Dayton Local Community News
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Strawberry Donut Day at Coldwater Cafe
Troy Strawberry Festival may have been canceled, but Coldwater Cafe will be serving strawberry donuts for a good cause, along with other strawberry-infused treats and desserts.
Playgrounds, museums & other entertainment facilities can reopen June 10
Gov. Mike DeWine has announced that certain recreation and entertainment facilities can reopen with restrictions beginning June 10.
MetroParks to reopen select campsites June 8
Five Rivers MetroParks is reopening select campsites with additional hygiene protocols in place to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Dragon Dragons update on status of 2020 season
The Dayton Dragons have posted an update on the 2020 season via social media.
Dayton Art Institute faces a fundraising gap of $1 million due to COVID-19 crisis
The Dayton Art Institute is facing an 'unprecedented financial crisis'. Here's how to help.
Downtown Dayton to launch encore round of the Gift Card Bonus Buy program
Spend $25 on a gift card to your favorite downtown business, and receive a bonus $15 card to another business.
2nd Street Outdoor Market to reopen this Saturday
2nd Street Market will reopen its outdoor market this Saturday with new restrictions and limited hours.
The 2020 Montgomery County Fair has been canceled
The 2020 Montgomery County Fair has been canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Update: Two local waterparks will open for the 2020 season
Two local waterparks will open for the 2020 season under new guidelines.
The fate of Glen Helen Nature Preserve uncertain
As lockdown restrictions are relaxed, Glen Helen in Yellow Springs will remain closed and there are currently no plans to reopen.
Downtown Dayton Gift Card Bonus Buy program launches
Spend $25 on a gift card to your favorite downtown business, and receive a bonus $15 card to another business.
Please Be Kind When You Go Out To Dine
Reduced capacity patio dining is permitted as of May 15 and dine-in service is allowed to resume May 21. We recommend you call ahead to confirm on site dining options.
Memorial Day weekend events - are any still happening?
Memorial Day festivals, ceremonies and parades around Dayton - what's been canceled, and are any still happening?
Centerville to host virtual Memorial Day ceremony
The City of Centerville will host a virtual Memorial Day ceremony to honor fallen military members.
Food trucks, outdoor dining with social distancing at the Yellow Cab Tavern
The Yellow Cab Food Truck Hub launches this Friday, with strict safety measures for outdoor seating, plus live music. Carryout and delivery also available.
City of Dayton cancels 2020 Fireworks, Lights in Flight Festival
2020 Independence Day celebrations canceled - Dayton cancels its Lights in Flight Firework Festival.
Americana Festival & Fireworks 2020 has been canceled
The 2020 Americana Festival, including the fireworks display, 5K run, parade, street fair has been canceled in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
City of Fairborn July 3rd & 4th 2020 events, fireworks canceled
The City of Fairborn 2020 July 3rd Block Party and July 4th Parade and Fireworks Display have been canceled.
The Mall at Fairfield Commons and the Dayton Mall to reopen next week
The Mall at Fairfield Commons and Dayton Mall will both reopen next week, with extra safeguards in place to protect shoppers and employees during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lift Your Leg to Help Animals Goes Virtual
Lift Your Leg is pivoting to protect our community, supporters, and furry friends. Join us for our first ever VIRTUAL Lift Your Leg!
