Community Events around Dayton
Community events, charity events, fundraisers and more in the Dayton area
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Community Events in Dayton
Yellow Springs Thanksgiving Weekend
Friday, November 27 2026
Dance away your black Friday blues at the best Wine Tasting & Dance Party with DJ Radio Basim. Thanksgiving weekend, Friday November 27th from 6:30 to 10:00 pm. A family friend get down where funk, R&B and soul creates magic
Create a Quilt Square, Then Sew It to Your Sweatshirt
Saturday, November 28 2026
**Special price for the first class!! We are hosting a fun afternoon of quilting and creative upcycling; either buy yourself an oversized sweatshirt or grab that favorite worn-out one from the closet.
Love Actually In Concert
Saturday, November 28 2026
Fall in love with the holidays all over again at LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT coming to the Victoria Theatre November 28, 2026!
Letters to Santa
Tuesday, December 01 2026
From December 1–15, children are invited to drop their letters to Santa in his special mailbox located in the Civic Center lobby.
Annual Holiday Investors Party
Wednesday, December 02 2026
Join GDREIA for our annual holiday party! Fun, food, awards and a great community looking to include YOU!
2026 Dayton Holiday Festival Grande Illumination
Friday, December 04 2026
The Grande Illumination Dayton Holiday Festival traditional tree lighting and Dayton Children's Parade Spectacular in Lights - December 4
Gingerbread House Decorating Contest
Friday, December 04 2026
Join Us for a Gingerbread House Decorating Party!
A Rosewood Holiday Arts Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026
The Rosewood Holiday Sale is back this December to help you get creative with your holiday shopping and discover all that Rosewood Arts Center has to offer.
Eaton Boosters Annual Holiday Craft Show & Music Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026
3 gyms with over 75 vendors. Musical performances throughout the day. Concession, bake sale, raffle, silent auction.
Holiday Bazaar at Carroll High School
Saturday, December 05 2026
Carroll's Annual Bazaar will take place on Saturday, December 5th, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We have over 100 vendors in two gyms with handmade items, popular direct sales, food vendors and Santa Claus too! Free admission.
Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting City of West Carrollton
Saturday, December 05 2026
Celebrate the season with horse-drawn wagon rides, a festive Luminary Walk around the Civic Center, WCHS choir and orchestra performances, letters to Santa, free photos with Santa, and a magical tree-lighting ceremony.
2026 Holiday Gala & Annual Business Awards
Wednesday, December 09 2026
Celebrate 2026 with the Huber Heights business community! Enjoy cocktails, dinner, live entertainment, networking and the Annual Business Awards at the beautiful Bicentennial Barn. Members, non-members and guests are welcome!
Holly Days at the Arcade Presented by AES Ohio
Wednesday, December 09 2026
Find unique gifts, support small businesses, and celebrate the season in the heart of downtown Dayton.
Holiday Pottery Sale
Friday, December 11 2026
Join us for John Bryan Community Pottery’s Annual Holiday Sale! Now running all weekend long, our annual holiday sale hosts a vast array of styles from our diverse group of studio member potters
Pink Sherbert Service Dog Graduation | 4 Paws for Ability
Friday, December 11 2026
Congratulations to our newest service dog teams! We'd love to have you join us on Friday, December 11th, at 3pm EST to celebrate these new teams. Come to hear families share their stories and learn more about 4 Paws.
NextGen Youth Innovation Expo
Saturday, December 12 2026
Got a Big Idea? Show It Off at the NextGen Innovation Expo! Are you a young entrepreneur, inventor, artist, maker, baker, or future thinker? We want to see what you’ve got! Registration is free for youth!
Hand Embroidery of The Month: Perfect for Beginners - Intro Class
Saturday, December 26 2026
Ready to start your embroidery journey? The Hand Embroidery of the Month: Perfect for Beginners class is waiting! Book your spot now!
Noon Year's Eve Celebration City of West Carrollton
Thursday, December 31 2026
Join us for a Noon Year’s Eve Celebration designed just for kids, complete with a balloon drop at noon and a full lineup of fun, hands-on activities.
i9 Sports Late Fall/Winter Basketball & Volleyball
Saturday, January 09 2027
Late Fall & Winter Basketball and Volleyball are 6-week programs starting in October. Games every Saturday! No tryouts, no experience needed, and everyone is welcome.
Community Photography Critique Night
Thursday, January 14 2027
To build community and foster the sharing of ideas, The Contemporary Dayton offers a Community Photography Critique Night for photographers of all levels.
Amber Autry: Happy Holler Tour
Saturday, March 20 2027
Nashville-based stand-up comedian Amber Autry is coming to Dayton on Saturday, March 20. Come see her live at the Victoria Theatre!
Eaa Chapter 48 Funday Sunday Fly-In
Sunday, May 02 2027
🛩️ Fly in or drive in and hang out at the longest-running, continuous location EAA fly-in the world!
