July 2026 Festivals around Dayton Ohio
Festivals: July in Dayton
Country Concert 2026
Thursday, July 09 2026
Music and Camping Festival in the USA - Country Concert is a 3-Day Country Music Festival in Ft Loramie Ohio (approx. 1 drive hour from Dayton).
The Great Dayton Food Truck Rally
Friday, July 10 2026
The Great Food Truck Rally in Dayton 🚚 Over 30 Trucks ⭐ Front Street Studios 🗓️ July 10th - 5pm to 9pm
Hot Air Balloon Glow City of West Carrollton
Saturday, July 11 2026
One of the most anticipated nights of the summer returns with glowing hot air balloons and live music throughout the evening.
Kickin Chicken Wing Fest
Saturday, July 11 2026
Free festival and music - If you like bold food, rockin' music and a hearty party, then you'll love this festival!
Logan County Fair
Sunday, July 12 2026
Come join us for the 2026 Logan County Fair in Bellefontaine, Ohio - July 12th - 18th
174th Montgomery County Fair
Tuesday, July 14 2026
The 174th Montgomery County Fair runs Tuesday, July 14th - Sunday, July 19th at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds. There are rides, games, food, animals and music galore! Air conditioned tents hold events and sales too!
Industrial Strength Bluegrass Summer Fest
Thursday, July 16 2026
The inaugural Industrial Strength Bluegrass SUMMER FEST - July 16th, 17th & 18th, 2026 Xenia, OH. Join us for our award-winning, family-friendly music festival featuring the best in bluegrass and American roots music.
53rd Annual Mary Help of Christians Festival
Friday, July 17 2026
Parish Festival in Fairborn, Ohio - including Festival Food, Live Entertainment, Beer, and much more!
The Ohio Challenge Balloon Festival
Friday, July 17 2026
Hot air balloon competition🎈 w/ live music, carnival, car show, skydiving demonstrations, balloon glow, fireworks and more! 💜
Grand Carnivale International Festival at Kings Island
Saturday, July 18 2026
There’s non-stop fun for everyone at Kings Island’s Summerbration—Enjoy high-energy live music, delicious international food, lively games at the Grand Carnivale Daily, July 18 - August 2, 2026. Fireworks Every Night!
Warren County Fair
Monday, July 20 2026
July 20-25 2026- Warren County Fair - fun, food, games, rides, demo derby, tractor pulls, live harness racing, livestock shows and more!
Brookville Community Picnic
Thursday, July 23 2026
Join us for the 74th Family Friendly Brookville Community Picnic! Rides, Games, Bounce Houses, Music, Food, Fun! Saturday we will conclude with Brookville Fireworks!
Annie Oakley Days Festival
Friday, July 24 2026
A family-friendly festival featuring live entertainment including western arts, cowboy mounted shooting, musical performances and more.
Clark County Fair
Friday, July 24 2026
The 2026 Clark County Fair July 24-31 is sure to provide you and your family endless ENTERTAINMENT and excitement!
Dayton Celtic Festival
Friday, July 24 2026
The Dayton Celtic Festival will be back at Riverscape in downtown Dayton July 24 - July 26, 2026. FREE Admission!
Dayton Mac N' Cheese Fest
Friday, July 24 2026
With tons of vendors serving Mac and Cheese, creative Mac and Cheese inspired dishes, and more, this will be a foodie event that you will not want to miss!
Everything Environmental Fest
Sunday, July 26 2026
Everything Environmental Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration of nature, sustainability, and outdoor exploration. This event brings together food truck, vendors, and environmental organizations for learning and fun!
Preble County Fair
Saturday, August 01 2026
The Famous Preble County Fair is August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026
