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
Dayton Restaurant Week: Summer 2026
Sunday, July 26 2026
☀️ It's Summer Restaurant Week! Try unique menus at many of Dayton's classiest places for reduced prices, all while raising money for charity 🍴
Everything Environmental Fest
Sunday, July 26 2026
Everything Environmental Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration of nature, sustainability, and outdoor exploration. This event brings together food truck, vendors, and environmental organizations for learning and fun!
Art in Bloom: DAI Signature Event
Thursday, July 30 2026
Art in Bloom offers a unique blend of elegance, inspiration and summertime joy. Stroll among floral arrangements inspired by masterpieces from the DAI permanent collection. Tickets go on sale June 18.
Lebanon Blues Festival
Friday, July 31 2026
In historic downtown Lebanon, Ohio! Enjoy blues bands, your favorite foods, and deluxe beer garden. Admission is FREE!
Dayton Art Institute: Special Interest Tour – The Art of the Pitch- A Singles Tour
Saturday, August 01 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.
Great American Beer Tasting
Saturday, August 01 2026
Popular big-name brews will sit side-by-side with some of the smallest craft beers on the market. Games and activities can also be enjoyed on the field!
Genesis Retouched: A Tribute to the Phil Collins Era of Genesis
Sunday, August 02 2026
Genesis Retouched: A Tribute to the Phil Collins Era of Genesis at Stubbs Park. Part of the 2026 Centerville Summer Concert Series.
Polish Summer Picnic
Sunday, August 02 2026
Polish Summer Festival Sunday - August 2nd 2026 (Chardon Polka Band) Polish Picnic Grounds 3690 Needmore Rd. Dayton, OH opens 2pm Music 4-8 pm Admission 10.00 per car.
Bacon Fest 2026
Saturday, August 08 2026
Awaken Bacon Nation ~ Everything is Better with Bacon! It's time to get your chops wet with BaconFest!
Englewood Art Festival
Saturday, August 08 2026
The Englewood Festival and Arts Commission is proud to present its Annual Englewood Festival featuring artisans and entertainers at Centennial Park.
St. Leonard BoomerFest 2026
Saturday, August 08 2026
BoomerFest at St. Leonard is a free, all-day community festival inspired by the Baby Boomer era, featuring live music, food trucks, local craft beers and cocktails, and a free kids’ area. Music starts at 12:15 PM!
StreetBeats Community Daze
Saturday, August 08 2026
All are welcome to the 2nd annual block party at DCDC Studios. Food, Fun games, shopping, dancing, and giveaways of bookbags filled with school supplies, there is something for everyone. Open to the public.
Live from Earth: Pat Benatar and Beyond
Sunday, August 09 2026
Named after Benatar's 1983 live album, "Live from Earth" celebrates the music of rock legend Pat Benatar. Part of the 2026 Centerville Summer Concert Series.
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
Germanfest Picnic
Friday, August 14 2026
Germanfest Picnic returns to the historic St. Anne's Hill in Dayton OH August 14-16, 2026.
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.
Taco & Nacho Fest
Saturday, August 15 2026
Taco & Nacho Fest- Nacho Typical Food Fest - returns to Austin Landing August 15 with food, music, kids activities and fireworks!
Victorian Afternoon Teas at Patterson Homestead
Sunday, August 16 2026
Join us for an authentic three course tea service by costumed interpreters and learn about the Patterson family. Advance Registration Required.
"Come From Away"
Thursday, August 20 2026
This New York Times Critics' Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers during 9/11, and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them.
Dayton's Largest Summer Wedding Show & Expo
Sunday, August 23 2026
Dayton's Largest Summer Wedding Show & Expo! Meet top local wedding pros, discover trends, sample cakes, win prizes, and plan your perfect day.
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!
Front Street's 61st Anniversary Bash
Friday, September 04 2026
Live entertainment, food truck rally, beer tent, and much more - you won't want to miss this fun throwback evening at The Front Street Art & Culture Hub in Dayton OH!
Retrobution at Riverscape
Friday, September 04 2026
It's 80's Night under the RiverScape pavilion! Break out the big hair and denim jackets for a funtastic evening featuring the biggest hits of the decade, performed by Retrobution.
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! ⭐
Vandalia Sister Cities Oktoberfest
Friday, September 11 2026
German Bands, Brats, German Potato Salad, Pretzels, Beer, Arts and Crafts, and more!
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
