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
Drop in Playtime at Washington Township RecPlex West
Tuesday, December 01 2026
Children 6 and under with caregiver can explore our fun, colorful, clean, and age-appropriate equipment INSIDE
Letters to Santa
Tuesday, December 01 2026
From December 1–15, children are invited to drop their letters to Santa in his special mailbox located in the Civic Center lobby.
ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park
Tuesday, December 01 2026
Caesar Ford Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with over 250 LED light displays covering a mile long driving path.
Annual Holiday Investors Party
Wednesday, December 02 2026
Join GDREIA for our annual holiday party! Fun, food, awards and a great community looking to include YOU!
Dunkers & Beans Beverage Truck @ Civic Center
Wednesday, December 02 2026
Start your morning with a sweet treat! Dunkers and Beans will be at the West Carrollton Civic Center on Wednesday, December 2nd, from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Ignite the Season
Thursday, December 03 2026
THURSDAY December 3rd, 5:30p - 8:30p Join us for an evening of holiday cheer with local artisan vendors, food, wine, and pampering. Snag your friends and leave the stretchy pants at home—we're going to have a good time!
2026 Dayton Holiday Festival Grande Illumination
Friday, December 04 2026
The Grande Illumination Dayton Holiday Festival traditional tree lighting and Dayton Children's Parade Spectacular in Lights - December 4
A Christmas Story: The Musical
Friday, December 04 2026
Experience a holiday favorite like you've never seen it before! Based on the beloved Christmas classic, A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL is coming to the Schuster Center December 4-6, 2026.
Dayton Contra / Barn Dance
Friday, December 04 2026
Join us to dance or sit & listen to some of the best bands and callers in the area. No experience necessary, all ages welcome, no partner needed. The caller teaches all dances. It'll be a romping, stomping good time.
First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street
Friday, December 04 2026
Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios
Gingerbread House Decorating Contest
Friday, December 04 2026
Join Us for a Gingerbread House Decorating Party!
Kettering Mayors Christmas Tree Lighting
Friday, December 04 2026
Join us for the traditional lighting of the Kettering Mayor's Christmas Tree in Lincoln Park. All activities are free and open to all.
Santa visits in Springboro!
Friday, December 04 2026
Santa is making a special stop in Springboro! Bring your Christmas wish list and meet Santa Dec. 4 - 6 at the Springboro Performing Arts Center, 115 Wright Station Way. Free and open to public.
Waynesville's Christmas in the Village
Friday, December 04 2026
Experience small town charm during with hundreds of luminaries, strolling characters, photo ops, cookies & cocoa. Santa arrives on firetruck daily, shopping, dining, and more.
A Christmas Carol
Saturday, December 05 2026
Jumpstart the holiday season with Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" featuring memorable characters, puppetry, beautiful costumes, stunning stagecraft and timeless music. It's a magical evening for the entire family!
A Rosewood Holiday Arts Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026
The Rosewood Holiday Sale is back this December to help you get creative with your holiday shopping and discover all that Rosewood Arts Center has to offer.
Angel House Christmas Bazaar
Saturday, December 05 2026
Unique gifts by 35+ artisans. A la carte lunch. Cookie Walk-cookies sold by the pound. To benefit Angel House Children's Home and School in Tanzania.
Aullwood Winter Luminary Walk
Saturday, December 05 2026
Get ready for the holidays with a peaceful winter stroll through the candlelit paths of Aullwood Garden MetroPark. Bring your family and friends for the perfect start to the holiday season. Weather Dependent.
Eaton Boosters Annual Holiday Craft Show & Music Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026
3 gyms with over 75 vendors. Musical performances throughout the day. Concession, bake sale, raffle, silent auction.
Gaming Adventures 10 Year Anniversary
Saturday, December 05 2026
Celebrate 10 years of Gaming Adventures on December 5! Enjoy free arcade admission, grand prizes, giveaways, food specials, storewide sales, and family fun!
Holiday Bazaar at Carroll High School
Saturday, December 05 2026
Carroll's Annual Bazaar will take place on Saturday, December 5th, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We have over 100 vendors in two gyms with handmade items, popular direct sales, food vendors and Santa Claus too! Free admission.
Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting City of West Carrollton
Saturday, December 05 2026
Celebrate the season with horse-drawn wagon rides, a festive Luminary Walk around the Civic Center, WCHS choir and orchestra performances, letters to Santa, free photos with Santa, and a magical tree-lighting ceremony.
Huber Heights Holiday Event & Tree Lighting
Saturday, December 05 2026
Come join us for our Christmas tree lighting & Holiday Drone Show at the Governance Center in Huber Heights!
Kettering Civic Band Winter Concert at KFHS
Saturday, December 05 2026
Kettering Civic Band Concert Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 7pm at Kettering Fairmont High School Auditorium. Directed by Catherine Abner, this show features plenty of jovial music to get you into the holiday spirit!
Lebanon Carriage Parade & Christmas Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026
Downtown Lebanon - Annual Lebanon Antique Horse-Drawn Carriage Parade & Christmas Festival.
SDDT's The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 05 2026
Join us for a magical evening of classic ballet with South Dayton Dance Theatre's Annual Nutcracker Performance!
St. Helen Christmas Bazaar
Saturday, December 05 2026
Join us for our Christmas Bazaar! 🎄We have over 50 vendor tables with handmade items! Santa will be stopping by the bazaar!
TGG Goat Yoga
Saturday, December 05 2026
A feel-good farm experience featuring an all-levels yoga class, plenty of laughs, and lots of time with our friendly goats. No goat yoga experience required. 😉🐐
