Dayton Family Events Calendar
Looking for fun things to do with the kids? Here's a little help finding events the whole family can enjoy, right here in Dayton!
Family-friendly events in Dayton
April Fool's Day 5k and Family Fun Mile
Wednesday, April 01 2026
It's no joke! The April Fool's Day 5k is on April 1 again. The course starts and finishes in Miamisburg's Community Park. It's a fun and festive event for the whole family!
Brain Health Exhibit at Wright Library
Wednesday, April 01 2026
Dayton's Brain Health Collective shares important information about brain health in this educational exhibit.
Discover Dayton Scavenger Hunt
Wednesday, April 01 2026
Explore downtown Dayton this April! Visit local businesses, complete fun scavenger hunt challenges, and enter to win prizes. Play with the app! Hosted by: Oberer Management Services Downtown Properties
Paul Verdell: Tabernacle
Wednesday, April 01 2026
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.
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, April 02 2026
Join us for an egg themed scavenger hunt throughout Springboro! Follow clues to find egg signs & win prizes!
April First Friday at the Arcade
Friday, April 03 2026
The Arcade’s historic concourse will be open on Friday, April 3 from 5–8 PM, welcoming visitors to explore the heart of the complex.
Bunny Hop Thru Cross Pointe Centre
Friday, April 03 2026
Bring your kids to visit stores all around Cross Pointe Centre in Centerville (corner of Alex Bell and 48) for treats, crafts, activities & a visit with the Bunny. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a basket/bag
Easter Bunny Express
Friday, April 03 2026
Hop aboard LM&M Railroad's Easter Bunny Express! Enjoy your ride and Hoppy Easter! ADVANCED RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT - March 28, 29 - April 3, 4, 2026 Ages: All Ages
First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street
Friday, April 03 2026
Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios
Knights of Columbus Fish Fry
Friday, April 03 2026
Fish Fry - Best In Butler County! Hand battered fish, side dishes, desserts, and more! Every Friday through Easter!
Learning Tree Farm Nature Preschool's Discovery Series
Friday, April 03 2026
Come discover the world of child-led, nature based learning at Learning Tree Farm's Nature Preschool!
Bunny Brunch
Saturday, April 04 2026
Hop on down to the RecPlex and get some delicious brunch with The Bunny!
Dick's House of Sport Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 04 2026
Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt!
Family Open Studio
Saturday, April 04 2026
Join us for a time of open-ended creativity and art making! No signup necessary. We encourage you and your family to just drop in!
Front Street Saturdays
Saturday, April 04 2026
Front Street is OPEN EVERY SATURDAY!!! Boutiques, workshops, & studios are open across campus EVERY SATURDAY 11A-4P!
HVO Easter EGGstravaganza
Saturday, April 04 2026
Bring your little bunnies and chicks and Hop Into Spring at the HVO annual Easter Egg Hunt!
Jon Pemberton & Associates Easter Egg Drop
Saturday, April 04 2026
Helicopter Egg Drop at Miami Valley South Stadium in Bellbrook! Registration is required!
Montgomery County Sheriffs Office Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 04 2026
Join the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office for an Easter Egg Hunt, rain or shine, on March 24, 2018 at 11:00AM. Bring your easter egg basket and come join the fun!
Riverside Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 04 2026
47th annual Riverside Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4 - 10am, arrive by 9.45. Bring your own Easter Basket!
Saturday Night Fox Hollow Rodeo
Saturday, April 04 2026
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.
Small Business Saturday Pop-up Shops
Saturday, April 04 2026
Come be part of the Small Business Saturday Pop-up Shops, happening once a month on Saturdays from 10 AM–12 PM, December 2025 through April 2026! Each event features a variety of local vendors offering unique products!
Vandalia Easter Eggstravaganza
Saturday, April 04 2026
🐣🌼 Hop into spring at the Vandalia Easter Eggstravaganza! We will have egg hunts, baby goat petting zoo, arts & crafts, face painting, vendors, games & activities, food trucks, Easter bunny photo area and more!
Wright-Patt AFB & Fairborn Chamber Community Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 04 2026
10K eggs with candy and surprises! Open to the public - Wright-Patterson AFB & Fairborn Chamber of Commerce Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt.
Easter Egg Hunt Youngs Dairy
Sunday, April 05 2026
FREE EVENT at Young's Dairy - Over 10K eggs are ready to be picked at our Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Show up early – this is a popular event!
Easter Sunrise Service at Carillon Park
Sunday, April 05 2026
Join us at Deeds Carillon (Carillon Historical Park) for our annual non-denomonational ecumenical Easter Sunrise Service.
The Foundry’s Easter Sunday Brunch
Sunday, April 05 2026
Join The Foundry on the rooftop for a special Easter edition of their Sunday Buffet Brunch! Enjoy omelet, waffle & carving stations, along with a buffet of Easter dishes, a mimosa/bloody mary bar, and more.
Club Chickadee Immersive Nature Experience
Monday, April 06 2026
Join us at Learning Tree Farm Mondays for Club Chickadee!
