Downtown Dayton Events Calendar
Events in Downtown Dayton, including Theater, Festivals, Art Exhibits, Live Music, Concerts and more.
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First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street
Friday, December 04 2026
Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios
SDDT's The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 05 2026
Join us for a magical evening of classic ballet with South Dayton Dance Theatre's Annual Nutcracker Performance!
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.
Reindeer Sessions
Wednesday, December 09 2026
Play by Eric Ulloa. "You won't look at Blitzen and Rudolph the same way again..."
Mixology Night – Make 3 Cocktails Together | Date Night in Downtown Dayton
Thursday, December 10 2026
At Mixology Night, you and your date each get your own bar station: shaker, jigger, strainer, the works. Our bartender guides you through three cocktails
Dayton Ballet's The Nutcracker
Friday, December 11 2026
Brandon Ragland’s The Nutcracker returns, bringing holiday magic back to Dayton! The Dayton Ballet & the Dayton Philharmonic present The Nutcracker at the Schuster Center.
Photographers David Doubilet & Jennifer Hayes Speaking in Dayton
Sunday, December 13 2026
Underwater photographer David Doubilet and scientist and photographer Jennifer Hayes are speaking at the Victoria Theatre in Dayton, Ohio, Sunday, December 13, 2026.
Handels Messiah with the Dayton Philharmonic
Wednesday, December 16 2026
Enjoy an annual holiday tradition with the Dayton Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra and Choir under the twinkling lights of the Schuster.
The Nutcracker: Sensory Friendly
Friday, December 18 2026
One of our most beloved performances, The Nutcracker: Sensory-Friendly, is designed for families of all kinds, especially those with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other social, learning, or cognitive differences.
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.
Deconstructing The Music LIVE: The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band
Thursday, January 14 2027
Scott Freiman takes us on a track-by-track journey through the Beatles masterpiece 'Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band', explaining the inspiration for the songs and their evolution in the studio.
Mahler’s First Symphony - Dayton Philharmonic
Saturday, January 16 2027
First performed in Budapest in 1889, Mahler's first symphonic outing couldn't help but reflect the tone of the changing cultural and political climate of the late 19th century.
Hell's Kitchen
Tuesday, January 26 2027
Broadway in Dayton ✨ Welcome to HELL’S KITCHEN, the hit musical from 17-time Grammy® Award winning Alicia Keys – inspired by her life, her music, and her community.
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Wednesday, February 03 2027
Play by William Shakespeare. "A beachy reimagining of Shakespeare's beloved romantic comedy." February 3 – 14, 2027
Business of Art
Saturday, February 06 2027
A Member Exclusive Event! Come to The Contemporary Dayton to learn the business side of fine art. Open to all current Members of The Contemporary Dayton. To become a Member, visit https://codayton.org/support/memberships/
Filmmaker Luca Martinez Speaking in Dayton
Sunday, February 28 2027
Conservation filmmaker Luca Martinez is speaking at the Victoria Theatre in Dayton, Ohio, Sunday, February 28, 2027.
Jerry Seinfeld at The Schuster
Friday, March 05 2027
Seinfeld, best known for the long-running sitcom which ran on NBC will be performing at The Schuster Center in downtown Dayton.
You've Still Got A Friend™
Thursday, March 18 2027
This concert weaves together iconic songs and heartfelt performances with the stories behind the music, celebrating Carole King and James Taylor. March 18, 2027 at the historic Victoria Theatre in downtown Dayton
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!
Hamilton - Broadway in Dayton
Tuesday, March 30 2027
The unforgettable story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation, seen by more than 28 million people around the world. HAMILTON returns to The Schuster in downtown Dayton Mar 30 - Apr 11, 2027
What Became of Us
Wednesday, April 07 2027
Play by Shayan Lotfi. REGIONAL PREMIERE. "Same childhood. Different futures. The cost of becoming yourself."
Enjoy An Evening With David Sedaris
Wednesday, April 14 2027
David Sedaris, America’s best-selling humorist and social satirist, returns to the Victoria Theatre in Dayton, Ohio, April 14, 2027.
Cirque Mechanics' Tilt! A Circus Thrill Ride
Sunday, April 18 2027
Journey back to the 1980s and experience a high-flying homage to America’s iconic amusement parks. Be amazed at acrobatics, aerial feats, juggling, and a dose of nostalgic charm at the historic Victoria Theatre April 18, 2027
Kinky Boots at The Schuster
Friday, April 23 2027
KINKY BOOTS - Broadway's huge-hearted, high-heeled hit! Apr 23 - Apr 25, 2027
Shucked
Tuesday, May 04 2027
Broadway in Dayton ✨ Shucked: This Broadway hit about an unlikely hero, an unscrupulous con artist, and a battle for the heart and soil of a small town. May 4-9, 2027
A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival
Friday, May 21 2027
Food, Family Fun, Dance & Music - Showcasing the ethnic backgrounds and cultures of Dayton and the greater Miami Valley at A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival. Returning to downtown Dayton in 2027!
