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Exceptional: Reflections on Graduation, Belonging and Community
After twenty-five years in America, a British immigrant in Beavercreek reflects on his son’s graduation, community, and what it truly means to belong.
Wine & Waffle Fest
You're invited! Sweet waffles.Savory waffles.Waffles with endless possibilities.Because honestly… who doesn’t love a great waffle?! 😍
The Full Monty
Show based on the British comedy film with: 😁 BIG LAUGHS. 💝 BIG HEART. 💪 BARELY ANY CLOTHES. Dayton Playhouse closes the season with THE FULL MONTY - May 15-31, 2026
Rail Festival at Carillon Park
Dayton History and Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society are proud to present the Annual Rail Festival at Carillon Park 🚂
Voices & Stories: Intersecting Lives of LGBTQ+ Community Members
This voices and Stories program presented by the Centerville-Washington Diversity council will host a panel focusing on local LGBTQ+ individuals and the unique challenges they face. Understanding and acceptance is key.
The Light In Between
Dayton Dance Initiative's 8th season performance featuring 5 new choreographic works and 17 dancers. In the intimate PNC Arts Annex with a live Q&A following each show, audiences can expect an up-close immersive experience.
Pickle Fest - Just dill with it!
Pickle fest returns in 2026: The DILL-I-CIOUS festival is at Austin Landing June 20 🥒
Party in the Park Summer Kick-Off with NKG
Party in the Park & Food Truck Frenzy is kicking off their summer event series with the Naked Karate Girls.
Dayton Pride Festival 2026
The annual Pride Festival and parade that celebrates the diversity of the LGBTQ culture in Dayton. Events run Friday evening and Saturday afternoon.
Friends of the Dayton Metro Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Dayton Metro Library book sales ℹ️ 9:30 am to 11:30 am for FOL Members & open to the public 11:30 am - 5pm 📚 Used book sale - books, music, movies, and audiobooks.
Shakespeare in the Heights presents a staged reading of Romeo and Juliet
A non-traditional staged reading of the classic Romeo and Juliet
Central Jazz Big Band at Riverscape
Music and fun at RiverScape MetroPark's FREE Summer Music Series with Central Jazz Big Band. Pull up your chair for music, food, and dancing by the Great Miami River!
