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
Engaged: Rings from around the World
Saturday, January 17 2026 11:00am
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 one’s appearance and indicating social status.
Xaviera Simmons: Figure Eleven
Saturday, January 17 2026 11:00am
The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present Xaviera Simmons: Figure Eleven, a major solo exhibition bringing together recent works in photography, painting, video, and the world premiere of a new body of bronze sculptures.
Member's Spotlight Exhibition: Dan Cleary: Five Views of Ohio
Saturday, January 17 2026 11:00am
Dan Cleary is a professional and fine art photographer based in Dayton, Ohio, who has been creating images for many years. He has an MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art, and is known for his thoughtful, evocative photography.
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Saturday, January 17 2026 12:00pm
You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
Hawthorn Hill Tours
Saturday, January 17 2026 12:30pm
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.
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Saturday, January 17 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: 28+ pinball machines 21+ arcades!
Saturday, January 17 2026 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.
Saturday Night Fox Hollow Rodeo
Saturday, January 17 2026 6:00pm
Family Fun At Fox Hollow Rodeo held every Saturday night year round with Indoor (Oct-April) / Outdoor Arena - Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
The Gambler Returns: Kenny Rogers Tribute
Saturday, January 17 2026 7:00pm
Join us at the Arbogast Performing Arts Center as award-winning country artist Alan Turner brings the magic of Kenny Rogers to life in The Gambler Returns, a full-band tribute to the legendary American icon.
The Most Offensive Show on Earth
Saturday, January 17 2026 7:30pm
The Most Offensive Show on Earth: where comics say the things you’re not supposed to say. Unfiltered. Unapologetic. Unbelievably funny.
Jurassic Park in Concert
Saturday, January 17 2026 7:30pm
Your Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score live to picture 🎬🎺✨ January 17, 2026 at the Schuster Center
Eurydice
Saturday, January 17 2026 8:00pm
Presented by Beavercreek Community Theatre January 16 - 25, 2026 - Sarah Ruhl’s Eurydice reimagines thee classic Greek myth of Orpheus through the eyes of its heroine.
Flyin To The Hoop
Sunday, January 18 2026
#2 Nationally-Ranked High School Basketball Showcase Event - four-day event features an exciting lineup of games, bringing top talent nationwide to our community.
Young's Birthday Celebration
Sunday, January 18 2026 9:00am
Celebrate Young's Jersey Dairy Birthday with specials all over the farm!
2nd Street Market
Sunday, January 18 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.
On Par—mini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!
Sunday, January 18 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.
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Sunday, January 18 2026 11:30am
You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
Themes in Yoshitoshi’s 100 Aspects of the Moon
Sunday, January 18 2026 12:00pm
One of the outstanding series in the history of Japanese woodblock prints, Tsukioka Yoshitoshi’s 100 Aspects of the Moon is the culmination of the artist’s career.
Dayton Printmakers Cooperative: Dayton/Kyoto Invitational
Sunday, January 18 2026 12:00pm
The Dayton/Kyoto Invitational is an international print exchange between the Dayton Printmaker’s 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, January 18 2026 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 one’s appearance and indicating social status.
Riverscape Ice Skating
Sunday, January 18 2026 1:00pm
Sheltered under the covered pavilion at Riverscape, the regions largest outdoor ice rink is located in Downtown Dayton. ⚠️ BE SURE TO CHECK FOR CLOSURE ALERTS BEFORE YOU GO! ⚠️
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Sunday, January 18 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: 28+ pinball machines 21+ arcades!
Sunday, January 18 2026 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.
Eurydice
Sunday, January 18 2026 3:00pm
Presented by Beavercreek Community Theatre January 16 - 25, 2026 - Sarah Ruhl’s Eurydice reimagines thee classic Greek myth of Orpheus through the eyes of its heroine.
Flyin To The Hoop
Monday, January 19 2026
#2 Nationally-Ranked High School Basketball Showcase Event - four-day event features an exciting lineup of games, bringing top talent nationwide to our community.
Young's Birthday Celebration
Monday, January 19 2026 11:00am
Celebrate Young's Jersey Dairy Birthday with specials all over the farm!
Riverscape Ice Skating
Monday, January 19 2026 11:00am
Sheltered under the covered pavilion at Riverscape, the regions largest outdoor ice rink is located in Downtown Dayton. ⚠️ BE SURE TO CHECK FOR CLOSURE ALERTS BEFORE YOU GO! ⚠️
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Skate
Monday, January 19 2026 11:00am
Celebrate the holiday at MetroParks Ice Rink! ✨ MLK Jr. Day Skate at RiverScape MetroPark 11a-7p ✨Admission includes ice skate rental. No registration required. *Weather dependent
