Community, Business & Event News around Dayton, relating to coronavirus (COVID-19).
The Wilmington Rotary Clubs recently announced that the long-standing Banana Split Festival will be placed on hiatus for 2022. - Read More
Yellow Springs Street Fair has been canceled for June 2022, however, organizers are committed to bringing the Street Fair back this Fall. - Read More
Dayton Live is lifting its mask requirement for audiences attending performances in its venues from this weekend. - Read More
The World A'Fair Dayton International Festival has been canceled for the third year in a row. - Read More
Masks will still be required at Dayton Live venues including the Schuster Center, Loft Theatre, and the PNC Arts annex. - Read More
In addition to wearing masks, patrons attending performances at Dayton Live venues will be required to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test for entry beginning October 1. - Read More
Oktoberfest will return for its 50th anniversary September 24-26 - Read More
Due to increased COVID-19 transmission rates both locally and statewide, the in-person Air Force Marathon has transitioned into a virtual event. - Read More
Dayton Live, which owns and operates the Victoria Theatre, Schuster Center & PNC Arts Annex in downtown Dayton has announced masks are now required in their venues, effective immediately. - Read More
Sunday hours at the 2nd Street Market in downtown Dayton have returned. - Read More
Effective Monday, August 9, Dayton Metro Library will require all staff, as well as patrons and visitors over the age of two, to wear a mask at all Branch locations. - Read More
Dayton Celtic Fetival may be canceled, but we know you will "knot" want to miss the Celtic Knot weekend! July 28-Aug 1 - Read More
The Dayton Metro Library is excited to announce that beginning Monday, July 19, 2021, all Library Branches will resume pre-COVID normal operating hours. - Read More
Popular fall festival, celebrating 50th anniversary in 2021, issues call for event volunteers. - Read More
2nd Street Market to resume indoor operations on Saturdays starting July 17 - Read More
Lights in Flight, the Dayton region's most spectacular fireworks show, returns to downtown Dayton on Saturday, July 3, above RiverScape MetroPark. - Read More
Dayton Celtic Festival, downtown Dayton's largest summer festival has been canceled for a second year. The festival vow to return in 2022. - Read More
Live music returns to downtown Dayton—The 2021 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion has been officially announced. - Read More
Five Rivers MetroParks has established four easy walks designed to improve mental health. - Read More
All health orders in Ohio, except those for nursing homes and assisted living facilities will be lifted on June 2, Gov. Mike DeWine announced in his statewide address Wednesday. - Read More
After being closed for the entire 2020 season due to COVID-19, the popular waterpark in Kettering will reopen for the 2021 season this Memorial Day Weekend. - Read More
While summer 2021 will look and feel different than usual at Five Rivers MetroParks, there are still nature-based adventures and fun to be had outdoors. - Read More
The 2021 Twin Valley Trail Challenge has been rescheduled from Saturday, June 5 to Saturday, Sept. 25. - Read More
Five Rivers MetroParks has canceled the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience at Eastwood MetroPark for the second year in a row. - Read More
The St. Helen Spring festival in Riverside has been canceled for the second year in a row, amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. - Read More
Grab a takeout lunch and enjoy outdoor entertainment and seating on Courthouse Square beginning today, May 3. - Read More
Masks will no longer be required while outside at Kings Island, though face coverings will still be required indoors. - Read More
The 2021 Troy Strawberry Festival has been canceled due to concerns amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. - Read More
The Dayton Air Show will be a drive-in style event this year, allowing families to watch the show from the safety and convenience of their own parking spot. - Read More
Effective Monday, April 5, Dayton Metro Library resumes Monday operating hours. Hours at all DML locations will be: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm; closed Sunday. - Read More
MetroParks to reopen visitor centers, tree tower, resume summer fitness classes and more. - Read More
COVID-19 vaccine eligibility in Ohio opens up to all those 40+ starting Friday, and all adults 16+ March 29 - Read More
The Dayton Art Institute, which has been closed since last November, will reopen on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, beginning on March 19. - Read More
Ohioans ages 50 and older and those with Type 2 diabetes or end-stage renal disease are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine starting today. - Read More
DeWine says all health orders, including the mask mandate will be removed when Ohio drops to 50 cases per 100,000 over 2 weeks. - Read More
The City of Dayton extends the small business Pop-up Patio Program to help small businesses recover from the COVID-19 crisis. - Read More
Gov. Mike DeWine announces indoor and outdoor sporting and entertainment venues can reopen at reduced capacity. - Read More
Live music will return to Levitt Pavilion in downtown Dayton this summer. - Read More
The Dayton Dragons today announced their game schedule for the 2021 season, the Dragons' 21st year in downtown Dayton. - Read More
The Sugar Maple Festival in Bellbrook has been canceled for second year due to ongoing state restrictions related to the coronavirus pandemic. - Read More
The Mall at Fairfield Commons and Basil’s on Market Team Up to Offer Private Igloo-Style Dining Experience. - Read More
City of Dayton Recreation centers to reopen to the community on February 3. - Read More
City of Dayton facilities will begin operating on a modified COVID-19 plan on Monday, Feb. 1. - Read More
The Hamvention Executive Committee has canceled the 2021 Hamvention. - Read More
Dayton Live's National Geographic Live series is going virtual for early 2021. - Read More
MetroParks Ice Rink to remain closed for the 2020-2021 skating season; parks and trails remain open. - Read More
Dayton recreation centers to distribute masks to families in need. - Read More
Decoy Art Center to close Beavercreek location and take business mobile as pandemic limits capacity to serve customers and remain profitable. - Read More
#GivingTuesday 2020 is today, December 1 and no matter where your heart lies, there is a worthy non-profit in Dayton that needs you. - Read More
Founded to help local restaurants survive a global pandemic in spite of greatly reduced operating hours and dine-in capacity, local co-op service delivers food from member restaurants. - Read More
