Active & Outdoor Events around Dayton

Outdoor events including walks, runs, hiking, biking, fishing, health and fitness and other outdoor-related activities and events around the Dayton area.

Active & Outdoors in Dayton

First Saturday Volunteer at Learning Tree Farm

First Saturday Volunteer at Learning Tree Farm

Saturday, November 07 2026

Join us for the first Saturday of every month to bring helping hands to Learning Tree Farm!

Honeysuckle Homestead

Honeysuckle Homestead

Saturday, November 07 2026

Join us for a family-friendly day of honeysuckle removal! After we remove honeysuckle, we will build a fire to dispose of the invasive plant and make s'mores!

Rake Rally City of West Carrollton

Rake Rally City of West Carrollton

Saturday, November 07 2026

The City Beautiful Commission (CBC) is excited to host a Rake Rally on Saturday, November 7th, from 10 AM to 12 PM! This is a wonderful opportunity for West Carrollton residents who need assistance with leaf collection.

TGG Goat Yoga

TGG Goat Yoga

Saturday, November 07 2026

A feel-good farm experience featuring an all-levels yoga class, plenty of laughs, and lots of time with our friendly goats. No goat yoga experience required. 😉🐐

TGG Snuggle Bubble & Coffee

TGG Snuggle Bubble & Coffee

Saturday, November 07 2026

What’s better than coffee on a Saturday morning? Coffee in the Snuggle Bubble with goats. ☕🐐 Sip your coffee or hot chocolate and spend a cozy half hour with our goat FRIENDS.

The Grazing Ground Market

The Grazing Ground Market

Saturday, November 07 2026

The one with fresh eggs, homemade gluten-free goodies, farm gifts, and goats who fully expect snacks and attention.

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

Saturday, November 07 2026

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.

Nature Storytime with Brukner Nature Center

Nature Storytime with Brukner Nature Center

Tuesday, November 10 2026

Stories and animals combine in this special Storytime. Animals will be visiting the library from Brukner Nature Center.

Scottish Country Dance Lessons

Scottish Country Dance Lessons

Tuesday, November 10 2026

Come learn the reels, jigs, and strathspeys of Scotland in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. No experience or partner are required. All you need are comfortable, soft-soled shoes.

LTR Wednesday Morning Volunteering at the Farm!

LTR Wednesday Morning Volunteering at the Farm!

Wednesday, November 11 2026

Join us every every Wednesday morning to help around the farm! We need helpings for animal care, garden work, cleaning and much more!

Social Vintage Dance Lessons Friday Nights

Social Vintage Dance Lessons Friday Nights

Friday, November 13 2026

We socially dance many types of historical and modern dances. Our emphasis is typically on having fun with partnered social dances, but we also do set dances, circle dances, line dances, and solo dance as well.

Bonsai 101 Class -includes Bonsai

Bonsai 101 Class -includes Bonsai

Saturday, November 14 2026

North Dayton Garden Center & Nursery is offering a Bonsai tree beginner class with lifelong Bonsai grower Rick Kossoudji. If you're interested in the art of Bonsai but don’t know where to start, this class is for YOU!

Hometown Holiday 2026

Hometown Holiday 2026

Saturday, November 14 2026

Everyone is invited to help us honor our veterans and kick off the holidays. Santa arrives at 2pm. Lighting of the holiday tree at 6pm. Many vendors and food trucks for you to enjoy. We hope you will come and enjoy.

Winter Fest at Austin Landing

Winter Fest at Austin Landing

Saturday, November 14 2026

It's the holiday season at Austin Landing! Join us for our 2026 WINTER FEST & Christmas Tree Lighting ❄️ ✨ This fun, festive event begins Saturday, November 14 at 5pm

Dayton H3 #1686 - It's A Hash

Dayton H3 #1686 - It's A Hash

Saturday, November 21 2026

Join us for a hike, run, or walk at our 1686th event! Dayton Hash House Harriers is the 1st Dayton-area hash kennel of the world-wide social running club, the Hash House Harriers.

The Great Turkey Trek

The Great Turkey Trek

Saturday, November 21 2026

We need your help for this Thanksgiving adventure. Follow the clues along the routes and help us find the turkeys during an interactive walk or hike!

2026 Dayton Holiday Festival Grande Illumination

2026 Dayton Holiday Festival Grande Illumination

Friday, December 04 2026

The Grande Illumination Dayton Holiday Festival traditional tree lighting and Dayton Children's Parade Spectacular in Lights - December 4

Aullwood Winter Luminary Walk

Aullwood Winter Luminary Walk

Saturday, December 05 2026

Get ready for the holidays with a peaceful winter stroll through the candlelit paths of Aullwood Garden MetroPark. Bring your family and friends for the perfect start to the holiday season. Weather Dependent.

Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting City of West Carrollton

Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting City of West Carrollton

Saturday, December 05 2026

Celebrate the season with horse-drawn wagon rides, a festive Luminary Walk around the Civic Center, WCHS choir and orchestra performances, letters to Santa, free photos with Santa, and a magical tree-lighting ceremony.

Luminary Walk

Luminary Walk

Friday, December 11 2026

Enjoy a candlelit stroll through Bill Yeck Park. There will be a half-mile paved route and a one-mile route along the purple trail.

i9 Sports Late Fall/Winter Basketball & Volleyball

i9 Sports Late Fall/Winter Basketball & Volleyball

Saturday, January 09 2027

Late Fall & Winter Basketball and Volleyball are 6-week programs starting in October. Games every Saturday! No tryouts, no experience needed, and everyone is welcome.

I Wuff You Valentine Hike

I Wuff You Valentine Hike

Saturday, February 13 2027

Happy Valentine's Day to our favorite pups! Join us for a self-guided afternoon hike through the trails of Bill Yeck Park.

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