Active & Outdoor Events around Dayton
Outdoor events including walks, runs, hiking, biking, fishing, health and fitness and other outdoor-related activities and events around the Dayton area.
Active & Outdoors in Dayton
DH4 #1642 Dice Full Moon 🎲🎲 🌕 (Run/Walk)
Thursday, December 04 2025
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!
Riverscape Ice Skating
Thursday, December 04 2025
Sheltered under the covered pavilion at Riverscape, the regions largest outdoor ice rink is located in Downtown Dayton. ⚠️ BE SURE TO CHECK FOR CLOSURE ALERTS BEFORE YOU GO! ⚠️
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Thursday, December 04 2025
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.
Woodland Lights
Thursday, December 04 2025
Walk the path to holiday fun at Woodland Lights - a half-mile wonderland of holiday lights, displays, and festivities! November 21-December 30, 2025
First Friday: December - Holiday Fun Edition
Friday, December 05 2025
The holiday season is officially underway and you can celebrate the most wonderful time of the year during December First Friday!
Mommy and Me Yoga at The Well
Friday, December 05 2025
All ages welcome, all levels welcome. Come get in a laid back work out with some relaxation while your little one has fun beside you! Socialize with other parents after!
Social Vintage Dance Lessons Friday Nights
Friday, December 05 2025
We socially dance many types of historical and modern dances. Our emphasis is typically on having fun with partnered social dances, but we also do set dances, circle dances, line dances, and solo dance as well.
Aullwood Winter Luminary Walk - canceled
Saturday, December 06 2025
Get ready for the holidays with a peaceful winter stroll through the candlelit paths of Aullwood Garden MetroPark. Bring your family and friends for the perfect start to the holiday season. Weather Dependent.
DH4 #1643 Yellow Springs Hash (Run/Walk)
Saturday, December 06 2025
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!
Holiday Festival City of West Carrollton
Saturday, December 06 2025
Celebrate the season on Saturday, December 6, from 4–6 PM at the Civic Center — includes horse-drawn wagon rides, performances by WCHS choir and orchestra groups, a magical tree-lighting ceremony and more — free admission!
The One with Goats & Coffee
Saturday, December 06 2025
Start your weekend with the perfect blend of relaxation and fun at The One with Goats & Coffee! Enjoy a cozy morning on the farm sipping freshly brewed coffee or hot chocolate while spending time with our playful goats.
Adult Stretch
Wednesday, December 10 2025
Adults ages 16 and up are invited to an afternoon session of stretching and more!
Homeschool PE at Dick's House of Sport
Wednesday, December 10 2025
Join us Wednesday’s from 10-11:30 AM for Homeschool PE at Dick’s House of Sport! Students will explore the basics of sports, health, and wellness through fun games, physical activity, and movement.
A Winter Welcome at Wartinger Park
Friday, December 12 2025
Celebrate the holidays at A Winter Welcome at Wartinger Park on Friday, December 12.
Luminary Walk
Friday, December 12 2025
Get ready for the holidays with a peaceful winter stroll through the candlelit paths Wilson Park. Bring your family and friends for the perfect start to the holiday season.
A Holiday Evening at Carriage Hill
Saturday, December 13 2025
Come join us for a candlelit holiday evening at Carriage Hill MetroPark. This event is Weather Dependent.
TGG Goat Yoga - Cozy Christmas Edition
Tuesday, December 16 2025
Kick off the holiday season with a little stretch, a lot of laughter, and the cutest chaos courtesy of our FRIENDS-named goat crew.
Walk To Remember: A Gathering to Remember our Loved Ones
Wednesday, December 17 2025
Walk To Remember: A Gathering to Remember our Loved Ones, 4 p.m.
Winter Solstice Sunrise Celebration at SunWatch Village
Sunday, December 21 2025
Celebrate the Winter Solstice Sunrise at SunWatch Village on December 21 and join in welcoming the return of longer days and brighter skies ☀️❄️
Christmas Eve Skate at Riverscape
Wednesday, December 24 2025
Start a holiday tradition by skating with your friends and family at MetroParks Ice Rink ❄️ Weather dependent ❄️
New Years Eve Skate at RiverScape MetroPark
Wednesday, December 31 2025
Skate your way into the New Year at RiverScape in downtown Dayton! 🎿 11 a.m.-8 p.m. *Weather dependent ❄️
School Days Off at the Washington Township RecPlex
Friday, January 16 2026
Washington Township RecPlex hosts School Days Off programs for ALL kids in grades K-5th.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Skate
Monday, January 19 2026
Celebrate the holiday at MetroParks Ice Rink! ✨ MLK Jr. Day Skate at RiverScape MetroPark 11a-7p ✨Admission includes ice skate rental. No registration required. *Weather dependent
Presidents Day Skate at Riverscape Ice Rink
Monday, February 16 2026
Spend Presidents Day at MetroParks Ice Rink! ⛸️ Weather Dependent.
For the Birds
Saturday, February 28 2026
Did you know February is National Bird Feeding Month? The City of West Carrollton Parks and Recreation is having a family friendly event that is free to everyone!
