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
Monster Truck Wars
Saturday, August 29 2026
đ Xenia, get ready! Americaâs fastest-growing monster truck series is COMING BACK!
Quarry Summer Challenge 1.55m, 5k, 10k, 15k
Saturday, August 29 2026
Take on the Quarry Summer Challenge at Oakes Quarry Park! Choose a 1.55-mile, 5K, 10K or 15K course with scenic trails, finisher medals and a welcoming race atmosphere.
Alter Fest!
Friday, September 04 2026
Alterfest is back! Join us Labor Day Weekend! Entertainment, food, rides, games!
First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street
Friday, September 04 2026
Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios
Labor Day Family Value Weekend at Youngs Dairy
Friday, September 04 2026
Take advantage of a special value wristband good for all day, unlimited family fun at Young's this Labor Day Weekend.
September First Friday at the Arcade
Friday, September 04 2026
Join us for September First Friday at the Arcade - shopping, live music, and dining in a historic setting!
Antique Fire Apparatus Show
Saturday, September 05 2026
The Miami Valley Antique Fire Apparatus Association (MVAFAA) has partnered with Dayton History to present a family-friendly, educational day of fun at Carillon Historical Park.
First Saturday Volunteer at Learning Tree Farm
Saturday, September 05 2026
Join us for the first Saturday of every month to bring helping hands to Learning Tree Farm!
Ohio Renaissance Festival
Saturday, September 05 2026
Step back in time to 16th century England with costumed characters, medieval jousting, giant turkey legs, artisan shops, and a different theme every week.
The Fair at New Boston
Saturday, September 05 2026
Step 200 years back in time at the Annual Fair at New Boston! Everything about this quality event creates the illusion of time travel to 1790 - 1810.
Tippapalooza
Saturday, September 05 2026
Tippapalooza is an annual music festival celebrating local music and benefiting charities in and around Tipp City, Ohio. â NOW A FREE EVENT! â
Yellow Springs Battle of the DJ's
Sunday, September 06 2026
A rematch of last Summer's block party of the year. Two legendary DJ's - DJ Radio Basim vs DJ Creepingbear go head-to-head, spinning all genres of dancefloor hits in the heart of Downtown Yellow Springs. Free Family Fun 4 all
Doggie Dive City of West Carrollton at Wilson Pool
Monday, September 07 2026
Celebrate the end of pool season with your pup! Donât miss this tail-wagging good time at Wilson Pool â itâs the last swim and itâs all about the dogs!
Clinton County Corn Festival
Friday, September 11 2026
Celebrate our agricultural heritage at Clinton County Fairgrounds as we honor one of the area's biggest industries with a three-day extravaganza.
Dayton Greek Festival
Friday, September 11 2026
GreekFest is back! Full festival the weekend after Labor Day - live music/dancing, amazing vendors, beautifully crafted Greek pastries and much more!
Dayton Scream Park
Friday, September 11 2026
Dayton's premier outdoor haunted trail with 4 haunted attractions to SCARE THE YELL OUT OF YOU!
Springboro Oktoberfest 2026
Friday, September 11 2026
Celebration of authentic German food, beer, wine, and entertainment for the whole family at Oktoberfest in Springboro.
Toms Maze & Pumpkin Farm
Friday, September 11 2026
Don't settle for a cookie-cutter corn MAZE that only looks good from the air but leaves little to the imagination on the ground. Come join us as we celebrate 29 years of a-MAZE-ing fun!
Beavercreek Popcorn Festival
Saturday, September 12 2026
Over 300 booths with festival foods, tantalizing treats, special services, creative crafts, and sensational specialties made with Popcorn.
Dayton Potato Festival
Saturday, September 12 2026
Awaken the taste buds with various tasty potato entrees and much more! Celebrate a collective of love potatoes of many sorts prepared in many delightful ways!
Dayton World Soccer Games
Saturday, September 12 2026
The Dayton World Soccer Games takes place at Kettering Fields Sports Complex on September 12 and brings our community together through the universal language of soccer.
Gem City Luxe Market - September Edition
Saturday, September 12 2026
Unlike a traditional craft fair, Luxe Market is designed to feel like a boutique shopping experience
Huber Heights Multicultural Festival
Saturday, September 12 2026
Join us for a vibrant celebration of cultures from around the world at the Multicultural Festival at the Eichelberger Amphitheater in Huber Heights Ohio
Irish Clubâs 17th Annual Car & Bike Show
Sunday, September 13 2026
Open to the public. Registration at 10:30, judging closes at 1:30 $15 registration fee
Fall Themed Cookie Decorating Class
Wednesday, September 16 2026
Get into the fall spirit with a fun and interactive cookie decorating class led by local baker Jenna Clark of Clarkins Bakery.
WACO Fly-In 2026
Friday, September 18 2026
Come see the Golden Age of Aviation - family fun at the Historic Airfield in Troy all weekend!
23rd Annual URS Rubber Duck Regatta Presented by AES Ohio
Saturday, September 19 2026
Adopt a duck and change a life! 20,000 ducks race Sept. 19 for a shot at a $2,500 grand prize and 6 more. Proceeds support local kids & adults with disabilities.
