Get Creative! Classes & Workshops around Dayton
Art class, music and dancing lessons, sewing classes, cooking classes, and more. Discover your creative side and be inspired!
Classes & Creative in Dayton
Open Studio Sessions
Thursday, December 04 2025
Come get creative in a relaxed, welcome space–no experience necessary! We’ll provide materials, or feel free to bring your own. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just looking to unwind and try something new.
Thursday Night Kirtan & Prasadam
Thursday, December 04 2025
Put simply, kirtan is the use of call and response singing (using sacred mantras and the names of the Divine) to cultivate love and devotion.
First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street
Friday, December 05 2025
Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios
Gingerbread House Decorating Contest
Friday, December 05 2025
Join Us for a Gingerbread House Decorating Party! This is a free event but does require registration as there is limited space.
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.
Family Open Studio at the Dayton Art Institute
Saturday, December 06 2025
Open-ended creativity and art making in the Lange Family Experience Center Classroom on Saturday afternoons!
Victorian Afternoon Teas at Patterson Homestead
Saturday, December 06 2025
Join us for an authentic three course tea service by costumed interpreters and learn about the Patterson family. Advance Registration Required.
2025 Winter Mystical Market
Sunday, December 07 2025
Step into a world of enchantment and winter bad-assery at the Temple’s 2025 Winter Mystical Market and Fundraiser!
(Two Kinds of) Kitties Ornament Making
Saturday, December 13 2025
This is a double variety kitty ornament making! Kitties as in... lady bits kitties (vulvas for days …rawr!) and feline kitties (mee-owwww).
Christmas on the Farm
Saturday, December 13 2025
Enjoy a Victorian Christmas at Carriage Hill Farm & MetroPark.
Dayton Art Institute Community Workshop: Sacred Circles: A Mandala Workshop
Saturday, December 13 2025
Participants will explore the ancient and symbolic art of mandala making.
Photowalk
Saturday, December 13 2025
Explore downtown Dayton through your lens, using anything from a camera phone to a box camera, and anything in between. Join fellow artists and photography enthusiasts for a guided walk inspired by Xaviera Simmons.
Rosary Prayer Circle
Saturday, December 13 2025
This is the TRG’s take on the Way of the Rose Circle, as outlined by Clark & Perdita Finn.
Sound Spirit & Body Community (Monthly Gathering)
Tuesday, December 16 2025
When we sit in circle with our fellow humans and allow ourselves to embrace community, we feel the power of human connection. We all heal when we come together.
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.
Glass Suncatcher- December
Friday, December 19 2025
Join Jonelle from Le Petite Pomme Glassworks to create a stained-glass sun-catcher to display in your home.
Winter Solstice: Ritual Ceremony & Craft TEA PARTY
Saturday, December 20 2025
Join us inside the Temple walls for a winter celebration!
Noon Year's Eve 2026
Wednesday, December 31 2025
Ring in the New Year 2026 with us-kid friendly style!
Collectibles shopping Spree show. Fairfield Commons Mall Beavercreek,oh
Saturday, January 10 2026
Get ready! Collectibles Shopping Spree Show! At the Fairfield Commons Mall in BeaverCreek, Oh. 1st floor near Buckle. Near BJ's,and Tokyo Grill main Entrance! Great dealers!
Neurographic Water Color Experience
Wednesday, January 14 2026
Join us for a relaxing and creative evening at the Neurographic Watercolor Experience, led by talented local artist Matthew Burgy.
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.
Dayton Journalism Summit
Thursday, January 22 2026
The Journalism Lab is excited to announce a two-day community journalism summit in Dayton on Thurs, January 22, and Friday, January 23, 2026. Join us for two days of workshops and panel discussions at the downtown library.
Sweet Creations: Valentine Cookie Decorating Class
Wednesday, February 11 2026
Join us for a sweet and creative evening just in time for Valentine’s Day!
Buckeye Wedding Expo and Bridal Show at the Dayton Arcade
Saturday, February 21 2026
Educational, informational, but best of all it's an entertaining experience for anyone planning a wedding. Meet local vendors, and get inspiration for your big day. you'll find everything you need to plan your dream wedding.
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!
