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
Bill Blagg: Family Magic
Sunday, March 29 2026
Family fun downtown at the Victoria Theatre: Bill Blagg: Family Magic -part of the Dayton Live Children's Theatre Series.
Brain Health Exhibit at Wright Library
Sunday, March 29 2026
Dayton's Brain Health Collective shares important information about brain health in this educational exhibit.
Cat in the Hat Live!
Sunday, March 29 2026
A lively musical filled with fun, chaos, and valuable lessons about creativity and imagination.
Community Easter Egg Hunt at Delco Park
Sunday, March 29 2026
Operation motorcycle Santa and Ride With Elmo are planning a Giant Easter Egg Hunt for the community at Delco Park in 2026 🥚 Crafts & Giveaways 🥚 Amazing Raffles 🥚Meet the Easter Bunny 🥚Special Hidden Eggs for Prizes!
Easter Bunny Express
Sunday, March 29 2026
Hop aboard LM&M Railroad's Easter Bunny Express! Enjoy your ride and Hoppy Easter! ADVANCED RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT - March 28, 29 - April 3, 4, 2026 Ages: All Ages
Resurrection Celebration
Sunday, March 29 2026
Easter Resurrection Celebration Musical & Drama Fri, Sat & Sun, March 27, 28, & 29 at 7pm. Admission is free! Hillcrest Baptist Church Music & Drama Ministry Make plans to join us!
Skinner Pipe Organ Concerts at Dayton Art Institute
Sunday, March 29 2026
Hear the museum’s restored Skinner pipe organ and see the beautifully renovated Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium.
Invasive Plant Solutions
Tuesday, March 31 2026
Take control of your yard! Easy tips to replace invasive plants with natives that are easy to care for and provide benefits to pollinators.
Scottish Country Dance Lessons
Tuesday, March 31 2026
Come learn the reels, jigs, and strathspeys of Scotland in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. No experience or partner are required. All you need are comfortable, soft-soled shoes.
April Fool's Day 5k and Family Fun Mile
Wednesday, April 01 2026
It's no joke! The April Fool's Day 5k is on April 1 again. The course starts and finishes in Miamisburg's Community Park. It's a fun and festive event for the whole family!
Discover Dayton Scavenger Hunt
Wednesday, April 01 2026
Explore downtown Dayton this April! Visit local businesses, complete fun scavenger hunt challenges, and enter to win prizes. Play with the app! Hosted by: Oberer Management Services Downtown Properties
Paul Verdell: Tabernacle
Wednesday, April 01 2026
The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present a new body of work by Paul Verdell. In these gestural paintings, Verdell continues his exploration of loose and instinctive mark making, working with paint and collaged elements.
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, April 02 2026
Join us for an egg themed scavenger hunt throughout Springboro! Follow clues to find egg signs & win prizes!
April First Friday at the Arcade
Friday, April 03 2026
The Arcade’s historic concourse will be open on Friday, April 3 from 5–8 PM, welcoming visitors to explore the heart of the complex.
Bunny Hop Thru Cross Pointe Centre
Friday, April 03 2026
Bring your kids to visit stores all around Cross Pointe Centre in Centerville (corner of Alex Bell and 48) for treats, crafts, activities & a visit with the Bunny. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a basket/bag
First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street
Friday, April 03 2026
Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios
Knights of Columbus Fish Fry
Friday, April 03 2026
Fish Fry - Best In Butler County! Hand battered fish, side dishes, desserts, and more! Every Friday through Easter!
Learning Tree Farm Nature Preschool's Discovery Series
Friday, April 03 2026
Come discover the world of child-led, nature based learning at Learning Tree Farm's Nature Preschool!
Bunny Brunch
Saturday, April 04 2026
Hop on down to the RecPlex and get some delicious brunch with The Bunny!
Dick's House of Sport Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 04 2026
Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt!
Family Open Studio
Saturday, April 04 2026
Join us for a time of open-ended creativity and art making! No signup necessary. We encourage you and your family to just drop in!
Front Street Saturdays
Saturday, April 04 2026
Front Street is OPEN EVERY SATURDAY!!! Boutiques, workshops, & studios are open across campus EVERY SATURDAY 11A-4P!
HVO Easter EGGstravaganza
Saturday, April 04 2026
Bring your little bunnies and chicks and Hop Into Spring at the HVO annual Easter Egg Hunt!
Jon Pemberton & Associates Easter Egg Drop
Saturday, April 04 2026
Helicopter Egg Drop at Miami Valley South Stadium in Bellbrook! Registration is required!
Riverside Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 04 2026
47th annual Riverside Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4 - 10am, arrive by 9.45. Bring your own Easter Basket!
Saturday Night Fox Hollow Rodeo
Saturday, April 04 2026
Family Fun At Fox Hollow Rodeo held every Saturday night year round with Indoor (Oct-April) / Outdoor Arena - Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Small Business Saturday Pop-up Shops
Saturday, April 04 2026
Come be part of the Small Business Saturday Pop-up Shops, happening once a month on Saturdays from 10 AM–12 PM, December 2025 through April 2026! Each event features a variety of local vendors offering unique products!
