Downtown Dayton Events Calendar

Events in Downtown Dayton, including Theater, Festivals, Art Exhibits, Live Music, Concerts and more.

 

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SPOOK-GHETTI at the Warehouse - Haunted Dinner & Tour

SPOOK-GHETTI at the Warehouse - Haunted Dinner & Tour

Thursday, August 01 2024

Enjoy a delicious Italian meal while listening to Downtown Dayton and the warehouse's haunted history and encounters. Then take a haunted tour of the Warehouse with local paranormal investigator P3. Optional VIP ghost hunt!

Donatos Family Movie Night

Donatos Family Movie Night

Friday, August 02 2024

Donatos Movie Night when Day Air Ballpark will be turned into the ultimate movie theatre!

Jesse “JT Jazz” Thompson Concert

Jesse “JT Jazz” Thompson Concert

Friday, August 02 2024

Join us at Levitt Pavilion Dayton showcasing Jesse “JT Jazz” Thompson from 7-9 pm.

Luke Capasso at Wileys Comedy Club

Luke Capasso at Wileys Comedy Club

Friday, August 02 2024

Storyteller and political satirist - see Luke Capasso live at Wileys Comedy Club in Dayton's historic Oregon District

Pickin in the Park at Riverscape

Pickin in the Park at Riverscape

Friday, August 02 2024

Enjoy some Bluegrass music at Riverscape with Pickin' in the Park featuring Whiskey Bent Valley Boys and My Brother's Keeper

We're Doing It ALL Wrong® - 4th Annual Art Exhibition

We're Doing It ALL Wrong® - 4th Annual Art Exhibition

Friday, August 02 2024

The 4th Annual art exhibition will kick-off with an Opening Reception on August 2nd. The Opening Reception hours will be from 6pm-10pm to coincide with the Art in the City Preview Night.

Art in the City

Art in the City

Saturday, August 03 2024

Free Family-Friendly Event! Art in the City, a celebration of downtown Dayton's visual and performing arts communities.

Scythian Concert - Art in the City

Scythian Concert - Art in the City

Saturday, August 03 2024

Prior to the Scythian concert is Art in the City from 1 – 7 p.m.! Levitt Dayton will serve as the Family Zone for Art in the City with activities for all ages. Concert time is from 7-9 pm.

Second Look Saturday

Second Look Saturday

Saturday, August 03 2024

Check out studios, galleries, and shops you missed on First Friday!

The Dayton Art Institute 'Museums on Us' Program

The Dayton Art Institute 'Museums on Us' Program

Saturday, August 03 2024

Free museum access to Bank of America cardholders at The Dayton Art Institute on the first full weekend of each month.

Ye Olde Yellow Cabaret XXIV - Heavenly Bodies

Ye Olde Yellow Cabaret XXIV - Heavenly Bodies

Saturday, August 03 2024

Step into a glittering cosmos of celestial wonder where dreams collide with meteors and imagination dances among the planets. Witness the stars twirl, planets shimmy, and solar flares that light up the night.

Yoga in the Park at Riverscape

Yoga in the Park at Riverscape

Saturday, August 03 2024

Move your workout outdoors, come down to RiverScape and enjoy Yoga with Tori Reynolds. Weather Dependent. Reservations Required.

8/4 Memorial Unveiling and Dedication

8/4 Memorial Unveiling and Dedication

Sunday, August 04 2024

Please join us for the 8/4 Memorial Unveiling and Dedication as we remember those we lost and celebrate the strength of our community.

Skinner Pipe Organ Performances

Skinner Pipe Organ Performances

Sunday, August 04 2024

Hear the museum's historic Skinner pipe organ, in the newly renovated Mimi & Stuart Rose Auditorium! Please check for cancelations before you visit

2024 Sinclair College SEEK (Sharing Education, Experience, Knowledge) Conference

2024 Sinclair College SEEK (Sharing Education, Experience, Knowledge) Conference

Wednesday, August 07 2024

Sinclair Community College is inviting adult learners to the 2024 SEEK Conference on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. inside the Smith Auditorium in Building 12 at Sinclair’s Dayton campus.

Bob Ross Auto Group Jazz & Beyond Concerts at DAI

Bob Ross Auto Group Jazz & Beyond Concerts at DAI

Thursday, August 08 2024

Featuring a great mix of familiar favorites and new faces from the region's jazz scene. We're excited to welcome the Bob Ross Auto Group back as series sponsor!

Ludlow Creek at Riverscape

Ludlow Creek at Riverscape

Thursday, August 08 2024

Americana, Rock, and Blues: Ludlow Creek, a local, original group will be at Riverscape Thursday, August 8 as part of the Summer Music Series

Ruthie Foster Concert

Ruthie Foster Concert

Thursday, August 08 2024

Join us at Levitt Pavilion Dayton showcasing Ruthie Foster from 7-9 pm !

Sunset at the Market

Sunset at the Market

Thursday, August 08 2024

Visit the 2nd Street Market for a special evening shopping event on select Thursday evenings.

Blair Crimmins & the Hookers Concert

Blair Crimmins & the Hookers Concert

Friday, August 09 2024

Join us at Levitt Pavilion Dayton showcasing Blair Crimmins & the Hookers from 7-9 pm !

Chris Bowers at Wiley's Comedy

Chris Bowers at Wiley's Comedy

Friday, August 09 2024

Chris Bowers is energy. His frenetic style keeps the audience engaged no matter what the subject matter.

Germanfest Picnic

Germanfest Picnic

Friday, August 09 2024

Germanfest Picnic returns to the historic St. Anne's Hill in Dayton OH August 9-11, 2024.

Dayton BBQ Fest

Dayton BBQ Fest

Saturday, August 10 2024

More information will be posted closer to the date

Dayton Potato Festival

Dayton Potato Festival

Saturday, August 10 2024

Awaken the taste buds with various tasty potato entrees and much more! Festival at Oak & Ivory Park

World Indigenous Day Celebration ft. Digging Roots w/ Topknot opening Concert

World Indigenous Day Celebration ft. Digging Roots w/ Topknot opening Concert

Saturday, August 10 2024

Join us as we celebrate World Indigenous Day with two incredible Indigenous bands and opening remarks by members of our local Indigenous communities from 7-9:30 pm !

Zumba in the Park at Riverscape

Zumba in the Park at Riverscape

Saturday, August 10 2024

Come down to RiverScape move your workout outdoors and enjoy Zumba with Nashanda Moore. Weather Dependent. Reservations Required.

Alanna Royale Concert

Alanna Royale Concert

Thursday, August 15 2024

Join us at Levitt Pavilion Dayton showcasing Alanna Royale from 7-9 pm!

Central Jazz Big Band at Riverscape

Central Jazz Big Band at Riverscape

Thursday, August 15 2024

Music and fun at RiverScape MetroPark's FREE Summer Music Series with Central Jazz Big Band. Pull up your chair for music, food, and dancing by the Great Miami River!

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