August 2026 Festivals around Dayton Ohio
Below is a list of all the upcoming festivals in Dayton and the surrounding area for August 2026. Enjoy, and be sure to share with your family and friends!
Festivals: August in Dayton
2026 St. John West Chester Family Festival
Saturday, August 01 2026
St. John the Evangelist Family Festival 2026. We are so excited for you to join us on July 31, Aug 1,2 for lots of family fun! Basket Bonanza, Major Award Raffle, Games, Great Food & Bands
Art in the City
Saturday, August 01 2026
Free Family-Friendly Event! Art in the City, a celebration of downtown Dayton's visual and performing arts communities.
British Car Day at Eastwood MetroPark
Saturday, August 01 2026
Annual all British Car show, displaying over 300 British cars and motorcycles.
Collab Fest at the Dayton Art Institute (DAI)
Saturday, August 01 2026
Join us for the official kickoff party for Miami Valley Craft Beer Week! Only available at the DAI, we will be featuring products from 14 local craft breweries and13 never-before-poured collaboration beers.
Community Workshop with Niki Johnson
Saturday, August 01 2026
Designed for teens and adults, this interactive workshop invites participants to explore identity, voice, and civic engagement through art-making and conversation. Led by artist Niki Johnson.
Dayton Fruit Festival
Saturday, August 01 2026
Join us for a sweet celebration of summer at the Dayton Fruit Festival! Bring the whole family out for two days of fresh fruit, local vendors, crafters, delicious treats, fun activities, FREE Health Scans, & more
Great American Beer Tasting
Saturday, August 01 2026
Popular big-name brews will sit side-by-side with some of the smallest craft beers on the market. Games and activities can also be enjoyed on the field!
Lebanon Blues Festival
Saturday, August 01 2026
In historic downtown Lebanon, Ohio! Enjoy blues bands, your favorite foods, and deluxe beer garden. Admission is FREE!
Preble County Fair
Saturday, August 01 2026
The Famous Preble County Fair is August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026
Small Farm & Food Fest
Saturday, August 01 2026
Join us for a whole day dedicated to eating healthy, small farms, hobby farming and homesteading skills.
Auglaize County Fair
Sunday, August 02 2026
The Auglaize County fair is fun for the whole family - August 2nd - August 8th 2026
Greene County Fair 2026
Sunday, August 02 2026
Prepare for a safe and fun-filled week at the Greene County Fairgrounds! Rides, Kiddie/Calf Scramble, Tug-a-Truck, Harness Racing, Demo Derby, Truck/Tractor Pulls & more!
Polish Summer Festival
Sunday, August 02 2026
Join us for the Polish Summer Festival Sunday - August 2nd 2026 (Chardon Polka Band) Polish Picnic Grounds 3690 Needmore Rd. Dayton, OH opens 2pm Music 4-8 pm Admission 10.00 per car.
First Thursday Street Fair City of West Carrollton
Thursday, August 06 2026
Join us in West Carrollton for our First Thursday Street Fair, a summer series featuring live music, food vendors, local makers, community organizations, and family-friendly activities.
Flite Fest 2026 ✈️
Thursday, August 06 2026
Flite Fest 2026 is heading to Dayton, Ohio, for the largest collaboration in Flite Test history.
Voices of America Country Music Festival
Thursday, August 06 2026
Country Music Festival - West Chester - August 6 - 9, 2026.
Bluegrass & Brew Festival
Friday, August 07 2026
You are invited to join us for the annual Bluegrass & Brew Festival in Downtown Fairborn! We will have bluegrass bands, food trucks, and lots of brews to enjoy.
Rock ‘n Green Tomato Festival
Friday, August 07 2026
BACK FOR 2024! Come join us for Great Food, Vendors, Contests, Cornhole Tournament and some great FREE Live Rock ‘n' Roll Music.
St. Brigid Parish Festival
Friday, August 07 2026
We invite our friends and neighbors to come and enjoy good food and family fun at our annual three-day community festival.
Bacon Fest 2026
Saturday, August 08 2026
Awaken Bacon Nation ~ Everything is Better with Bacon! It's time to get your chops wet with BaconFest!
Bites in the Heights
Saturday, August 08 2026
The City of Huber Heights, Ohio - Government proudly presents the seventh annual Bites in the Heights food truck event at Rose Music Center on Saturday, August 8, from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
Englewood Art Festival
Saturday, August 08 2026
The Englewood Festival and Arts Commission is proud to present its Annual Englewood Festival featuring artisans and entertainers at Centennial Park.
