Concerts & Live Music in Dayton Ohio
Live music, concerts and entertainment, this is your guide to the best local music events around Dayton.
Concerts & Live Music in Dayton
Collier Chapel Sessions
Thursday, May 14 2026
5 part concert series featuring a variety of very talented artists. Pre-show party with food trucks, yard games, and music before 2 great artists at each show all In the historic collier chapel!
Jazz & Beyond at Dayton Art Institute
Thursday, May 14 2026
Jazz & Beyond 🎷series is back in 2026 with a seven-show season at the Dayton Art Institute 🎶
Live Music from Tori Lee Solo at Whisperz Speakeasy
Thursday, May 14 2026
Taking the stage from 7-10pm on Thursday, May 14th, Tori Lee will enchant with an evening of elegantly reimagined hits and a selection of classic tunes alongside our Thursday $10 Martini specials at Whisperz Speakeasy.
Brit Floyd - The World's Greatest Pink Floyd Show
Friday, May 15 2026
The definitive live Pink Floyd experience! Following five consecutive years of sold-out shows, Brit Floyd- “The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show” returns to the Rose Music Center stage
FREE Live Music from Anthony Saxtone Arrington
Friday, May 15 2026
Taking the stage from 8-11 pm on Friday, May 15th, returning to Whisperz Speakeasy - Anthony Saxtone Arrington joins us for a night to remember!
Giggles & Gags! A Variety Show benefiting A Special Wish Foundation
Friday, May 15 2026
Giggles & Gags is a family-friendly variety show at The Brightside featuring comedy, magic, live music, and a silent auction, supporting granting the Special Wishes of local children battling life-threatening illnesses.
Live Country Music by Britches Down at the Wandering Griffin
Friday, May 15 2026
Country night is on the calendar. Britches Down live at Wandering Griffin — Fri May 15 (6–10pm) | NO COVER CHARGE
Shock Theater Live: A Multimedia Rock-Theater Performance
Friday, May 15 2026
SHOCK THEATRE LIVE is a multimedia rock and roll theater piece that follows five misfit kids as they attend a concert by their favorite band 🎸🎶 The Creepy Crawlers 🕷️🕸️
Spring Fest in the Burg
Friday, May 15 2026
Celebrate spring in Miamisburg with 3 days of local art, live music, food trucks, carnival rides & community fun—May 15–17, 2026 at Riverfront Park!
The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess
Friday, May 15 2026
From folk to blues, to spirituals, to jazz, to Broadway theater music, and classical to create what is considered by many to be the greatest American opera.
FREE Live Music from The Night Owls
Saturday, May 16 2026
Taking the stage from 8-11 pm on Saturday, May 16th, for the first time at Whisperz Speakeasy - The Night Owls joins us for a night to remember!
Music of The Bee Gees
Saturday, May 16 2026
“You Should Be Dancing” as the APAC brings the 2025-2026 season to a close in spectacular style!
PRIDE ROCKS! A suicide prevention program
Saturday, May 16 2026
Pride Rocks! is a suicide prevention program promoting suicide prevention in the LGBTQ+ Community. Enjoy local meals from a food trucks, connect with local providers, check out local vendors and listen to LGBTQ musicians!
Women's Wine & Chocolate Walk 2026
Saturday, May 16 2026
Wine, chocolate, music, shopping and games - bring your friends to the best ladies day out!
Dayton Masonic Center Centennial Cornerstone Celebration & Open House with Culture Works
Sunday, May 17 2026
The Dayton Masonic Center is celebrating 100 years since the laying of its cornerstone. Join us for a day of music, art, food, and enjoying this remarkable building!
Fleurs de FĂŞte - Wine & Gourmet Food Festival
Sunday, May 17 2026
Held each May, Fleurs de Fete is Carillon Historical Park's original "party in the park." Guests enjoy more than 400 wine samplings & delicious bites! Enter through Carillon Brewing, the event is held behind the brewery.
Skinner Pipe Organ Concerts at Dayton Art Institute
Sunday, May 17 2026
Hear the museum’s restored Skinner pipe organ and see the beautifully renovated Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium.
FREE Live Music from Classical Guitarist Danny Voris
Tuesday, May 19 2026
Danny is a local musician, performer, and educator of over 40 years who specializes in instrumental solo music and is sure to knock your socks off with his talent!
Whisperz Speakeasy Tuesday Wine Specials
Tuesday, May 19 2026
We're pouring amazing boutique wines from independent winemakers around the world, join us for a glass at half price or a bottle at 10% off!!! Indulge in something new and delicious that you're not likely to find elsewhere!
Art Escape: Penthouse Escape
Wednesday, May 20 2026
Art Escapes are designed to feel welcoming, social, and a little bit magical. A sunset gathering high above the city featuring European-inspired nibbles and wines, live music from Sandy & Michael Bashaw, and skyline views.
Come As You Are: Open House at Whisperz Speakeasy
Wednesday, May 20 2026
Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month for our Come As You Are Open House! No dress code, free live music, delectable small plated, delicious handcrafted cocktails & mocktails, specialty teas, coffees, desserts, and more!
FREE Live Music from Golden Hour
Wednesday, May 20 2026
Taking the stage from 7-10 pm on Wednesday, May 20th, for the first time at Whisperz Speakeasy - Golden Hour joins us for a night to remember! Golden Hour is a relaxing performance with stellar musicianship and sultry vocals.
Whisperz Whiskey Wednesdays
Wednesday, May 20 2026
Whisperz Speakasy Whiskey Wednesday Specials: 25% off standard whiskey, scotch & bourbon pours and cocktails all night on Wednesday from open til close, 4p til 11pm alongside fabulous live music!
FREE Live Music from Doug Hart Solo
Thursday, May 21 2026
Doug Hart takes the Whisperz Speakeasy stage solo Thursday May 21st and June 18th from 7-10 pm alongside our Thursday $10 Martini specials when all of our premium, handcrafted martinis are just $10 all night every Thursday!
Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival
Friday, May 22 2026
Live entertainment, Memorial Day Parade, Carnival rides, Kayaking or canoeing on the lake and much more!
FREE Live Music from Heather & The Swing Set
Friday, May 22 2026
One of our club favorites returning to Whisperz Speakeasy — Heather & The Swing Set. This vocally led jazz ensemble will take the stage for a night of unforgettable live music!
George Thorogood and The Destroyers at The Rose
Friday, May 22 2026
George Thorogood & The Destroyers: The Baddest Show on Earth with The Marshall Tucker Band at The Rose.
Star City Concert Series - FREE Concerts at Riverfront Park
Friday, May 22 2026
Join us for FREE live music on the Ginkgo Stage in the newly renovated Riverfront Park in Miamisburg on select Fridays this summer!
