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

On Par—mini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!

Friday, May 22 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.

Exploring Feminism

Friday, May 22 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, May 22 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.

All the World’s a Stage

Friday, May 22 2026 11:00am

Across cultures, the performing arts—drama, dance, music—have entertained and educated, bringing people together in communal spaces to celebrate and question what it means to be human.

Paul Verdell: Tabernacle

Friday, May 22 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.

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

Friday, May 22 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, May 22 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!

Memorial Day Weekend at Youngs Dairy

Friday, May 22 2026 3:00pm

Celebrate Memorial Day with us at Young's Dairy. You show up, we'll supply the fun! May 21st-25th, 2026

Dayton Burger Fest - Food Truck Rally

Friday, May 22 2026 5:00pm

🍔 Incredible burgers and fantastic food trucks at The Brightside 🍔 Entry is FREE!

The Wedding Singer: The Musical

Friday, May 22 2026 5:30pm

Based on the film starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, The Wedding Singer celebrates all the fun, love, and ridiculousness of the 80’s.

LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar

Friday, May 22 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!

George Thorogood and The Destroyers at The Rose

Friday, May 22 2026 7:30pm

George Thorogood & The Destroyers: The Baddest Show on Earth with The Marshall Tucker Band at The Rose.

Social Vintage Dance Lessons Friday Nights

Friday, May 22 2026 7:45pm

We socially dance many types of historical and modern dances. Our emphasis is typically on having fun with partnered social dances, but we also do set dances, circle dances, line dances, and solo dance as well.

Dixie Drive-In Movies

Friday, May 22 2026 8:00pm

Step back in time at the Dixie Twin Drive-In Theater. Join us for an unmatched outdoor movie theater experience.

The Full Monty

Friday, May 22 2026 8:00pm

Show based on the British comedy film with: 😁 BIG LAUGHS. 💝 BIG HEART. 💪 BARELY ANY CLOTHES. Dayton Playhouse closes the season with THE FULL MONTY - May 15-31, 2026

The Beacon

Friday, May 22 2026 8:00pm

Dayton Theatre Guild presents The Beacon By Nancy Harris - May 22–Jun. 7, 2026

Garden Bros Circus

Saturday, May 23 2026

GARDEN BROS CIRCUS ~ World's Largest Circus Under the World's Largest Big Top ~ A Family Tradition for Over 100 Years!

2nd Street Market

Saturday, May 23 2026 9:00am

Reminiscent of European markets, 2nd Street Market is alive with local growers, bakers, culinary specialists, artisans, people, and activity during market hours.

Oakwood Farmers Market

Saturday, May 23 2026 9:00am

The Oakwood Farmers’ Market is located in downtown Oakwood and operates rain or shine from 9am - Noon Saturdays in the Summer.

Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival

Saturday, May 23 2026 10:00am

Live entertainment, Memorial Day Parade, Carnival rides, Kayaking or canoeing on the lake and much more!

Hawthorn Hill Tours

Saturday, May 23 2026 10:00am

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.