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
Hand-Colored Photographs
Friday, May 10 2024 11:00am
Exhibit at the Dayton Art Institute: Hand-Colored Photographs March 23–September 22, 2024, James M. Cox Gallery, Gallery 118
Captivating Clay: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics from the Horvitz Collection
Friday, May 10 2024 11:00am
Special Exhibition at the Dayton Art Institute April 13–September 22, 2024, Gallery 106 Captivating Clay: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics from the Horvitz Collection
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Friday, May 10 2024 11:15am
You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
Splatter Room - Messy Fun for Everyone
Friday, May 10 2024 12:00pm
At Pinspiration you'll get an hour of messy fun for kids and adults, including Private Splatter Roomâ„¢ and protective gear. Dress Up, Fling Paint at a canvas and take home your mast
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Friday, May 10 2024 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!
Friday, May 10 2024 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.
Try, Take Time
Friday, May 10 2024 4:00pm
"Try, take time" is a solo exhibition of new works compiling photographic, sculptural and installation approaches concerned with the dualities of care and labor. "Try, take time" by Jesse Ly opens Saturday April 27 from 5-8PM
The Church Basement Ladies in "Plowing Thru"
Friday, May 10 2024 5:30pm
The hilarious Church Basement Ladies are back at it again! Enjoy La Comedia's delicious buffet and the live performance of "Plowin' Thru" at Ohio's only professional dinner theatre.
Riverfront Park Grand Opening
Friday, May 10 2024 6:00pm
Join us for the grand opening of Riverfront Park. It's been 20 years in the making of this amazing park and we want you to be part of it with us!
2024 Uptown Music Series
Friday, May 10 2024 6:30pm
The Uptown Music Series in Centerville will continue this year on the patio space on the northeast corner of Franklin and Main streets near Graeter’s and City Barbeque.
B-Caged Band
Friday, May 10 2024 7:00pm
Local Rock N Roll Band B Caged Band playing 50s, 60s, 70s music & more
Finding Nemo Jr.
Friday, May 10 2024 7:00pm
Town Hall Theatre presents Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. May 3-20, 2024, a musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo.
Bricky's Friday Night Mic Show
Friday, May 10 2024 7:30pm
The Bricky's Friday Mic features some of the best up-and-coming comedians in the Dayton area and beyond!
Laurie Kilmartin at the Dayton Funny Bone
Friday, May 10 2024 7:30pm
Catch Laurie Kilmartin, stand-up comedian and an Emmy-nominated, WGA award-winning comedy writer at the Dayton Funny Bone Comedy Club in Beaverceek
Gary Allan at The Rose
Friday, May 10 2024 8:00pm
Country music veteran Gary Allan is headed to Huber Heights, OH this Spring.
Brian Swinehart at Wiley's Comedy Joint
Friday, May 10 2024 8:00pm
From small town to big city Brian Swinehart captivates audiences with his wit and charm.
Glow Night at Sky Zone Dayton
Friday, May 10 2024 8:00pm
Glow Night Friday & Saturday Night for ages 8yrs and up. Wear a shirt that glows-anything white or neon!
Dixie Drive-In Movies
Friday, May 10 2024 8:00pm
Step back in time at the Dixie Twin Drive-In Theater. Join us for an unmatched outdoor movie theater experience.
Melody 49 Drive-In Movies
Friday, May 10 2024 8:00pm
Melody 49 Drive-In movie theater on two outdoor Screens Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
HEARTSIQ - Queer Art and Dance Party
Friday, May 10 2024 8:00pm
HEARTSIQ is a monthly queer-focused art and dance party at The Yellow Cab Tavern featuring local LGBTQ artists, performers, and musicians.
Disney's The Lion King
Friday, May 10 2024 8:00pm
Broadway in Dayton: Disney's The Lion King at the Schuster Center MAY 1 - MAY 12, 2024.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Friday, May 10 2024 8:00pm
A reimagining of the Biblical story Dayton Playhouse presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat May 10 � May 26 2024
Peerless
Friday, May 10 2024 8:00pm
A darkly comedic take on Shakespeare’s Macbeth - The Human Race Theatre Company presents PEERLESS at the Loft Theatre in downtown Dayton, April 25 – May 12, 2024.
Yellow Springs Farmers Market
Saturday, May 11 2024 8:00am
Fresh, local food every Saturday. April-November: 8am-12p December-March: 9-11a John Bryan Community Center parking Lot. Accepts EBT/SNAP and Produce Perks!
2nd Street Market
Saturday, May 11 2024 9:00am
Reminiscent of European markets, 2nd Street Market is alive with local growers, bakers, culinary specialists, artisans, people, and activity during market hours.
Shiloh Farmers Market
Saturday, May 11 2024 9:00am
Located on the corner of Main St. & Philadelphia Dr every Saturday! We will have food trucks this year!
Family Fun Festival & 5K
Saturday, May 11 2024 9:00am
Join us for the Montessori School of Dayton's first Family Fun Festival and 5K Run. 8:30am-9:00am Fun Run 9:00am-10:00am 5K 10:00am-12:30pm Family Fun Festival