# Akron–Canton Littles: things to do with little kids in Akron–Canton, OH this weekend

> On Halloween Saturday, the Great Akron Kids Costume Celebration fills Akron’s Main Library with a costume parade, and in Canton the Plain Community Branch hosts BAT-TACULAR! in the morning. Music & Movement at Akron Main starts the weekend on Friday, and our list has 5 outings this weekend, and 4 of them are free. Of those, 4 are indoors.

- Week: Oct 26 – Nov 1, 2026
- Last checked: 2026-10-30
- 5 outings at 4 places; 4 free; 4 indoor. For kids ages 0–6.
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## Top picks this week

- **The Great Akron Kids Costume Celebration** (Sat, Oct 31 · 1–3pm) at Akron-Summit County Public Library, Main Library, 60 South High Street, Akron, OH 44326. Cost: Free. Ages 4+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Themed crafts, snacks, a costume parade and a costume contest for kids from pre-K through grade 6. Source: https://akronlibrary.libnet.info/event/17110632 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/the-great-akron-kids-costume-celebration-summit-county-public-library/
- **BAT-TACULAR!** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30am–12pm) at Stark Library, Plain Community Branch, 1803 Schneider Street NE, Canton, OH 44721. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Bat crafts, a look at how echolocation works and a trip into the branch’s bat cave. Source: https://starklibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a2717458ea300e2631c1869 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/bat-tacular-stark-library/
- **Music & Movement (Akron Main)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11:30am) at Akron-Summit County Public Library, Main Library, 60 South High Street, Akron, OH 44326. Cost: Free. Ages 1–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Songs and movement games that build early literacy skills. Made for ages 1 to 5, and all ages are welcome. Source: https://akronlibrary.libnet.info/event/17053424 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/music-and-movement-akron-main-summit-county-public-library/

## A Saturday that works (Saturday, Oct 31)

1. **Morning**: BAT-TACULAR!, Stark Library, Plain Community Branch. 10:30am–12pm. Cost: Free. https://starklibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a2717458ea300e2631c1869
2. **After nap**: Akron Zoo, Akron, 505 Euclid Ave.. Open 11am–4pm. Cost: $$. (from the city guide) https://www.akronzoo.org/hours-admission

Plan for a nap break in the middle. Times come from each event’s page or the place’s own site, so check before you head out.

## By day

- **Friday, Oct 30**: Music & Movement (Akron Main) (free)
- **Saturday, Oct 31**: BAT-TACULAR! (free); The Great Akron Kids Costume Celebration (free); Track-the-Treat (free); A day at the Akron Zoo
- **Sunday, Nov 1**: A day at the Akron Zoo

## All outings this week

- **Music & Movement (Akron Main)** (Fri, Oct 30 · 10:30–11:30am) at Akron-Summit County Public Library, Main Library, 60 South High Street, Akron, OH 44326. Cost: Free. Ages 1–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Songs and movement games that build early literacy skills. Made for ages 1 to 5, and all ages are welcome. Source: https://akronlibrary.libnet.info/event/17053424 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/music-and-movement-akron-main-summit-county-public-library/
- **BAT-TACULAR!** (Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30am–12pm) at Stark Library, Plain Community Branch, 1803 Schneider Street NE, Canton, OH 44721. Cost: Free. Ages 3+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Bat crafts, a look at how echolocation works and a trip into the branch’s bat cave. Source: https://starklibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a2717458ea300e2631c1869 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/bat-tacular-stark-library/
- **The Great Akron Kids Costume Celebration** (Sat, Oct 31 · 1–3pm) at Akron-Summit County Public Library, Main Library, 60 South High Street, Akron, OH 44326. Cost: Free. Ages 4+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Themed crafts, snacks, a costume parade and a costume contest for kids from pre-K through grade 6. Source: https://akronlibrary.libnet.info/event/17110632 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/the-great-akron-kids-costume-celebration-summit-county-public-library/
- **Track-the-Treat** (Sat, Oct 31 · During library hours) at Stark Library, Main Library, 1020 Market Ave. N, Canton, OH 44702. Cost: Free. Ages 2+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Trick-or-treating with a twist. Kids hunt for treats hidden around the library, while supplies last. Source: https://starklibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a2abb3d1e67cd9cb3391875 Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/track-the-treat-stark-library/
- **A day at the Akron Zoo** (Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1 · 11am–4pm) at Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., Akron, OH 44307. Cost: $11–$21 per person; under 2 free. Ages 0+. Fall hours run 11 to 4 every day. It is a compact zoo that works well for short legs, and parking is free. Source: https://www.akronzoo.org/hours-admission Event page (share this link): https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/a-day-at-the-akron-zoo/

