Nearby Communities
State Edition
National Edition
🌱 Why Canton’s First Monday still tops Texas flea markets in 2026
Canton, Texas Patch AM: a 2 min readHello Canton! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why Canton’s First Monday still tops Texas flea markets in 2026
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Humid with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 88 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 83, low: 70.
- Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 84 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 13 Texas Flea Markets That Locals Swear By For Great Finds In 2026 (everafterinthewoods.com) — Canton’s own First Monday Trade Days gets top billing as a “hall of fame”–worthy flea market, with thousands of vendors and a monthly schedule locals can plan around. The roundup also spotlights other major Texas markets, but emphasizes why Canton’s long-running event remains the state’s must-visit treasure-hunting destination in 2026. Expect antiques, handmade goods, fresh food, and a full-day experience. 
📸 Around Canton
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
📣 Canton Shout Outs!
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Brookshire Grocery Company posted a job opening for Produce Stocker in Canton. Apply here.
- Sam's Club posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Canton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Canton here.
🗞 Nearby News
Mabank
- Soulman's Bar-B-Que Celebrates 35 Years of Serving Garland Families and Barbecue Traditions (restaurantnews.com)
Mineola
- Rosemary Cooper Pentecost - August 31, 1931 - May 26, 2026 (fortworthreport.org)
Ok Canton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
👉 Help make Patch AM better
- Help us grow by suggesting local news sources.
- Shape this newsletter with your feedback.
- List items for sale or services offered
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what’s happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.