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

Witches Night Out at Lula Bell

Thursday, October 15 2026

Grab your BWFs (Best Witch Friends) and join us for a magical evening of spooky fun at 🖤🧙‍♀️ Witches Night Out at Lula Bell 🧙‍♀️🖤

Fairborn Halloween Festival

Friday, October 16 2026

One of the largest Halloween Festivals in Downtown Fairborn. Numerous food and craft vendors, Spooktacular Parade and Costume Contest, beer garden, live music, trick or treat at the vendor booths on Sunday, and much more.

Chocolate Festival

Saturday, October 17 2026

Free, family-friendly chocolate festival at the Greene County Expo Center, Green County Fairgrounds. Visit professional chocolatiers, enjoy entertainment, food trucks, local craft and food vendors, a free Kids Zone and more!

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.

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.

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!

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…

Dayton - City of Dayton Trick or Treat

Saturday, October 31 2026

City of Dayton Beggars' Night is Friday, October 31, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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.

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.

NMRA Annual Dayton Train Show

Saturday, November 07 2026

Dayton Train Show: vendor tables, lots of exhibitors, different gauges, memorabilia, souvenirs, mini-clinics, LEGO, books, trains. Doorprizes,food trucks

Rake Rally City of West Carrollton

Saturday, November 07 2026

The City Beautiful Commission (CBC) is excited to host a Rake Rally on Saturday, November 7th, from 10 AM to 12 PM! This is a wonderful opportunity for West Carrollton residents who need assistance with leaf collection.

Lights, Camera, Action!

Tuesday, November 10 2026

Here’s your chance to see how television is made with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Miami Valley Communications Council's TV studio.

Beavercreek Veterans Day Ceremony

Wednesday, November 11 2026

Join us on Nov 11 at 2pm to honor our Veterans. This program is open to the public.

Wild Kratts LIVE Stage Show Coming to the Schuster Center

Wednesday, November 11 2026

Come see the Kratt brothers LIVE at the Schuster Center Wednesday, November 11, 2026.

"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"

Thursday, November 12 2026

Two joyous musicals for the price of one! The first act of our holiday celebration is Santa Claus: The Musical. After intermission, we present The Gift of Christmas.

Winter Fest at Austin Landing

Saturday, November 14 2026

It's the holiday season at Austin Landing! Join us for our 2026 WINTER FEST & Christmas Tree Lighting ❄️ ✨ This fun, festive event begins Saturday, November 14 at 5pm

Christmas With Cantus

Saturday, November 21 2026

CHRISTMAS WITH CANTUS bringing the holiday spirit to the Victoria Theatre in Dayton, Ohio, on Saturday, November 21, 2026.

Feast of Giving - Thanksgiving in Dayton

Thursday, November 26 2026

FREE Thanksgiving meal and celebration! Join us for our annual🦃 "Feast of Giving", a traditional Thanksgiving meal with fellowship, live music and engaging activities for kids all day long.