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
On Par—mini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!
Thursday, October 01 2026 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.
Getting Technical: Alternative Photographic Processes
Thursday, October 01 2026 11:00am
This 2026 FotoFocus Biennial exhibition examines ways artists have used historical, non-traditional or experimental processes to make unusual and strange photographs - often through adjustments to chemistry.
Looking for Japan: Early Japanese Photography
Thursday, October 01 2026 11:00am
The Meiji period (1868–1912) encompassed great change, as traditional institutions gave way to political and social upheavals, along with the Westernization of aspects of Japanese culture.
Toms Maze & Pumpkin Farm
Thursday, October 01 2026 12:00pm
Don't settle for a cookie-cutter corn MAZE that only looks good from the air but leaves little to the imagination on the ground. Come join us as we celebrate 29 years of a-MAZE-ing fun!
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Thursday, October 01 2026 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: 30+ pinball machines 30+ arcades!
Thursday, October 01 2026 1:00pm
Level Up Pinball Bar in Beavercreek near Dayton features 30+ modern and classic coinless pinball machines and 30+ arcade games. Reloadable RFID cards, Stern Insider Connect tracking and nonstop competition!
Piqua Community Farmers Market
Thursday, October 01 2026 3:00pm
The market is located on High Street in front of the Piqua Public Library.
Halloween Hop & Howl
Thursday, October 01 2026 4:00pm
Join CWPD and local businesses for a festive, family-friendly stroll! Designed especially for preschoolers, this playful walk invites children to stop at sponsored stations along the route to collect treats.
Stand-Up Comedian Hannibal Buress to Perform at YSFF 2026
Thursday, October 01 2026 4:00pm
Join YSFF for their 2026 Kick off Party with Comedian, Actor, Writer, and Producer Hannibal Buress.
Storytelling & Collage Night
Thursday, October 01 2026 5:00pm
Presented in conjunction with Ella Kraimer's current exhibition, Appearances. No experience necessary to participate. FREE and open to all.
"Something Rotten"
Thursday, October 01 2026 5:30pm
Something Rotten! is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy, show-within-a-show hailed by Time Out New York as “The funniest musical comedy in at least 400 years.”
Halloween Haunt at Kings Island
Thursday, October 01 2026 6:00pm
Roller coasters won't be the only attractions conjuring up screams during the fall at Kings Island. Halloween Haunt comes screaming back select Nights Fall 2026
Niederman Family Farm Fall Festival
Thursday, October 01 2026 6:00pm
Fall activities including a 14 acre corn maze and pumpkin patch! September & October in Liberty Township.
$10 Martinis every Thursday at Whisperz Speakeasy
Thursday, October 01 2026 6:00pm
Every Thursday night we're handcrafting an array of different martinis for just $10 each. Join us to enjoy a classic favorite or indulge in something new and delicious.
History Mystery, Mayhem & Murder Lantern Tour at Woodland Cemetery
Thursday, October 01 2026 6:30pm
Inventors, bank robbers, counterfeiting and murder - tour off the beaten path among the gravestones you've probably never stopped to look at.
Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Englewood
Thursday, October 01 2026 7:00pm
Come to Chumps in Englewood for Live Trivia every Thursday 7pm to 10pm
Thursday Night Kirtan & Prasadam
Thursday, October 01 2026 7:00pm
Put simply, kirtan is the use of call and response singing (using sacred mantras and the names of the Divine) to cultivate love and devotion.
Ali Siddiq: The Custom Fit Tour
Thursday, October 01 2026 7:00pm
Dayton Live and Outback Presents Ali Siddiq LIVE at the historic Victoria Theatre in downtown Dayton
Matt Banwart @ Bricky's Comedy Club
Thursday, October 01 2026 7:30pm
Originally from Chicago, now based out of much warmer Austin, TX, Matt Banwart was host/founder of Roast Battle Chicago at Zanies for 3 years, where the show won Best Independent Comedy Show in Chicago.
Karaoke at Ziggy's
Thursday, October 01 2026 8:00pm
Thursday night karaoke at Ziggy’s in West Carrollton! Join Rabbit Run Entertainment every Thursday from 8 PM–midnight for music, singing, and fun.
YSFF 2026 Opening Night: Stealing Magic with magicians Andi Gladwin and David Williamson
Thursday, October 01 2026 8:00pm
Come see the amazing, "Stealing Magic" (World Premiere Tribeca '26) with performances by world renowned magicians Andi Gladwin & David Williamson + Q&A.
The Yellow Springs Film Festival
Friday, October 02 2026
The Yellow Springs Film Festival is a celebration of creativity, connection and innovative performances exhibiting narrative and documentary feature films, shorts of all genres, stand up comedy and live music.
Fore the Love of Downtown Golf Scramble
Friday, October 02 2026 9:00am
DTCP’s October 2 fundraiser will support community holiday programming while promising golfers a scramble that is anything but ordinary
"Something Rotten"
Friday, October 02 2026 10:30am
Something Rotten! is a laugh-out-loud musical comedy, show-within-a-show hailed by Time Out New York as “The funniest musical comedy in at least 400 years.”
Cowvins Corny Corn Maze Youngs Dairy
Friday, October 02 2026 11:00am
Cowvin, the baby of the Cow Family, has created a fun maze at Young's Jersey Dairy – come see if you can conquer it! August 2nd – November 2nd, 2025 from 11am-6pm
Pick Your Own Pumpkins at Youngs Dairy
Friday, October 02 2026 11:00am
Every year we prepare one of our fields for pumpkins. This year we planted more pumpkins and more varieties than ever before! Daily from September 19 - October 25 from 11am-6pm
2nd Street Market
Friday, October 02 2026 11:00am
Reminiscent of European markets, 2nd Street Market is alive with local growers, bakers, culinary specialists, artisans, people, and activity during market hours. OUTDOOR MARKET NOW OPEN!
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Friday, October 02 2026 11:00am
You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
