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
Members' Appreciation Happy Hour
Thursday, April 09 2026 5:00pm
As a special perk of membership, The Contemporary Dayton invites you to our Quarterly Members’ Happy Hour—an exclusive opportunity to unwind with fellow art enthusiasts in a vibrant, creative setting.
Open Studio Sessions
Thursday, April 09 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.
Jesus Christ Superstar
Thursday, April 09 2026 5:30pm
A global phenomenon that has wowed audiences for over 50 years, Jesus Christ Superstar is a timeless work told entirely through the music and lyrics of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.
Curated: A DAI Signature Event
Thursday, April 09 2026 6:00pm
Back for its second year, Curated offers you an opportunity to sample a variety of handcrafted cocktails created by the region’s best bartenders while raising funds for art protection and preservation.
Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Englewood
Thursday, April 09 2026 7:00pm
Come to Chumps in Englewood for Live Trivia every Thursday 7pm to 10pm
Thursday Night Kirtan & Prasadam
Thursday, April 09 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.
Kirtan w/ Special Guest Raghunauth Das
Thursday, April 09 2026 7:00pm
We're honored to welcome Raghunath Das to our Thursday night kirtan this week, bringing his decades of devotional practice and unmistakable energy to our chanting community!
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships
Friday, April 10 2026
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships return to Dayton in 2025. Color Guard, Percussion & Winds Competitions
2026 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition
Friday, April 10 2026 8:00am
The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present the 2026 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition.
Dick's House of Sport Homeschool PE
Friday, April 10 2026 10:00am
Wednesdays and Fridays 10-11:30 AM
Whitney Sage X Nicholas Hill Exhibitions
Friday, April 10 2026 10:00am
Date: March 9 - April 11, 2026 Time: Hours of Operation Closing Reception and Artist Talks: Saturday, Aprill 11, 2026 1 - 3 p.m.
Brain Health Exhibit at Wright Library
Friday, April 10 2026 10:00am
Dayton's Brain Health Collective shares important information about brain health in this educational exhibit.
Jesus Christ Superstar
Friday, April 10 2026 10:30am
A global phenomenon that has wowed audiences for over 50 years, Jesus Christ Superstar is a timeless work told entirely through the music and lyrics of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.
2nd Street Market
Friday, April 10 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.
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Friday, April 10 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!
Friday, April 10 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.
Engaged: Rings from around the World
Friday, April 10 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.
Tony Foster, Exploring Time: A Painter’s Perspective
Friday, April 10 2026 11:00am
In a world where environmental change is often conveyed through striking images of global warming, Foster offers a different perspective, one that considers Earth’s continual evolution and the visible traces of time’s passage
Exploring Feminism
Friday, April 10 2026 11:00am
Presenting feminist artwork from the newly acquired Sara M. and Michelle Vance Waddell Collection, this three-part, rotating exhibition will demystify the origins, history and commitments of the feminist movement.
Symbols of Hope: Eunshin Khang
Friday, April 10 2026 11:00am
The paintings of Eunshin Khang invite dialogue. This may be dialogue with family and friends, dialogue across cultures or dialogue on a spiritual level, conversing with the life of faith.
Paul Verdell: Tabernacle
Friday, April 10 2026 11:00am
The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present a new body of work by Paul Verdell. In these gestural paintings, Verdell continues his exploration of loose and instinctive mark making, working with paint and collaged elements.
Discover Dayton Scavenger Hunt
Friday, April 10 2026 12:00pm
Explore downtown Dayton this April! Visit local businesses, complete fun scavenger hunt challenges, and enter to win prizes. Play with the app! Hosted by: Oberer Management Services Downtown Properties
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Friday, April 10 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, April 10 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!
Eintracht Fish Fry
Friday, April 10 2026 5:00pm
Fish Fry Open to the Public Club open - 5:00PM to 9:00PM SORRY - NO TAKE OUT Serving: 6:00 - 8:00PM Cod baked and deep fried, Sausage, Fried Cabbage, French Fries, Cole Slaw, Baked Beans, Beverage Dessert $2.00 extra 50/50
Jesus Christ Superstar
Friday, April 10 2026 5:30pm
A global phenomenon that has wowed audiences for over 50 years, Jesus Christ Superstar is a timeless work told entirely through the music and lyrics of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.
LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar
Friday, April 10 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!
