Festivals in Dayton

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Festivals in Dayton

Industrial Strength Bluegrass Festival

Industrial Strength Bluegrass Festival

Thursday, March 21 2024

The Industrial Strength Bluegrass Festival is the only indoor bluegrass, old-time and gospel event of this caliber in the region.

Stockslager's Pansy & Viola Festival

Stockslager's Pansy & Viola Festival

Saturday, March 23 2024

Celebrate the spring equinox with us by joining us at our first ever Pansy & Viola Festival, from March 23 - 30th!

Spring Bierfest / Tasting

Spring Bierfest / Tasting

Friday, April 05 2024

Annual Spring & Summer Bierfest Friday, April 5th 2024 Doors open at 6:00pm

Dayton Eclipse Fest 2024 hosted by WTUE - Dayton's Rock Station

Dayton Eclipse Fest 2024 hosted by WTUE - Dayton's Rock Station

Monday, April 08 2024

Join us for an incredible celestial spectacle at Restoration Park near Dayton, OH. On April 8, 2024, witness a solar eclipse like no other! Hosted by WTUE, Dayton's Rock Station

Solar Eclipse Party in the Park

Solar Eclipse Party in the Park

Monday, April 08 2024

Join us for our 2024 Solar Eclipse Party at Centennial Park in Englewood! This is a free event.

Sugar Maple Festival

Sugar Maple Festival

Friday, April 19 2024

The annual Sugar Maple Festival in beautiful downtown Bellbrook, Ohio.

Kettering TreeFest

Kettering TreeFest

Saturday, April 20 2024

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!

ARTeBRATION 2024

ARTeBRATION 2024

Sunday, April 21 2024

A celebration of all things creative! One day, rain or shine family friendly art festival. Outdoor Market, Food Truck Rally, Beer Garden, Live Art Demos, Galleries, boutiques, studios!

Eastern European Heritage Experience

Eastern European Heritage Experience

Saturday, April 27 2024

Fun-filled Family Event: Celebrating Eastern European culture through Music, Dancing, Story-telling, Singing, Demonstrations, and Food!

A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival

A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival

Friday, May 03 2024

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.

The City Mercantile Presents Putting Down Roots

The City Mercantile Presents Putting Down Roots

Friday, May 10 2024

You are invited to our spring market "Putting Down Roots". Enjoy live music, food trucks and 150+ booths featuring vintage inspired home goods, boutique clothing, handmades and more.

Preble Co. Pride Festival 2024

Preble Co. Pride Festival 2024

Saturday, May 11 2024

Join us for a day of celebration, inclusivity, and visibility for the Q+ community who live in and around Preble County, OH.

Dayton Sideshow 2024

Dayton Sideshow 2024

Friday, May 17 2024

The Sideshow celebrates the local arts scene and is unique in Dayton for its variety and ambition.

Hamvention 2024

Hamvention 2024

Friday, May 17 2024

Hamvention, the world's largest amateur radio gathering at Greene County Fairgrounds.

Spring Fest In The Burg

Spring Fest In The Burg

Friday, May 17 2024

Spring Fest in the Burg is the new Spring Fling! May 17-19 at Veteran's Park in Miamisburg

Centerville Merchant Market

Centerville Merchant Market

Sunday, May 19 2024

Come enjoy Centerville's own curated upscale market and dining experience.

Fleurs de Fête - Wine & Gourmet Food Festival

Fleurs de Fête - Wine & Gourmet Food Festival

Sunday, May 19 2024

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!

Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival

Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival

Friday, May 24 2024

Live entertainment, Memorial Day Parade, Carnival rides, Kayaking or canoeing on the lake and much more!

Passport to MetroParks 2024

Passport to MetroParks 2024

Friday, May 24 2024

Join us at Riverscape for an exciting Family-Friendly evening full of Live Music, Foodtrucks, and Fun Activities like Rock Climbing! FREE Admission!

2024 Forest Ridge Food Truck Rally and Craft Show

2024 Forest Ridge Food Truck Rally and Craft Show

Saturday, May 25 2024

The Forest Ridge Food Truck Rally and Craft Show is back for 2024! We're expecting 7-8 trucks and a variety of LOCAL vendors. Hope to see you there! 11-3, Saturday May 25th!

Dayton Cheese Fest!

Dayton Cheese Fest!

Saturday, May 25 2024

CHEESE and Country - NEW festival you won't want to miss - complete with Fireworks! Free Admission!

Dayton Heritage Day at Carillon Park

Dayton Heritage Day at Carillon Park

Sunday, May 26 2024

Held on Memorial Day weekend, Heritage Day at Carillon Historical Park celebrates Dayton's unparalleled history through special activities, costumed interpreters, and more!

Kettering Block Party at The Fraze

Kettering Block Party at The Fraze

Wednesday, May 29 2024

Celebrate at Fraze Pavilion with this FREE, fun family community event!

Affair On Saint Clair

Affair On Saint Clair

Friday, May 31 2024

Dayton Pride - Affair On Saint Clair is the kick off to the LGBTQ+ festivities in Dayton and a new location. (formerly Affair On The Square)

Troy Strawberry Festival

Troy Strawberry Festival

Saturday, June 01 2024

Troy celebrates its place as the center of Ohio's strawberry production by hosting the Troy Strawberry Festival.

Party at the Landing with Crush- the Bon Jovi Experience

Party at the Landing with Crush- the Bon Jovi Experience

Friday, June 07 2024

Get ready to rock out at the first Party at the Landing on June 7th with Crush - The Bon Jovi Experience!

St Christopher Festival

St Christopher Festival

Friday, June 07 2024

Fun family festival with great food, drinks, music, rides, games, and adult beverages.

St. Helen Spring Festival

St. Helen Spring Festival

Friday, June 07 2024

Family fun all weekend with rides for the kids, food, flea market, beer garden and more!

Waynesville Street Faire

Waynesville Street Faire

Saturday, June 08 2024

Waynesville Street Faire - located in the beautiful town of Waynesville Ohio – The Antique Capital of Warren County!

Yellow Springs Street Fair

Yellow Springs Street Fair

Saturday, June 08 2024

All day festival entertainment, street performers, fine arts & crafts, clothing, jewelry, fair trade items, unique gifts, more.

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