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
Eaton Boosters Annual Holiday Craft Show & Music Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026
3 gyms with over 75 vendors. Musical performances throughout the day. Concession, bake sale, raffle, silent auction.
Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting City of West Carrollton
Saturday, December 05 2026
Celebrate the season with horse-drawn wagon rides, a festive Luminary Walk around the Civic Center, WCHS choir and orchestra performances, letters to Santa, free photos with Santa, and a magical tree-lighting ceremony.
Huber Heights Holiday Event & Tree Lighting
Saturday, December 05 2026
Come join us for our Christmas tree lighting & Holiday Drone Show at the Governance Center in Huber Heights!
Kettering Civic Band Winter Concert at KFHS
Saturday, December 05 2026
Kettering Civic Band Concert Saturday, December 5, 2026, at Kettering Fairmont High School Auditorium. Directed by Catherine Abner.
All About Podcasting
Tuesday, December 08 2026
Curious about starting a podcast but don’t know where to begin? The Miami Valley Communications Council is offering a free one-hour podcasting workshop with lots of time on the mic and training at their new podcasting center.
Elmer the Elf Day at Lula Bell
Saturday, December 12 2026
Join us for a joyful, magical day made especially for little shoppers!
Photographers David Doubilet & Jennifer Hayes Speaking in Dayton
Sunday, December 13 2026
Underwater photographer David Doubilet and scientist and photographer Jennifer Hayes are speaking at the Victoria Theatre in Dayton, Ohio, Sunday, December 13, 2026.
Noon Year's Eve Celebration City of West Carrollton
Thursday, December 31 2026
Join us for a Noon Year’s Eve Celebration designed just for kids, complete with a balloon drop at noon and a full lineup of fun, hands-on activities.
