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Remembering Dr. Creep
Though he passed away back in 2011, the presence of Barry Lee Hobart, better known as Dr. Creep, is still felt by many, especially around Halloween.
The story behind Frankenstein's Castle at Hills & Dales
Closed in 1967, mysterious tales about the tower at Hills & Dales still persist, but what is the real story?
Voices & Stories Series
Join us for an engaging panel discussion exploring the connections between aging in place, community inclusion, and the relationships that help people feel supported throughout their lives.
Feast of Giving - Thanksgiving in Dayton
FREE Thanksgiving meal and celebration! Join us for our annual🦃 "Feast of Giving", a traditional Thanksgiving meal with fellowship, live music and engaging activities for kids all day long.
Real Love: Kenny & Dolly Christmas and Hits Tribute Show
Celebrate the iconic classic country music of two American legends in this breathtaking duo-billed tribute show! Real Love takes audiences on a musical journey spanning six decades of Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton.
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
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.
Symphony of Illusions with Michael Grandinetti
TV illusionist Michael Grandinetti joins the Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra Oct 31 at 3 PM for magic set to Harry Potter, Star Wars, E.T. and more. Costumes welcome, and you'll be home in time for trick-or-treating!
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Ever wondered what the 1970s and Shakespeare looked like together? The bard’s famous comedic tale of love, fairies, and mishaps meets the groovy 1970s in a tale you don’t want to miss!
NMRA Annual Dayton Train Show
Dayton Train Show: vendor tables, lots of exhibitors, different gauges, memorabilia, souvenirs, mini-clinics, LEGO, books, trains. Doorprizes,food trucks
Fall Classes at North Dayton Garden Center
Would you like more houseplants but don’t know where to start? Take Rick’s beginner classes at North Dayton Garden Center - Houseplant Care 101, General PropagationBonsai 101 💧🪴
56th Annual Dayton Book Fair
The Book Fair Foundation is a non-profit organization that collects donated books year-round for our annual Book Fair, the biggest second-hand book sale in Ohio. October 30-November 1, 2026.
Dia de Muertos - Day of the Dead Celebration
The annual Dia De Muertos celebration in Dayton. All are welcome to join in remembrance of loved ones who have passed.
