Explore First Monday Trade Days with the Canton Cruiser!

Planning a trip to Canton for First Monday Trade Days? We've got great news to make your shopping experience even better! The Canton Cruiser, operated by the East Texas Council of Governments and fully funded by Visit Canton Texas, is here to shuttle you around the sprawling First Monday grounds.

Whether you're hopping between the Civic Center, Trade Center 1, or Downtown Canton, the Canton Cruiser will get you there with ease. No more worrying about parking multiple times—just sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.

Each Canton Cruiser is fully handicap accessible and driven by highly trained operators, ensuring a safe and comfortable journey for everyone. Plus, if you're staying in one of our local motels, you can call (903-218-6478) for a pickup right from your lobby, with drop-off at the First Monday gates!

This service isn't just about convenience—it's about making your shopping day as stress-free as possible. With more CDL drivers now on board, the Canton Cruiser is running more frequently, so you'll always have a ride when you need it.

So far this fiscal year, we've seen a 20.2% increase in ridership, with 6,391 shoppers taking advantage of the Canton Cruiser from September 1 through June 1. We're thrilled to see so many of you enjoying this service, and we're committed to keeping it running smoothly for all of our visitors.

Make your visit to First Monday Trade Days even more enjoyable with the Canton Cruiser. See you in Canton!