ABOUT

720 MARKET

SUPPORT LOCAL. HAVE FUN. TRY SOMETHING NEW. GOOD VIBES ONLY. EAT WELL. KNOW YOUR NEIGHBORS.
We think these are pretty much words to live by and created an experience to support our mission. On the seventh of May in 2016, we opened the friendly “doors” of 720 Market to celebrate the love of local in a truly community-driven way. Carefully and meticulously selected — unique and inspiring makers and bakers, brewers and growers, non-profits and do-gooders of all shapes and sizes come together at this open-air city affair that showcases only the best and brightest of the area.

BUT WHY 720?

First, 720 = the last three digits of our local zip code. (We get asked this a lot!) It symbolizes where it all started, not to mention its limitless outreach to hometowns across the country.

But more importantly, the BUY LOCAL craze isn’t just a trending hot topic. It’s real. It’s sustainable. It produces critical jobs and a quantifiable economic impact. 720 proudly draws thousands of people from Northeast Ohio who shop, eat, stay and play.

A DESTINATION MARKET!

720 sets up at different venues throughout the year to draw attention to places we may visit all the time but get to experience these treasures in a whole new way. 720 unites and invites you and visitors alike to act like tourists in your own city and enjoy its local secrets and hidden gems.

SidestreetMKTS

LIKE • LOVE • SHARE • SHOP – SECOND SATURDAYS!  

September 2020: In a year where we had rescheduled, canceled and shut down 720 events, SidestreetMKTS was born. It was a welcoming chance in crazy times to come together, smile, breathe – and support local small businesses. Thanks to our Oakwood Square and Plain Township community partners, we found a way for artists, makers and foodies to thrive and grow – even through 2021 – in a simple greenspace inside the Oakwood Square Plaza.

SATURDAYS ARE FOR SHOPPING!

One Saturday a month over 65 tents and trucks set up inside the “STREETS” of SidestreetMKTS. Some vendors live right around the corner. Others drive over an hour to share their handmade, homemade, happilymade goods. A variety of foodie trucks join throughout the season with tacos as a staple and market fave. Some are old friends and others brand spanking new to the market and their business! Beekeepers, bakers, candle makers, jewelry artists and boutiques – all work hard to bring their A-game on market day.

AT THE HUB OF IT ALL:

We enjoyed getting to know fresh faces each week. Your kind words let us know how grateful you are to have this vibrant event in the once-vacant Oakwood Square. So, we look forward to seeing you every month at SidestreetMKTS with more of the special that happens here.

HOLIDAY MARKET OAKWOOD SQUARE

HOLIDAY MARKET, an enchanting experience reminiscent of European Christmas Markets and Hallmark movies, is back by popular demand and is set to be even grander in scope and more consistent in design. This delightful fusion of local shopping and festive activities is meticulously curated and managed by the experienced 720 Market team.

Our primary venues include the stunning new Plain Township Amphitheater, which comes alive during the offseason, and the ever-popular Oakwood Square Plaza, a dynamic multi-use space teeming with restaurants, bars, retail outlets, and a showcase of talented artists and entertainers.

This four-weekend event will be vigorously promoted and marketed as a family-friendly holiday tourism destination right in the heart of Canton, Ohio. Mark your calendars for the grand launch in November 2024, and get ready to be swept away by the magic of the HOLIDAY MARKET at Oakwood Square!

November 22 & 23 / November 29 & 30 / December 6 & 7 / December 13 & 14

720 ART INITIATIVE

720 ART INITIATIVE IS WORKING TO ACCESS AND INITIATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOCAL ARTISTS

720 Art Initiative was created to:

SPONSOR community artists for
installations and performances

CREATE interactive opportunities for artists
with workshops and unique pop up events

ELEVATE event experiences in our community
serving to promote artists

Ways we have put our mission to work:

• Community mural wall

• Promo window art

• Artist commissions

• Musical performances

• Free Parking for Guests at 720 Holiday Market

• Holiday Market Sheds

 

MEET THE TEAM

MEET LYNN & DAVE WITH THE 720 TEAM: Lifetime North Cantonians and creative folks by nature, 720 Market creators professionally position themselves as makers-by-day as well. Dave Shimko is an all-around craftsman and Lynn owns Shimko Design where she’s been creating award-winning marketing materials locally and nationally since 1994.

THANKS FOR JOINING US AT 720! Cheers to good eats & drinks, meeting new neighbors and LOVING LOCAL wherever you are!

DID YOU KNOW? 720 is a small, family-owned business with its roots in North Canton, Ohio. We raised our family here and on any given market day, you will find our family and friends as a part of this love-local community endeavor.

DESTINATIONS
COMMUNITY

IT’S ALL GOOD AT 720:
When we began our 720 mission, we wanted to bring all the things we love to our community: local music + artists, local foods + craft beers.
Along the way we’ve discovered that it is so much more:
  • Community building
  • Get togethers
  • Small biz incubator
  • Economic development
  • Area showcase
  • Partnerships; friendships
  • And still always (always!) fun
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