A one-day Christian music event

September 6, 2025

Malone University

Canton, Ohio

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Lineup

Seph Schlueter

Seph Schlueter

It is Seph Schlueter's deep passion to awaken people's hearts, help lead others into an encounter with Jesus, and give language to a relationship with God through his music. Follow his socials and you'll quickly see his heart for the Lord along with his endearing personality.
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Joseph O'Brien

Joseph O'Brien

Joseph O’Brien is a Singer/Songwriter based out of Nashville, TN. His talent took him to the quarter finals of “America’s Got Talent” and CCM legend, TobyMac took notice as well, signing him to his Gotee label.
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Natalie Layne

Natalie Layne

Singer, songwriter and producer Natalie Layne desires to radiate joy through her original music. With a master’s in commercial piano, Layne won Belmont’s Christian Showcase at her alma mater in 2019, leading her to sign an exclusive recording and publishing contract with Centricity Music.
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What is Big Day ?

Big Day Fest at Malone University is a single-day Christian music event packed with excitement, including food trucks, games, and opportunities for teens and youth pastors to connect with one another — all in the spirit of uniting believers in Christ! This festival will truly be a “Big Day” for all in attendance — you don’t want to miss out!

Schedule

Time
Event
Location
12:00pm - 9:00pm
Check-in
Before 6pm - JC Street Entrance, After 6pm - Inside JC
1:00pm - 6:00pm
Esports
Esports Lab "The Frontier" (Lower Level of the Library)
12:00pm - 10:00pm
Admissions Station
Sidewalk in front of the Barn (12pm-6pm), Johnson Center Lobby (6pm-10pm)
12:00pm - 6:00pm
Inflatables
Back Half of Admissions Parking Lot
12:00pm - 6:00pm
Food Trucks
Front Half of Admissions Parking Lot
12:00pm - 6:00pm
VIP Zone (Youth Pastors & Sponsors)
Emma's (First floor, inside the Barn)
12:00pm - 12:45pm
Malone's Community Worship Band
Kempthorn Stage - DeVol Parking Lot
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Art Installation with Tim Carmany
Hoover Courtyard
12pm -5:30pm
Youth Group Olympics
Admissions Parking Lot & Grassy Area
1:00pm - 1:30pm
Alliance Friends Worship Band
Kempthorn Stage - DeVol Parking Lot
2:00pm - 2:30pm
Louisville Christian Church Band
Kempthorn Stage - DeVol Parking Lot
3:00pm - 3:30pm
Malone's Celebration Band
Kempthorn Stage - DeVol Parking Lot
4:00pm - 4:30pm
MissionView Worship Band
Kempthorn Stage - DeVol Parking Lot
5:00pm - 5:30pm
First Friends Worship Band
Kempthorn Stage - DeVol Parking Lot
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Josiah Queen
JC Worship Center
7:15pm - 8:15pm
Joseph O'Brien
JC Worship Center
8:30pm - 9:30pm
indie tribe
JC Worship Center

Schedule Highlights

Youth Group Olympics

Youth Group Olympics

Compete with your youth group against other youth groups for awesome prizes.

Inflatables

Inflatables

Get ready for a day of fun and excitement with a variety of thrilling inflatables.

Esports

Esports

Whether you're a seasoned pro, just looking to have fun, or want to cheer on your friends, we've got something for everyone in Malone's official esports arena.

Food Trucks

JT's Barbecue
Drew's Concessions

Tickets

To place a group ticket order at a discounted rate call Sara Haidet at (330)471-8148.

Event Information

At Malone University, 2600 Cleveland Ave. NW Canton, Ohio 44709.

Campus map is coming soon.

Big Day tickets are nonrefundable.

September 6, 2025 at 12pm. The event ends around 9:30pm.

Big Day Fest is both outdoors and indoors. For outdoor areas, attendees may bring lawn chairs, blankets, and umbrellas. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Our visiting performers will be inside the Johnson Center Worship Center, where there is general admission seating.

Big Day Fest will go on. Bring umbrellas, ponchos, rain boots etc. If the rain gets too heavy, Big Day Fest will pause for a short rain delay.

No, parking is free.

Yes! Children under 5 years of age do not need a ticket and can attend for free.