Downtown Dayton Events Calendar
Events in Downtown Dayton, including Theater, Festivals, Art Exhibits, Live Music, Concerts and more.
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Diced in Dayton: Chefs' Challenge
Tuesday, September 17 2024
Sample tastes from your favorite local chefs and support a great cause at the Diced in Dayton Chef’s Challenge, benefitting Miami Valley Meals.
Tuesday Nights in the Park at Riverscape
Tuesday, September 17 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.
2024 Keys of Life Adventure Edition
Thursday, September 19 2024
WHAT: Enjoy an evening of music, beverages, food, silent auction and singalongs with the Cleveland Keys. WHEN: Thursday, May 9, 2024 6:30-9:30 pm
Bored Teachers: The Struggle Is Real! Comedy Tour
Thursday, September 19 2024
VICTORIA THEATRE SEP 19, 2024: Bored Teachers are BACK with all new material on their THE STRUGGLE IS REAL! COMEDY TOUR.
21st Annual Rubber Duck Regatta
Saturday, September 21 2024
Get ready for a splash of fun at the Annual URS Rubber Duck Regatta! Adopt your ducks to support local kids & adults with disabilities and have a QUACKTASTIC time!
Biergartens
Saturday, September 21 2024
Join us on the third Saturday of every month from 5pm-10pm. Food and drinks will be for sale with rotating specials. Enjoy German music, trivia and a great evening with friends!
Hispanic Heritage Festival
Saturday, September 21 2024
A day-long celebration of Hispanic/Latino culture at RiverScape MetroPark with hot Latin Music, spicy, delicious Latin Food, and much more!
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific
Saturday, September 21 2024
Dayton Opera and Wright State University present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific
Yellow Cab Food Truck Rally 2024 Season
Saturday, September 21 2024
Join us for food truck festivals at the Yellow Cab Tavern in downtown Dayton March through October.
A Fall Harvest Dance with Dayton Vintage Dance
Sunday, September 22 2024
Come and dance the afternoon away with your friends and family! Enjoy fall snacks and beverages. Wear your favorite homage to the fall season! No partner required.
Dayton Independent Film Festival
Friday, September 27 2024
The 4th Dayton Independent Film Festival-September 22-24th, 2023
Oktoberfest Lederhosen Lunch
Friday, September 27 2024
Admission to the festival grounds is free for this special lunch hosted by The DAI's Associate Board Alumni. Brats, metts, hotdogs and beverages will be available for purchase.
Oktoberfest Preview Party
Friday, September 27 2024
Preview Party guests will enjoy complimentary draft beer and wine, live entertainment and great socializing in a casual, less-crowded atmosphere.
Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse In Concert
Friday, September 27 2024
SPIDER-MAN™: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE IN CONCERT features the movie showcased on a colossal HD screen, complemented by a diverse ensemble of musicians and instrumentalists performing the film’s iconic score and soundtrack live
Capitol Fools
Saturday, September 28 2024
CAPITOL FOOLS hold up a mirror to our crazy political culture, providing hilarious song parodies and foolish reflections that continue to inspire belly-laughter. September 28, 2024 at the historic Victoria Theatre in Dayton.
Decay Metal Fest 2024
Saturday, September 28 2024
Line Up: Inter Arma Antichrist Siege Machine Volcandra Denihilist Moiscus Gromulous Landfilth
Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop
Saturday, September 28 2024
This fun one-of-a-kind workshop is perfect for friends and family of all ages. You'll choose from a variety of sea urchin & air plant 'Jellyfish' to dangle over a landscape your create with embellishments, air plants & sand
Oktoberfest at Dayton Art Institute
Saturday, September 28 2024
It's a Dayton tradition that is rooted in beer, wine and good times. Oktoberfest, on the grounds of The Dayton Art Institute!
Justin Willman: Illusionati Tour
Sunday, September 29 2024
An interactive evening of magic, comedy and mind-control for the whole family: OUTBACK PRESENTS Justin Willman: Illusionati Tour at the VICTORIA THEATRE in downtown Dayton SEP 29, 2024.
Hamilton - Broadway in Dayton
Tuesday, October 01 2024
Rhe epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father: HAMILTON returns to The Schuster in downtown Dayton OCT 1 - OCT 13, 2024.
Gem City Action presents Art in Democracy
Friday, October 04 2024
Save the Date -Friday, 10/4- for our “Art in Democracy” Event at @yellowcabtavern !!!
Second Look Saturday
Saturday, October 05 2024
Check out studios, galleries, and shops you missed on First Friday!
The Dayton Art Institute 'Museums on Us' Program
Saturday, October 05 2024
Free museum access to Bank of America cardholders at The Dayton Art Institute on the first full weekend of each month.
Native Plant Sale at 2nd Street Market
Sunday, October 06 2024
Come and browse indigenous native perennials for sale at 2nd Street Market.
Art Dinner 2024
Monday, October 07 2024
You're invited to an exclusive evening where art and technology converge to create a culinary experience unlike any other.
Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B
Wednesday, October 09 2024
This fast-paced romp re-examines the world’s most famous detective story with a bold new feminist lens. The Human Race Theatre Company presents Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B OCTOBER 9 – 20, 2024 at The Loft Theatre
The Rocky Horror Picture Show: 49th Anniversary Spectacular Tour
Wednesday, October 09 2024
Victoria Theatre Oct 9, 2024: Join the original Brad Majors – Barry Bostwick – for a screening of the original unedited movie with a live shadow cast (Fishnet Mafia) and audience participation!
Bob Ross Auto Group Jazz & Beyond Concerts at DAI
Thursday, October 10 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!