Family First Fest
Saturday, August 08 2026
Dayton Public Schools 2nd Annual Family First Fest w/ Food Trucks School Giveaways Games for all ages Enrollment assistance and more
St. Leonard BoomerFest 2026
Saturday, August 08 2026
BoomerFest at St. Leonard is a free, all-day community festival inspired by the Baby Boomer era, featuring live music, food trucks, local craft beers and cocktails, and a free kids’ area. Music starts at 12:15 PM!
Village Artisans presents Art on the Lawn
Saturday, August 08 2026
2026 Annual Art on the Lawn 🎨 100+ original fine artists and fine crafters, Live music and food vendors
2026 Charity Car Show at Englewood Arts Festival
Sunday, August 09 2026
Car show from 9am to 2pm. Awards to be given at 2pm. Trophies for best in show, Mayor's Choice, Top 10, and more. 100% of proceeds benefit Community Table Inc.
Bellbrook Lions Club SummerFest
Friday, August 14 2026
Join us for games, carnival rides, crafts, live entertainment, food, drinks and more at our Annual Bellbrook Lions Club SummerFest
Family Adventure Movie Night City of West Carrollton
Friday, August 14 2026
Bring the family to Wilson Park for a relaxing summer evening under the stars featuring games, free popcorn, and a family-friendly movie.
Germanfest Picnic
Friday, August 14 2026
Germanfest Picnic returns to the historic St. Anne's Hill in Dayton OH August 14-16, 2026.
Miami County Fair
Friday, August 14 2026
The Miami County Fair will be filled with fun and activities for the entire family! Join us in Troy, Ohio August 14-20, 2026.
Runway Fest
Friday, August 14 2026
Runway Fest is a free community event made for families and aircraft enthusiasts. An array of activities and entertainment: inflatables, food trucks, plus live music by The Karate Girls and Fireworks by Rozzi.
Etown Shakedown Music & Arts Festival
Saturday, August 15 2026
The Fourth Annual E-Town Shakedown Music & Arts Festival is a family-friendly celebration of live music, local art, food, and community!
Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival
Saturday, August 15 2026
Join us for the Annual Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival 🌽 Always the 3rd full weekend in August! There will be approximately 180 handmade arts and crafts booths and food vendors and much more!
Taco & Nacho Fest
Saturday, August 15 2026
Taco & Nacho Fest- Nacho Typical Food Fest - returns to Austin Landing August 15 with food, music, kids activities and fireworks!
Confetti Concert Finale Featuring The Karate Girls Band City of West Carrollton
Thursday, August 20 2026
The Karate Girls Band takes the stage from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., with everyone's favorite confetti fun during the concert.
The Great Darke County Fair
Friday, August 21 2026
The Great Darke County Fair in Greenville, Ohio - August 21-29, 2026.
Dayton Porchfest 2026
Saturday, August 22 2026
Come out for free mini concerts held on porches throughout St. Anne's Hill.
Fulton Farm Sweet Corn Festival
Saturday, August 22 2026
Fun, food, games and live music all weekend at the Annual Fulton Farm Sweet Corn Festival.
HOPS IN THE HANGAR: A Craft Beer Event that really takes Flight!
Saturday, August 22 2026
Hops in the Hangar is an annual, unique beer event that gathers a blend of craft beer fans and aviation enthusiasts.
Ohio Valley Orchid Fest
Saturday, August 22 2026
Join us for a weekend of Orchids, Food and Fun for the Entire Family at the annual Ohio Valley Orchid Festival.
Annual Egyptian Festival
Friday, August 28 2026
Entertainment and Fun, Egyptian Food, Egyptian Bazaar and more at the Annual Ohio Egyptian Festival!
Clifton Gorge Music & Arts Festival
Friday, August 28 2026
Family festival in the Historic Village of Clifton alongside the beautiful Clifton Gorge.
Oktoberfest
Friday, August 28 2026
Oans, zwoa, drei, g’suffa: the party of the year is here! Raise your steins to Oktoberfest at Yellow Springs Barrel Room on Friday, August 28th from 3-9PM.
The Lebanese Festival
Friday, August 28 2026
Traditional Lebanese food, cold beer and beverages, ethnic music, dance, rides and games for the kids and more!
Bourbon, Burgers & Brews
Saturday, August 29 2026
🥃🍔🍺 Bourbon, Burgers & Brews is coming to The Greene on Saturday, August 29—and do we have a treat for you!
