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
Wall Power! Spectacular Quilts from the American Folk Art Museum
Friday, December 04 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.
Good Book: Bible Stories from the Collection
Friday, December 04 2026 11:00am
For hundreds of years, the Bible has been the most-printed and best-selling book in the world. It has served as a continual inspiration for visual art.
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Friday, December 04 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.
First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street
Friday, December 04 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
Gingerbread House Decorating Contest
Friday, December 04 2026 5:30pm
Join Us for a Gingerbread House Decorating Party!
"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"
Friday, December 04 2026 5:30pm
Two joyous musicals for the price of one! The first act of our holiday celebration is Santa Claus: The Musical. After intermission, we present The Gift of Christmas.
Clifton Mill Christmas Lights 2026
Friday, December 04 2026 6:00pm
One of the country's finest -with millions of Christmas Lights illuminating the mill, the gorge, the riverbanks, trees and bridges.
ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park
Friday, December 04 2026 6:00pm
Caesar Ford Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with over 250 LED light displays covering a mile long driving path.
LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar
Friday, December 04 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!
Women's Devotional Creative Gathering
Friday, December 04 2026 6:00pm
This one is for the ladies. For her, and me, and you, and for the Goddess.
A Christmas Story: The Musical
Friday, December 04 2026 7:30pm
Based on the beloved Christmas classic, A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL is coming to the Schuster Center December 4-6, 2026.
Social Vintage Dance Lessons Friday Nights
Friday, December 04 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.
Victorian Afternoon Teas at Patterson Homestead
Saturday, December 05 2026
Join us for an authentic three course tea service by costumed interpreters and learn about the Patterson family. Advance Registration Required.
2nd Street Market
Saturday, December 05 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!
Holiday Bazaar at Carroll High School
Saturday, December 05 2026 9:00am
Carroll's Annual Bazaar will take place on Saturday, December 5th, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We have over 100 vendors in two gyms with handmade items, popular direct sales, food vendors and Santa Claus too! Free admission.
Eaton Boosters Annual Holiday Craft Show & Music Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026 9:00am
3 gyms with over 75 vendors. Musical performances throughout the day. Concession, bake sale, raffle, silent auction.
Hawthorn Hill Tours
Saturday, December 05 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.
Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell
Saturday, December 05 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
"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"
Saturday, December 05 2026 10:30am
Two joyous musicals for the price of one! The first act of our holiday celebration is Santa Claus: The Musical. After intermission, we present The Gift of Christmas.
Museums on Us at the Dayton Art Institute
Saturday, December 05 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, December 05 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
Front Street Saturdays
Saturday, December 05 2026 11:00am
Front Street is OPEN EVERY SATURDAY!!! Boutiques, workshops, & studios are open across campus EVERY SATURDAY 11A-4P!
Wall Power! Spectacular Quilts from the American Folk Art Museum
Saturday, December 05 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.
Good Book: Bible Stories from the Collection
Saturday, December 05 2026 11:00am
For hundreds of years, the Bible has been the most-printed and best-selling book in the world. It has served as a continual inspiration for visual art.
Business of Art
Saturday, December 05 2026 11:00am
A Member Exclusive Event! Come to The Contemporary Dayton to learn the business side of fine art. Open to all current Members of The Contemporary Dayton. To become a Member, visit https://codayton.org/support/memberships/
Saturday Morning Community Tour
Saturday, December 05 2026 11:30am
This guided tour of the permanent galleries invites you to explore artworks through unexpected perspectives that connect art, culture and the world around us.
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Saturday, December 05 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, December 05 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.
