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
The City Mercantile | Christmas Market
Friday, November 13 2026
Join us in Lebanon, Ohio, for the Lebanon Christmas Market, where 100+ amazing vendors will help you check off your holiday list in one beautiful, festive stop.
59th Annual Sugarplum Festival of Trees - benefiting Dayton Children's Hospital
Saturday, November 14 2026
The Sugarplum Festival of Trees is an annual extravaganza that kicks off the holiday season for the Miami Valley. Come out to Life Connection of Ohio on Sat Nov 14 from 10am-5pm! See Santa and bid on beautiful holiday items!
Holiday Arts & Craft Show
Saturday, November 14 2026
Kick off the holiday season at this favorite annual craft show! Shop 100+ vendors featuring festive décor, unique handmade gifts, delicious holiday treats and one-of-a-kind finds.
A Carillon Christmas
Tuesday, November 24 2026
Featuring thousands of Christmas lights, traditional holiday fare, Santa Claus, live music, historical craft demonstrations, and so much more.
Holiday Bazaar
Friday, November 27 2026
Join us at Mills Park Hotel’s Holiday Bazaar on November 27–28! Shop unique gifts from local vendors, enjoy festive treats, and celebrate the magic of the holiday season!
WinterFest at Kings Island
Friday, November 27 2026
More than five million lights and live entertainment throughout the park for Kings Island's holiday-themed festival WinterFest ❄Select Dates, November 27 – December 31, 2026 - Join us for Festive Food, Shopping, Rides & More!
Christkindl Market at Front Street
Saturday, November 28 2026
Shop small and local this holiday season! Bring your friends and family to Front Street’s 8th Annual Christkindl Market to buy unique, one-of-a-kind gifts from local artists and artisans! Dress up for FREE selfies with Santa!
Hometown HoliDazzle Illuminated Parade & Festival
Saturday, November 28 2026
Downtown Wilmington closes its streets and opens its doors for everyone to see the annual Illuminated Festival and Parade.
2026 Dayton Holiday Festival Grande Illumination
Friday, December 04 2026
The Grande Illumination Dayton Holiday Festival traditional tree lighting and Dayton Children's Parade Spectacular in Lights - December 4
Waynesville's Christmas in the Village
Friday, December 04 2026
Experience small town charm during with hundreds of luminaries, strolling characters, photo ops, cookies & cocoa. Santa arrives on firetruck daily, shopping, dining, and more.
A Rosewood Holiday Arts Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026
The Rosewood Holiday Sale is back this December to help you get creative with your holiday shopping and discover all that Rosewood Arts Center has to offer.
Eaton Boosters Annual Holiday Craft Show & Music Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026
3 gyms with over 75 vendors. Musical performances throughout the day. Concession, bake sale, raffle, silent auction.
Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting City of West Carrollton
Saturday, December 05 2026
Celebrate the season with horse-drawn wagon rides, a festive Luminary Walk around the Civic Center, WCHS choir and orchestra performances, letters to Santa, free photos with Santa, and a magical tree-lighting ceremony.
Lebanon Carriage Parade & Christmas Festival
Saturday, December 05 2026
Downtown Lebanon - Annual Lebanon Antique Horse-Drawn Carriage Parade & Christmas Festival.
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 ☀️⛅🌧️🌩️
A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival
Friday, May 21 2027
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. Returning to downtown Dayton in 2027!
