The Canton Palace Theatre serves as both the literal and figurative cornerstone of Downtown Canton Arts District. A vital multi-purpose entertainment facility, its marquee burns brightly six feet above Market Avenue, welcoming you to enter its grand foyer and become a part of Canton's nostalgic past.
Hosting over 300 events (movies, concerts, comedy shows, dance performances, wedding ceremonies and receptions, private parties, fundraisers, etc.) a year, with an attendance of over 100,000 guests, the Palace strives to be an important part of Canton's future.
The Canton Palace Theatre is Canton's only surviving theatre and home to the only Kilgen Organ in its original location, which is still featured during movie showings and live events. Canton Palace Theatre is a member of the League of Historic American Theatres, is ranked 2nd on TripAdvisor's Things to do in Canton, hosts Canton's largest movie screen, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Canton Palace Theatre serves as both the literal and figurative cornerstone of Downtown Canton Arts District. A vital multi-purpose entertainment facility, its marquee burns brightly six feet above Market Avenue, welcoming you to enter its grand foyer and become a part of Canton's nostalgic past.
Hosting over 300 events (movies, concerts, comedy shows, dance performances, wedding ceremonies and receptions, private parties, fundraisers, etc.) a year, with an attendance of over 100,000 guests, the Palace strives to be an important part of Canton's future.
The Canton Palace Theatre is Canton's only surviving theatre and home to the only Kilgen Organ in its original location, which is still featured during movie showings and live events. Canton Palace Theatre is a member of the League of Historic American Theatres, is ranked 2nd on TripAdvisor's Things to do in Canton, hosts Canton's largest movie screen, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Street parking in downtown Canton is free evenings and weekends.
Credit/debit cards accepted for movie admission, event tickets, concessions, bar, and souvenirs.
Business and Box Office open M-F 10am to 4pm, open for events and movies as scheduled.
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Some say that the theatre is haunted!
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The Canton Palace Theatre serves as both the literal and figurative cornerstone of Downtown Canton Arts District. A vital multi-purpose entertainment facility, its marquee burns brightly six feet above Market Avenue, welcoming you to enter its grand foyer and become a part of Canton's nostalgic past.
Hosting over 300 events (movies, concerts, comedy shows, dance performances, wedding ceremonies and receptions, private parties, fundraisers, etc.) a year, with an attendance of over 100,000 guests, the Palace strives to be an important part of Canton's future.
The Canton Palace Theatre is Canton's only surviving theatre and home to the only Kilgen Organ in its original location, which is still featured during movie showings and live events. Canton Palace Theatre is a member of the League of Historic American Theatres, is ranked 2nd on TripAdvisor's Things to do in Canton, hosts Canton's largest movie screen, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Silent Film Special: "It" (1927) with Jay Spencer on the Kilgen!
When she first sets eyes on her new boss, the wealthy Cyrus Waltham Jr. (Antonio Moreno), department store clerk Betty Lou Spence (Clara Bow) is convinced he’s got “it,” an indefinable quality that makes one irresistible to the opposite sex. Betty Lou charms her employer on a date, but Cyrus suddenly cools when he hears a false story that Betty Lou has mothered an illegitimate child. Crushed by Cyrus’ assumption, the shopgirl ramps up the sex appeal to win her man back and teach him a lesson!
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Street parking in downtown Canton is free evenings and weekends.
Credit/debit cards accepted for movie admission, event tickets, concessions, bar, and souvenirs.
Business and Box Office open M-F 10am to 4pm, open for events and movies as scheduled.
When she first sets eyes on her new boss, the wealthy Cyrus Waltham Jr. (Antonio Moreno), department store clerk Betty Lou Spence (Clara Bow) is convinced he’s got “it,” an indefinable quality that makes one irresistible to the opposite sex. Betty Lou charms her employer on a date, but Cyrus suddenly cools when he hears a false story that Betty Lou has mothered an illegitimate child. Crushed by Cyrus’ assumption, the shopgirl ramps up the sex appeal to win her man back and teach him a lesson!
When she first sets eyes on her new boss,
When she first sets eyes on her new boss, the wealthy Cyrus Waltham Jr. (Antonio Moreno), department store clerk Betty Lou Spence (Clara Bow) is convinced he’s got “it,” an indefinable quality that makes one irresistible to the opposite sex. Betty Lou charms her employer on a date, but Cyrus suddenly cools when he hears a false story that Betty Lou has mothered an illegitimate child. Crushed by Cyrus’ assumption, the shopgirl ramps up the sex appeal to win her man back and teach him a lesson!
This outdoor movie event brings beloved, family-friendly movies to the big screen at Centennial Plaza in the heart of downtown Canton!
2025 Schedule
June 4th – Kung Fu Panda 4
June 11th – Despicable Me 4
June 18th – Frozen
June 25th – Incredibles
July 2nd – Night at the Museum
July 9th – Home Alone
July 16th – The Wizard of Oz
July 23rd – Harold and The Purple Crayon
July 30th – Little Giants
August 6th – Toy Story
August 13th – Happy Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
MOVIES HELD RAIN OR SHINE!!
This outdoor movie event brings beloved, f
This outdoor movie event brings beloved, family-friendly movies to the big screen at Centennial Plaza in the heart of downtown Canton!
2025 Schedule
June 4th – Kung Fu Panda 4
June 11th – Despicable Me 4
June 18th – Frozen
June 25th – Incredibles
July 2nd – Night at the Museum
July 9th – Home Alone
July 16th – The Wizard of Oz
July 23rd – Harold and The Purple Crayon
July 30th – Little Giants
August 6th – Toy Story
August 13th – Happy Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone