Festivals in Dayton

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Festivals in Dayton

Sugar Maple Festival

Friday, April 19 2024

The annual Sugar Maple Festival in beautiful downtown Bellbrook, Ohio.

Ultimate 420 Bash at the Wandering Griffin w/The Mystiks and The Shady Pine

Friday, April 19 2024

Get ready to vibe out at the ULTIMATE 420 BASH with live music from The Mystiks and The Shady Pine at the Wandering Griffin!

Kettering TreeFest

Saturday, April 20 2024

Speak for the trees, as the Lorax says, by putting down some roots at this yearly event! Bring gloves, shovels, and a watering container if you have them!

ARTeBRATION 2024

Sunday, April 21 2024

ARTéBRATION: A Celebration of all things Creative! One day, rain or shine Family-Friendly Art Festival. Outdoor Market, Food Truck Rally, Beer Garden, Live Art Demos, Galleries, Boutiques, Studios!

Eastern European Heritage Experience

Saturday, April 27 2024

Fun-filled Family Event: Celebrating Eastern European culture through Music, Dancing, Story-telling, Singing, Demonstrations, and Food!

A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival

Friday, May 03 2024

Food, Family Fun, Dance & Music - Showcasing the ethnic backgrounds and cultures of Dayton and the greater Miami Valley at A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival.

All-City Arts Festival

Saturday, May 04 2024

Join us for a day of music, art and food featuring the talents of Dayton Public School students.

Dayton Taco Fest

Saturday, May 04 2024

Join us for a ton of incredible tacos, from traditional to modern, from some amazing food trucks at the Yellow Cab, downtown Dayton

Yellow Cab Food Truck Rally 2024 Season

Saturday, May 04 2024

Join us for food truck festivals at the Yellow Cab Tavern in downtown Dayton March through October.

The City Mercantile Presents Putting Down Roots

Friday, May 10 2024

You are invited to our spring market "Putting Down Roots". Enjoy live music, food trucks and 150+ booths featuring vintage inspired home goods, boutique clothing, handmades and more.

Family Fun Festival & 5K

Saturday, May 11 2024

Join us for the Montessori School of Dayton's first Family Fun Festival and 5K Run. 8:30am-9:00am Fun Run 9:00am-10:00am 5K 10:00am-12:30pm Family Fun Festival

Preble Co. Pride Festival 2024

Saturday, May 11 2024

Join us for a day of celebration, inclusivity, and visibility for the Q+ community who live in and around Preble County, OH.

Vandalia Sweet Treats Fest

Saturday, May 11 2024

This Sweet Treats Fest for all the sugar lovers out there. There will be food trucks, dessert vendors selling candy and sweets, non-food vendors, live music and more!

Dayton Sideshow 2024

Friday, May 17 2024

The Sideshow celebrates the local arts scene and is unique in Dayton for its variety and ambition.

Hamvention 2024

Friday, May 17 2024

Hamvention, the world's largest amateur radio gathering at Greene County Fairgrounds.

Spring Fest In The Burg

Friday, May 17 2024

Spring Fest in the Burg is back for its fourth annual festival May 17-19, 2024! Spring Fest in the Burg will be the first event in the newly renovated Riverfront Park.

Taste of the Arts

Friday, May 17 2024

Join us in downtown Piqua for Taste of the Arts! Fab food, great music, artists at work, kids zone and more.

Aullwood Spring Fest

Saturday, May 18 2024

Aullwood Spring Fest 2024 will be held Saturday & Sunday, May 18 & 19, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. More information coming soon

Cancer's Kryptonite Carnival 2.0

Saturday, May 18 2024

This event is a fundraiser that supports a nonprofit founded in honor of LJ Barnes and will feature stage entertainment, vendors, games, a variety of activities, contests, concessions, and so much more!

Furry Skurry 5K - A Super Event for Super Pets

Saturday, May 18 2024

The Furry Skurry 5K is a fun-filled day for runners, walkers and pet lovers!

Miami County Food Truck Rally & Competition

Saturday, May 18 2024

Over 60 food trucks, 50 vendors, Live entertainment, Cornhole Tournament, Axe Throwing, Veterans Resource Fair, Plant Sale and more.

Centerville Merchant Market

Sunday, May 19 2024

Come enjoy Centerville's own curated upscale market and dining experience.

Fleurs de Fête - Wine & Gourmet Food Festival

Sunday, May 19 2024

Held each May, Fleurs de Fete is Carillon Historical Park's original "party in the park." Guests enjoy more than 400 wine samplings & delicious bites!

Memorial Day Weekend at Youngs Dairy

Thursday, May 23 2024

Celebrate Memorial Day with us at Young's Dairy. You show up, we'll supply the fun!

Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival

Friday, May 24 2024

Live entertainment, Memorial Day Parade, Carnival rides, Kayaking or canoeing on the lake and much more!

Passport to MetroParks 2024

Friday, May 24 2024

Join us at Riverscape for an exciting Family-Friendly evening full of Live Music, Foodtrucks, and Fun Activities like Rock Climbing! FREE Admission!

2024 Forest Ridge Food Truck Rally and Craft Show

Saturday, May 25 2024

The Forest Ridge Food Truck Rally and Craft Show is back for 2024! We're expecting 7-8 trucks and a variety of LOCAL vendors. Hope to see you there! 11-3, Saturday May 25th!

Dayton Cheese Fest!

Saturday, May 25 2024

CHEESE and Country - NEW festival you won't want to miss - complete with Fireworks! Free Admission!

Dayton Pizza Fest

Saturday, May 25 2024

Join us for Dayton Pizza Fest - Food Truck Foodie festival for at the Yellow Cab Tavern, downtown Dayton.

Dayton Heritage Day at Carillon Park

Sunday, May 26 2024

Held on Memorial Day weekend, Heritage Day at Carillon Historical Park celebrates Dayton's unparalleled history through special activities, costumed interpreters, and more!

Kettering Block Party at The Fraze

Wednesday, May 29 2024

Celebrate at Fraze Pavilion with this FREE, fun family community event!

Affair On Saint Clair

Friday, May 31 2024

Dayton Pride - Affair On Saint Clair is the kick off to the LGBTQ+ festivities in Dayton and a new location. (formerly Affair On The Square)

The 8th Annual Ohio Valley Indigenous Music Festival

Saturday, June 01 2024

A weekend of award winning music featuring the Native American flute. Vendors with Native American style flutes, crafts, & food. An outdoor event, large music tent with chairs, free & open to the public with close parking.