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Featured Events in Dayton
Taco & Nacho Fest **NEW DATE**
Saturday, October 24 2026
Taco & Nacho Fest- Nacho Typical Food Fest - returns to Austin Landing October 24 with food, music, kids activities and fireworks! New date to be announced next week.
The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration
Saturday, October 24 2026
THE CARPENTERS SONGBOOK: A LIVE CELEBRATION, brings the icon’s extraordinary voice and the brother-sister duo’s unforgettable music to the Schuster Center stage this Fall.
WPAFB Pumpkin Chuck -2026
Saturday, October 24 2026
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE Annual Pumpkin Chuck! Watch in awe as pumpkins soar through the sky, thanks to some seriously cool science! Entrance at the Spinning Road gate on Airway.
Pumpkin Glow on Stoddard Ave.
Monday, October 26 2026
Come to Grafton Hill to view an amazing display of almost 1,000 unique jack-o-lanterns! A fun event for the whole family! No ticket necessary!
Austin Landing - Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, October 28 2026
Save the date spooksters! Join us for Trunk-or-Treat at Austin Landing, if you dare…
Friends of the Dayton Metro Library Book Sale
Saturday, November 07 2026
The Friends of the Dayton Metro Library book sales ℹ️ 9:30 am to 11:30 am for FOL Members & open to the public 11:30 am - 5pm 📚 Used book sale - books, music, movies, and audiobooks.
NMRA Annual Dayton Train Show
Saturday, November 07 2026
Dayton Train Show: vendor tables, lots of exhibitors, different gauges, memorabilia, souvenirs, mini-clinics, LEGO, books, trains. Doorprizes,food trucks
Art For All Day - FREE ADMISSION at Dayton Art Institute
Saturday, November 14 2026
During “Art For All” Days, the Dayton Art Institute offers free admission to all museum guests, including special and focus collections.
Hotel California: The Original Eagles Tribute is coming to Troy, OH
Saturday, November 14 2026
For over three decades, HOTEL CALIFORNIA has been recreating the legendary sound of the EAGLES and thrilling audiences all over the world. Catch them at the Arbogast Performing Arts Center in Troy, OH!
Pet Afflaire Gala
Saturday, November 14 2026
Humane Society of Greater Dayton: Join us for the 35th Annual Pet Afflaire Gala as we transport you to the rolling hills, vineyards, and timeless charm during “Tails in Tuscany.”
Winter Fest at Austin Landing
Saturday, November 14 2026
It's the holiday season at Austin Landing! Join us for our 2026 WINTER FEST & Christmas Tree Lighting ❄️ ✨ This fun, festive event begins Saturday, November 14 at 5pm
Clue
Tuesday, November 24 2026
Broadway in Dayton ✨ Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! CLUE is at The Schuster Nov 24 - Nov 29, 2026
Feast of Giving - Thanksgiving in Dayton
Thursday, November 26 2026
FREE Thanksgiving meal and celebration! Join us for our annual🦃 "Feast of Giving", a traditional Thanksgiving meal with fellowship, live music and engaging activities for kids all day long.
Christkindl Market at Front Street
Saturday, November 28 2026
Shop small and local this holiday season! On Small Business Saturday, bring your friends and family to Front Street’s 7th Annual Christkindl Market! Dress up for FREE selfies with Santa!
Love Actually In Concert
Saturday, November 28 2026
Fall in love with the holidays all over again at LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT coming to the Victoria Theatre November 28, 2026!
A Christmas Story: The Musical
Friday, December 04 2026
Based on the beloved Christmas classic, A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL is coming to the Schuster Center December 4-6, 2026.
Waynesville Street Faire
Sunday, December 06 2026
Waynesville Street Faire - located in the beautiful town of Waynesville Ohio – The Antique Capital of Warren County! RAIN OR SHINE ☀️⛅🌧️🌩️
Handels Messiah with the Dayton Philharmonic
Wednesday, December 16 2026
Enjoy an annual holiday tradition with the Dayton Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra and Choir under the twinkling lights of the Schuster.
Hamilton - Broadway in Dayton
Tuesday, March 30 2027
The unforgettable story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation, seen by more than 28 million people around the world. HAMILTON returns to The Schuster in downtown Dayton Mar 30 - Apr 11, 2027
