Events in Dayton Ohio
Today is May 20, 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
Elisha Frontz, Roxanne Grooms, and Yuji Hiratsuka
Wednesday, May 20 2026 8:00am
The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present Elisha Frontz & Roxanne Grooms in the Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery along with Yuji Hiratsuka in the Works on Paper Gallery.
LTR Wednesday Morning Volunteering at the Farm!
Wednesday, May 20 2026 8:30am
Join us every every Wednesday morning to help around the farm! We need helpings for animal care, garden work, cleaning and much more!
Fairborn Farmers Market
Wednesday, May 20 2026 10:00am
Each Wednesday through October at the corner of Main Street and Grand Avenue in the Fifth-Third Commons.
Hawthorn Hill Tours
Wednesday, May 20 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
Wednesday, May 20 2026 10:00am
Wednesdays and Fridays 10-11:30 AM
Seminar: Protecting Your Estate From Nursing Home Costs
Wednesday, May 20 2026 10:00am
This session will focus on strategies that may help protect assets while preparing for long-term care needs. Light refreshments will be provided.
Kiln It
Wednesday, May 20 2026 10:00am
The Art of the Cup Exhibition at the Rosewood Arts Center Community Gallery
LTR Wednesday Morning Volunteering at the Farm!
Wednesday, May 20 2026 10:30am
Join us every every Wednesday morning to help around the farm! We need helpings for animal care, garden work, cleaning and much more!
On Par—mini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!
Wednesday, May 20 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.
Exploring Feminism
Wednesday, May 20 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
Wednesday, May 20 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.
All the World’s a Stage
Wednesday, May 20 2026 11:00am
Across cultures, the performing arts—drama, dance, music—have entertained and educated, bringing people together in communal spaces to celebrate and question what it means to be human.
Paul Verdell: Tabernacle
Wednesday, May 20 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
Wednesday, May 20 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.
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Wednesday, May 20 2026 11:15am
You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
Hawthorn Hill Tours
Wednesday, May 20 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
Wednesday, May 20 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!
Wednesday, May 20 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!
Loose Ends Giveback Night
Wednesday, May 20 2026 5:00pm
Come in for tasty bites, craft drinks local brews, and an evening of flavor and fun! Great news! 10-15% of your food & drink purchase goes to help those in need in your local community!
Art Escape: Penthouse Escape
Wednesday, May 20 2026 5:30pm
Art Escapes are designed to feel welcoming, social, and a little bit magical. A sunset gathering high above the city featuring European-inspired nibbles and wines, live music from Sandy & Michael Bashaw, and skyline views.
Recovery Dharma: Inquiry Meeting
Wednesday, May 20 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.
Come As You Are: Open House at Whisperz Speakeasy
Wednesday, May 20 2026 6:00pm
Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month for our Come As You Are Open House! No dress code, free live music, delectable small plated, delicious handcrafted cocktails & mocktails, specialty teas, coffees, desserts, and more!
Whisperz Whiskey Wednesdays
Wednesday, May 20 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!
Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Miamisburg
Wednesday, May 20 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
Wednesday, May 20 2026 7:00pm
Join us for Live Trivia at Chumps in Huber Heights every Wednesday 7pm to 10pm!
FREE Live Music from Golden Hour
Wednesday, May 20 2026 7:00pm
Taking the stage from 7-10 pm on Wednesday, May 20th, for the first time at Whisperz Speakeasy - Golden Hour joins us for a night to remember! Golden Hour is a relaxing performance with stellar musicianship and sultry vocals.
Garden Bros Circus
Thursday, May 21 2026
GARDEN BROS CIRCUS ~ World's Largest Circus Under the World's Largest Big Top ~ A Family Tradition for Over 100 Years!
