Christmas in Dayton
Christmas 2026 calendar of events for Dayton Ohio
There will be plenty of festive events and activities for all the family around Dayton and the Miami Valley this holiday season! From our family at Dayton Local to yours - Merry Christmas!
Christmas Events in Dayton
The Little Exchange Holiday Open House Weekend
Friday, October 30 2026
You’re invited to our BIGGEST event of the year! Our Holiday Open House weekend is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. Sip & shop and experience the magical winter wonderland, all to benefit Dayton Children’s Hosp
Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell
Sunday, November 01 2026
🎅 Bring the magic of Christmas to life by mailing your letter to Santa in the special red North Pole Mailbox located in front of Lula Bell, Whimsical Art & Stationery at 23 Park Ave., Oakwood, OH 45419
Holiday Open House at Lula Bell
Thursday, November 05 2026
The most wonderful shopping season is here, and we’re kicking it off in the most festive way! 🎄✨ Join Us for Lula Bell’s Holiday Open House! ✨🎄
Four Old Broads: Christmas Extravaganza
Friday, November 06 2026
Actor's Theatre Fairborn presents Four Old Broads: Christmas Extravaganza
Four Winds Indigenous Fashion Show
Friday, November 06 2026
Held in the Rotunda at the Dayton Arcade. Indigenous fashion, food, music, dancing and a market to shop for the holidays!
Make a Christmas Tree that lasts a life time
Friday, November 06 2026
Try out one of our most exciting types of firing when you take this Christmas tree building class.
Mary, Help of Christians 56th Christmas Bazaar
Friday, November 06 2026
Lots of Holiday Treasures, Decorations, Wreaths, Tree's, Seasonal Knickknacks, Needle works and Collectables. Over 50 baskets will be raffled off, Quilt Raffle, Longenburger Basket Silent Auction.
Snowflake Craft Bazaar 2026
Friday, November 06 2026
A Christmas craft bazaar with homemade crafts featuring 65 vendors, baked goods, a Christmas Treasures Shop, Raffle Baskets, religious items and a café with homemade soups, chili, sandwiches and our famous peanut butter pie.
David's Bazaar & Handmade Arts & Crafts Show 2026
Saturday, November 07 2026
Our tradiditional church bazaar with lunch and a bake sale, featuring local and regional guest artisans with handmade and heartfelt creations to welcome the holiday season.
Huber Heights Holiday Craft Fair
Saturday, November 07 2026
Join us for the 2026 Huber Heights Holiday Craft Fair. Vendors will display their holiday decorations and handmade gift items for you to get started on your holiday shopping. FREE admission.
Parkview Church of the Nazarene Fall Craft Show
Saturday, November 07 2026
Come be a part of Parkview Church of the Nazarene Fall Craft Show November 7th from 9am to 4pm. Free to the public! Vendors from all over the area bringing handmade crafts, and product vendors.
Dayton Polish Club Holiday Bazaar
Sunday, November 08 2026
Dayton Polish Club Holiday Bazaar! Join us for some fun, food, & shopping with local small businesses as we gear up for the holiday season!
Girl Scouts Makers Fair
Sunday, November 08 2026
Get a head start on your holiday shopping at the Girl Scout Makers Fair! Local Girl Scouts will showcase and sell handmade crafts, sweet treats, gifts, and other one-of-a-kind creations they've made themselves.
96th Annual Waffle Shop
Wednesday, November 11 2026
Waffle Shop is a 96 year tradition at Christ Church. We raise funds through the sale of our beloved waffle lunches, and then grant the proceeds to small local non-profits benefiting the poor and marginalized. A week early!
"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"
Thursday, November 12 2026
Two joyous musicals for the price of one! The first act of our holiday celebration is Santa Claus: The Musical. After intermission, we present The Gift of Christmas.
Kreative Korner: Annual Christmas Bazaar @ St. Leonard
Friday, November 13 2026
St. Leonard Retirement Community will be holding its annual Christmas Bazaar on Friday and Saturday and the public is invited! The bazaar is a highly anticipated event for the residents and members of the surrounding commun
The City Mercantile | Christmas Market
Friday, November 13 2026
Join us in Lebanon, Ohio, for the Lebanon Christmas Market, where 100+ amazing vendors will help you check off your holiday list in one beautiful, festive stop.
Yuletide Winter's Gathering
Friday, November 13 2026
Kick off the season at the Yuletide Winters Gathering, Nov. 13-15 in storybook downtown Tipp City! Shop festive boutiques, find one-of-a-kind gifts, enjoy Santa photos, wagon rides, food trucks, and small-town holiday charm.
A Holiday Affair
Saturday, November 14 2026
Explore a variety of handcrafted gift-giving items created by local vendors—just in time for holiday gifting! With 50 vendors onsite, you will be sure to find perfect items for your special people in your life!
Art, Antique and Craft Show
Saturday, November 14 2026
This yearly fundraiser sale features a vintage room of beautifully aged items, homemade baked goods, home cooked lunch, Christmas and jewelry rooms, and 30+ unique vendors and artisans offering quality items.
Aullwood Holiday Art Fair
Saturday, November 14 2026
Come to Aullwood's Holiday Art Fair for all of your holiday shopping! Thirty+ artisan and craft vendors and Aullwood's Nature Store will offer beautiful gifts for everyone on your list!
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
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
Christmas Tree Lighting at The Greene
Friday, November 20 2026
Celebrate the holiday season at The Greene! Join us for our Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration & Santa Arrival Parade on Friday, November 20.
Holiday Bazaar - Shiloh Church UCC
Friday, November 20 2026
Handmade Crafts, Holiday Decor, Pies, Cookies, Cafe, Candy, Country Store, Mincemeat, Raffles, and Local Artisans Dinner on Friday 4:30-5:30pm ($8.00 for baked chicken w/ gravy, baked potato, green beans, roll, dessert, bev.)
Photos with Santa
Saturday, November 21 2026
This year Figment will be offering one day of private photos with Santa, hosted by Knack Video + Photo. Each session includes 10 minutes with Santa and 3-5 final, edited digital files. Plus, enjoy hot cocoa and cookies!
Clifton Mill Christmas Lights 2026
Friday, November 27 2026
One of the country's finest -with millions of Christmas Lights illuminating the mill, the gorge, the riverbanks, trees and bridges.
Christkindl Market at Front Street
Saturday, November 28 2026
Shop small and local this holiday season! On Small Business Saturday, bring your friends and family to Front Street’s 7th Annual Christkindl Market! Dress up for FREE selfies with Santa!
