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
Air Force Marathon 2026
Saturday, September 19 2026
The 2026 Air Force Marathon will be on September 19, the third Saturday in September!
Autumn Fest & Fundraiser 2026
Saturday, September 19 2026
Join us for a day of fun at Learning Tree Farms' only fundraiser of the year: Autumn Fest!
Hispanic Heritage Festival
Saturday, September 19 2026
A day-long celebration of Hispanic/Latino culture at RiverScape MetroPark with hot Latin Music, spicy, delicious Latin Food, and much more!
Pick Your Own Pumpkins at Youngs Dairy
Saturday, September 19 2026
Every year we prepare one of our fields for pumpkins. This year we planted more pumpkins and more varieties than ever before! Daily from September 19 - October 25 from 11am-6pm
Preble County Pork Festival
Saturday, September 19 2026
The Preble County Pork festival is packed with things to do and see, and the food is always out-of-sight awesome!
Summer Steam Train — Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad
Saturday, September 19 2026
Experience a historic train ride on the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad behind a real working steam engine.
Touch a Truck at Vandalia Recreation Center
Saturday, September 19 2026
Free event for the kiddos! Get ready for a hands-on adventure at the Vandalia Touch-a-Truck! Immerse yourself in a world of roaring engines, flashing lights, and endless exploration.
TWIG 45 Mom's Mart
Saturday, September 19 2026
Moms' Mart is a semi-annual sale of gently used clothing, toys and baby items. Proceeds go to Dayton Children's Hospital.
Yellow Springs Porchfest
Saturday, September 19 2026
Foster our spirit of community, celebrate local musicians, and connect with our unique artists and neighbors at YS Porchfest
Homeschool Day at Learning Tree Farm: Pollinator Pals
Thursday, September 24 2026
Spend the day at Learning Tree Farm on Thursday, September 24th from 10am-1230pm for the ultimate outdoor experience of hands-on learning for your curious kiddos!
Niederman Family Farm Fall Festival
Friday, September 25 2026
Fall activities including a 14 acre corn maze and pumpkin patch! September & October in Liberty Township.
Country Applefest
Saturday, September 26 2026
🍏 Celebrate Country Applefest at the Warren County Fairgrounds in Lebanon, Ohio 🍎
Germantown Pretzel Festival
Saturday, September 26 2026
Come join us for the annual Germantown Pretzel Festival in Veterans Memorial Park.
Liberty Township Fall Festival
Saturday, September 26 2026
The Liberty Township Fall Festival returns to Liberty Park.
Tipp City Mum Festival
Saturday, September 26 2026
The Mum Festival holds a special place in our hearts. It gives both the citizens and our wonderful businesses of Tipp City an opportunity to highlight our special town and parks.
Wilmington Haunted Hollow Ride
Saturday, September 26 2026
Each and every fall the fields of Clinton County come alive with screams of horror as Fire Breathing Semi's chase unsuspecting victims on a Haunted Bus Ride.
Windmill Farm Market Spooktacular Fall Festival
Saturday, September 26 2026
SPOOKTACULAR 2026! Windmill Farm Market is the home of Ohio's favorite fall festival and features our famous adventure hayride!
Run For Your Life Series - Flag Football Style 5K & 10K
Sunday, September 27 2026
Survive a flag football-style zombie apocalypse race! Choose a 5K or 10K, protect your flags from zombies and complete a different mission each week.
Storytelling & Collage Night
Thursday, October 01 2026
Presented in conjunction with Ella Kraimer's current exhibition, Appearances. No experience necessary to participate. FREE and open to all.
Heritage Of Flight Festival
Friday, October 02 2026
Featuring live entertainment, carnival rides and games, horse-drawn carriage rides, the Annual Parade of Planes and more on Main Street in beautiful New Carlisle, Ohio.
2026 Dayton Pagan Festival
Saturday, October 03 2026
The Dayton Pagan Festival is a free, family-friendly event welcoming all spiritual backgrounds. Enjoy a variety of vendors, public rituals, and educational workshops focused on community and spiritual growth.
My Hero Academia In Concert My Hero Academia In Concert
Saturday, October 03 2026
Join the ultimate celebration of heroism as MY HERO ACADEMIA IN CONCERT brings a decade of unforgettable moments to life!
Spring Valley Potato Festival
Saturday, October 03 2026
Peace, Love & all things Potatoes! Join 10K potato fans and enjoy Arts, Crafts, Live Entertainment, 5K Tater Trot Run/Walk, Carnival Rides, Potato Soup, Potato Candy and more at the Potato Festival in Spring Valley!
Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience
Saturday, October 03 2026
With over 14,000 visitors every year, the Outdoor Experience is one of the largest festivals celebrating the outdoor lifestyle in the Midwest!
Lebanon Oktoberfest
Friday, October 09 2026
Lebanon's Oktoberfest with live music, craft beers, food, shopping, and kids' activities held in downtown Lebanon.
Fall Farm Fest at Lost Creek Reserve
Saturday, October 10 2026
Annual Fall Farm Fest with corn maze and corn shooter, music, hayrides, games, farm animals and more.
Ohio Sauerkraut Festival 2026
Saturday, October 10 2026
The Ohio Sauerkraut Festival has grown from a small local event in 1970 to one of the premier craft festivals in the nation.
Bradford Pumpkin Show
Tuesday, October 13 2026
The Bradford Pumpkin Show is a fun-filled, family-friendly, community festival. Join us for daily parades, delicious fair-style food and the thrill of amusement rides. Make sure you come join us October 7-11! 🎃
