Events in Dayton Ohio

Today is April 4, 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

Easter Bunny Express

Easter Bunny Express

Saturday, April 04 2026

Hop aboard LM&M Railroad's Easter Bunny Express! Enjoy your ride and Hoppy Easter! ADVANCED RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT - March 28, 29 - April 3, 4, 2026 Ages: All Ages

Rosary Prayer Circle

Rosary Prayer Circle

Saturday, April 04 2026

This is the TRG’s take on the Way of the Rose Circle, as outlined by Clark & Perdita Finn.

2nd Street Market

2nd Street Market

Saturday, April 04 2026 9:00am

Reminiscent of European markets, 2nd Street Market is alive with local growers, bakers, culinary specialists, artisans, people, and activity during market hours.

Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt

Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, April 04 2026 9:00am

Join us for an egg themed scavenger hunt throughout Springboro! Follow clues to find egg signs & win prizes!

2026 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition

2026 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition

Saturday, April 04 2026 9:00am

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

Riverside Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt

Riverside Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 04 2026 9:45am

47th annual Riverside Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4 - 10am, arrive by 9.45. Bring your own Easter Basket!

Hawthorn Hill Tours

Hawthorn Hill Tours

Saturday, April 04 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.

Bunny Brunch

Bunny Brunch

Saturday, April 04 2026 10:00am

Hop on down to the RecPlex and get some delicious brunch with The Bunny!

Dick's House of Sport Easter Egg Hunt

Dick's House of Sport Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 04 2026 10:00am

Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt!

Small Business Saturday Pop-up Shops

Small Business Saturday Pop-up Shops

Saturday, April 04 2026 10:00am

Come be part of the Small Business Saturday Pop-up Shops, happening once a month on Saturdays from 10 AM–12 PM, December 2025 through April 2026! Each event features a variety of local vendors offering unique products!

Whitney Sage X Nicholas Hill Exhibitions

Whitney Sage X Nicholas Hill Exhibitions

Saturday, April 04 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

Saturday, April 04 2026 10:00am

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

Montgomery County Sheriffs Office Easter Egg Hunt

Montgomery County Sheriffs Office Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 04 2026 10:30am

Join the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office for an Easter Egg Hunt, rain or shine, on March 24, 2018 at 11:00AM. Bring your easter egg basket and come join the fun!

Vandalia Easter Eggstravaganza

Vandalia Easter Eggstravaganza

Saturday, April 04 2026 11:00am

🐣🌼 Hop into spring at the Vandalia Easter Eggstravaganza! We will have egg hunts, baby goat petting zoo, arts & crafts, face painting, vendors, games & activities, food trucks, Easter bunny photo area and more!

HVO Easter EGGstravaganza

HVO Easter EGGstravaganza

Saturday, April 04 2026 11:00am

Bring your little bunnies and chicks and Hop Into Spring at the HVO annual Easter Egg Hunt!

Museums on Us at the Dayton Art Institute

Museums on Us at the Dayton Art Institute

Saturday, April 04 2026 11:00am

The Dayton Art Institute continues its participation in the Bank of America Museums on Us® program. Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders get free general admission during the first full weekend of each month.

First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street

First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street

Saturday, April 04 2026 11:00am

Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios

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

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

Saturday, April 04 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.

Front Street Saturdays

Front Street Saturdays

Saturday, April 04 2026 11:00am

Front Street is OPEN EVERY SATURDAY!!! Boutiques, workshops, & studios are open across campus EVERY SATURDAY 11A-4P!

Engaged: Rings from around the World

Engaged: Rings from around the World

Saturday, April 04 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

Saturday, April 04 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

Saturday, April 04 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

Saturday, April 04 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

Saturday, April 04 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.

Yeck Artist in Residence Community Workshops at Dayton Art Institute

Yeck Artist in Residence Community Workshops at Dayton Art Institute

Saturday, April 04 2026 11:00am

Our artist-led, two-day workshops are designed to make community connections between our guests, local artists and The Dayton Art Institute through conversation and art making. Select a session option and register early!

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

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

Saturday, April 04 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

Saturday Morning Community Tour

Saturday Morning Community Tour

Saturday, April 04 2026 11:30am

This guided tour of the permanent galleries invites you to explore artworks through unexpected perspectives that connect art, culture and the world around us.

#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!

#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!

Saturday, April 04 2026 12:00pm

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

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