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First Friday: July 4th - Independence and Independents' Edition
Friday, July 4, you're invited to celebrate Independence Day in Dayton and see for yourself what downtown has to offer!
Meadowlark & Wheat Penny Duo to launch "Little Bear"
Dayton's Meadowlark and Wheat Penny are launching "Little Bear" this fall; a new spot for world-inspired sandwiches and brunch in the historic Dietz Block.
First Friday: June - Pride Downtown Edition
We’re rolling into the summer with warm weather, sunny skies, and tons of fun in beautiful downtown Dayton—June is First Friday Summer Celebration Edition!
Carillon Historical Park Celebrates 75 Years
Today, June 3, 2025, Carillon Historical Park—a 65-acre open-air museum—kicks off its 75th anniversary year, which will culminate this fall with the unveiling of a new master plan.
When are the Touch a Trucks?
UPDATED FOR 2025 - When and where you'll find the Touch-a-Trucks in Kettering, Huber Heights, Fairborn, Springboro, Miamisburg, Centerville, Vandalia & Beavercreek.
175+ Free Outdoor Summer Concerts in 2025
Feel the Rhythm! 🎵 Over 175 Free Summer Concerts & Music Festivals will rock Dayton & the Miami Valley in 2025!
Dayton Around the World Exhibit at the Old Montgomery County Courthouse
The old Montgomery County Court house is being transformed into a museum ahead of a NATO delegation coming to Dayton on Memorial Day weekend. May 27-29, 2025
‘Think Freedom’ art installation in The Arcade
Local Students Collaborate with Sarajevo Artist on Art Installation Honoring 30th Anniversary of Dayton Peace Accords and NATO Parliamentary—“Think Freedom,” open to the public in Dayton Arcade Rotunda select times May 21-31
The Dayton Peace Sign: Dayton Unveils Powerful Symbol of Unity
Downtown Dayton has a new landmark. The ‘Dayton Peace Sign’ was unveiled at RiverScape MetroPark today. The sign will become a permanent fixture in Downtown Dayton in front of the Schuster Center.
Warped Wing Celebrates 11 Years with Beer Bash & Urban Smokeout in Downtown Dayton
Can you believe it's been 11 years? Warped Wing Brewing Company to throw Anniversary Beer Bash & Urban Smokeout in downtown Dayton May 17, 2025
Levitt Dayton 2025 Concert Season
Live music returns to downtown Dayton -The 2025 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion has been officially announced.
Summer Art Camps at The Dayton Art Institute
Introduce your children to the world of art through Summer Art Camps at The DAI. Register online today! Art Camps fill quickly!
First Friday: Moms & Grads Edition
May is a time for celebration in downtown Dayton! This month is all about the special moms in your life and the students who have worked hard to earn their graduation day!
Partnering for Peace: WWII and Beyond & The Secret in Building 26
INTERNATIONAL AUTHOR COMMEMORATES VE DAY 80TH ANNIVERSARY IN DAYTON: Sir Dermot Turing, nephew of British codebreaker Alan Turing, joins two free events.
Culture Kitchen at The Market
Culture & Cuisine Summer Series: Many wonderful cultures make up the Dayton community. Families will celebrate a different culture each month through food.
Vintage Treasures, Highland Cows, and More at VMD of Dayton-Cincinnati!
Step into a world of eccentric finds, bygone charm, and a one-of-a-kind shopping experience at Vintage Market Days® of Dayton-Cincinnati at Greene County Fairgrounds.
The bluebells at Aullwood Garden are in full bloom
💙🩵 Virginia bluebells are blooming now at Aullwood Garden MetroPark! Take a walk along the mile-long garden path and witness hillsides carpeted in these stunning spring wildflowers 🩵💙
2nd Street Market Outdoor Farmers Market Opens May 3
The grand opening of the 2nd Street Market's outdoor farmers market is Saturday, May 3, from 9 to 3 p.m. and will continue operation through the harvest season, which ends October 26.
New Americans Take Oath of Citizenship at Naturalization Ceremony in Dayton
49 new U.S. Citizens from 28 countries took the Oath of Citizenship at the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio in Dayton yesterday. Congratulations to all!
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Amplify & Career Summit
Register now for two days of career development and networking for military spouses! Early registration is recommended.