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
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.
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
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!
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!
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!
Vandalia Easter Eggstravaganza
Saturday, April 04 2026
🐣🌼 Hop into spring at the Vandalia Easter Eggstravaganza! We will have egg hunts, baby goat petting zoo, arts & crafts, face painting, vendors, games & activities, food trucks, Easter bunny photo area and more!
Wright-Patt AFB & Fairborn Chamber Community Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 04 2026
10K eggs with candy and surprises! Open to the public - Wright-Patterson AFB & Fairborn Chamber of Commerce Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt.
Easter Egg Hunt Youngs Dairy
Sunday, April 05 2026
FREE EVENT at Young's Dairy - Over 10K eggs are ready to be picked at our Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Show up early – this is a popular event!
Easter Sunrise Service at Carillon Park
Sunday, April 05 2026
Join us at Deeds Carillon (Carillon Historical Park) for our annual non-denomonational ecumenical Easter Sunrise Service.
Seminar Estate Planning & Elder Law an overview
Wednesday, April 08 2026
Join us for a free informational seminar designed to help individuals and families better understand important legal tools used to plan for the future.
"Minecraft" movie at Springboro Performing Arts Center, April 11
Saturday, April 11 2026
"Minecraft" movie will be shown at noon and 2 p.m. FREE at the Springboro Performing Arts Center, 115 Wright Station Way.
Artist Feedback Forum
Saturday, April 11 2026
To build community and foster the sharing of ideas, The Contemporary Dayton offers an Artist's Feedback Forum for Artist Members. Bring a finished work or a work of art in progress to receive constructive feedback.
B Love Foundation & Jubilee Community Church Spring Love Health Wellness Fair
Saturday, April 11 2026
Come out for your Free health screenings and visit our Free community closet. Meet with Premier Health, Sinclair Dental School, American Red Cross, Ohio Department of Health, Samaritan Behavioral Health, and many more!
First Sundays at Eudora Brewing Company
Sunday, April 12 2026
Join Handmade Dayton for First Sundays at Eudora Brewing Company, a monthly indoor makers market featuring local artists, makers, and small businesses.
The Kettering Civic Band Free Concert at Kettering MS
Monday, April 13 2026
Kettering Civic Band Concert Monday, April 13, 2026 at Kettering Middle School. Directed by Catherine Abner, featuring patriotic tunes, Irish folk melodies, and a new original piece. This is one you won't want to miss!
Art Escape: Café Escape
Wednesday, April 15 2026
Art Escapes are a series of one-of-a-kind evenings hosted by friends of The Contemporary Dayton in unique spaces across the city.
Eastern European Heritage Experience
Saturday, April 18 2026
Ethnic foods, local artisans, musicians, and cultural dancers - highlighting the traditions and customs of Eastern Europe. Save the date, April 18, 2026, and plan to enjoy this family- friendly festivity, free admission
Kettering TreeFest
Saturday, April 18 2026
Speak for the trees, as the Lorax says, by putting down some roots at this yearly event! Bring gloves, shovels, and a watering container if you have them!
Mutts Gone Nutts: Unleashed!
Saturday, April 18 2026
Family fun downtown at the Victoria Theatre: Mutts Gone Nutts: Unleashed! -part of the Dayton Live Children's Theatre Series.
Small Scale Train Rides at Carillon Park Railroad
Saturday, April 18 2026
Take a ride on the mini-railroad at Carillon Park with the Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society.
Spring Into Adventure
Saturday, April 18 2026
📍Join us for our annual summertime FREE preview party at Dominick Lofino Park 🌼
Y-Way 5K • Walk or Run
Saturday, April 18 2026
Join the Downtown Y for our first Y-Way 5K (Walk or Run) in Downtown Dayton! Saturday, April 18th • Race Begins at 8:30 AM | Open to Ages 7+
Sugar Maple Festival
Friday, April 24 2026
The annual Sugar Maple Festival in beautiful downtown Bellbrook, Ohio. April 24-26, 2026
