Listen to music outdoors this summer at these Stark County venues

Charita M. Goshay, The Repository
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"All Together Now" festival in Centennial Plaza in Canton Monday, September 6, 2021.
"All Together Now" festival in Centennial Plaza in Canton Monday, September 6, 2021.

In just a few short weeks, Stark County will come alive again with the sound of live, outdoor music. Here is a list of some local venues offering shows and tunes this summer:

Centennial Plaza

In just few short years, Centennial Plaza in downtown Canton has become a wildly popular spot for live entertainment. Most of the events are free. Check CantonCentennialPlaza.com for event listings and details.

Duncan Plaza Amphitheater

The city of Massillon’s summer music series has become of a staple of outdoor fun. The series features national, regional and local talents located in the heart of the city’s downtown. Most events are free, though some ticketed seating is usually available.

Gervasi Vineyard

The patio at Canton’s largest winery has become a popular draw for live-music enthusiasts, featuring locally well-known music acts and national artists such as Bob and Hillary James. Check GervasiVineyard.com for event listings and details.

Maize Valley Winery and 1875 Winery

Located in Hartville, both wineries boast patios for outdoor musical performances through the fall. For event listings and details, visit MaizeValley.com and 1875OhioWinery.com.

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William McKinley Monument

Every July 4, the Canton Symphony Orchestra turns the president’s resting place into an outdoor stage for a patriotic music concert and a breathtaking fireworks display.

Jackson Township Amphitheater

Opened in 2021, the brand-new venue already has drawn large crowds. Some of the most popular draws have been nationally recognized tribute bands. Check JacksonAmphitheater.com for event listings and details.

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Central Park in Green

One the area’s first amphitheaters, Central Parks seats 350, plus lawn seating space for 150. It offers free family-friendly concerts featuring local talent. Check CityOfGreen.org/Facilities/Facility/Details/Central-Park-7 for event listings and details.

Silver Park Amphitheatre

Live music events for all ages in Alliance. Check CityOfAlliance.com/Calendar.aspx for event listings and details.

Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium

As part of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival, the stadium draws some of the country’s top music acts. Recent festival concerts have featured Tim McGraw, Maroon Five, Pitbull and Toby Keith. Check HOFVillage.com for event listings and details.

This article originally appeared on The Repository: Listen to music outdoors this summer at these Stark County venues