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Multi-faceted arts ministry with classes, camps and gallery. Venue also available for retreats and special events.

Enjoy this beautiful three-quarter acre garden on the grounds of City Hall featuring labeled sections of flowers, plants, trees and shrubs including a Native Garden, Daylily Walk, Children's Garden, Bog Garden, Japanese Garden and Butterfly Garden that is on the Rosalynn Carter Butterfly Trail. Hundreds of plants bloom from spring until fall including must-see roses, hydrangeas and azaleas.

A 6,000 square foot community building is available for rent, and is surrounded by free use areas consisting of a ball field, tennis courts and a basketball court.  The Community Center complex adjoins Calvin Farmer Park.

Native and Heirloom plants for slae exclusively at the festival.  Local vendors, music, food/beverages, and more.  Enter raffle to win prizes and plants.  Free admission.  Tour the garden.

Parade featuring special characters and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus! Benefitting Toys for Tots and held the 1st Friday in December. 7pm.

Outdoor concerts at Downtown City Park with special themes on select Saturdays.

Outdoor market open every Saturday 9am – 1pm, June to September.  Specializing in small local growers and creators.  Check website for additional pop-up events.

Offers private, shared, or tethered hot air balloon rides with experienced pilot. Locally owned and operated.

Barrel-Aged Coffee, Tea, Food
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15-acre park with picnic pavilions, playground, duck pond, open fields and performance stage.

Cherokee County is the backdrop to an increasing number of films and television shows. Get the “Filmed in Cherokee” Mobile App that takes users on a behind-the-scenes tour of fan-favorite film locations with on-set photos, insider stories, and fun facts on location selection. Visit website for movie listings and more information.

Adjacent to the railway in downtown, this wooded park features an entertainment venue for concerts and special events. Also available for lease for outdoor weddings and private events.

Tu, Wed, Th 11pm-7pm / Fri - Sat 11pm-8pm / Sun 12:30pm-5pm - Closed on Mondays

Weekly wine tastings / Thirsty Thursdays:  Taste 4 wines for $15 & if you spend $45 in the shop, the tasting is free!  Noon to 7pm.  Drop in anytime!

Located in northeast Cherokee County, the park includes baseball/softball fields, playground, short walking trail and restrooms.

Tasting room featuring locally sourced wines and art gallery showcasing nationally sourced selection of fine crafts.

German Butcher & Sandwich Shop
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There are over 3000 Japanese maples and 200 maple varieties at Gibbs Gardens.  These ornamental trees display beautiful color thoughout the Fall.  Check website to see color updates.

World class gardens on 356 acres with mature trees and rolling hills. The seamless integration of nature and artistic design provides a breathtaking canvas for three feature gardens including the nation’s largest Japanese Garden, over 20 million daffodils in the spring, and 140 varieties of water lilies from spring to fall. Enjoy concerts, special events, a cafe and gift store in a pristine setting with 24 ponds, 32 bridge crossings, 19 waterfalls, natural springs and artistically designed gardens. Open March-November with the look of the garden changing every two weeks. Rated as one of "The World's 10 Best Places to See Daffodils".

Live music returns to Gibbs Gardens in May, June, September, and the first two Saturdays in October. Featuring local and regional cover bands from the days of dance clubs, drive-ins, and prom nights.

Bakery, Breakfast, Sandwiches
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Cajun & Creole
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Sandwiches, Salads, Soups & Desserts

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Ladies’ boutique offers styles for every occasion.

Unique gifts and fabulous fashion items.

Hiking trail of moderate difficulty provides the only access to Roberts Lake Park, a 45-acre green space along Long Swamp Creek. Long Swamp Creek is open for fishing with a Georgia Fishing License.

Old Fashioned Ice Cream & Confections

Exclusive home decor, eclectic furniture, repurposed artifacts, accessories, lighting, gifts, and garden goodies.

Full service meat market with grocery and deli.

Cineplex with 15 jumbo digital and 3D screens.

Trendy clothing, shoes, accessories and home décor.

See Lake Lanier, Kennesaw Mountain, the Atlanta skyline, and the beginnings of the Blue Ridge and Appalachian mountain ranges in a Hot Air Balloon.  Locally owned and operated. Private, shared, or tethered options available.

25-acre park with baseball/softball diamonds, playground, picnic areas, restrooms and walking trails.

