Dayton Family Events Calendar
Looking for fun things to do with the kids? Here's a little help finding events the whole family can enjoy, right here in Dayton!
Family-friendly events in Dayton
A Carillon Christmas
Sunday, December 14 2025
Featuring thousands of Christmas lights, traditional holiday fare, Santa Claus, live music, historical craft demonstrations, and so much more.
Breakfast with Santa at 2nd Street Market
Sunday, December 14 2025
Don't miss Santa's annual visit to the Market for a tasty buffet breakfast. *Pre-registration is required
Christkindlmarkt
Sunday, December 14 2025
Come join us for our traditional German Christkindlmarkt at The Dayton German Club!
Christmas in the Air
Sunday, December 14 2025
A first-class Broadway-style song and dance variety production, wrapped up in a warm, fun, and feel-good holiday story, complete with a visit from Santa!
Clifton Mill Christmas Lights 2025
Sunday, December 14 2025
One of the country's finest -with millions of Christmas Lights illuminating the mill, the gorge, the riverbanks, trees and bridges.
Dayton Ballet's The Nutcracker
Sunday, December 14 2025
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.
Dear Santa
Sunday, December 14 2025
A special mailbox right here in the lobby of the Civic Center is waiting for your letters to Santa!
Deck The Diamond: Winter Spectacular at Day Air Ballpark
Sunday, December 14 2025
❄️NEW for 2025❄️ Step into a winter wonderland at Day Air Ballpark—Experience the enchantment of over 1.1 million dazzling lights and enjoy a festive lineup of holiday activities for the whole family!
Free Books for The Holidays!
Sunday, December 14 2025
This free, family-friendly evening will feature: Holiday decorations, snacks, and hot cocoa Activities for kids and families A Giving Angel Tree with tags Tables hosted by community organizations Free books for the taking
Holiday Lights at Lost Creek Reserve
Sunday, December 14 2025
An enchanting holiday tradition! This one-mile driving tour transports you into a winter wonderland filled with illuminated landscapes and over 60 light displays at Lost Creek Reserve.
Holiday of Lights Festival in Oakwood
Sunday, December 14 2025
The City of Oakwood Lighting up Oakwood & Holiday of Lights Sunday December 14, 2025.
Home For The Holidays with the Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra
Sunday, December 14 2025
Home For The Holidays with the Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra at the Dayton Masonic Center.
Homerun the Holidays - Dick's House of Sport
Sunday, December 14 2025
🎄Celebrate the season with our Homerun the Holidays! The contest runs November 24-December 20, and each participant gets 3 swings per entry with one entry per day. 💰Entry Fee: $5 per entry and each entry gets 3 swings.
Light Up Middletown
Sunday, December 14 2025
A Drive-Through Fantasy Light Display - Open Every Night Thanksgiving Through New Year's Eve
North Pole Express Train Ride
Sunday, December 14 2025
All Aboard Nov & Dec - Experience the Joy of the Holidays! Hop aboard our North Pole Express with Santa and his elves for a magical train ride through beautiful Warren County.
ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park
Sunday, December 14 2025
Caesar Ford Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with over 250 LED light displays covering a mile long driving path.
Pyramid Hill Lights
Sunday, December 14 2025
Pyramid Hill's annual holiday light show! The 2-mile drive-through light show includes over 1 million lights as you immerse yourself in a journey to the North Pole filled with art and nature
Rikes Holiday Windows - downtown Dayton
Sunday, December 14 2025
Experience the magical Wintergarden Wonderland Windows at the Schuster Center.
Riverscape Ice Skating
Sunday, December 14 2025
Sheltered under the covered pavilion at Riverscape, the regions largest outdoor ice rink is located in Downtown Dayton. ⚠️ BE SURE TO CHECK FOR CLOSURE ALERTS BEFORE YOU GO! ⚠️
Scrooge! The Musical
Sunday, December 14 2025
La Comedia's unique combination of delicious dining and Broadway-style live entertainment is "A Taste of Broadway" unlike anything else in Ohio! After your meal, your family will enjoy Scrooge! The Musical.
Whispering Christmas
Sunday, December 14 2025
Enjoy the spectacular display of 2 million Christmas lights at Whispering Christmas in Eaton, Ohio.
WinterFest at Kings Island
Sunday, December 14 2025
More than five million lights and live entertainment throughout the park for Kings Island's holiday-themed festival WinterFest Select Nights November 28 - December 31, 2025 - Join us for Festive Food, Shopping, Rides & More!
Woodland Lights
Sunday, December 14 2025
Walk the path to holiday fun at Woodland Lights - a half-mile wonderland of holiday lights, displays, and festivities! November 21-December 30, 2025
Mommy and Me Yoga at The Well
Monday, December 15 2025
All ages welcome, all levels welcome. Come get in a laid back work out with some relaxation while your little one has fun beside you! Socialize with other parents after!
Virginia Ketterings Holiday Train Display
Monday, December 15 2025
View this one-of-a-kind model train display, given to the community by Mrs. Virginia W. Kettering in the Stratacache Tower lobby.
