Dog Friendly Events around Dayton
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Dog Friendly in Dayton
First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street
Friday, October 02 2026
Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios
Front Street Saturdays
Saturday, October 03 2026
Front Street is OPEN EVERY SATURDAY!!! Boutiques, workshops, & studios are open across campus EVERY SATURDAY 11A-4P!
Oakwood Farmers Market
Saturday, October 03 2026
The Oakwood Farmers’ Market is located in downtown Oakwood and operates rain or shine from 9am - Noon Saturdays in the Summer.
Plein Air at the Street Fair
Saturday, October 03 2026
Join us on October 3, 2026, for a day of Plein Air at the Street Fair with food trucks, vendor booths, & music. The adult plein air requires registration for participation. The children's plein air is Free!
Run For Your Life Series - Flag Football Style 5K & 10K
Saturday, October 03 2026
Survive a flag football-style zombie apocalypse race! Choose a 5K or 10K, protect your flags from zombies and complete a different mission each week.
Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience
Saturday, October 03 2026
With over 14,000 visitors every year, the Outdoor Experience is one of the largest festivals celebrating the outdoor lifestyle in the Midwest!
HALO-Weenie & Hotdogs Fundraiser to support Dogs in need
Sunday, October 11 2026
A pet costume and talent contest on October 11 benefiting HALO K9 Rescue. Ribbons and Prizes to the winners in each category. Top prize of Free Years worth of pet grooming. Raffles, giveaways, Hot Dogs from Dogs for Dogs
Hound Hike
Sunday, October 18 2026
Join us for a self-guided hike through the trails of Bill Yeck Park, complete with sniff-stops along the way.
Monster Mash City of West Carrollton
Thursday, October 22 2026
Get ready for a frightfully fun evening at West Carrollton's annual Monster Mash on Thursday, October 22nd, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Fall Fest & Wild Races
Saturday, October 24 2026
Wild races, fall fun and family-friendly activities! Enjoy camel, ostrich and wiener dog races, a Mini Highland Cow Petting Zoo, Track or Treat, food trucks, live entertainment and more. Saturday, October 24 | 4PM–8PM.
Taco & Nacho Fest **NEW DATE**
Saturday, October 24 2026
Taco & Nacho Fest- Nacho Typical Food Fest - returns to Austin Landing October 24 with food, music, kids activities and fireworks! New date to be announced next week.
Hometown Holiday 2026
Saturday, November 14 2026
Everyone is invited to help us honor our veterans and kick off the holidays. Santa arrives at 2pm. Lighting of the holiday tree at 6pm. Many vendors and food trucks for you to enjoy. We hope you will come and enjoy.
Pet Afflaire Gala
Saturday, November 14 2026
Humane Society of Greater Dayton: Join us for the 35th Annual Pet Afflaire Gala as we transport you to the rolling hills, vineyards, and timeless charm during “Tails in Tuscany.”
Christkindl Market at Front Street
Saturday, November 28 2026
Shop small and local this holiday season! On Small Business Saturday, bring your friends and family to Front Street’s 7th Annual Christkindl Market! Dress up for FREE selfies with Santa!
