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Featured Events in Dayton
Suffs
Wednesday, April 01 2026
Behind every powerful woman… are more powerful women! Dayton Live presents Suffs at the Schuster Center as Dayton as part of the Broadway Series.
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Wednesday, April 01 2026
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.
Dixie Drive-In Movies Opening Weekend
Thursday, April 02 2026
Step back in time and watch the big screen outdoors. Dixie Drive-In Movies opens for the 2026 season on April 2!
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.
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
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.
Riverdance 30: The New Generation
Tuesday, April 07 2026
Since RIVERDANCE first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide.
Curated: A DAI Signature Event
Thursday, April 09 2026
Back for its second year, Curated offers you an opportunity to sample a variety of handcrafted cocktails created by the region’s best bartenders while raising funds for art protection and preservation.
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships
Thursday, April 09 2026
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships return to Dayton in 2025. Color Guard, Percussion & Winds Competitions
Bob Dylan: Rough And Rowdy Ways Tour
Sunday, April 12 2026
Bob Dylan brings his Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour to the Schuster on April 12, 2026! 🎹 Expect a legendary performance—raw, poetic, and captivating!
MIX 107.7 Time Warp Prom
Thursday, April 16 2026
Get ready to party like it’s the 1980s! Great for couples, singles, a girls night out, even mini reunions.
Midwest Ceramics Show
Friday, April 17 2026
OHIO'S ORIGINAL CERAMIC SHOW The Midwest Ceramic Show at the Butler County Fairgrounds. Hundreds of displays will feature everything a hobbyist would need to start, or continue a ceramics tradition!
Small Scale Train Rides at Carillon Park Railroad
Saturday, April 18 2026
Take a ride on the mini-railroad at Carillon Park with the Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society.
America's Packard Museum Spring Fling
Friday, April 24 2026
The British Invasion: 250 Years of Revolution—Join us at America's Packard Museum for the 2026 Packard Spring Fling! April 24-25
Aullwood Native Plant Sale
Friday, April 24 2026
Join us for Aullwood's annual Native Plant Sale featuring over 12,000 native wildflowers, trees, shrubs and grasses with over 190 different species. Support birds, pollinators & wildlife in your own backyard!
Ohio Players
Friday, April 24 2026
Widely regarded as one of the most influential and innovative funk bands of all time, the OHIO PLAYERS are coming back to Dayton!
Sugar Maple Festival
Friday, April 24 2026
The annual Sugar Maple Festival in beautiful downtown Bellbrook, Ohio. April 24-26, 2026
2026 IFA U.S. National Armwrestling Championship
Saturday, April 25 2026
⭐ United States Armwrestling Association event at Hollywood Gaming April 25-26, 2026 💪 Arm Wrestling Competition for Seniors / Masters / Juniors - Open to U.S. Citizens or Legal Residents (Green Card) - All ages welcome! ⭐
Alice Cooper at The Rose
Saturday, April 25 2026
Alice Cooper returns to Dayton in 2026 for Alice's Attic Tour at The Rose Music Center.
Huber Heights Chamber, Fest & 5K
Saturday, April 25 2026
This is the 2nd Annual Fest & 5K hosted by the Huber Heights Chamber of Commerce and The Allen Financial Group.
MetroParks' Adopt-a-Park 2026
Saturday, April 25 2026
Protect and clean green spaces in honor of Earth Day during Five Rivers MetroParks' annual Adopt-a-Park.
TWIG 45 Mom's Mart
Saturday, April 25 2026
Moms' Mart is a semi-annual sale of gently used clothing, toys and baby items. Proceeds go to Dayton Children's Hospital.
Kingpins, Crime Busters, and the Birth of the American Underworld
Sunday, April 26 2026
The Cultural Arts and Book Fest closes with Dan Slater and a look into his highly acclaimed book "The Incorruptibles." Book signing to follow.
A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival
Friday, May 01 2026
Food, Family Fun, Dance & Music - Showcasing the ethnic backgrounds and cultures of Dayton and the greater Miami Valley at A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival.
ARTeBRATION
Friday, May 01 2026
FREE Admission, Family Friendly, 2 Day, Rain or Shine, indoor/outdoor Celebration of the Arts! Brick City Mural Festival, Dayton Food Truck Rally, Live Music, 100+ art studios, galleries & shops...
Cinco De Mayo Silent Disco with DaytOn1 Salsa & On Par Entertainment
Friday, May 01 2026
Cinco De Mayo Salsa Silent Disco at On Par Entertainment May 1st at 8PM! Dance, learn salsa, and party all night!
Songs of The Carpenters with Helen Welch
Saturday, May 02 2026
Prepare to be “On Top of the World” with internationally acclaimed vocalist, entertainer, and producer Helen Welch.