A beautiful farm winery that offers wine tastings, classes, special events, live music and more. With an upscale tasting room, spacious verandah, covered pavilion plus outdoor oasis and waterfall, it is the perfect setting for weddings, corporate outings and special celebrations. Big Door Vineyards is conveniently located off I-75 in northwest Cherokee County near Canton.

Vineyard & Tasting Room
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14+ miles of single-track trails that are among the most popular in the southeast. Experience six unique trails that vary in degree of difficulty and skill level required. Includes on-site parking, restrooms and picnic area. Located off I-575/Exit 11, Sixes Road.

Steak and Seafood
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1-acre park with playground, multi-purpose field, picnic tables and free Little Library.

Gourmet French Cuisine.

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Parade, entertainment and fireworks at RiverStone Shopping Plaza.

The Canton Optimist Club and The City of Canton present a Christams Parade in Downtown Canton. The parade fun starts at 6 p.m. and will feature classic cars, carolers, and floats! Don't miss this holiday extravaganza!

Marker noting the creation of Cherokee County in 1832 from Cherokee Indian lands with our community being named in their honor.

Open air market that features farm fresh produce, baked goods, food specialty items, fresh flowers, and other food related items.  Open Saturdays, 9am - 12:30pm, June to October.

Upscale gift shop offering personalized service and wide selection of gifts and accessories.

Built in 1927 and renovated in 1997, the Cherokee County Historic Courthouse and Jail is housed in a beautiful five-story Classical Revival building is made of native marble and features a restored chambers and jail quarters.

Marker noting mines extending southwesterly across the county including the Sixes Mine, worked earlier by the Cherokee. After the 1860′s, most gold mining operations in the county slowed or ceased.

Open year-round, seasonal local produce, hot-boiled peanuts, plant nursery, and 5,000 sq ft antique mall.  Open Monday to Saturday, 10am - 6pm; Sunday 11am - 6pm.

149-acre park with athletic fields, tennis and pickleball courts, playground, skate park, walking trails, open multi-use meadow and restrooms. Also at this location is the LB "Buzz" Ahrens Jr Recreation Center is a state-of-the-art facility with two full-sized basketball courts, a fitness zone offering cardio, dance studio, and event venue.

Chukkar Farm has evolved into a First Class Event Facility offering a spectacular outdoor venue for 1140 Weddings, Corporate Outings, Charity Fundraisers, Private Parties, Polo matches, and riding lessons. Chukkar Farm provides the event venue and you provide the rest of the activity or they also offer additional services to help make your event the most memorable possible.

Specialty Burgers & Bites

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Annual Kentucky Derby Day to benefit Cherokee County History Center.  Food and fun watching the Kentucky Debry at The Mill on Etowah in May.

Steak & Seafood
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Breakfast, brunch and lunch favorites.
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Live music on the Event Green rain or shine every Friday from April to November.  Monthly and weekly events such as:

WildLife Expo
UpRiver Fest
Denim Fest
Christmas at the Mill
The Rink on the River

Rooms: 105, Suites: 25,  Accessible: yes,  Smoking: no
Free wifi, outdoor seasonal pool, fitness center, free deluxe breakfast, coffee in lobby, free newspaper (M-F),Laundry on-site, valet dry-cleaning, safe deposit boxes-front desk, housekeeping daily in room, microwave/refrigerator

Classic Southern-style fare and family favorites.
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Wine Boutique at The Mill on Etowah.

Offers Hot Air Balloon flights for individuals or groups.  Schedule a tether event to provide rides for a much larger group of participants.

Ft. Buffington was built in the 1830′s by local militia and was one of about 25 stockades in the Cherokee Indian Nation used by Federal and State troops during the Cherokee Removal in 1838.

Featuring handmade art, flowers, and plants in downtown Canton's Cannon Park.

Western-style horseback riding in a safe, natural environment.  First-timers and experienced riders welcome.  Reservation only.  Minimum age 9.

Craft speciality donuts.  Closed Monday.

Fully functional brewpub with craft brews and more.

Brewpub
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Rooms: 81 Suites: 0 Accessible: 5 Smoking: no
Free wifi, outdoor seasonal pool, fitness center, free hot breakfast, 100% smoke free, free newpaper (M-F), microwave/refrigerator suites available, service animals only

48-acre park with multi-use field and 1-mile walking trail connecting to Etowah River Park and Etowah River Trail.

