Looking for something to do in June? The City of Canton has the event for you! From a Dixie Speedway exhibit at the Cherokee County History Museum and Visitors Center to the Farmers Market held every Saturday until October, there is something for everyone in Canton this month.
First up is “At the Races: Dixie Speedway,” which runs until July 26 at the Cherokee County History Museum and Visitors Center. According to the museum’s website, “Dixie Speedway in Woodstock has been entertaining racing fans for 45 years. First opened in 1969 as a dirt track, it was paved for a time and then converted back to dirt. Racing legend Bud Lunsford and Cherokee County businessman Max Simpson were among the early owners and operators. For the greatest part of its existence, Dixie Speedway has been operated by the Mickey Swims family. Some of the drivers who have raced at Dixie Speedway include Bobby Allison, Bill Elliott, Dale Earnhardt, Richard Petty, Scott Bloomquist, and Charlie Mincey.” The exhibit features a pictorial history of Dixie Speedway, as well as information about the drivers and the Swims family. The museum is open 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Wednesday-Friday, and 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Saturday, and is located in the historic courthouse in Downtown Canton.
Next up is the Farmers Market, organized by Camille Wehs as part of the Canton Main Street Program. This market features fresh produce, bread, soup and other American-made products. Held 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., every Saturday through October, in Cannon Park, the farmers market has something for everyone. (Read more about Canton Farmers Market in the special feature on page 18.)
Lastly, Canton’s Main Street Program also hosts First Friday events every month from March-December. These downtown celebrations are held in Cannon Park in Downtown Canton from 6:00-9:00 p.m., and feature music, food, shopping and lots of fun. This month’s First Friday, on June 6, will be “Bike Night.” July’s First Friday will actually be on the Fourth of July! Be on the lookout for more information coming soon on what should be an awesome celebration of America!
I encourage you to take advantage of all of Canton’s events, parks, and local businesses. I hope you have the best summer yet!
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