Events in Dayton Ohio

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Events in Dayton

Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell

Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell

Thursday, November 19 2026 10:00am

🎅 Bring the magic of Christmas to life by mailing your letter to Santa in the special red North Pole Mailbox located in front of Lula Bell, Whimsical Art & Stationery at 23 Park Ave., Oakwood, OH 45419

"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"

"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"

Thursday, November 19 2026 10:30am

Two joyous musicals for the price of one! The first act of our holiday celebration is Santa Claus: The Musical. After intermission, we present The Gift of Christmas.

#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!

#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!

Thursday, November 19 2026 11:00am

You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!

On Par—mini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!

On Par—mini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!

Thursday, November 19 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.

Looking for Japan: Early Japanese Photography

Looking for Japan: Early Japanese Photography

Thursday, November 19 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.

Wall Power! Spectacular Quilts from the American Folk Art Museum

Wall Power! Spectacular Quilts from the American Folk Art Museum

Thursday, November 19 2026 11:00am

Quilts are America’s great art experiment: monumental compositions in color, pattern, geometry and representation, and traditionally, quilts are made mostly by women.

Good Book: Bible Stories from the Collection

Good Book: Bible Stories from the Collection

Thursday, November 19 2026 11:00am

For hundreds of years, the Bible has been the most-printed and best-selling book in the world. It has served as a continual inspiration for visual art.

Monthly Cinephile Club at Wright Library

Monthly Cinephile Club at Wright Library

Thursday, November 19 2026 12:00pm

Trade your phone screen for the big screen with a watch-and-discuss film each month at Wright Library.

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

Thursday, November 19 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!

Level Up: 30+ pinball machines 30+ arcades!

Thursday, November 19 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!

Paws to Read

Paws to Read

Thursday, November 19 2026 4:30pm

Read to a dog from the Miami Pet Therapy Association to help your confidence and love of reading grow.

Collage Night

Collage Night

Thursday, November 19 2026 5:00pm

Come get creative in a relaxed gallery setting. No experience necessary. Free for Members of The Contemporary Dayton, $10 at the door for non-Members.

"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"

"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"

Thursday, November 19 2026 5:30pm

Two joyous musicals for the price of one! The first act of our holiday celebration is Santa Claus: The Musical. After intermission, we present The Gift of Christmas.

Land of Illusion Christmas Glow

Land of Illusion Christmas Glow

Thursday, November 19 2026 6:00pm

Our Christmas Glow and Christmas Village and Drive-Thru are here to create memories and celebrate the season with your family! Middletown, OH.

$10 Martinis every Thursday at Whisperz Speakeasy

$10 Martinis every Thursday at Whisperz Speakeasy

Thursday, November 19 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.

Jameson Night: An Evening of Whiskey, Food & Live Music

Jameson Night: An Evening of Whiskey, Food & Live Music

Thursday, November 19 2026 6:00pm

Loved Bourbon Night? Join us for Jameson Night—an evening of Irish whiskey, great food, live music & good company, sponsored by Dublin 7. Gather friends, reserve a table, & enjoy a relaxed evening of flavors, fun and friends.

Community Harvest Feast

Community Harvest Feast

Thursday, November 19 2026 6:00pm

Come join us for a harvest feast powered by members and entrepreneurs' of the West Branch Community. Registration is required for each participant in order to receive a meal.

Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Englewood

Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Englewood

Thursday, November 19 2026 7:00pm

Come to Chumps in Englewood for Live Trivia every Thursday 7pm to 10pm

Thursday Night Kirtan & Prasadam

Thursday Night Kirtan & Prasadam

Thursday, November 19 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.

Wright State Theatre Presents PIPPIN'

Wright State Theatre Presents PIPPIN'

Thursday, November 19 2026 7:30pm

The beloved musical with an allegorical story of a young prince’s search for meaning, magic, and his corner of the sky.

Grounds for Discussion, A Leadership Mastermind Series

Grounds for Discussion, A Leadership Mastermind Series

Friday, November 20 2026 8:00am

Grounds for Discussion is the Huber Heights Chamber of Commerce monthly morning leadership mastermind, led by Executive Director Mason Hutton. Please RSVP to help plan for donuts and coffee.

Bartosz Beda and Ellen Moore Osborne Exhibit Artwork at Sinclair Community College

Bartosz Beda and Ellen Moore Osborne Exhibit Artwork at Sinclair Community College

Friday, November 20 2026 8:00am

The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present “Owing to the Absence: Selections” by Bartosz Beda along with “The Architecture of Memory” by Ellen Moore Osborne.

Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell

Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell

Friday, November 20 2026 10:00am

🎅 Bring the magic of Christmas to life by mailing your letter to Santa in the special red North Pole Mailbox located in front of Lula Bell, Whimsical Art & Stationery at 23 Park Ave., Oakwood, OH 45419

Holiday Bazaar - Shiloh Church UCC

Holiday Bazaar - Shiloh Church UCC

Friday, November 20 2026 10:00am

Handmade Crafts, Holiday Decor, Pies, Cookies, Cafe, Candy, Country Store, Mincemeat, Raffles, and Local Artisans Dinner on Friday 4:30-5:30pm ($8.00 for baked chicken w/ gravy, baked potato, green beans, roll, dessert, bev.)

Shop Pink Friday With Us

Shop Pink Friday With Us

Friday, November 20 2026 10:00am

Pink Friday is a small business spin on the traditional Black Friday shopping experience, encouraging people to #ShopSmallFirst. To celebrate, we want to give you a FREE surprise gift when you spend $100 or more!

"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"

"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"

Friday, November 20 2026 10:30am

Two joyous musicals for the price of one! The first act of our holiday celebration is Santa Claus: The Musical. After intermission, we present The Gift of Christmas.

2nd Street Market

2nd Street Market

Friday, November 20 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!

#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!

Friday, November 20 2026 11:00am

You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!

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