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
A Place for You Park Open House
Thursday, August 06 2026
A Place for You Pack a picnic and spend a relaxing summer evening in the park with your family. Enjoy quality time together discovering all that your Five Rivers MetroParks has to offer.
Cowvins Corny Corn Maze Youngs Dairy
Thursday, August 06 2026
Cowvin, the baby of the Cow Family, has created a fun maze at Young's Jersey Dairy – come see if you can conquer it! August 2nd – November 2nd, 2025 from 11am-6pm
First Thursday Street Fair City of West Carrollton
Thursday, August 06 2026
Join us in West Carrollton for our First Thursday Street Fair, a summer series featuring live music, food vendors, local makers, community organizations, and family-friendly activities.
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Thursday, August 06 2026
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.
32nd Annual Chamber Golf Outing
Friday, August 07 2026
Tee off with THE Huber Heights Chamber's 32nd Annual Golf Outing on August 7 at Sugar Isle Golf Course. Enjoy golf, networking, breakfast, lunch, prizes, and fun! Connect, Grow, & Thrive
First Friday: August - Art in the City Edition
Friday, August 07 2026
Celebrate August! The arts and creativity take center stage this month at First Friday in Downtown Dayton.
Friday Night Biergarten at Edelweiss German Club
Friday, August 07 2026
You are cordially invited to The German Club Edelweiss for our Friday Night Biergarten! This summer event is held at our outdoor shelter from 6pm to 10 pm. Gates open at 5:30pm.
Melody 49 Drive-In Movies
Friday, August 07 2026
🎬🍿 Melody 49 Drive-In movie theater on two outdoor screens each weekend
Putterpalooza in Downtown Tipp City
Friday, August 07 2026
Explore downtown like never before at PutterPalooza! Play mini golf through local businesses, enjoy a hot dog, a free snow cone with registration, and live music.
Social Vintage Dance Lessons Friday Nights
Friday, August 07 2026
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.
2026 Annual Summer Smash Memorial Volleyball Tournament for Pat Clift
Saturday, August 08 2026
JOIN US FOR A FUNDRAISER SAND VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT SAT 8/8/2026 at Setters Volleyball Club! All proceeds are donated to Dayton Children’s Hospital in Pat Clift's memory. Awesome raffles, DJ and food truck - join us!
Foam Frenzy
Saturday, August 08 2026
Foam Frenzy is a free, family-friendly event and a favorite summer tradition in West Carrollton. Bring your friends, enjoy the music, and join us for an afternoon of bubbly fun in the park.
Greene County Morning Miler Bicycle Rides
Saturday, August 08 2026
Join the Trail Sentinels for a fast morning ride! Riders meet at 8:30 am and finish around 11 am. Morning Milers are not for beginners and average 25-35 miles at 14-16 MPH.
Madison Park Live - Summer Concert Series
Saturday, August 08 2026
We are THRILLED to announce the return of Madison Park Live — your favorite summer concert series is back and this year's lineup is giving everything it needs to give. Sponsored by the RTA, Renewal By Andersen & Altafiber
Pony Rides at Carriage Hill Farm
Saturday, August 08 2026
Hand-led pony rides at Carriage Hill MetroPark June through October. Don't forget your camera!
St. Leonard BoomerFest 2026
Saturday, August 08 2026
BoomerFest at St. Leonard is a free, all-day community festival inspired by the Baby Boomer era, featuring live music, food trucks, local craft beers and cocktails, and a free kids’ area. Music starts at 12:15 PM!
StreetBeats Community Daze
Saturday, August 08 2026
All are welcome to the 2nd annual block party at DCDC Studios. Food, Fun games, shopping, dancing, and giveaways of bookbags filled with school supplies, there is something for everyone. Open to the public.
The Grazing Ground Market
Saturday, August 08 2026
The one with fresh eggs, homemade gluten-free goodies, farm gifts, and goats who fully expect snacks and attention.
Village Artisans presents Art on the Lawn
Saturday, August 08 2026
2026 Annual Art on the Lawn 🎨 100+ original fine artists and fine crafters, Live music and food vendors
Scottish Country Dance Lessons
Tuesday, August 11 2026
Come learn the reels, jigs, and strathspeys of Scotland in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. No experience or partner are required. All you need are comfortable, soft-soled shoes.
LTR Wednesday Morning Volunteering at the Farm!
Wednesday, August 12 2026
Join us every every Wednesday morning to help around the farm! We need helpings for animal care, garden work, cleaning and much more!
Family Adventure Movie Night City of West Carrollton
Friday, August 14 2026
Bring the family to Wilson Park for a relaxing summer evening under the stars featuring games, free popcorn, and a family-friendly movie.
Learn to Row at Dayton Boat Club
Friday, August 14 2026
Come learn to row like an Olympian. We'll teach you the basics; then you can join the team; build technique, strength and speed; and compete in regional regattas.
Greene County Night Bicycle Rides
Saturday, August 15 2026
Join the Trail Sentinels for an evening bicycle ride along the County's bike trails! Rides leave from the Xenia Station bike hub at 7 pm and return between 9 pm and 9:45 pm 🚴🌙
The One with Goats & Little Makers
Saturday, August 15 2026
Little hands, big creativity, and a few four-legged friends 💚 Join us for a playful, hands-on craft experience where kids create, explore, and enjoy time with our friendly goats at The Grazing Ground.
Confetti Concert Finale Featuring The Karate Girls Band City of West Carrollton
Thursday, August 20 2026
The Karate Girls Band takes the stage from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., with everyone's favorite confetti fun during the concert.