## Holiday season in Akron–Canton

- [Santa visits](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/santa/index.md): Breakfasts, photos and trains
- [Christmas lights](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/christmas-lights/index.md): Drive-thru and walk-through
- [Thanksgiving weekend](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/thanksgiving/index.md): Parades, turkey trots, what’s open
- [Parades & tree lightings](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/christmas-parades/index.md): Dates and start times
- [The Nutcracker](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/nutcracker/index.md): Shows for kids, sensory-friendly flagged
- [Christmas markets](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/christmas-markets/index.md): Markets and winter wonderlands
- [December with kids](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/december/index.md): Things to do all month
- [Ice skating](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/ice-skating/index.md): Holiday rinks and skate aids

## Nearby towns

- [Things to do with kids in Akron, OH](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/akron/index.md): 6 things to do with kids
- [Things to do with kids in Canton, OH](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/canton/index.md): 12 things to do with kids

## Seasonal events and guides

- [Things to do with kids in Akron–Canton in November](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/november/index.md)
- [Things to do with kids in Akron–Canton in December](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/december/index.md)
- [Santa visits in Akron–Canton](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/santa/index.md)
- [Christmas lights in Akron–Canton](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/christmas-lights/index.md)
- [Ice skating with kids in Akron–Canton](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/ice-skating/index.md)
- [Thanksgiving weekend in Akron–Canton](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/thanksgiving/index.md)
- [Christmas parades and tree lightings in Akron–Canton](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/christmas-parades/index.md)
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- [Free things to do in Akron–Canton](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/free/index.md)
- [Library storytimes in Akron–Canton](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/storytime/index.md)

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## FAQ

### What can we do with kids this weekend in Akron–Canton?
This weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1) our top picks are [The Great Akron Kids Costume Celebration](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/the-great-akron-kids-costume-celebration-summit-county-public-library/) (Sat, Oct 31); [BAT-TACULAR!](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/bat-tacular-stark-library/) (Sat, Oct 31); [Music & Movement (Akron Main)](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/music-and-movement-akron-main-summit-county-public-library/) (Fri, Oct 30); [A day at the Akron Zoo](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/a-day-at-the-akron-zoo/) (Sat, Oct 31 and Sun, Nov 1). That’s four of 5 outings on this weekend, all checked on the organizer’s page and picked for kids ages 0–6. [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/#all).

### What are kid-friendly things to do in Akron–Canton this weekend?
This week we found 5 outings that work for kids ages 0–6, all of them this weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1). Our top three: The Great Akron Kids Costume Celebration, BAT-TACULAR!, Music & Movement (Akron Main). [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/#all).

### Where are the Halloween events for kids in Akron–Canton this week?
One Halloween outing is on this week’s list for ages 0–6: [The Great Akron Kids Costume Celebration](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/events/the-great-akron-kids-costume-celebration-summit-county-public-library/). Its page has the date, time, price and the organizer’s link. [See it in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/#all).

### Are there free things to do with little ones in Akron–Canton this week?
Yes, 4 of this week’s 5 picks are free, including library storytimes and BAT-TACULAR!. Tap “Free” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/#all). For free places you can visit any week, see [free things to do in Akron–Canton](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/guide/#free) in the city guide. Free museum days and free events coming up are on [free things to do with kids in Akron–Canton](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/free/).

### What are good indoor activities for kids in Akron–Canton when it rains?
4 picks this week are indoors, mostly at the libraries. Tap “Rainy-day OK” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/#all).

### Where can I find storytimes and toddler activities in Akron–Canton?
This week we list 1 library storytimes and baby or toddler programs. Each one links to the library or venue page with the time and place. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/#all). For every weekly storytime by day and branch, see [library storytimes in Akron–Canton](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/storytime/).

### What’s on for babies and toddlers under 3 in Akron–Canton this week?
There’s no baby-only program on this week’s list, but 1 picks welcome kids from birth, including A day at the Akron Zoo. [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/akron-canton/#all).

### How do you pick what goes on the Akron–Canton list?
We go through Akron–Canton’s library calendars, parks, museums, zoos and local family pages every week, and keep what works for ages 0–6. Each listing links to the page we checked it on, and where the organizer or venue has its own page, we confirm the date, time, place and price there. This list was last checked Oct 30, 2026. [How we choose and check listings](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).

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