A trendy, semi-upscale restaurant where everything is made from scratch and our ingredients are locally sourced. Try the steaks, seafood, and signature cocktails.

Pavillions and a three-quarter-mile walking trail on 24 pastoral and wooded acres.  Restrooms available.

Restored rock barn, once home to world-class race horses, is maintained by the Cherokee County Historical Society and is available for private events. On the National Register of Historic Places

Two-mile drive thru light show featuring light tunnels, amazing animated Christmas displays and over 1 million lights that benefits local charities during December/January.

House-made Favorites & Brunch
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Local diner serving classic southern breakfast and lunch favorites.
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One of the most popular lakes in the nation with 270 miles of shoreline, parks, pavilions, campsites and convenient launching ramps.

Located on Lake Allatoona, the marina offers boat rentals, sales, storage and servicing.

Upscale Italian

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Artisan boutique, creative artist workspace, and gift shop with a focus on local art. They offer a space for artists to display their talents while residents of our community develop theirs through classes and workshops.

Experience Native American entertainment, arts and crafts, music and food. Mother’s Day weekend at Boling Park in Canton.

Lake Rentals, Local Outfitter.  Offers on-site paddleboard and kayak rentals; park and paddle option. Restaurant, open in summer, was the movie set from Ozark's Blue Cat Lodge.

Tex-Mex

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International film festival at the Canton Theatre in the spring.

Indoor full-service baseball and softball training facility. Open 7 days/week to the public. Call for booking info.

Annual arts & crafts 2-day festival with over 130 exhibitors, entertainment and more. Held the last weekend in September at Etowah River Park in Canton.

One of the county’s oldest historic cemeteries and final resting place of many pioneer citizens and their descendants. Many lovely markers are carved from marble quarried locally. Located behind the Historic Courthouse. Learn more on the self-guided walking tour at History Cherokee.

Beach-themed seafood and bar
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Athletic Field, baseball/softball diamonds, playground, walking trail and disc golf course

Home décor, furniture, and gifts as well as interior design services.

Breakfast sandwiches, hamburgers, tacos and more.
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Enjoy a $1 movie every Thursday in June and July at the Historic Canton Theatre.

Soups, salads, bakery, and ice cream bar.

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24+ restaurateurs promote their unique cuisine to the greater community, and attendees get a delicious "Taste of Canton".

An adaptive re-use development in a century-old textile mill on the Etowah River with brewery, speciality shops, restaurants, outfitter, special events and more.

51 rooms; complimentary breakfast, pool, fitness center, business center and additional meeting space, laundry facilities, pet friendly

Athletic field, three baseball/softball diamonds, playground, restrooms, walking track and a pavilion available for rent.

Specialty Coffee and some breakfast offerings.

Great tasting chicken wings and rockin' music at the beautiful Etowah River Park venue for a 2-day festival.  Voted one of the Top 10 Food Festivals in the Southeast.  Free family friendly event offers food and beverage vendors, wing eating contests, kid zone, and live music.

Full-service facility in Canton with wellness center, indoor pool, outdoor family leisure pool, gymnasium, game room, indoor walking track, playground, and group exercise classes. Facility rentals are also available.

Organic Specialty Coffee

See Lake Lanier, Kennesaw Mountain, the Atlanta skyline, and the beginnings of the Blue Ridge and Appalachian mountain ranges in a Hot Air Balloon.  Locally owned and operated. Private, shared, or tethered options available.

10-lane outdoor firing range under a covered 75-yard area. Archery range is a climate controlled spacious 10-lane x 20-yard indoor facility. In addition, an axe throwing range is available. Enjoy team-building events, archery classes, sales, and rentals.

Get lost in a corn maze, cheer at the pig races, pick pumpkins, and make s'mores by the bonfire on themed weekends at the pumpkin farm.

Cherokee County is the backdrop to an increasing number of films and television shows. Get the “Filmed in Cherokee” Mobile App that takes users on a behind-the-scenes tour of fan-favorite film locations with on-set photos, insider stories, and fun facts on location selection. Visit website for movie listings and more information.

Offers Hot Air Balloon flights for individuals or groups.  Schedule a tether event to provide rides for a much larger group of participants.

Authentic Chinese cuisine using high-quality fresh ingredients.
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Wings, burgers, sandwiches & more!
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The 33-acre park features a playground, two pavilions, walking trails and multi-purpose field.  Pavilions & field are available for rent.