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
Vintage Market Days® Dayton-Cincinnati
Friday, April 24 2026
Vintage Market Days returns to the Greene County Fairgrounds for "French Garden Party" themed spring market. The place to find what you're looking for and fabulous gifts. Grab your tickets early!
Guided Tours
Saturday, April 25 2026
Join us for a closer look at the exhibition, with fresh insights into the artists currently on view and their work. FREE and open to all.
Huber Heights Chamber, Fest & 5K
Saturday, April 25 2026
This is the 2nd Annual Fest & 5K hosted by the Huber Heights Chamber of Commerce and The Allen Financial Group.
MetroParks' Adopt-a-Park 2026
Saturday, April 25 2026
Protect and clean green spaces in honor of Earth Day during Five Rivers MetroParks' annual Adopt-a-Park.
Stomp
Saturday, April 25 2026
STOMP is explosive, inventive, provocative, witty, and utterly unique–an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages.
TWIG 45 Mom's Mart
Saturday, April 25 2026
Moms' Mart is a semi-annual sale of gently used clothing, toys and baby items. Proceeds go to Dayton Children's Hospital.
A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival
Friday, May 01 2026
Food, Family Fun, Dance & Music - Showcasing the ethnic backgrounds and cultures of Dayton and the greater Miami Valley at A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival.
ARTeBRATION
Friday, May 01 2026
FREE Admission, Family Friendly, 2 Day, Rain or Shine, indoor/outdoor Celebration of the Arts! Brick City Mural Festival, Dayton Food Truck Rally, Live Music, 100+ art studios, galleries & shops...
The City Mercantile® - The Spring Market 2026- Vintage, Handmade & Boutique Shopping
Friday, May 01 2026
The City Mercantile® Spring Market is a two-day seasonal shopping event happening May 1–2 at the Warren County Fairgrounds in Lebanon, Ohio.
Collectibles shopping Spree show. Fairfield Commons Mall Beavercreek,oh
Saturday, May 02 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!
Kettering Saturday Night Cruise-in
Saturday, May 02 2026
Classic car-hot rods-Motorcycles-Trucks- Everything on wheels is welcome at our Saturday Night Cruise-in. New location for 2026!
Oakwood Farmers Market
Saturday, May 02 2026
The Oakwood Farmers’ Market is located in downtown Oakwood and operates rain or shine from 9am - Noon Saturdays in the Summer.
Huber Heights Marigold Festival
Friday, May 08 2026
The Huber Heights Marigold Festival returns this spring as a multi-day community celebration designed to bring families, residents, and visitors together for a full weekend of fun ☀️
Family Fun Day
Saturday, May 09 2026
Grab the kids, lace up your sneakers, and head to the park! Family Fun Day is all about getting outside, staying active, and enjoying time together in the fresh air.
Healthy Kids Day at RiverScape MetroPark
Saturday, May 09 2026
Join the YMCA of Greater Dayton for Healthy Kids Day®, a FREE community event designed to inspire kids and families to stay active, engaged, and healthy all summer long!
Kettering Children's Choir Spring Concert
Saturday, May 09 2026
Come "See the World Throught Children's Eyes" and the beautiful voices of almost 100 singers! Two identical performances at 5:00 and 7:00 p.m.
A Night Of Bigfoot
Thursday, May 14 2026
See why Bigfoot is everyone’s favorite monster with Nat Geo explorer Dr. Mireya Mayor and Army veteran and survival expert Russell Acord at the historic Victoria Theatre stage in downtown Dayton.
Giggles & Gags! A Variety Show benefiting A Special Wish Foundation
Friday, May 15 2026
Giggles & Gags is a family-friendly variety show at The Brightside featuring comedy, magic, live music, and a silent auction, supporting granting the Special Wishes of local children battling life-threatening illnesses.
Spring Fest in the Burg
Friday, May 15 2026
Celebrate spring in Miamisburg with 3 days of local art, live music, food trucks, carnival rides & community fun—May 15–17, 2026 at Riverfront Park!
Tab-A-PULL-Ooza
Saturday, May 16 2026
Families, organizations, and businesses are invited to drop off the pop/pull tabs you’ve collected all year, weigh them, and see who is named the top pull tab collector!
Dayton Vegan Spring Market
Sunday, May 17 2026
Come chill at Dayton Vegan Spring Market for cool eats, fun vibes, and awesome plant-based finds!
Garden Bros Circus
Thursday, May 21 2026
GARDEN BROS CIRCUS ~ World's Largest Circus Under the World's Largest Big Top ~ A Family Tradition for Over 100 Years!
Memorial Day Weekend at Youngs Dairy
Thursday, May 21 2026
Celebrate Memorial Day with us at Young's Dairy. You show up, we'll supply the fun! May 21st-25th, 2026
Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival
Friday, May 22 2026
Live entertainment, Memorial Day Parade, Carnival rides, Kayaking or canoeing on the lake and much more!
Dayton Heritage Day with the Dayton Philharmonic
Sunday, May 24 2026
Held on Memorial Day weekend, Heritage Day at Carillon Historical Park celebrates Dayton's unparalleled history through special activities, costumed interpreters, and more!
Beavercreek Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 25 2026
Join the City of Beavercreek this Memorial Day for a special ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park.
Passport to MetroParks 2026
Friday, May 29 2026
Join us at Riverscape for an exciting Family-Friendly evening full of Live Music, Foodtrucks, and Fun Activities like Rock Climbing! FREE Admission!
Dayton Cheese Fest!
Saturday, May 30 2026
🧀 It’s all things CHEESE and COUNTRY - NEW festival you won't want to miss! Stacked musical lineup! Inflatables & games for the kids! American Fireworks show! Free Admission! 🧀
