Events in Dayton Ohio

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Events in Dayton

"Something Rotten"

"Something Rotten"

Thursday, November 05 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.”

$10 Martinis every Thursday at Whisperz Speakeasy

$10 Martinis every Thursday at Whisperz Speakeasy

Thursday, November 05 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.

The Vocal Takeover

The Vocal Takeover

Thursday, November 05 2026 6:00pm

Experience The Vocal Takeover, a powerful evening of live vocal performances bringing students, families, and the community together at Trotwood-Madison High School.

Voices & Stories Series

Voices & Stories Series

Thursday, November 05 2026 6:00pm

Join us for an engaging panel discussion exploring the connections between aging in place, community inclusion, and the relationships that help people feel supported throughout their lives.

Trivia Night at Loose Ends Brewing

Trivia Night at Loose Ends Brewing

Thursday, November 05 2026 6:30pm

Bring your smartest—or funniest—friends for Thursday trivia at Loose Ends Brewing in Centerville! Enjoy craft beer, great food, and compete for gift cards.

Trivia Night at Loose Ends Brewing

Trivia Night at Loose Ends Brewing

Thursday, November 05 2026 6:30pm

Bring your smartest—or funniest—friends for Thursday trivia at Loose Ends Brewing in Centerville! Enjoy craft beer, great food, and compete for gift cards.

Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Englewood

Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Englewood

Thursday, November 05 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 05 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.

Fall Spirits: Tito’s Tasting at Wild Axe Throwing

Fall Spirits: Tito’s Tasting at Wild Axe Throwing

Thursday, November 05 2026 7:00pm

Fall Spirits at Wild Axe: 1 hour of axe throwing and four cocktails for $50 plus fees. Thursday, November 5, 7–9 PM. Ages 21+. Only 25 tickets!

Trebein-Flynn Victorian House Paranormal Tour

Trebein-Flynn Victorian House Paranormal Tour

Thursday, November 05 2026 9:00pm

Explore Xenia’s 1870s Trebein-Flynn Victorian Home after dark. The Greene County Historical Society hosts this immersive, room-by-room Paranormal Tour at its museum complex.

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 06 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.

Holiday Open House at Lula Bell

Holiday Open House at Lula Bell

Friday, November 06 2026 10:00am

The most wonderful shopping season is here, and we’re kicking it off in the most festive way! 🎄✨ Join Us for Lula Bell’s Holiday Open House! ✨🎄

Mary, Help of Christians 56th Christmas Bazaar

Mary, Help of Christians 56th Christmas Bazaar

Friday, November 06 2026 10:00am

Lots of Holiday Treasures, Decorations, Wreaths, Tree's, Seasonal Knickknacks, Needle works and Collectables. Over 50 baskets will be raffled off, Quilt Raffle, Longenburger Basket Silent Auction.

Snowflake Craft Bazaar 2026

Snowflake Craft Bazaar 2026

Friday, November 06 2026 10:00am

A Christmas craft bazaar with homemade crafts featuring 65 vendors, baked goods, a Christmas Treasures Shop, Raffle Baskets, religious items and a café with homemade soups, chili, sandwiches and our famous peanut butter pie.

Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell

Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell

Friday, November 06 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

"Something Rotten"

"Something Rotten"

Friday, November 06 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.”

2nd Street Market

2nd Street Market

Friday, November 06 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 06 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!

Friday, November 06 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

Friday, November 06 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

Friday, November 06 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.

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

Friday, November 06 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!

Friday, November 06 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 Happy Hour at Loose Ends Brewing

Friday, November 06 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.

Four Winds Indigenous Fashion Show

Four Winds Indigenous Fashion Show

Friday, November 06 2026 4:00pm

Held in the Rotunda at the Dayton Arcade. Indigenous fashion, food, music, dancing and a market to shop for the holidays!

First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street

First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street

Friday, November 06 2026 5:00pm

Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios

First Friday - A November to Remember Edition

First Friday - A November to Remember Edition

Friday, November 06 2026 5:00pm

November is here, and Downtown Dayton is embracing the season with plenty of ways to celebrate, explore, and enjoy everything the city has to offer!

"Something Rotten"

"Something Rotten"

Friday, November 06 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.”

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