First Monday Trade Days in Canton, TX
 Some of the appeal of living in Canton is the mixture of historic and modern feel of the city. While the city continues to grow and thrive, Canton has not forgotten its proud history.
Residents and visitors alike know Canton for its First Monday Trade Days. Located off the I-20, you’re going to love the eclectic variety of shopping and food you’ll find at the First Monday Market. History of First Monday Trade Days
 In the early days of Canton, Courthouse Square was the location where, on the first Monday of the month, a circuit judge stopped to hold court. Because so many residents from Van Zandt and the surrounding counties came to settle disputes or simply watch the proceedings, many people brought goods to trade or sell. For nearly 100 years, livestock was the most popular trade in Canton.
In 1965, the Courthouse Square could no longer hold all the traders that came to the First Monday Trade Day and so First Monday Park was purchased two blocks away. First Monday Park is sprawled across six acres of land and was able to accommodate the influx of people attending the monthly event.
First Monday Trade Days Today
Now, First Monday Trade Days last from Thursday through Sunday prior to the first Monday of the month. No matter the weather, the market is always open on those dates from 7 a.m. to dark.
Vendors and visitors alike come from all over the country. Vendors have a choice of where to set up their booths. You will find shops with every kind of good imaginable stretched across hundreds of acres including Dry Creek Landing, the Civic Center, Trade Centers I – IV along with many outdoor booths. First Monday Trade Days are so large now that if you were to travel all of it, you’d be walking along 28 miles of paths over 13 distinct areas.
 You can do all sorts of shopping from knick knacks to antiques to lawn ornaments, clothing, electronics, and well beyond. Many vendors are well known, such as the Jan Thompson Studio where you can find one of a kind fine art.
Of course, you’re also going to find a variety of food available to suit all tastes. From conscession stands offering snacks and funnel cakes to full fledged, outdoor restaurants like the Baked Potatoe Restaurant, you’re sure to find something great to eat while you. Contact ERA Select Realty, Canton Realtor® with the experience and professionalism you can trust.
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