Downtown Dayton Events Calendar
Events in Downtown Dayton, including Theater, Festivals, Art Exhibits, Live Music, Concerts and more.
Downtown Dayton in Dayton
Dayton Journalism Summit
Thursday, January 22 2026
The Journalism Lab is excited to announce a two-day community journalism summit in Dayton on Thurs, January 22, and Friday, January 23, 2026. Join us for two days of workshops and panel discussions at the downtown library.
A Night Of Symphonic Rock
Saturday, January 24 2026
Your Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra is going full throttle as Dayton Performing Arts Alliance presents A Night Of Symphonic Rock at The Schuster Center!
Closing Reception: Xaviera Simmons: Figure Eleven
Saturday, January 24 2026
Light Refreshments and a final chance to view the exhibition. 4-6 pm
Photographer Ami Vitale: Wild Hope – Rethinking Our Relationship With Nature
Sunday, February 01 2026
Join photographer, filmmaker, and writer Ami Vitale on the historic Victoria Theatre stage in downtown Dayton - February 1, 2026
Les Misérables
Tuesday, February 03 2026
Dayton Live presents Les Misérables at the Schuster Center as Dayton as part of the Broadway Series.
In Small Measure
Friday, February 13 2026
Join the Live Sale Event for $35 or come early to the $135-per-duo Preview Party for first access to a wall-to-wall installation of original 4×6 works created by artists from Dayton and across the country—$100 each.
Presidents Day Skate at Riverscape Ice Rink
Monday, February 16 2026
Spend Presidents Day at MetroParks Ice Rink! ⛸️ Weather Dependent.
Buckeye Wedding Expo and Bridal Show at the Dayton Arcade
Saturday, February 21 2026
Educational, informational, but best of all it's an entertaining experience for anyone planning a wedding. Meet local vendors, and get inspiration for your big day. you'll find everything you need to plan your dream wedding.
The Ten Tenors
Thursday, March 05 2026
Get ready, Dayton Ohio! The vocal wonder from Down Under, The Ten Tenors, are bringing their electrifying 30TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR to the historic Victoria Theatre in downtown Dayton!
DRUM TAO
Friday, March 06 2026
Tao's modern, high-energy performances showcasing the ancient art of Japanese drumming have transfixed audiences worldwide.
Uptown: A Celebration Of Motown & Soul
Thursday, March 12 2026
Fusing Bruno Mars-caliber stage presence with top-tier vocals and wall-to-wall choreography, the men of Uptown combine the smooth stylings of R&B with the fresh hits of today.
Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban™ In Concert
Friday, March 13 2026
Relive the magic of your favorite wizard in HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN™ IN CONCERT ⚡March 13 & 14, 2026 - Schuster Center, Dayton OH
The Price Is Right Live™
Sunday, March 15 2026
THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE™ is the hit interactive stage show that gives eligible individuals the chance to hear their names called and “Come On Down” to win.
