Food & Drink events around Dayton

From pizza to prime rib, and happy hour to wine tastings, find food and beverage specials around the Dayton area.

Food & Drink in Dayton

Art Lunch at Rosewood Arts Center

Thursday, August 13 2026

Art Lunch at Rosewood Arts Center - every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month!

Big Brothers Big Sisters: Annual Bright Nights Sunset Social Hour

Thursday, August 13 2026

Big Brothers Big Sisters Miami Valley will host its annual Bright Nights sunset social hour, Thursday August 13th from 6:00 – 9:00 PM at Benham's Grove in Centerville, Ohio.

Bike Nights at the 1572 Roadhouse Bar-B-Q

Thursday, August 13 2026

Bike Night on the picturesque Ohio Renaissance Festival Grounds. Motorcycles, entertainment on the Roadhouse's outdoor stage, cold brews, and some of the best barbecue in the state.

Business with a Bite: Huber Heights' Annual State of the Community Address

Thursday, August 13 2026

Join Huber Heights' Annual State of the Community Address featuring regional leaders sharing updates on business, government, education, and the future of our community. COnnect, Grow, & Thrive!

Culture Kitchen: Taste of Farm to Table

Thursday, August 13 2026

Join 2nd Street Market vendors The Narrow Way Farm and Vegan IT Iz as they delight you with tastings of the season.

FREE Live Music from Sonny's Solo Blues

Thursday, August 13 2026

Joining us Thursday, August 13th is Sonny’s Solo Blues, more than just a Blues-Rock artist, award-winning guitar player Sonny Moorman balances his signature smoking-hot riffs with a hard-rocking precision.

Jazz & Beyond at Dayton Art Institute

Thursday, August 13 2026

Jazz & Beyond 🎷series is back in 2026 with a seven-show season at the Dayton Art Institute 🎶

Thursday Night Cornhole Tournament at MVSB

Thursday, August 13 2026

EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT 🤑 SINGLES TOURNAMENT SIGN UP STARTS AT 6:30PM BAGS FLY 7:00PM $10 per person - 100% payout Bar matches 100% It’s that simple. Are YOU game?🙂‍↕️👀 see you there!

2nd Street Market

Friday, August 14 2026

Reminiscent of European markets, 2nd Street Market is alive with local growers, bakers, culinary specialists, artisans, people, and activity during market hours. OUTDOOR MARKET NOW OPEN!

Back 2 School Bash

Friday, August 14 2026

Kick off the school year with a FREE day of family fun at the Kroc! Cool off at Kroc Pond, dive into our foam party, bounce on giant inflatables and bounce houses, and enjoy free food and ice cream!

Bellbrook Lions Club SummerFest

Friday, August 14 2026

Join us for games, carnival rides, crafts, live entertainment, food, drinks and more at our Annual Bellbrook Lions Club SummerFest

Dayton Taco Fest

Friday, August 14 2026

Join us for a ton of incredible tacos, from traditional to modern, from some amazing food trucks at The Brightside , downtown Dayton

Friday Night Biergarten at Edelweiss German Club

Friday, August 14 2026

You are cordially invited to The German Club Edelweiss for our Friday Night Biergarten! This summer event is held at our outdoor shelter from 6pm to 10 pm. Gates open at 5:30pm.

Germanfest Picnic

Friday, August 14 2026

Germanfest Picnic returns to the historic St. Anne's Hill in Dayton OH August 14-16, 2026.

Live Music from G. Scott Jones & The Freedom Ensemble

Friday, August 14 2026

Join us as we welcome G. Scott Jones & the Freedom Ensemble to the Whisperz Speakeasy stage on Friday, August 14th, from 8-11 pm. It's going to be a groovin', swingin', funky Jazz experience you don't want to miss!

LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar

Friday, August 14 2026

Join us every Friday night at 6pm for Dayton's Best LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar! We have FREE CHIPS AND SALSA for our Trivia Players and a Mystery Box full of prizes for our winners!

Runway Fest

Friday, August 14 2026

Runway Fest is a free community event made for families and aircraft enthusiasts. An array of activities and entertainment: inflatables, food trucks, plus live music by The Karate Girls and Fireworks by Rozzi.

Social Vintage Dance Lessons Friday Nights

Friday, August 14 2026

We socially dance many types of historical and modern dances. Our emphasis is typically on having fun with partnered social dances, but we also do set dances, circle dances, line dances, and solo dance as well.

Spook-Ghetti Warehouse VIP XTREME AFTER HOURS HAUNTING

Friday, August 14 2026

A rare extended-hours experience inside Dayton's haunted Spaghetti Warehouse. Enjoy a 3-course dinner, storytelling, and guided tour before continuing deeper into the night with optional Xtreme VIP after-hours ghost hunting.

Biergarten

Saturday, August 15 2026

Join us on the third Saturday of every month. Food and drinks will be for sale with rotating specials. Enjoy German music, trivia and a great evening with friends!

Corvettes & Coffee Cruise-In at the Museum

Saturday, August 15 2026

🚗🛩️ Corvette Cruise-In #1 – at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force! 🛩️🚗 Free to spectators at the Air Force Museum!

Dayton African American Cultural Festival

Saturday, August 15 2026

Experience the heart and soul of African American culture right here in Dayton! This family-friendly celebration features three dynamic stages filled with music, culture, and unforgettable performances.

Dayton Art Institute: Special Interest Tour – The Art of the Pitch- A Singles Tour

Saturday, August 15 2026

This singles event gets a creative twist! Instead of the usual introductions, your friends take the spotlight by “pitching” you to the group with handpicked artworks that capture your vibe, personality, or sense of humor.

Etown Shakedown Music & Arts Festival

Saturday, August 15 2026

The Fourth Annual E-Town Shakedown Music & Arts Festival is a family-friendly celebration of live music, local art, food, and community!

FREE Live Music from Satin Smooth Project

Saturday, August 15 2026

Join us as we welcome the Satin Smooth Project to the Whisperz Speakeasy stage on Saturday, August 15th, from 8-11 pm. It's going to be an exciting jazz experience you don't want to miss!