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

FREE Live Music from the Greg Abate Quartet

FREE Live Music from the Greg Abate Quartet

Wednesday, March 18 2026

Greg Abate is a jazz saxophonist, flutist, composer, and recording artist who tours internationally and spends 2 months in the UK playing clubs and festivals. 

FREE Live Music from Heather Flat and Craig Gossman

FREE Live Music from Heather Flat and Craig Gossman

Thursday, March 19 2026

Taking the stage from 7-10 pm on Thursday, March 19th, for the first time at Whisperz Speakeasy - Heather Flat and Craig Gossman! Join us early for a night to remember!

PlayStation: The Concert

PlayStation: The Concert

Thursday, March 19 2026

Dayton Live presents "PlayStation: The Concert" March 19, 2026 at The Schuster in downtown Dayton, OH 🎮 Step into the world of PlayStation™ with a groundbreaking live concert experience!

Live Music from Bill Burns & Felita Rock

Live Music from Bill Burns & Felita Rock

Friday, March 20 2026

Join us as we welcome artists Bill Burns & Felita Rock for their first show here on Friday, March 20th, from 8-11 pm.

FREE Live Music from Doug Hart Band

FREE Live Music from Doug Hart Band

Saturday, March 21 2026

Join us as we welcome the Doug Hart Band to the Whisperz Speakeasy back to the stage! They'll join us Saturday, March 21st from 8-11pm with a fantastic set of bluesy music that's sure to get your feet moving!

Skinner Pipe Organ Concerts at Dayton Art Institute

Skinner Pipe Organ Concerts at Dayton Art Institute

Sunday, March 22 2026

Hear the museum’s restored Skinner pipe organ and see the beautifully renovated Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium.

FREE Live Music from Kerry Kennard Trio

FREE Live Music from Kerry Kennard Trio

Tuesday, March 24 2026

Join us Tuesday night, March 24th, as we welcome the Kerry Kennard Trio back to the Whisperz Speakeasy stage! Tom Bresnick will perform on Bass and Dave Cousino will serenade on the Guitar.

FREE Live Music from Doug Hart Solo

FREE Live Music from Doug Hart Solo

Thursday, March 26 2026

Doug Hart takes the Whisperz Speakeasy stage solo Thursday evening, March 26th from 7-10pm alongside our Thursday $10 Martini specials when all of our premium, handcrafted martinis are just $10 all night every Thursday!

Live Music from Dan Devine and Daniel Nail

Live Music from Dan Devine and Daniel Nail

Friday, March 27 2026

Join us as we welcome artists Dan Devine and Daniel Nail for their first show here on Friday, March 27th, from 8-10 pm.

Riverdance 30: The New Generation

Riverdance 30: The New Generation

Tuesday, April 07 2026

Since RIVERDANCE first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide.

Tuesday Afternoon Tea Dance w/the Mike & Joe Duo

Tuesday Afternoon Tea Dance w/the Mike & Joe Duo

Tuesday, April 07 2026

Afternoon Dance!

Bob Dylan: Rough And Rowdy Ways Tour

Bob Dylan: Rough And Rowdy Ways Tour

Sunday, April 12 2026

Bob Dylan brings his Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour to the Schuster on April 12, 2026! 🎹 Expect a legendary performance—raw, poetic, and captivating!

The Casuals Band - free dance lessons

The Casuals Band - free dance lessons

Sunday, April 12 2026

FREE Dance Lessons

MIX 107.7 Time Warp Prom

MIX 107.7 Time Warp Prom

Thursday, April 16 2026

Get ready to party like it’s the 1980s! Great for couples, singles, a girls night out, even mini reunions.

Eastern European Heritage Experience

Eastern European Heritage Experience

Saturday, April 18 2026

Ethnic foods, local artisans, musicians, and cultural dancers - highlighting the traditions and customs of Eastern Europe. Save the date, April 18, 2026, and plan to enjoy this family- friendly festivity, free admission

Ohio Players

Ohio Players

Friday, April 24 2026

Widely regarded as one of the most influential and innovative funk bands of all time, the OHIO PLAYERS are coming back to Dayton!

Sugar Maple Festival

Sugar Maple Festival

Friday, April 24 2026

The annual Sugar Maple Festival in beautiful downtown Bellbrook, Ohio. April 24-26, 2026

Vintage Market Days® Dayton-Cincinnati

Vintage Market Days® Dayton-Cincinnati

Friday, April 24 2026

Vintage Market Days returns to the Greene County Fairgrounds for "French Garden Party" themed spring market. The place to find what you're looking for and fabulous gifts. Grab your tickets early!

Alice Cooper at The Rose

Alice Cooper at The Rose

Saturday, April 25 2026

Alice Cooper returns to Dayton in 2026 for Alice's Attic Tour at The Rose Music Center.

A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival

A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival

Friday, May 01 2026

Food, Family Fun, Dance & Music - Showcasing the ethnic backgrounds and cultures of Dayton and the greater Miami Valley at A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival.

ARTeBRATION

ARTeBRATION

Friday, May 01 2026

FREE Admission, Family Friendly, 2 Day, Rain or Shine, indoor/outdoor Celebration of the Arts! Brick City Mural Festival, Dayton Food Truck Rally, Live Music, 100+ art studios, galleries & shops...

Third Day at The Nutter Center

Third Day at The Nutter Center

Thursday, May 07 2026

Experience the iconic band that shaped Christian music — Third Day — as they reunite for their 30th Anniversary Tour at the Wright State University Nutter Center on May 7, 2026.

Kettering Children's Choir Spring Concert

Kettering Children's Choir Spring Concert

Saturday, May 09 2026

Come "See the World Throught Children's Eyes" and the beautiful voices of almost 100 singers! Two identical performances at 5:00 and 7:00 p.m.

Waynesville Street Faire

Waynesville Street Faire

Saturday, May 09 2026

Waynesville Street Faire - located in the beautiful town of Waynesville Ohio – The Antique Capital of Warren County! RAIN OR SHINE ☀️⛅🌧️🌩️

Brit Floyd - The World's Greatest Pink Floyd Show

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

Giggles & Gags! A Variety Show benefiting A Special Wish Foundation

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.

Spring Fest in the Burg

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!

Fleurs de Fête - Wine & Gourmet Food Festival

Fleurs de Fête - 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!

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