Events in Dayton Ohio

Today is May 14, 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

Kiln It

Kiln It

Thursday, May 14 2026 10:00am

The Art of the Cup Exhibition at the Rosewood Arts Center Community Gallery

Nathaniel Foley x Mina Kim

Nathaniel Foley x Mina Kim

Thursday, May 14 2026 10:00am

Solo Exhibitions at Rosewood Arts Center

The Wedding Singer: The Musical

The Wedding Singer: The Musical

Thursday, May 14 2026 10:30am

Based on the film starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, The Wedding Singer celebrates all the fun, love, and ridiculousness of the 80’s.

#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!

#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!

Thursday, May 14 2026 11:00am

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

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

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

Thursday, May 14 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.

Tony Foster, Exploring Time: A Painter’s Perspective

Tony Foster, Exploring Time: A Painter’s Perspective

Thursday, May 14 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

Thursday, May 14 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

Thursday, May 14 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

Thursday, May 14 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: Teresa Olavarria: Lichen

Member's Spotlight Exhibition: Teresa Olavarria: Lichen

Thursday, May 14 2026 11:00am

Dayton-based artist Teresa Olavarria translates these ephemeral organisms into enduring materials, using vitreous enamel on copper and patinated cast bronze to echo their textures and colors.

Art Lunch at Rosewood Arts Center

Art Lunch at Rosewood Arts Center

Thursday, May 14 2026 12:00pm

Art Lunch at Rosewood Arts Center - every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month!

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

Thursday, May 14 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!

Thursday, May 14 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!

Collage Night

Collage Night

Thursday, May 14 2026 5:00pm

Come get creative in a relaxed gallery setting. No experience necessary. Free for Members of The Contemporary Dayton, $10 at the door for non-Members.

Jazz & Beyond at Dayton Art Institute

Jazz & Beyond at Dayton Art Institute

Thursday, May 14 2026 5:30pm

Jazz & Beyond 🎷series is back in 2026 with a seven-show season at the Dayton Art Institute 🎶

The Wedding Singer: The Musical

The Wedding Singer: The Musical

Thursday, May 14 2026 5:30pm

Based on the film starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, The Wedding Singer celebrates all the fun, love, and ridiculousness of the 80’s.

Bourbon & Bags - Hospice & Homecare Fundraiser

Bourbon & Bags - Hospice & Homecare Fundraiser

Thursday, May 14 2026 6:00pm

Join us to support a good cause - growing and supporting the home care and hospice field in Ohio! This event will feature amazing raffle prizes and networking on Thursday, May 14th at Miami Valley Sports Bar

Mix and Mingle at The Foundry

Mix and Mingle at The Foundry

Thursday, May 14 2026 6:00pm

Join us on the rooftop for an exclusive Mix & Mingle May 14 from 6-9 pm, featuring premium scotch from Glenfiddich and Balvenie.

Guided Tours

Guided Tours

Thursday, May 14 2026 6:30pm

Join us for a closer look at the exhibition, with fresh insights into the artists currently on view and their work. FREE and open to all.

3 Day Revival

3 Day Revival

Thursday, May 14 2026 6:30pm

3-Night Revival at Peoples Community C.M.E. Church, May 13–15, 2026, 6:30PM nightly. 2525 N. Gettysburg Ave, Dayton. Come be inspired—Fueling the F.I.R.E.! All are welcome!

Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Englewood

Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Englewood

Thursday, May 14 2026 7:00pm

Come to Chumps in Englewood for Live Trivia every Thursday 7pm to 10pm

Thursday Night Kirtan & Prasadam

Thursday Night Kirtan & Prasadam

Thursday, May 14 2026 7:00pm

Put simply, kirtan is the use of call and response singing (using sacred mantras and the names of the Divine) to cultivate love and devotion.

Live Music from Tori Lee Solo at Whisperz Speakeasy

Live Music from Tori Lee Solo at Whisperz Speakeasy

Thursday, May 14 2026 7:00pm

Taking the stage from 7-10pm on Thursday, May 14th, Tori Lee will enchant with an evening of elegantly reimagined hits and a selection of classic tunes alongside our Thursday $10 Martini specials at Whisperz Speakeasy.

Collier Chapel Sessions

Collier Chapel Sessions

Thursday, May 14 2026 7:00pm

5 part concert series featuring a variety of very talented artists. Pre-show party with food trucks, yard games, and music before 2 great artists at each show all In the historic collier chapel!

A Night Of Bigfoot

A Night Of Bigfoot

Thursday, May 14 2026 7:30pm

See why Bigfoot is everyone’s favorite monster with Nat Geo explorer Dr. Mireya Mayor and Army veteran and survival expert Russell Acord at the historic Victoria Theatre stage in downtown Dayton.

Thursday Night Cornhole Tournament at MVSB

Thursday Night Cornhole Tournament at MVSB

Thursday, May 14 2026 7:30pm

EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT 🤑 SIGN UP STARTS AT 6:30PM BAGS FLY 7:00PM $10 per person - 100% payout Bar matches 100% - luck of the draw partners It’s that simple. Are YOU game?🙂‍↕️👀 see you there!

Springfield Extravaganza

Springfield Extravaganza

Friday, May 15 2026 7:00am

The Springfield Antique Show and Flea Market has been a favorite source for thousands of collectors and dealers for over twenty-five years.

Grounds for Discussion, A Leadership Mastermind Series

Grounds for Discussion, A Leadership Mastermind Series

Friday, May 15 2026 8:00am

Grounds for Discussion is the Huber Heights Chamber of Commerce monthly morning leadership mastermind, led by Executive Director Mason Hutton. Please RSVP to help plan for donuts and coffee.

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