Downtown Dayton Events Calendar
Events in Downtown Dayton, including Theater, Festivals, Art Exhibits, Live Music, Concerts and more.
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2nd Street Market
Friday, July 26 2024
Reminiscent of European markets, 2nd Street Market is alive with local growers, bakers, culinary specialists, artisans, people, and activity during market hours.
Captivating Clay: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics from the Horvitz Collection
Friday, July 26 2024
Special Exhibition at the Dayton Art Institute April 13–September 22, 2024, Gallery 106 Captivating Clay: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics from the Horvitz Collection
Dayton Celtic Festival
Friday, July 26 2024
The Dayton Celtic Festival will be back at Riverscape in downtown Dayton July 26 - July 28, 2024. FREE Admission!
Dayton Dragons Baseball 2024
Friday, July 26 2024
Watch the Dayton Dragons Professional Baseball Team at Day Air Ballpark (formerly Fifth Third Field) in Downtown Dayton.
Daytons Silent Disco
Friday, July 26 2024
Celebrate with us under the big tent at your favorite dance party in Dayton! Daytons Silent Disco takes place on the last Friday of every month.
Dwyer dancers performing with Dulahan
Friday, July 26 2024
Join us at Celtic Fest to see the wonderful tradition of live music and dance with Dayton's own Dulahan and our dancers taking the stage for a few tunes.
Half Price Happy Hour at The Trolley Stop
Friday, July 26 2024
Enjoy Half Price Appetizers* (dine-in only), $3 Cocktails from 4-7p, 6 Days a Week. Titos Tuesday Vodka Drinks $4, Wine Down Wednesday $4 Glasses of wine!
Hand-Colored Photographs
Friday, July 26 2024
Exhibit at the Dayton Art Institute: Hand-Colored Photographs March 23–September 22, 2024, James M. Cox Gallery, Gallery 118
Kyle Kemper And Nick Taylor at Wiley's Comedy
Friday, July 26 2024
Kyle is best known for his self deprecating humor and energetic crowd work. Nick Taylor is a rising comedian from our very own Dayton, OH! Kyle Kemper and Nick Taylor are co hosts of the Shoutout Podcast.
Lunch Specials at The Trolley Stop
Friday, July 26 2024
Ditch the boring desk lunch and head over to The Trolley Stop for the tastiest daily lunch specials in downtown Dayton - Monday thru Friday.
Out on 5th - downtown Dayton
Friday, July 26 2024
Shop, dine and relax! Out on 5th is the closure of Fifth Street in the Oregon District of downtown Dayton to vehicular traffic on weekends. Photo credit @mikebeerbower
Riveting: Women Artists from the Sara M. and Michelle Vance Waddell Collection
Friday, July 26 2024
Riveting: Women Artists from the Sara M. and Michelle Vance Waddell Collection will be on view at the Dayton Art Institute from June 22 through September 8.
The Quiet World of Edward Hopper
Friday, July 26 2024
Few artists have been able to convey a distinct vision of the world as directly as Edward Hopper (American, 1882–1967). Focus Exhibition "The Quiet World of Edward Hopper" will be on view June 15–September 8, 2024
Brunch at The Trolley Stop
Saturday, July 27 2024
Savor Brunch and our Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar Saturday & Sunday 11a - 2p. (Carry Out cocktails permitted!)
Dwyer Irish Dance performing at the Dayton Celtic Festival
Saturday, July 27 2024
We will be entertaining crowds on the Emerald Isle stage with non-stop amazing Irish music and dance!
Live Music at The Trolley Stop
Saturday, July 27 2024
Enjoy a variety of live music at Trolley Stop in Downtown Dayton's Historic Oregon District.
Yellow Cab Food Truck Rally 2024 Season
Saturday, July 27 2024
Join us for food truck festivals at the Yellow Cab Tavern in downtown Dayton March through October.
Wiley's Sunday Comics
Sunday, July 28 2024
The best weekend entertainment in Dayton with a mix of comedy from 1st timers, to rising stars working on new jokes, & a pro headliner closing.
Boot Camp with The Unit
Monday, July 29 2024
Join The Unit Mondays and Wednesdays from May thru October for an exciting boot camp workout at Riverscape, downtown Dayton
Celebrate National Lasagne Day July 29th at Spaghetti Warehouse
Monday, July 29 2024
Enjoy a BUY ONE Lasagna at regular menu price and GET ONE HALF OFF, with choice of soup or salad and warm sourdough bread. Dine In Only. Valid only on Monday, July 29, 2023.
Crime Scene Crack Up: Mystery Dinner Theater show at Spaghetti Warehouse
Monday, July 29 2024
Enjoy a delicious Spaghetti Warehouse Mystery Theater dinner! We're serving a crisp green salad, fresh warm bread, choice of special select entrees, dessert, soft drinks, and a live interactive comedy mystery show!!
$6.50 Movie Day at The Neon
Tuesday, July 30 2024
Tuesday at the Neon in Downtown Dayton movies are just $6.50
CURIO at Courthouse Square
Tuesday, July 30 2024
FREE Entertainment throughout the summer months on Courthouse Square in downtown Dayton with CURIO! (formerly known as “The Square Is Where)
Tuesday Nights in the Park at Riverscape
Tuesday, July 30 2024
Who says fun is only meant for the weekends? Join us downtown at Riverscape for Tuesday Nights in the Park! Enjoy food, cornhole tournaments, music bingo, local musicians and more.
Toastmasters - Downtown Morning Toasters
Wednesday, July 31 2024
Improve your public speaking skills and network with influential, active Dayton business people.
John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band (J2B2) Concert
Thursday, August 01 2024
Join us at Levitt Pavilion Dayton showcasing John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band from 7-9 pm.
Levitt Dayton 2024 Concert Season
Thursday, August 01 2024
Live music returns to downtown Dayton -The 2024 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion has been officially announced.
