Christmas 2020 calendar of events for Dayton Ohio
Yes, the holidays will be a little different this year! Still, there are plenty of safe, festive events and activities for all the family this holiday season! Please check back often as we expect plenty of updates in the next few weeks.
From our family at Dayton Local to yours - Merry Christmas!
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New this year, we're excited to bring a Greek Holiday Market offering many of your favorite Greek pastries, foods, wines and boutique gifts for the holiday season. - Read More
Shop Local, Shop Handmade Originals, Shop ART! - Read More
View this one-of-a-kind model train display, given to the community by Mrs. Virginia W. Kettering in the Stratacache Tower lobby. - Read More
Sheltered under the covered pavilion at Riverscape, the regions largest outdoor ice rink is located in Downtown Dayton. - Read More
Featuring thousands of Christmas lights, traditional holiday fare, Santa Claus, live music, historical craft demonstrations, and so much more. - Read More
One of the country's finest -with millions of Christmas Lights illuminating the mill, the gorge, the riverbanks, trees and bridges. - Read More
Celebrate the joy of this holiday season. This festive one-act Christmas revue along with our delicious buffet is "A Taste of Broadway." - Read More
Outdoor Christmas lights display at Sharon Woods viewed by patrons from the comfort of their own vehicle, depicting everything from Santa Claus and his elves to Godzilla. - Read More
Walk the path to holiday fun at Woodland Lights - a half-mile wonderland of holiday lights, displays, and festivities! - Read More
Lebanon Holiday Illumination - Nov 27th, 2020 6-8PM. Christmas Tree Park. - Read More
Our Christmas Glow; Christmas Drive-Thru is here to create memories and celebrate the season with your family! Middletown, OH. - Read More
A Drive-Through Fantasy Light Display. Admission by Cash Donation - You set the price, - Read More
The Christmas Ranch is in Morrow, Ohio is a 110 acre Christmas Village. - Read More
Enjoy the spectacular display of 2 million Christmas lights at Whispering Christmas in Eaton, Ohio. - Read More
This event follows the cancellation of the “Grand Illumination” and downtown Santa House by Troy Main Street. - Read More
The Grande Illumination Dayton Holiday Festival traditional tree lighting will be a half-hour television special this year. - Read More
Due to Covid Restrictions, the ARTery Gallery will be open only Nov. 28th for Small Business Saturday, Dec. 5th, 12th, and 19th from 11am-1pm. Hurry and register for Free Christmas Drawings. - Read More
Ho ho ho! It is that time of year when the jolly one stops by to hear the Christmas wishes of children. Skip the long lines and register for our Pictures with Santa event! - Read More
This year, you'll load up the car and come downtown to see floats, lighted displays, performers, and more as you cruise through the Main Street parade route. - Read More
The Story of Christmas presented by the Hillcrest Baptist Church Choir. - Read More
Experience the magical Wintergarden Wonderland Windows at the Schuster Center. Registration required. - Read More
Join us this holiday season on the Lebanon Mason and Monroe Railroad! ADVANCED RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. - Read More
Join us (virtually) for the traditional lighting of the Kettering Mayor’s Christmas Tree. - Read More
The holiday season is full of traditions. Make a visit to Yuletide Village one of them. - Read More
Christmas Bazaar to benefit Children's Home in Tanzania. Virtual Christmas Sale for 2020. - Read More
Visit Ohio's oldest educational forest to take part in a long standing Yellow Springs tradition! Cut your own Christmas trees! - Read More
Come join us for our Christmas tree lighting at the Eichelberger Amphitheater in Huber Heights. - Read More
Visit with Santa and hunt for candy canes. Sessions 30 minutes each. Several sessions to choose from. - Read More
The City of Vandalia has Santa scheduled for a FREE single evening engagement at the Vandalia Recreation Center! All visitors must remain in their car! - Read More
Due to increased Covid restrictions, the Dayton Liederkranz Turner has decided to go virtual for our 2020 Christkindlmarkt. It will be on Saturday, December 12th ONLY from 11am-6pm. - Read More
Dayton International Airport Provides Updates for Holiday Travelers
Rike's Holiday Windows at the Schuster canceled for 2020
Downtown Dayton Drive-thru Parade Canceled
Ohio Arts Council awards nearly $2M in CARES Act grants to Dayton area arts and culture groups
MetroParks delays opening RiverScape ice rink
Dayton Metro Library Closed Additional Days at Thanksgiving
Link: Dayton Bike Share Plans for 2021 Expansion
2021 Broadway shows in Dayton postponed due to pandemic
Tucker Book Release (100% to animal welfare)
Dayton Art Institute Announces Temporary Closure
Wild Axe Throwing Now Open in Beavercreek
Great Escape Game: Dayton's #1 Escape Room!
Small Business Saturday in Downtown Dayton
Military night at Wild Axe Throwing