First Monday first-timer guide.
If it is your first trip to Canton Trade Days, start with dates, parking, map search, and a simple route plan before you walk into the market.
1. Pick the right day
First Monday runs Thursday through Sunday before the first Monday of each month. The name is the joke: it is never open on Monday.
2. Start with parking
Lewis-side parking is a strong first move: $5 lots, closer access, and easier entry points for many shoppers.
3. Open the map first
Use First Monday Finder before you arrive so you can search vendors, categories, restrooms, food, and shopping areas.
Quick first-timer checklist
- Check the official Thursday–Sunday market dates.
- Screenshot or save parking directions before you arrive.
- Search for your must-see vendors first.
- Wear walking shoes and bring water.
- Use Lewis-side parking if you want cheaper, closer access.
First Monday Trade Days happens Thursday through Sunday before the first Monday of each month. Never open on Monday — that is the schtick.