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
Fore the Love of Downtown Golf Scramble
Friday, October 02 2026
DTCP’s October 2 fundraiser will support community holiday programming while promising golfers a scramble that is anything but ordinary
Church Bazaar
Saturday, October 17 2026
The Fair Trade and Bazaar is happening on Oct 17th, 2026 from 9am-3pm. There will be vendors, lunch available, baskets raffled, quilts, homemade foods, crafts and more for sale! Vendors may contact the church office.
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! ✨🎄
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.
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.
"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.
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
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!
Love Actually In Concert
Saturday, November 28 2026
Fall in love with the holidays all over again at LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT coming to the Victoria Theatre November 28, 2026!
Letters to Santa
Tuesday, December 01 2026
From December 1–15, children are invited to drop their letters to Santa in his special mailbox located in the Civic Center lobby.
ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park
Tuesday, December 01 2026
Caesar Ford Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with over 250 LED light displays covering a mile long driving path.
Gingerbread House Decorating Contest
Friday, December 04 2026
Join Us for a Gingerbread House Decorating Party!
Eaton Boosters Annual Holiday Craft Show & Music Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026
3 gyms with over 75 vendors. Musical performances throughout the day. Concession, bake sale, raffle, silent auction.
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.
Huber Heights Holiday Event & Tree Lighting
Saturday, December 05 2026
Come join us for our Christmas tree lighting & Holiday Drone Show at the Governance Center in Huber Heights!
The Casuals Band - free dance lessons!
Sunday, December 06 2026
Free Dance Lessons Donations for the Needy
2026 Holiday Gala & Annual Business Awards
Wednesday, December 09 2026
Celebrate 2026 with the Huber Heights business community! Enjoy cocktails, dinner, live entertainment, networking and the Annual Business Awards at the beautiful Bicentennial Barn. Members, non-members and guests are welcome!
Lula Bell Art Class - Make your own Christmas Cards
Wednesday, December 09 2026
In this joyful and imaginative class, you will design and illustrate unique holiday cards that capture the magic of the season.
Lula Bell Art Class - Make your own Winter Wreath Cards
Wednesday, December 09 2026
In this creative and calming class, you will learn how to design festive winter wreaths using simple shapes, natural elements, and cool seasonal color palettes.
