Community Events around Dayton

Community events, charity events, fundraisers and more in the Dayton area

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Community Events in Dayton

Art Lunch at Rosewood Arts Center

Thursday, May 14 2026

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

Guided Tours

Thursday, May 14 2026

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.

FREE Live Music from Anthony Saxtone Arrington

Friday, May 15 2026

Taking the stage from 8-11 pm on Friday, May 15th, for the first time at Whisperz Speakeasy - Anthony Saxtone Arrington joins us for a night to remember!

Giggles & Gags! A Variety Show benefiting A Special Wish Foundation

Friday, May 15 2026

Giggles & Gags is a family-friendly variety show at The Brightside featuring comedy, magic, live music, and a silent auction, supporting granting the Special Wishes of local children battling life-threatening illnesses.

Grounds for Discussion, A Leadership Mastermind Series

Friday, May 15 2026

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.

Spring Fest in the Burg

Friday, May 15 2026

Celebrate spring in Miamisburg with 3 days of local art, live music, food trucks, carnival rides & community fun—May 15–17, 2026 at Riverfront Park!

Biergarten

Saturday, May 16 2026

Join us on the third Saturday of every month. Food and drinks will be for sale with rotating specials. Enjoy German music, trivia and a great evening with friends!

Community Carnival Hosted by Cancer's Kryptonite

Saturday, May 16 2026

Join us for a free fun zone, activities, contests, food trucks & local vendors! Helping families battling DIPG by easing the burden of cancer and creating moments they will cherish forever!!

FREE Live Music from The Night Owls

Saturday, May 16 2026

Taking the stage from 8-11 pm on Saturday, May 16th, for the first time at Whisperz Speakeasy - The Night Owls joins us for a night to remember!

PRIDE ROCKS! A suicide prevention program

Saturday, May 16 2026

Pride Rocks! is a suicide prevention program promoting suicide prevention in the LGBTQ+ Community. Enjoy local meals from a food trucks, connect with local providers, check out local vendors and listen to LGBTQ musicians!

Tab-A-PULL-Ooza

Saturday, May 16 2026

Families, organizations, and businesses are invited to drop off the pop/pull tabs you’ve collected all year, weigh them, and see who is named the top pull tab collector!

Touch-A-Truck

Saturday, May 16 2026

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Women's Wine & Chocolate Walk 2026

Saturday, May 16 2026

Wine, chocolate, music, shopping and games - bring your friends to the best ladies day out!

Dayton Masonic Center Centennial Cornerstone Celebration & Open House with Culture Works

Sunday, May 17 2026

The Dayton Masonic Center is celebrating 100 years since the laying of its cornerstone. Join us for a day of music, art, food, and enjoying this remarkable building!

Dayton Vegan Spring Market

Sunday, May 17 2026

Come chill at Dayton Vegan Spring Market for cool eats, fun vibes, and awesome plant-based finds!

FREE Live Music from Classical Guitarist Danny Voris

Tuesday, May 19 2026

Danny is a local musician, performer, and educator of over 40 years who specializes in instrumental solo music and is sure to knock your socks off with his talent!

Come As You Are: Open House at Whisperz Speakeasy

Wednesday, May 20 2026

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!

FREE Live Music from Golden Hour

Wednesday, May 20 2026

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.

Seminar: Protecting Your Estate From Nursing Home Costs

Wednesday, May 20 2026

This session will focus on strategies that may help protect assets while preparing for long-term care needs. Light refreshments will be provided.

Artist Talk: Jamea Richmond-Edwards

Thursday, May 21 2026

Join us for a chat with artist Jamea Richmond-Edwards as she shares her creative journey and art insights. Led by Curator, Heather Jones

FREE Live Music from Doug Hart Solo

Thursday, May 21 2026

Doug Hart takes the Whisperz Speakeasy stage solo Thursday, April 23rd and May 21st from 7-10 pm alongside our Thursday $10 Martini specials when all of our premium, handcrafted martinis are just $10 all night every Thursday!

Memorial Day Weekend at Youngs Dairy

Thursday, May 21 2026

Celebrate Memorial Day with us at Young's Dairy. You show up, we'll supply the fun! May 21st-25th, 2026

Monthly Cinephile Club at Wright Library

Thursday, May 21 2026

Trade your phone screen for the big screen with a watch-and-discuss film each month at Wright Library.

FREE Live Music from Heather & The Swing Set

Friday, May 22 2026

One of our club favorites returning to Whisperz Speakeasy — Heather & The Swing Set. This vocally led jazz ensemble will take the stage for a night of unforgettable live music!

Artist Feedback Forum

Saturday, May 23 2026

To build community and foster the sharing of ideas, The Contemporary Dayton offers an Artist's Feedback Forum for Artist Members. Bring a finished work or a work of art in progress to receive constructive feedback.

Greenwich Village Neighborhood NHAssociation Monthly Meeting

Saturday, May 23 2026

April 18,2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm the Greenwich Village Neighborhood NHAssociation is having their Monthly Meeting. Come and Join Us!!!!!!

Dayton Heritage Day with the Dayton Philharmonic

Sunday, May 24 2026

Held on Memorial Day weekend, Heritage Day at Carillon Historical Park celebrates Dayton's unparalleled history through special activities, costumed interpreters, and more!