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 31 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.
Member's Spotlight Exhibition: Dan Cleary: Five Views of Ohio
Saturday, January 31 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 31 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 31 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 31 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 31 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 31 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.
Old School Living In Our Old School
Saturday, January 31 2026 7:00pm
Come see what happens when a group of alumns find that their high school is for sale and decide to purchase it and turn it into a communal home. A play from Lisa Rawson, and premiering in Ohio at Xenia Area Community Theatre.
Shostakovich 5 & Festive
Saturday, January 31 2026 7:30pm
Maestro Harada leads an exuberant program that reflects his own journey from Japan to Russia, where he mastered the art of conducting.
Mary Jane
Saturday, January 31 2026 8:00pm
The Dayton Theatre Guild presents Mary Jane By Amy Herzog January 30–February 15, 2026
Dayton Restaurant Week 2026
Sunday, February 01 2026
❄️ 🍴 It's Winter Restaurant Week! Try unique menus at many of Dayton's classiest places for reduced prices, all while raising money for charity. January 25 thru February 1, 2026
2nd Street Market
Sunday, February 01 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, February 01 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, February 01 2026 11:30am
You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
Dayton Printmakers Cooperative: Dayton/Kyoto Invitational
Sunday, February 01 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, February 01 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, February 01 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, February 01 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, February 01 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.
Photographer Ami Vitale: Wild Hope – Rethinking Our Relationship With Nature
Sunday, February 01 2026 3:00pm
Join photographer, filmmaker, and writer Ami Vitale on the historic Victoria Theatre stage in downtown Dayton - February 1, 2026
Old School Living In Our Old School
Sunday, February 01 2026 3:00pm
Come see what happens when a group of alumns find that their high school is for sale and decide to purchase it and turn it into a communal home. A play from Lisa Rawson, and premiering in Ohio at Xenia Area Community Theatre.
Mary Jane
Sunday, February 01 2026 3:00pm
The Dayton Theatre Guild presents Mary Jane By Amy Herzog January 30–February 15, 2026
Riverscape Ice Skating
Monday, February 02 2026 10:00am
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! ⚠️
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Monday, February 02 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!
Monday, February 02 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.
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Monday, February 02 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!
Monday, February 02 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.
Intro to Enameling Techniques
Monday, February 02 2026 6:00pm
Enameling class at Rosewood Arts Center
