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!
Friday, November 20 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
Friday, November 20 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
Friday, November 20 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
Friday, November 20 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.
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Friday, November 20 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!
Friday, November 20 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!
Friday Happy Hour at Loose Ends Brewing
Friday, November 20 2026 2:00pm
Ease into the weekend at Loose Ends Brewing! Every Friday, 2 - 5:30 PM, enjoy $4 on select pints, $6 cocktails, and food specials starting at $5.
Christmas Tree Lighting at The Greene
Friday, November 20 2026 5:00pm
Celebrate the holiday season at The Greene! Join us for our Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration & Santa Arrival Parade on Friday, November 20.
"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"
Friday, November 20 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
Friday, November 20 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.
LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar
Friday, November 20 2026 6:00pm
Join us every Friday night at 6pm for Dayton's Best LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar! We have FREE CHIPS AND SALSA for our Trivia Players and a Mystery Box full of prizes for our winners!
Art21 Screening: Human Nature
Friday, November 20 2026 6:00pm
A screening of the Art21 episode “Human Nature.” Hosted by The Contemporary Dayton & Art21 Screening Society. Attendance is limited. Free and open to all with registration. This event is presented in collaboration with Art2
Nurse Blake But Did You Die? Comedy Tour
Friday, November 20 2026 7:00pm
Nurse Blake is back with his hilarious new comedy tour with all-new content, diving into the wildest things patients and their families say and do.
Goddess Kirtan at TRG
Friday, November 20 2026 7:00pm
Join us for a playful, soulful gathering of song, rhythm, and devotion. Our voices will be the instrument of prayer as we honor our sisters, our mothers, the earth beneath us, and the moon above us.
Four Old Broads: Christmas Extravaganza
Friday, November 20 2026 7:30pm
Actor's Theatre Fairborn presents Four Old Broads: Christmas Extravaganza
Social Vintage Dance Lessons Friday Nights
Friday, November 20 2026 7:45pm
We socially dance many types of historical and modern dances. Our emphasis is typically on having fun with partnered social dances, but we also do set dances, circle dances, line dances, and solo dance as well.
Karaoke at Ziggy's
Friday, November 20 2026 8:00pm
Friday night karaoke at Ziggy’s in West Carrollton! Join Rabbit Run Entertainment every Friday from 8 PM–midnight for music, singing, and fun.
Wright State Theatre Presents PIPPIN'
Friday, November 20 2026 8:00pm
The beloved musical with an allegorical story of a young prince’s search for meaning, magic, and his corner of the sky.
Dayton Playhouse presents THE CRUCIBLE
Friday, November 20 2026 8:00pm
Timeless. Powerful. Uncomfortably relevant. The Crucible is a gripping examination of hysteria, morality, and the cost of standing alone.
2nd Street Market
Saturday, November 21 2026 9:00am
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!
Bartosz Beda and Ellen Moore Osborne Exhibit Artwork at Sinclair Community College
Saturday, November 21 2026 9:00am
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.
Breakfast with Investors
Saturday, November 21 2026 9:00am
Our member investors love getting together for breakfast (on our own) on the weekend and share their knowledge and experiences of both the good and the bad in RE investing!
TGG Snuggle Bubble & Coffee
Saturday, November 21 2026 9:00am
What’s better than coffee on a Saturday morning? Coffee in the Snuggle Bubble with goats. ☕🐐 Sip your coffee or hot chocolate and spend a cozy half hour with our goat FRIENDS.
St. Luke the Evangelist Christmas Bazaar
Saturday, November 21 2026 9:30am
ST LUKE CHRISTMAS BAZAAR: The annual St Luke Christmas Bazaar takes place at St Luke School, 1442 N Fairfield Road in Beavercreek. Saturday November 21, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm & Sunday November 22, 12:00 noon – 3:00 pm.
Hawthorn Hill Tours
Saturday, November 21 2026 10:00am
With its white pillars and twin porches, Hawthorn Hill has long been synonymous with Orville Wright and the Wright family. Wednesdays and Saturdays prepaid advance reservations required.
Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell
Saturday, November 21 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
Saturday, November 21 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.)
