The City of Canton's First Monday Staff

offer these tips to make your

shopping experience more enjoyable
 

 Download a Map of the Original First Monday Park.

• A vendor-issued Gate Pass allows the customer to drive a vehicle into the Park to load furniture or other heavy items.
   
   
• With more than 100 acres of shopping in the Original Park, choose a meeting place in case your party becomes separated and cell phones don't work.
   
   
• Bring cash. While credit cards and checks are accepted by most indoor vendors, many outdoor vendors only accept cash. There are ATM's located throughout the Original First Monday Park.
   
   
• Buy it when you first see it -- you might not be able to find your way back later.
   
   
• Note a landmark near the location where you park in case you need help getting back to your vehicle. Handicapped parking is available at the Main Gate and Log Cabin entrances.
   
   
• Scooters, wagons, shopping carts (and sometimes wheelchairs) are available for rent near each of the main entrances.
   
   
• Water and food are available for purchase in the park. Picnic areas are also available.
   
   
• First Monday Offices are only allowed to page for lost children and medical emergencies.
   
   
• Maps for the Original First Monday Park are available at the Main Gate and Log Cabin offices, and at the Information Booth in Trade Center IV.
   
   
• Stay hydrated.
   
   
• Layer clothing. Wear hat or sun visor, and comfortable shoes. Flip-flops and dress shoes are not recommended. 
   
   
• Protect children from sun and heat.
   
   
• Be sure to get the contact information for any vendor you purchase from. You never know when you might need to contact them in the future. Get a name and phone number, and keep your receipt.

  Have more questions?   Look for answers here.