A Canton Summer Tradition

A morning of giggles, cool relief & summer joy.

Beat the East Texas heat with our annual Splash Day in Historic Downtown Canton — completely free, totally fun, and made for the whole family.

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Date
SaturdayJuly 18, 2026
Time
10:00 AM– 12:00 PM
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Where
Across fromCity Hall
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Cost
100% FreeAll ages welcome

Bring the kids, bring the swimsuits — and bring an appetite for snow cones.

Get ready for a fantastic FREE event designed to help families beat the summer heat and have an absolute blast! Our annual Splash Day in Downtown Canton is the perfect way to enjoy a morning of fun, laughter, and cool relief — packed with exciting activities for all ages.

It's all FREE!
What's Happening

Four kinds of summer fun.

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Waterslides Galore

Zoom down thrilling waterslides that promise endless giggles and refreshing splashes.

Big Splashes
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Creative Corner

Unleash your inner artist with our vibrant watercolor painting station — perfect for little hands and big imaginations.

For Artists
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Sweet Treats

What's a summer event without a cool treat? Enjoy delicious FREE snow cones to keep you refreshed all morning long.

Free Snow Cones
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Fire Department Fun

The Canton Fire Department brings their firetruck for the ultimate cool-down — and a chance to meet our local heroes.

Meet Local Heroes
Free for Everyone

An accessible, joyful morning for the whole community.

Splash Day is completely free to attend — making it an enjoyable outing for every family in Canton. It's the perfect opportunity to create lasting summer memories with your family and friends right here in Historic Downtown Canton. We can't wait to see you there, ready to make a splash!

Questions about Splash Day?

We'd love to hear from you — whether you're planning your family visit, want to volunteer to help out, or have any other questions about the event.

With Gratitude

a heartfelt thank you to our 2026 Splash Day Sponsors.

A free morning of waterslides, snow cones, and fire-truck cool-downs doesn't happen by itself — it happens because of generous local sponsors who believe in supporting our Canton families.

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