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
Earth Day Climb
Tuesday, April 22 2025
Celebrate Earth Day at Dick's House of Sport - Climb the Wall for $5.
Half Price Tuesday at Cinepolis Dayton
Tuesday, April 22 2025
Every Tuesday, get 50% OFF your movie tickets at Cinepolis Dayton! Located at Austin Landing.
Scottish Country Dance Lessons
Tuesday, April 22 2025
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.
The Day Series by Ann Trondson
Tuesday, April 22 2025
The Roger Glass Center for the Arts Gallery is excited to present The Day Series: by Ann Trondson opening April 3rd, 2025 and running through May 2nd with a reception April 23rd 4:30-6:30 and an Artist Talk April 22nd 5-6pm.
Folk Dancing
Thursday, April 24 2025
Join the Miami Valley Folk Dancers every Thursday evening beginning at 7:00 for an hour of beginning folk dance instruction. We are located at the Michael Solomon Pavilion in Dayton, Ohio
Silent Auction Dinner Fundraiser
Friday, April 25 2025
Forested Families is a new nonprofit that has been established to help support youth as they age out of foster care. This fundraiser is for a housing project that will be used to provide support and housing to these youth.
Sugar Maple Festival
Friday, April 25 2025
The annual Sugar Maple Festival in beautiful downtown Bellbrook, Ohio.
Vintage Market Days® Returns to Greene County
Friday, April 25 2025
Vintage Market Days returns to the Greene County Fairgrounds for "Let's Go Girls" spring market. The place to find what you're looking for and a fabulous Mother's Day gift for Mom (May 11). Grab your tickets early!
VYRAL Rocket League Duos
Friday, April 25 2025
Show that you're the best of the rest at Vyral's Rocket League Duos Tournament!
Cue the Hue! Color Fun Run
Saturday, April 26 2025
Colors everywhere! Learn about some of nature's most colorful and vibrant animals and plants. Visit color powder stations along the way! There will be a one-mile course plus a 100-meter dash option for ages 10 and under.
Day of Service: Planting Milkweed for Butterflies
Saturday, April 26 2025
🌱 Join us for Rotary Day of Service! Get your hands dirty for a good cause as we partner with the City of Miamisburg to plant milkweed and help save the monarch butterflies!
Dayton Autism Society 5K Walk/Run/Roll & Resource Fair
Saturday, April 26 2025
Join us on Saturday, April 26th at 9:00am for our annual 5K Fundraiser that helps support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders here in our community! Timed Race, Fun Run, Music, Resource Fair, Mobile Changing Tables ..
Front Street Saturdays
Saturday, April 26 2025
Front Street is OPEN EVERY SATURDAY!!! Boutiques, workshops, & studios are open across campus EVERY SATURDAY 11A-4P!
MetroParks' Adopt-a-Park 2025
Saturday, April 26 2025
Protect and clean green spaces in honor of Earth Day during Five Rivers MetroParks' annual Adopt-a-Park.
Moana at the Air Force Museum Theatre
Saturday, April 26 2025
Join us Saturday, April 26 at 3 p.m. for a special showing of Moana! Enjoy this family-favorite film on the giant screen.
Saturday Night Fox Hollow Rodeo
Saturday, April 26 2025
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.
Shakespeare's Birthday Showcase
Saturday, April 26 2025
Shakespeare turns 461, and we’re throwing the ultimate Bard bash! More drama than a royal family feud, more laughs than Falstaff at happy hour—join Gem City Groundlings for the birthday of all birthdays.
Small Scale Train Rides at Carillon Park Railroad
Saturday, April 26 2025
Take a ride on the mini-railroad at Carillon Park with the Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society.
Soar into Spring
Saturday, April 26 2025
📍Join us for our annual summertime FREE preview party at Dominick Lofino Park 🌼
Splatter Room - Messy Fun for Everyone
Saturday, April 26 2025
At Pinspiration you'll get an hour of messy fun for kids and adults, including Private Splatter Room and protective gear. Dress Up, Fling Paint at a canvas and take home your masterpiece.
The Grazing Ground Market
Saturday, April 26 2025
Welcome to The Grazing Ground Market, your local destination for farm-fresh eggs, seasonal produce, and handcrafted items.
Dye Hard 5K
Sunday, April 27 2025
The DYE HARD 5K - It's a RACE and a P*A*R*T*Y! Run or walk in the most colorful 5K ever! Sign up today for fun, food trucks, music, and TONS of color! Proceeds benefit ppl w/disabilities.
Spring Yoga series with Lacey: Rain and Renew: Releasing Negativity
Sunday, April 27 2025
Join us for a rejuvenating yoga session designed to improve flexibility, strength, and mindfulness. Perfect for all levels, this class promotes relaxation and balance in both body and mind.
THEMED TRIVIA: Star Wars | The Wandering Griffin
Monday, April 28 2025
Luke... I AM your father! Join us at The Wandering Griffin for a Star Wars Themed Trivia Night!
University of Dayton Percussion Ensemble Concert
Monday, April 28 2025
These two ensembles offer a variety of performance opportunities for student percussionists. The Percussion Ensemble plays standard and contemporary literature.
AWANA
Wednesday, April 30 2025
AWANA provides a fun space for kids to grow and learn! Our weekly meetings include teaching time, Bible verse memorization and games. Fun events throughout the year include the AWANA Grand Prix, holiday celebrations, & more!
University of Dayton Orchestra and Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert
Wednesday, April 30 2025
The University Orchestra performs a broad repertoire for string orchestra and full symphony orchestra in the spring. The Symphonic Wind Ensemble performs the finest literature written for winds.
Pride of Dayton: London Send Off Concert
Thursday, May 01 2025
The Pride of Dayton Marching Band will host a concert which offers the community a chance to experience the incredible music and visuals of the band. The evening will feature a full performance of the London repertoire.
