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
The Greene - Trick or Treat & Fall Fest
Sunday, October 18 2026
🍂 Fall fun is taking over The Greene! 🎃 Dress up the little ones and head to The Greene for Trick or Treat!
Wildlife Filmmaker and Nat Geo Explorer Casey Anderson Speaking in Dayton
Sunday, October 18 2026
Wildlife filmmaker and National Geographic explorer Casey Anderson is speaking at the Victoria Theatre in Dayton, Ohio, Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Pumpkin Glow
Wednesday, October 21 2026
Follow the trails of Caesar Ford Park October 21–24, 2026 and be mesmerized by the hundreds of hand-painted pumpkins in black light-reflective paint! Bring a blacklight flashlight, or borrow one for the walk.
Monster Mash City of West Carrollton
Thursday, October 22 2026
Get ready for a frightfully fun evening at West Carrollton's annual Monster Mash on Thursday, October 22nd, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Huber's Happy Haunted Trail
Friday, October 23 2026
Join Huber Heights Parks & Recreation for its Halloween Tradition: Huber's Happy Haunted Trail. Walk the trail at Community Park for a family-friendly experience! Monster tent, themed stops, food & goodies, and much more!
Vintage Market Days® Dayton-Cincinnati
Friday, October 23 2026
Vintage Market Days returns to the Greene County Fairgrounds for "Collected & Curated" themed Fall Holiday market. The place to find what you're looking for and fabulous gifts. Grab your tickets early!
A Midsummer Night’s Dream & Force Flux
Saturday, October 24 2026
Dayton Ballet brings Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream to life in a captivating collaboration with the Philharmonic.
Fall Fest & Wild Races
Saturday, October 24 2026
Wild races, fall fun and family-friendly activities! Enjoy camel, ostrich and wiener dog races, a Mini Highland Cow Petting Zoo, Track or Treat, food trucks, live entertainment and more. Saturday, October 24 | 4PM–8PM.
Nocturnal Creatures: Trick-or-Treat on the Farm
Saturday, October 24 2026
Join us and some spoooooky creatures at Learning Tree Farm from 5pm-730pm on Saturday, October 24th, Nocturnal Creatures: Trick-or-Treat on the Farm!
Vandalia Halloween Hangout
Saturday, October 24 2026
Come out and have a spooky good time at the Halloween Hangout! There will be food trucks, hayrides, Trick-or-Treat, inflatables, kid’s activities, Halloween costume judging, many craft vendors, and more!
WPAFB Pumpkin Chuck -2026
Saturday, October 24 2026
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE Annual Pumpkin Chuck! Watch in awe as pumpkins soar through the sky, thanks to some seriously cool science! Entrance at the Spinning Road gate on Airway.
Ohio Reptiles and More Expo
Sunday, October 25 2026
Family-friendly exotic animal expo featuring reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, exotic pets, vendors, educational workshops, hands-on interactions & MORE! 🐍🦎🕷️
Quilting 101 - Learn basic quilting techniques
Sunday, October 25 2026
Learn the basics of quilting! We will work on terminology and more!
Pumpkin Glow on Stoddard Ave.
Monday, October 26 2026
Come to Grafton Hill to view an amazing display of almost 1,000 unique jack-o-lanterns! A fun event for the whole family! No ticket necessary!
Austin Landing - Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, October 28 2026
Save the date spooksters! Join us for Trunk-or-Treat at Austin Landing, if you dare…
October Crafty Arcade with The Savage Stitcher
Wednesday, October 28 2026
Join us in the North Arcade for a Halloween-themed evening of creativity in collaboration with The Savage Stitcher.
Dayton - City of Dayton Trick or Treat
Saturday, October 31 2026
City of Dayton Beggars' Night is Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
i9 Sports Late Fall/Winter Basketball & Volleyball
Saturday, October 31 2026
Late Fall & Winter Basketball and Volleyball are 6-week programs starting in October. Games every Saturday! No tryouts, no experience needed, and everyone is welcome.
Vandalia Ohio Trick or Treat
Saturday, October 31 2026
Vandalia, OH Beggar's Night will be October 31, 2026 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm city-wide
Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell
Sunday, November 01 2026
🎅 Bring the magic of Christmas to life by mailing your letter to Santa in the special red North Pole Mailbox located in front of Lula Bell, Whimsical Art & Stationery at 23 Park Ave., Oakwood, OH 45419
JTS On the Move! City of West Carrollton
Wednesday, November 04 2026
Montgomery County Job and Family Services’ mobile outreach unit. This multi-disciplinary team can quickly provide offsite services, including full case management for most benefits for Montgomery County residents.
Holiday Open House at Lula Bell
Thursday, November 05 2026
The most wonderful shopping season is here, and we’re kicking it off in the most festive way! 🎄✨ Join Us for Lula Bell’s Holiday Open House! ✨🎄
Let's Glow! Father-Daughter Dance City of West Carrollton
Friday, November 06 2026
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, dancing, and glowing fun! Strike a pose in the photo booth, enjoy light refreshments, take home a special keepsake, and dance the night away under the lights.
Snowflake Craft Bazaar 2026
Friday, November 06 2026
A Christmas craft bazaar with homemade crafts featuring 65 vendors, baked goods, a Christmas Treasures Shop, Raffle Baskets, religious items and a café with homemade soups, chili, sandwiches and our famous peanut butter pie.
9th Annual Freedom Whiskey Veterans Day Celebration
Saturday, November 07 2026
9th Annual Freedom Whiskey Veterans Day Celebration in honor of Capt. Zach Hollingsworth. We will be honoring the 2026 Veteran of the Year Thomas "Drago" Dzieran & raising funds for Joseph House and Warrior on Wheels Cycling.
Felt Cat Toys with Catnip – Blue’s Mews Fundraiser
Saturday, November 07 2026
We are partnering to host a toy drive and fundraiser for the local cat rescue, Blue’s Mews! We will donate 25% of this class's sales to Blue’s Mews and make toys for the rescue!
Friends of the Dayton Metro Library Book Sale
Saturday, November 07 2026
The Friends of the Dayton Metro Library book sales ℹ️ 9:30 am to 11:30 am for FOL Members & open to the public 11:30 am - 5pm 📚 Used book sale - books, music, movies, and audiobooks.
Honeysuckle Homestead
Saturday, November 07 2026
Join us for a family-friendly day of honeysuckle removal! After we remove honeysuckle, we will build a fire to dispose of the invasive plant and make s'mores!
