Festivals in Dayton
Find Upcoming Festivals in Dayton and the surrounding area. This page is updated frequently throughout the year, so keep checking back!
Festivals in Dayton
Sandra Bernhard In-Conversation + Meet & Greet
Saturday, April 04 2026
Join us as Sandra Bernhard discusses her exception career. Her credits include The Sopranos, Severance, Martin Scorsese's 'The King of Comedy' and much more. She is also currently cast to star Season 4 of The White Lotus.
Eastern European Heritage Experience
Saturday, April 18 2026
Ethnic foods, local artisans, musicians, and cultural dancers - highlighting the traditions and customs of Eastern Europe. Save the date, April 18, 2026, and plan to enjoy this family- friendly festivity, free admission
Kettering TreeFest
Saturday, April 18 2026
Speak for the trees, as the Lorax says, by putting down some roots at this yearly event! Bring gloves, shovels, and a watering container if you have them!
Sugar Maple Festival
Friday, April 24 2026
The annual Sugar Maple Festival in beautiful downtown Bellbrook, Ohio. April 24-26, 2026
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...
The City Mercantile® - The Spring Market 2026- Vintage, Handmade & Boutique Shopping
Friday, May 01 2026
The City Mercantile® Spring Market is a two-day seasonal shopping event happening May 1–2 at the Warren County Fairgrounds in Lebanon, Ohio.
Huber Heights Marigold Festival
Friday, May 08 2026
The Huber Heights Marigold Festival returns this spring as a multi-day community celebration designed to bring families, residents, and visitors together for a full weekend of fun ☀️
Vandalia Sweet Treats Fest
Saturday, May 09 2026
This Sweet Treats Fest for all the sugar lovers out there. There will be food trucks, dessert vendors selling candy and sweets, non-food vendors, live music and more!
Waynesville Street Faire
Saturday, May 09 2026
Waynesville Street Faire - located in the beautiful town of Waynesville Ohio – The Antique Capital of Warren County! RAIN OR SHINE ☀️⛅🌧️🌩️
Hamvention 2026
Friday, May 15 2026
Hamvention, the world's largest amateur radio gathering at Greene County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by Dayton Amateur Radio Association.
Spring Fest in the Burg
Friday, May 15 2026
Celebrate spring in Miamisburg with 3 days of local art, live music, food trucks, carnival rides & community fun—May 15–17, 2026 at Riverfront Park!
Fleurs de Fête - Wine & Gourmet Food Festival
Sunday, May 17 2026
Held each May, Fleurs de Fete is Carillon Historical Park's original "party in the park." Guests enjoy more than 400 wine samplings & delicious bites!
Memorial Day Weekend at Youngs Dairy
Thursday, May 21 2026
Celebrate Memorial Day with us at Young's Dairy. You show up, we'll supply the fun! May 21st-25th, 2026
Dayton Burger Fest - Food Truck Rally
Friday, May 22 2026
🍔 Incredible burgers and fantastic food trucks at The Brightside 🍔 Entry is FREE!
Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival
Friday, May 22 2026
Live entertainment, Memorial Day Parade, Carnival rides, Kayaking or canoeing on the lake and much more!
Dayton Heritage Day with the Dayton Philharmonic
Sunday, May 24 2026
Held on Memorial Day weekend, Heritage Day at Carillon Historical Park celebrates Dayton's unparalleled history through special activities, costumed interpreters, and more!
Passport to MetroParks 2026
Friday, May 29 2026
Join us at Riverscape for an exciting Family-Friendly evening full of Live Music, Foodtrucks, and Fun Activities like Rock Climbing! FREE Admission!
Dayton Cheese Fest!
Saturday, May 30 2026
🧀 It’s all things CHEESE and COUNTRY - NEW festival you won't want to miss! Stacked musical lineup! Inflatables & games for the kids! American Fireworks show! Free Admission! 🧀
St. Helen Spring Festival
Friday, June 05 2026
Family fun all weekend with rides for the kids, food, flea market, beer garden and more!
Troy Strawberry Festival
Saturday, June 06 2026
Troy celebrates its place as the center of Ohio's strawberry production by hosting the Troy Strawberry Festival.
Dayton Air Show 2026
Saturday, June 13 2026
The 2026 CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels June 13-14
Gaston Day Festival
Saturday, June 13 2026
A Special Day of Charity & Remembrance Benefiting Children in need in the Dayton area. Gaston Day was Proclaimed By the Mayor of Dayton OH in 2023. Come enjoy live bands, food vendors, drill teams, guest speakers & games!
