Events in Dayton Ohio
Today is May 2, 2024 - Our daily calendar of events, entertainment and activities in Dayton. Includes festivals, concerts, comedy, theater, arts, live music, outdoor events, sports and more.
Events in Dayton
West Side Story
Thursday, May 02 2024 10:30am
La Comedia's "Taste of Broadway" combines a delicious buffet with live performances of the Broadway classic "West Side Story." With seating for over 600, La Comedia is Ohio's only professional dinner theatre.
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Thursday, May 02 2024 11:00am
You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
Create a Terrarium that's Uniquely You
Thursday, May 02 2024 11:00am
Our fun terrarium bar offers an abundance of plants & embellishments for you to create a beautiful, succulent, air plant or fern terrarium. Easy plant care information included!
On Par Entertainment—Now Open!
Thursday, May 02 2024 11:00am
Duck Pin Bowling, Darts, Mini-Golf, Pool, Karaoke, Shuffleboard, Food, Self-Pour Adult Beverages, Free Soft Drinks-On Par Entertainment in Beavercreek is now open!
Telling Stories: World Literature in Art
Thursday, May 02 2024 11:00am
What is your favorite story? When you think of it, do specific images come to mind? DAI Special Exhibit: Telling Stories: World Literature in Art December 9, 2023–May 26, 2024
The Artistic Life of Aka Pereyma
Thursday, May 02 2024 11:00am
Special Exhibition at the Dayton Art Institute - Weaving folk-art traditions with modern artistic styles, 'The Artistic Life of Aka Pereyma' February 17–May 12, 2024
Hand-Colored Photographs
Thursday, May 02 2024 11:00am
Exhibit at the Dayton Art Institute: Hand-Colored Photographs March 23–September 22, 2024, James M. Cox Gallery, Gallery 118
Captivating Clay: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics from the Horvitz Collection
Thursday, May 02 2024 11:00am
Special Exhibition at the Dayton Art Institute April 13–September 22, 2024, Gallery 106 Captivating Clay: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics from the Horvitz Collection
Tiny Thursdays at the DAI
Thursday, May 02 2024 11:15am
Popular child and caregiver preschool program at The Dayton Art Institute. Dates may vary, call to confirm/register before attending.
Splatter Room - Messy Fun for Everyone
Thursday, May 02 2024 12:00pm
At Pinspiration you'll get an hour of messy fun for kids and adults, including Private Splatter Roomâ„¢ and protective gear. Dress Up, Fling Paint at a canvas and take home your mast
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Thursday, May 02 2024 1:00pm
Get your axe to Beavercreek and experience Dayton's first axe throwing bar. Perfect for date night, team building, corporate parties, or fun outings with friends and family.
Level Up: 28+ pinball machines 21+ arcades!
Thursday, May 02 2024 1:00pm
Level Up Pinball Bar: 23 COINLESS Pinball machines and 12 state-of-the-art arcades. Reloadable RFID card system handles credits. Stern Tables feature Insider Connect to track your high scores and achievements.
Disney's The Lion King
Thursday, May 02 2024 2:00pm
Broadway in Dayton: Disney's The Lion King at the Schuster Center MAY 1 - MAY 12, 2024.
Introducing Thirsty Thursday at Corner Kitchen
Thursday, May 02 2024 4:00pm
Thirsty Thursday with our fantastic Bartender Tori Lee! Enjoy curated drinks, plates, and tracks from Tori and the CK team every Thursday.
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]MARGINS[
Thursday, May 02 2024 4:00pm
University of Dayton Galleries are thrilled to present ]MARGINS[, a solo exhibition by artist Migiwa Orimo. ]MARGINS[ opens at Index Gallery on May 2nd, with a reception from 4pm to 6pm. We hope to see you there!
West Side Story
Thursday, May 02 2024 5:30pm
La Comedia's "Taste of Broadway" combines a delicious buffet with live performances of the Broadway classic "West Side Story." With seating for over 600, La Comedia is Ohio's only professional dinner theatre.
2024 Preview Concert at Levitt Dayton featuring the Luv Locz Experiment
Thursday, May 02 2024 5:30pm
FREE concert: 2024 Eichelberger Concert Season Announcement Preview Concert on May 2nd, featuring the Luv Locz Experiment - free and open to the public, no ticket necessary.
Singo Music Bingo at Star City Brewing
Thursday, May 02 2024 6:00pm
A new and exciting musical spin on the traditional game of Bingo. Instead of listening for a number, players are listening for their favorite music titles on their bingo card.
Friends Craft Night Out
Thursday, May 02 2024 6:00pm
Enjoy a night of Crafting with your friends! Receive 10% off your project!
Spook-Ghetti @ The Warehouse
Thursday, May 02 2024 6:30pm
Come visit the most active hotspots within the Spaghetti Warehouse building! If you are brave enough, stay for the VIP Ghost Hunt!
Harry Potter Trivia and Costume Party at On Par
Thursday, May 02 2024 6:30pm
Celebrate Harry Potter Day (May 2) at On Par Entertainment. Trivia begins at 6:30pm with the costume contest beginning immediately afterwards. Don't miss out on the enchanting fun!
Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Englewood
Thursday, May 02 2024 7:00pm
Come to Chumps in Englewood for Live Trivia every Thursday 7pm to 10pm
International Folk Dancing
Thursday, May 02 2024 7:00pm
Join the Miami Valley Folk Dancers every Thursday evening at 7:00pm at the Michael Solomon Pavilion for fun and friendship while learning folk dances around the world.
Thursday Night Kirtan
Thursday, May 02 2024 7:00pm
Active and dynamic form of meditation using improvisational music to allow you to get out of your head and into your heart.
Near Death, Rescue, & The Search for Meaning
Thursday, May 02 2024 7:00pm
Authors Dean and Rose Waggenspack talk about a near-death experience at the St. Croix tide pools.
Dayton Dragons Baseball 2024
Thursday, May 02 2024 7:05pm
Watch the Dayton Dragons Professional Baseball Team at Day Air Ballpark (formerly Fifth Third Field) in Downtown Dayton.
Trivia with a Twist at Wings (Beavercreek)
Thursday, May 02 2024 7:30pm
Join Trivia with a Twist for live, general knowledge trivia every Thursday at Wings Sports Bar & Grille in Beavercreek.
Shuler King at Dayton Funny Bone
Thursday, May 02 2024 7:30pm
Shuler King - probably the only Comedian/Funeral Director on the comedy circuit.
