Downtown Dayton Events Calendar
Events in Downtown Dayton, including Theater, Festivals, Art Exhibits, Live Music, Concerts and more.
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$6.50 Movie Day at The Neon
Tuesday, October 22 2024
Tuesday at the Neon in Downtown Dayton movies are just $6.50
Brain Health Collective Fall Resource Fair
Tuesday, October 22 2024
Have you or a loved one ever experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion; please join us at the Fall Resource Fair to learn and connect with resources to support your brain health.
Fright Night Social @ Two Social
Tuesday, October 22 2024
Step into our Fright Night Social Halloween pop up, where spooky vibes meet eerie decor! Enjoy themed cocktails, fun events, and a chilling atmosphere all October long!
Half Price Happy Hour at The Trolley Stop
Tuesday, October 22 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!
Lunch Specials at The Trolley Stop
Tuesday, October 22 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.
Tuesday Nights in the Park at Riverscape
Tuesday, October 22 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.
Curtis Mann: Precious Blood
Wednesday, October 23 2024
Dayton native, Curtis Mann, returns home to present an experimental new body of work inspired by reflections on his childhood.
Sean Wilkinson: Flora
Wednesday, October 23 2024
Wilkinson’s ongoing series of photographs, Flora (2020-2024) are the artist’s response to the exuberant vitality of plants, their thrusting and thriving, their boundless energy and raw power, their elegance and grace.
Toastmasters - Downtown Morning Toasters
Wednesday, October 23 2024
Improve your public speaking skills and network with influential, active Dayton business people.
Cult Movie Nights presents Happy Halloween Movie Nights
Thursday, October 24 2024
Cult Movie Night celebrates a year anniversary this October at The Neon with two Halloween horror films! Trick R’ Treat and Halloween 3: Season of the Witch
2nd Street Market
Friday, October 25 2024
Reminiscent of European markets, 2nd Street Market is alive with local growers, bakers, culinary specialists, artisans, people, and activity during market hours.
Boo & Brew at Water Street District
Friday, October 25 2024
Water Street District, Dayton OH-Grab your ghouls and join us for a Halloween-themed bar crawl
Brewster at The Schuster
Friday, October 25 2024
Join us in the Schuster Center Wintergarden to celebrate beers from Miami Valley's premier breweries.
Photographer's Talk - Video Screening
Friday, October 25 2024
“Images from Storytellers" is part of the 2024 FotoFocus Biennial: backstories.
Vintage Dance Lessons Every Friday Night
Friday, October 25 2024
At Dayton Vintage Dance, we socially dance many types of historical and modern dances.
Brunch at The Trolley Stop
Saturday, October 26 2024
Savor Brunch and our Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar Saturday & Sunday 11a - 2p. (Carry Out cocktails permitted!)
Don’t Stop Believin’: The Music of Journey
Saturday, October 26 2024
The DPO Rockin' Orchestra presents the music of JOURNEY on Saturday, October 26 at the Schuster Center.
Hauntfest on Fifth 2024
Saturday, October 26 2024
HAUNTFEST, Dayton's biggest Halloween party is happening Saturday, October 26th!
John Lauer: Demon Heads
Saturday, October 26 2024
Drawing on fantasy, queer culture, and architecture, Lauer creates demon heads out of paper.
Remember The Time
Saturday, October 26 2024
DCDC captivates with three dynamic works: a vivid portrait of "home," a powerful homage to the Great Migration, and a celebration of Duke Ellington's swing era, all set within Dayton's historic Victoria Theatre.
2nd Street Market - Trick or Treat
Sunday, October 27 2024
Visitor our vendors for treats and wear a costume as we celebrate Halloween at 2nd Street Market!
Fall Wein Tasting & Food Pairing
Sunday, October 27 2024
Join us for our Fall Wein Tasting & Food Pairing, on Sun, Oct 27, at 1:30 pm, Doors open at 1:00 pm.
Skinner Pipe Organ Performances
Sunday, October 27 2024
Hear the museum's historic Skinner pipe organ, in the newly renovated Mimi & Stuart Rose Auditorium! Please check for cancelations before you visit
Spooky Tours at the DAI
Sunday, October 27 2024
All the chills and thrills this season with Halloween on the Hill at the Dayton Art Institute. Which spooky tour are you making part of your spooktacular celebration?
Trolley Stop Trivia Night
Monday, October 28 2024
Compete for prizes, show off your smarts, have fun, and challenge your friends while enjoying adult beverages and fabulous food!
Serial Killers With Dr. Scott Bonn
Tuesday, October 29 2024
Spend a deliciously chilling evening with renowned criminologist and serial killer expert, Dr. Scott Bonn, as he takes you inside the minds of the world’s most savage and prolific murderers. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
An Evening With Lee Asher
Friday, November 01 2024
Lee Asher, founder of The Asher House, delivers a powerful and inspiring talk about his journey to saving animals, inspiring people, and finding his true purpose in life.
Works Of Art - Fall Edition
Friday, November 01 2024
Works of Art from Cedric Michael Cox, Cynthia Kukla, Juko, Marilynn Page and other new artists will be displayed in the main gallery beginning November 1st.