Events in Dayton Ohio

Today is April 1, 2026 - Our daily calendar of events, entertainment and activities in Dayton. Includes festivals, concerts, comedy, theater, arts, live music, outdoor events, sports and more.

Events in Dayton

Hula Learn How To Sway In One Day

Hula Learn How To Sway In One Day

Wednesday, April 01 2026

Classes starting Apr 1, 2026 RSVP A your spot.

2026 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition

2026 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition

Wednesday, April 01 2026 8:00am

The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present the 2026 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition.

Hawthorn Hill Tours

Hawthorn Hill Tours

Wednesday, April 01 2026 10:00am

With its white pillars and twin porches, Hawthorn Hill has long been synonymous with Orville Wright and the Wright family. Wednesdays and Saturdays prepaid advance reservations required.

Dick's House of Sport Homeschool PE

Dick's House of Sport Homeschool PE

Wednesday, April 01 2026 10:00am

Wednesdays and Fridays 10-11:30 AM

Whitney Sage X Nicholas Hill Exhibitions

Whitney Sage X Nicholas Hill Exhibitions

Wednesday, April 01 2026 10:00am

Date: March 9 - April 11, 2026 Time: Hours of Operation Closing Reception and Artist Talks: Saturday, Aprill 11, 2026 1 - 3 p.m.

Brain Health Exhibit at Wright Library

Brain Health Exhibit at Wright Library

Wednesday, April 01 2026 10:00am

Dayton's Brain Health Collective shares important information about brain health in this educational exhibit.

On Par—mini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!

On Par—mini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!

Wednesday, April 01 2026 11:00am

Duck Pin Bowling, Darts, Mini-Golf, Pool, Karaoke, Shuffleboard, Food, Self-Pour Adult Beverages, Free Soft Drinks and more! On Par Entertainment is located in Beavercreek, across from The Greene.

Citywide Blood Drive West Carrollton

Citywide Blood Drive West Carrollton

Wednesday, April 01 2026 11:00am

West Carrollton is proud to partner with Versiti to sponsor citywide blood drives. There is always a great need for blood donors, so we encourage you to sign up or walk in and make a difference!

Engaged: Rings from around the World

Engaged: Rings from around the World

Wednesday, April 01 2026 11:00am

Throughout human history, people have loved putting things on their fingers. Often made with precious materials, they serve a wide range of purposes, from enhancing one’s appearance and indicating social status.

Tony Foster, Exploring Time: A Painter’s Perspective

Tony Foster, Exploring Time: A Painter’s Perspective

Wednesday, April 01 2026 11:00am

In a world where environmental change is often conveyed through striking images of global warming, Foster offers a different perspective, one that considers Earth’s continual evolution and the visible traces of time’s passage

Exploring Feminism

Exploring Feminism

Wednesday, April 01 2026 11:00am

Presenting feminist artwork from the newly acquired Sara M. and Michelle Vance Waddell Collection, this three-part, rotating exhibition will demystify the origins, history and commitments of the feminist movement.

Symbols of Hope: Eunshin Khang

Symbols of Hope: Eunshin Khang

Wednesday, April 01 2026 11:00am

The paintings of Eunshin Khang invite dialogue. This may be dialogue with family and friends, dialogue across cultures or dialogue on a spiritual level, conversing with the life of faith.

Paul Verdell: Tabernacle

Paul Verdell: Tabernacle

Wednesday, April 01 2026 11:00am

The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present a new body of work by Paul Verdell. In these gestural paintings, Verdell continues his exploration of loose and instinctive mark making, working with paint and collaged elements.

Member's Spotlight Exhibition: Amy Dolan: Along the Path

Member's Spotlight Exhibition: Amy Dolan: Along the Path

Wednesday, April 01 2026 11:00am

April's Member's Spotlight Exhibition features Springboro-based artist Amy Dolan. Opening Reception: April 1, 6-8 pm Closing Reception: April 24, 4-6 pm

#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!

#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!

Wednesday, April 01 2026 11:15am

You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!

Discover Dayton Scavenger Hunt

Discover Dayton Scavenger Hunt

Wednesday, April 01 2026 12:00pm

Explore downtown Dayton this April! Visit local businesses, complete fun scavenger hunt challenges, and enter to win prizes. Play with the app! Hosted by: Oberer Management Services Downtown Properties

Hawthorn Hill Tours

Hawthorn Hill Tours

Wednesday, April 01 2026 12:30pm

With its white pillars and twin porches, Hawthorn Hill has long been synonymous with Orville Wright and the Wright family. Wednesdays and Saturdays prepaid advance reservations required.

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

Wednesday, April 01 2026 1:00pm

Get your axe to Beavercreek and experience Dayton's first axe throwing bar. Perfect for date night, team building, corporate parties, or fun outings with friends and family.

Level Up: 30+ pinball machines 30+ arcades!

Level Up: 30+ pinball machines 30+ arcades!

Wednesday, April 01 2026 1:00pm

Level Up Pinball Bar in Beavercreek near Dayton features 30+ modern and classic coinless pinball machines and 30+ arcade games. Reloadable RFID cards, Stern Insider Connect tracking and nonstop competition!

April Fool's Day 5k and Family Fun Mile

April Fool's Day 5k and Family Fun Mile

Wednesday, April 01 2026 6:00pm

It's no joke! The April Fool's Day 5k is on April 1 again. The course starts and finishes in Miamisburg's Community Park. It's a fun and festive event for the whole family!

Recovery Dharma: Inquiry Meeting

Recovery Dharma: Inquiry Meeting

Wednesday, April 01 2026 6:00pm

Recovery Dharma is a Buddhist inspired, peer-led movement and community, unified by our trust in the potential of each of us to recover and find freedom from the suffering of addiction.

Whisperz Whiskey Wednesdays

Whisperz Whiskey Wednesdays

Wednesday, April 01 2026 6:00pm

Whisperz Speakasy Whiskey Wednesday Specials: 25% off standard whiskey, scotch & bourbon pours and cocktails all night on Wednesday from open til close, 4p til 11pm alongside fabulous live music!

DH4 #1655 April Fools Full Moon Hash (Run/Walk)

DH4 #1655 April Fools Full Moon Hash (Run/Walk)

Wednesday, April 01 2026 6:30pm

This is a fun run or walk where you will follow a trail of flour not knowing exactly where it will lead. Trail length ~3.5 miles. One or more beer/water stops along the way!

Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Miamisburg

Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Miamisburg

Wednesday, April 01 2026 7:00pm

Join us in downtown Miamisburg for Live Trivia in every Wednesday 7pm to 10pm!

Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Huber Heights

Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Huber Heights

Wednesday, April 01 2026 7:00pm

Join us for Live Trivia at Chumps in Huber Heights every Wednesday 7pm to 10pm!

Trivia Wednesdays - Attack on Titan

Trivia Wednesdays - Attack on Titan

Wednesday, April 01 2026 7:00pm

Attack on Titan Trivia at On Par Entertainment on April 1st at 7PM! Free to play, prizes for winners. 21+ at 8:30 or once trivia ends.

FREE Live Music from Mike Wade Trio

FREE Live Music from Mike Wade Trio

Wednesday, April 01 2026 7:00pm

Mike Wade Trio joins us Wednesday, March 4th, from 7-10 pm for an exhilarating performance of jazz favorites alongside our Wednesday weekly whiskey specials!

Suffs

Suffs

Wednesday, April 01 2026 7:30pm

Behind every powerful woman… are more powerful women! Dayton Live presents Suffs at the Schuster Center as Dayton as part of the Broadway Series.

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