Events in Dayton Ohio
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
North Pole Express Train Ride
Sunday, December 14 2025
All Aboard Nov & Dec - Experience the Joy of the Holidays! Hop aboard our North Pole Express with Santa and his elves for a magical train ride through beautiful Warren County.
Victorian Afternoon Teas at Patterson Homestead
Sunday, December 14 2025
Join us for an authentic three course tea service by costumed interpreters and learn about the Patterson family. Advance Registration Required.
6 Drive-Thru Christmas light displays around Dayton
Sunday, December 14 2025
Christmas 2025 - Gather your family and take a drive to enjoy Christmas lights from the safety and comfort of your own car! Here are 6 Christmas drive light displays around Dayton in 2025.
Dear Santa
Sunday, December 14 2025 8:00am
A special mailbox right here in the lobby of the Civic Center is waiting for your letters to Santa!
Breakfast with Santa at 2nd Street Market
Sunday, December 14 2025 8:30am
Don't miss Santa's annual visit to the Market for a tasty buffet breakfast. *Pre-registration is required
Homerun the Holidays - Dick's House of Sport
Sunday, December 14 2025 9:00am
đCelebrate the season with our Homerun the Holidays! The contest runs November 24-December 20, and each participant gets 3 swings per entry with one entry per day. đ°Entry Fee: $5 per entry and each entry gets 3 swings.
2nd Street Market
Sunday, December 14 2025 11:00am
Reminiscent of European markets, 2nd Street Market is alive with local growers, bakers, culinary specialists, artisans, people, and activity during market hours.
On Parâmini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!
Sunday, December 14 2025 11:00am
Duck Pin Bowling, Darts, Mini-Golf, Pool, Karaoke, Shuffleboard, Food, Self-Pour Adult Beverages, Free Soft Drinks and more! On Par Entertainment is located in Beavercreek, across from The Greene.
Scrooge! The Musical
Sunday, December 14 2025 11:00am
La Comedia's unique combination of delicious dining and Broadway-style live entertainment is "A Taste of Broadway" unlike anything else in Ohio! After your meal, your family will enjoy Scrooge! The Musical.
Christkindlmarkt
Sunday, December 14 2025 12:00pm
Come join us for our traditional German Christkindlmarkt at The Dayton German Club!
Themes in Yoshitoshiâs 100 Aspects of the Moon
Sunday, December 14 2025 12:00pm
One of the outstanding series in the history of Japanese woodblock prints, Tsukioka Yoshitoshiâs 100 Aspects of the Moon is the culmination of the artistâs career.
The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art
Sunday, December 14 2025 12:00pm
From the rich holdings of the Chrysler Museum of Art, view 120 Art Nouveau treasures by Tiffany, Mucha, GallĂŠ, Beardsley, and many others. The DAI is the exclusive Ohio venue for this traveling exhibit. Oct 18âJan 11
Dayton Printmakers Cooperative: Dayton/Kyoto Invitational
Sunday, December 14 2025 12:00pm
The Dayton/Kyoto Invitational is an international print exchange between the Dayton Printmakerâs Cooperative and Gen Studio Group in Kyoto, Japan, which has been taking place since 2003. The 2025 theme is "Water."
Engaged: Rings from around the World
Sunday, December 14 2025 12:00pm
Throughout human history, people have loved putting things on their fingers. Often made with precious materials, they serve a wide range of purposes, from enhancing oneâs appearance and indicating social status.
Strange Worlds: Photographs by Jay Hoops
Sunday, December 14 2025 12:00pm
For commercial and fine art photographer Jay Hoops, exploration and experimentation drove her work using Polaroid format to create dreamy, atmospheric scenes. This exhibition is exclusive to the Dayton Art Institute.
Riverscape Ice Skating
Sunday, December 14 2025 1:00pm
Sheltered under the covered pavilion at Riverscape, the regions largest outdoor ice rink is located in Downtown Dayton. â ď¸ BE SURE TO CHECK FOR CLOSURE ALERTS BEFORE YOU GO! â ď¸
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Sunday, December 14 2025 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!
Sunday, December 14 2025 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.
The One with Goats & Cookies
Sunday, December 14 2025 2:00pm
Nothing better than cookies with FRIENDS
Sinclair Theatre presents âTwas: A Holiday Musical
Sunday, December 14 2025 2:00pm
A family-fun holiday musical! When the family pets are left alone on Christmas Eve, they are visited by the neighborhood animals who teach them that humans celebrate winter holidays in different ways.
Dayton Ballet's The Nutcracker
Sunday, December 14 2025 2:30pm
Brandon Raglandâs The Nutcracker returns, bringing holiday magic back to Dayton! The Dayton Ballet & the Dayton Philharmonic present The Nutcracker at the Schuster Center.
Home For The Holidays with the Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra
Sunday, December 14 2025 3:00pm
Home For The Holidays with the Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra at the Dayton Masonic Center.
Dirty Deeds at the Depot by Gary McCarver
Sunday, December 14 2025 3:00pm
Dirty Deeds at the Depot aka Professor Mack's Miracle Elixir of Life -presented by Xenia Area Community Theater
Light Sensitive
Sunday, December 14 2025 3:00pm
Navigating loneliness and isolation, two souls find hopeâand each otherâjust when they need it most. Dayton Theatre Guild presents Light Sensitive Season Extra By Jim Geoghan Dec. 5â14 at the The Caryl D. Philips TheatreScape
The One with Goats & Winter Crafts
Sunday, December 14 2025 3:00pm
Craft. Connect. Cuddle goats. Repeat.
Christmas Spectacular - Christmas Classics Concert
Sunday, December 14 2025 3:00pm
Soak in the sounds of Christmas with the Centerville Community Band - See Elvis Aaron Presley, Jr.(He's the real deal!), Sunday, Dec. 14th, 3:00 PM at Carillon Historical Park's indoor Eichelberger Pavilion.
Christmas in the Air
Sunday, December 14 2025 4:00pm
A first-class Broadway-style song and dance variety production, wrapped up in a warm, fun, and feel-good holiday story, complete with a visit from Santa!
