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
Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival
Saturday, August 15 2026
Join us for the Annual Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival 🌽 Always the 3rd full weekend in August! There will be approximately 180 handmade arts and crafts booths and food vendors and much more!
Kettering Block Party at The Fraze
Wednesday, August 19 2026
Celebrate at Fraze Pavilion with this FREE, fun family community event! Enjoy free entertainment on the Fraze stage and meet your friends and neighbors in Lincoln Park!
Kenny Chesney Tribute with The Poets & Pirates
Friday, August 21 2026
Join us under the pavilion as the RiverScape Summer Music Series features a Kenny Chesney Tribute with The Poets & Pirates!
The Great Darke County Fair
Friday, August 21 2026
The Great Darke County Fair in Greenville, Ohio - August 21-29, 2026.
Princess Express at the LM&M Railroad
Sunday, August 23 2026
👸 🚂 All aboard the LM&M Railroad Princess Express! Come dressed as your favorite princess for an out-of-this-world experience.
Clifton Gorge Music & Arts Festival
Friday, August 28 2026
Family festival in the Historic Village of Clifton alongside the beautiful Clifton Gorge.
National Dog Day
Friday, August 28 2026
This year’s National Dog Day celebration is Pupchella! Make crafts, play water games, socialize with other dogs (and owners) and enjoy a dog-friendly treat spread. Please review the dog park rules before attending.
The Lebanese Festival
Friday, August 28 2026
Traditional Lebanese food, cold beer and beverages, ethnic music, dance, rides and games for the kids and more!
Art For All Day - FREE ADMISSION at Dayton Art Institute
Saturday, August 29 2026
During “Art For All” Days, the Dayton Art Institute offers free admission to all museum guests, including special and focus collections.
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.
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. ⭐ NOW A FREE EVENT! ⭐
Doggie Dive City of West Carrollton at Wilson Pool
Monday, September 07 2026
Celebrate the end of pool season with your pup! Don’t miss this tail-wagging good time at Wilson Pool — it’s the last swim and it’s 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.
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 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.
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
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.
Air Force Marathon 2026
Saturday, September 19 2026
The 2026 Air Force Marathon will be on September 19, the third Saturday in September!
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.
Germantown Pretzel Festival
Saturday, September 26 2026
Come join us for the annual Germantown Pretzel Festival in Veterans Memorial Park.
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!
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!
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.
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 🧙♀️🖤
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…
