Events in Dayton Ohio
Today is December 7, 2025 - Our daily calendar of events, entertainment and activities in Dayton. Includes festivals, concerts, comedy, theater, arts, live music, outdoor events, sports and more.
Events in Dayton
North Pole Express Train Ride
Sunday, December 07 2025
All Aboard Nov & Dec - Experience the Joy of the Holidays! Hop aboard our North Pole Express with Santa and his elves for a magical train ride through beautiful Warren County.
Victorian Afternoon Teas at Patterson Homestead
Sunday, December 07 2025
Join us for an authentic three course tea service by costumed interpreters and learn about the Patterson family. Advance Registration Required.
6 Drive-Thru Christmas light displays around Dayton
Sunday, December 07 2025
Christmas 2025 - Gather your family and take a drive to enjoy Christmas lights from the safety and comfort of your own car! Here are 6 Christmas drive light displays around Dayton in 2025.
Wright State Raiders Basketball
Sunday, December 07 2025
WSU Raiders men's and women's basketball at the The Wright State University Nutter Center
FREE ADMISSION AT DAYTON ART INSTITUTE
Sunday, December 07 2025
During “Art For All” Days, the Dayton Art Institute will offer free admission to all museum guests, including special and focus collections.
Dear Santa
Sunday, December 07 2025 8:00am
A special mailbox right here in the lobby of the Civic Center is waiting for your letters to Santa!
Homerun the Holidays - Dick's House of Sport
Sunday, December 07 2025 9:00am
🎄Celebrate the season with our Homerun the Holidays! The contest runs November 24-December 20, and each participant gets 3 swings per entry with one entry per day. 💰Entry Fee: $5 per entry and each entry gets 3 swings.
Purple Poinsettia Craft & Vendor Show
Sunday, December 07 2025 10:00am
Craft & Vendor Show. Over 100 booths of artists, crafters, direct sellers, farmers, jewelers, gemstones, authors, canvas purses, flowers, plants, food trucks and much more.
Waynesville's Christmas in the Village
Sunday, December 07 2025 11:00am
Experience small town charm during with hundreds of luminaries, strolling characters, photo ops, cookies & cocoa. Santa arrives on firetruck daily, shopping, dining, and more.
2nd Street Market
Sunday, December 07 2025 11:00am
Reminiscent of European markets, 2nd Street Market is alive with local growers, bakers, culinary specialists, artisans, people, and activity during market hours.
Museums on Us
Sunday, December 07 2025 11:00am
The Dayton Art Institute is pleased to continue its participation in the Bank of America Museums on Us® program.
On Par—mini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!
Sunday, December 07 2025 11:00am
Duck Pin Bowling, Darts, Mini-Golf, Pool, Karaoke, Shuffleboard, Food, Self-Pour Adult Beverages, Free Soft Drinks and more! On Par Entertainment is located in Beavercreek, across from The Greene.
Scrooge! The Musical
Sunday, December 07 2025 11:00am
La Comedia's unique combination of delicious dining and Broadway-style live entertainment is "A Taste of Broadway" unlike anything else in Ohio! After your meal, your family will enjoy Scrooge! The Musical.
Visit with Santa at the Springboro Performing Arts Center
Sunday, December 07 2025 12:00pm
Visit with Santa at the Springboro Performing Arts Center, 5-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5; noon -2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6; and noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7.Make a craft. Free event
Themes in Yoshitoshi’s 100 Aspects of the Moon
Sunday, December 07 2025 12:00pm
One of the outstanding series in the history of Japanese woodblock prints, Tsukioka Yoshitoshi’s 100 Aspects of the Moon is the culmination of the artist’s career.
The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art
Sunday, December 07 2025 12:00pm
From the rich holdings of the Chrysler Museum of Art, view 120 Art Nouveau treasures by Tiffany, Mucha, Gallé, Beardsley, and many others. The DAI is the exclusive Ohio venue for this traveling exhibit. Oct 18–Jan 11
Dayton Printmakers Cooperative: Dayton/Kyoto Invitational
Sunday, December 07 2025 12:00pm
The Dayton/Kyoto Invitational is an international print exchange between the Dayton Printmaker’s Cooperative and Gen Studio Group in Kyoto, Japan, which has been taking place since 2003. The 2025 theme is "Water."
Engaged: Rings from around the World
Sunday, December 07 2025 12:00pm
Throughout human history, people have loved putting things on their fingers. Often made with precious materials, they serve a wide range of purposes, from enhancing one’s appearance and indicating social status.
Strange Worlds: Photographs by Jay Hoops
Sunday, December 07 2025 12:00pm
For commercial and fine art photographer Jay Hoops, exploration and experimentation drove her work using Polaroid format to create dreamy, atmospheric scenes. This exhibition is exclusive to the Dayton Art Institute.
2025 Winter Mystical Market
Sunday, December 07 2025 12:00pm
Step into a world of enchantment and winter bad-assery at the Temple’s 2025 Winter Mystical Market and Fundraiser!
Riverscape Ice Skating
Sunday, December 07 2025 1:00pm
Sheltered under the covered pavilion at Riverscape, the regions largest outdoor ice rink is located in Downtown Dayton. ⚠️ BE SURE TO CHECK FOR CLOSURE ALERTS BEFORE YOU GO! ⚠️
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Sunday, December 07 2025 1:00pm
Get your axe to Beavercreek and experience Dayton's first axe throwing bar. Perfect for date night, team building, corporate parties, or fun outings with friends and family.
Level Up: 28+ pinball machines 21+ arcades!
Sunday, December 07 2025 1:00pm
Level Up Pinball Bar: 23 COINLESS Pinball machines and 12 state-of-the-art arcades. Reloadable RFID card system handles credits. Stern Tables feature Insider Connect to track your high scores and achievements.
Back To The Future: The Musical
Sunday, December 07 2025 1:00pm
Go back in time as Dayton Live presents Back To The Future: The Musical at the Schuster Center as Dayton as part of the Broadway Series.
Family Holiday Bingo
Sunday, December 07 2025 1:00pm
Family Holiday Bingo is the perfect way to bring everyone together, creating cherished memories and laughter-filled moments!
The One with Goats & Cookies
Sunday, December 07 2025 2:00pm
Nothing better than cookies with FRIENDS
Gingerbread Jamboree Puppet Show
Sunday, December 07 2025 2:00pm
With help from the audience, Ralphie the Elf must entertain the Gingerbread Beast with hilarious versions of popular stories. Puppetry, music, and masterful storytelling!
