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
Member's Spotlight Exhibition: Elisha Frontz
Thursday, March 12 2026
The Contemporary Dayton's Member's Spotlight Exhibition for March features Dayton-based artist, Elisha Frontz
Shakespeare Lecture Series: The Fool: Wisdom in Disguise
Thursday, March 12 2026
Join us for our monthly free Shakespeare lecture series for the month of March as we dig deep into The Fool: Wisdom in Disguise.
Drop in Playtime at Washington Township RecPlex West
Friday, March 13 2026
Children 6 and under with caregiver can explore our fun, colorful, clean, and age-appropriate equipment INSIDE
Knights of Columbus Fish Fry
Friday, March 13 2026
Fish Fry - Best In Butler County! Hand battered fish, side dishes, desserts, and more! Every Friday through Easter!
Not Too Early: St. Paddy's Day Weekend Bash
Friday, March 13 2026
Whether you're training for the real day or taking care of it before the work week begins - Get your St Paddy’s fix a little early at the Wandering Griffin Pub & Brewery.
Paul Verdell: Tabernacle
Friday, March 13 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.
11th Annual Carroll St. Pat's Fest
Saturday, March 14 2026
Family Friendly day filled with Leprechaun Land Kiddie area, Life Size Games, Carnival games, and foods. Irish dinner and games of chance in the evening along with Live entertainment inside and outside in the heated tent.
5 Star Community Day at 5 Star Salon Academy
Saturday, March 14 2026
Join 5 Star Salon Academy for Community Day in Dayton. Enjoy student beauty services, mini classes, school tours, raffles, kids activities, vendors, and on-the-spot enrollment. Saturday 2–6 PM.
Collectibles shopping Spree show. Fairfield Commons Mall Beavercreek,oh
Saturday, March 14 2026
Get ready! Collectibles Shopping Spree Show! At the Fairfield Commons Mall in BeaverCreek, Oh. 1st floor near Buckle. Near BJ's,and Tokyo Grill main Entrance! Great dealers!
Escape from Pompeii: Tracing Survivors from the 79 CE Eruption of Vesuvius
Saturday, March 14 2026
Dr. Steven Tuck from Miami University will discuss the Romans who escaped the eruption of Vesuvius and discovered how and where they rebuilt their lives.
Family Open Studio
Saturday, March 14 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!
Free family movie: "Smurfs" at the Springboro Performing Arts Center
Saturday, March 14 2026
“Smurfs” is scheduled for Saturday, March 14. When Papa Smurf is taken by evil wizards Ramamel and Gargamel, Smurfette leads the Smurfs on a mission to the real world to save him.
Front Street Saturdays
Saturday, March 14 2026
Front Street is OPEN EVERY SATURDAY!!! Boutiques, workshops, & studios are open across campus EVERY SATURDAY 11A-4P!
Get Your Gear Ready
Saturday, March 14 2026
Get your gear game-ready at our Equipment Service Event! Stop by for expert services, score 10% off all equipment services, and test your gear on the field.
Kids Avenue Spring Consignment Sale
Saturday, March 14 2026
We sell a large variety of new and gently used kid's clothing, toys/games, books, strollers, nursery items, maternity, teen/junior and more. Over 125 consigners.
Opening Exhibition Works by Hannah Kasper
Saturday, March 14 2026
The Blue House Gallery is excited to present “The 40th Trimester” by Hannah Kasper! Opening Saturday March 14th from 6-9PM at The Blue House Gallery, running through April 11th Open hours Fridays 4-6 or by appt.
Saturday Night Fox Hollow Rodeo
Saturday, March 14 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.
St. Pauli Nacht Dinner Dance
Saturday, March 14 2026
You are cordially invited to The German Club Edelweiss for our St. Pauli Nacht (Sailors’ Night) on Saturday, March 14th.
TGG Market Season Opening Day
Saturday, March 14 2026
Kick off TGG Market season March 14, 2026 from 10–1!
The One with Goats & Cookies
Saturday, March 14 2026
Create your cookie masterpiece at our St. Patrick's Day "Lucky" Edition ☘️ at the The Grazing Ground Dayton
The One with Goats & Little Makers - Lucky Edition
Saturday, March 14 2026
Step into a little St. Patrick’s Day magic at The Grazing Ground.
Axe Throwing Marathon
Sunday, March 15 2026
An entire 8-week axe throwing league thrown in one day. Multiple matches, games, and challenges in our Axe Throwing Marathon.
Click, Clack, Moo
Sunday, March 15 2026
Family fun downtown at the Victoria Theatre: Click, Clack, Moo -part of the Dayton Live Children's Theatre Series. (Sensory Inclusive Performance)
Indoor Flashlight Egg Hunts in RecPlex West.
Sunday, March 15 2026
2 -6 year olds with adult caregiver at 6:30 p.m. and 6-11 year olds at 7:30 p.m. Only 50 tickets sold per hunt. Lots of treats and prizes. Don't miss out!
Let the Madness Begin
Sunday, March 15 2026
Get in on the action March 15th before Sunday Selection! 🏀
