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
Live Outdoor Music at The Greene
Friday, July 31 2026 6:00pm
Bring a lawn chair, grab your friends & family, and enjoy live music and cold beer at our Summer Concert Series!
LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar
Friday, July 31 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!
Motown Concert with The Motown Sounds of Touch
Friday, July 31 2026 7:00pm
Join us under the pavilion as the RiverScape Summer Music Series features a Motown Concert with The Motown Sounds of Touch!
Free Concert at North Park: Hotel California - The Original Tribute to the Eagles
Friday, July 31 2026 7:30pm
Hear all your favorite Eagles rock n roll tunes during this tribute band performance at North Park. Food trucks, beer sales, bring your own seating.
Social Vintage Dance Lessons Friday Nights
Friday, July 31 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, July 31 2026 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, July 31 2026 8:00pm
🎬🍿 Melody 49 Drive-In movie theater on two outdoor screens each weekend
Anne Wilson
Friday, July 31 2026 8:00pm
Anne Wilson with special guest Leanna Crawford Anne Wilson makes music where faith and country meet, a rare space where honesty, grief and hope live side by side.
Matt Light @ Bricky's Comedy Club
Friday, July 31 2026 9:30pm
Matt Light is a Pittsburgh-based stand-up comedian known for his high-energy delivery, sharp crowd work, and unapologetically bold style.
Preble County Fair
Saturday, August 01 2026
The Famous Preble County Fair is August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026
The Strong Kids Triathlon
Saturday, August 01 2026 7:30am
Give your child the chance to experience the thrill of setting a goal, working hard, and believing in themselves. The Strong Kids Triathlon isn’t just a race—it’s a celebration of determination, confidence, and achievement!
Greene County Farmers Market of Beavercreek
Saturday, August 01 2026 8:30am
Farmers Market on Indian Ripple Rd in Beavercreek Saturday's 8.30-1pm
British Car Day at Eastwood MetroPark
Saturday, August 01 2026 9:00am
Annual all British Car show, displaying over 300 British cars and motorcycles.
2nd Street Market
Saturday, August 01 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. OUTDOOR MARKET NOW OPEN!
Oakwood Farmers Market
Saturday, August 01 2026 9:00am
The Oakwood Farmers’ Market is located in downtown Oakwood and operates rain or shine from 9am - Noon Saturdays in the Summer.
First Saturday Volunteer at Learning Tree Farm
Saturday, August 01 2026 9:00am
Join us for the first Saturday of every month to bring helping hands to Learning Tree Farm!
Hawthorn Hill Tours
Saturday, August 01 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.
New Carlisle Farmer's Market
Saturday, August 01 2026 10:00am
Fresh and organic fruits, vegetables, flowers, meat, baked goods and crafts in Downtown New Carlisle.
Small Farm & Food Fest
Saturday, August 01 2026 10:00am
Join us for a whole day dedicated to eating healthy, small farms, hobby farming and homesteading skills.
The Grazing Ground Market
Saturday, August 01 2026 10:00am
The one with fresh eggs, homemade gluten-free goodies, farm gifts, and goats who fully expect snacks and attention.
Museums on Us at the Dayton Art Institute
Saturday, August 01 2026 11:00am
The Dayton Art Institute continues its participation in the Bank of America Museums on Us® program. Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders get free general admission during the first full weekend of each month.
First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street
Saturday, August 01 2026 11:00am
Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios
On Par—mini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!
Saturday, August 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.
Front Street Saturdays
Saturday, August 01 2026 11:00am
Front Street is OPEN EVERY SATURDAY!!! Boutiques, workshops, & studios are open across campus EVERY SATURDAY 11A-4P!
Art Encounters Saturday Art Hops
Saturday, August 01 2026 11:00am
Art Encounters at Front Street is open every Saturday 11-4!! We are a co-op gallery featuring the artwork of 14 local artists. Art Hops are always free, family friendly and leashed pets are welcome
All the World’s a Stage
Saturday, August 01 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.
Fighters for Freedom: William H. Johnson Picturing Justice
Saturday, August 01 2026 11:00am
William H. Johnson (1901–1970) painted the Fighters for Freedom series in the mid-1940s as tribute to African American activists, scientists, teachers and performers as well as international leaders.
