Hall of Fame Village Celebrates Grand Opening of Heggy’s Nut Shop in Fan Engagement Zone
CANTON, OHIO – February 7, 2024 – Hall of Fame Village proudly announced today the official opening of Heggy’s Nut Shop by way of a ceremonial ribbon cutting. Heggy’s Nut Shop joins a growing list of dining and entertainment options located within the Village’s Fan Engagement Zone. A beloved brand renowned throughout Stark County for its premier-quality snacks, Heggy’s Nut Shop has officially opened its doors, inviting visitors to experience the rich heritage of fresh-roasted nuts, Ben Heggy’s® fine chocolates, and many new confections offered exclusively by Heggy’s at the Village.
The family-owned business is committed to honoring its storied history while introducing innovative flavors and textures that are exclusive to its Village store. Visitors are invited to stop by and indulge in the famous nuts and chocolates while at the Fan Engagement Zone and take a piece of Stark County's legacy home with them.
"The addition of Heggy's Nut Shop fits seamlessly into our vision for the Fan Engagement Zone as an active hub for fans to have fun, dine, and socialize," remarked Michael Crawford, President & CEO at Hall of Fame Village. "Heggy's brings a cherished local brand to our lineup, enhancing the vibrant atmosphere we strive to create. We eagerly anticipate our guests relishing these hometown treats."
Erik Linn, President of Heggy’s Nut Shop, expressed, “The family is thrilled to bring their experience to Hall of Fame Village and be part of the growing retail community there. Our new store is a great place for people of all ages to enjoy our fresh-roasted nuts, chocolates, and a variety of other snacks while creating memories with their families and friends.”
Heggy's Nut Shop, set to open just in time for Valentine’s Day and the big game, joins an impressive lineup of establishments at Hall of Fame Village which includes the sports-themed Build-A-Bear Workshop, Visit Canton Welcome Center, Don Shula’s American Kitchen, The Brew Kettle & Topgolf Swing Suites, Pizza Oven, and Pro Football Hall of Famer Isaac Bruce’s Smoosh Cookies. Heggy’s Nut Shop, a Canton staple, supports the Village’s desire to provide all guests and visitors with high-quality, unique, and diverse offerings while on campus.
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About Hall of Fame Village (HOFV):
Hall of Fame Village, a division of Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company, is a 100-acre immersive sports and entertainment destination centered around the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. The Village is dedicated to making every experience one-of-a-kind for fans throughout its six venues—Center for Performance, Constellation Center for Excellence, Fan Engagement Zone, ForeverLawn Sports Complex, Play-Action Plaza, and Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. An indoor football-themed waterpark and Hilton Tapestry Hotel are also under construction. For more information, visit www.HOFVillage.com.
About Heggy’s Nut Shop:
Heggy’s Nut Shop, Inc. is a family-owned Canton business operating at 3200 W. Tuscarawas and serving great taste since 1950. Ben Heggy’s is a registered trademark of Ben Heggy Candy Co. For more information visit www.heggysnutshop.com
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Hall of Fame Village
Madison Zurakowski
Madison.zurakowski@hofvillage.com