Dayton Arts & Entertainment News
Highlighting arts and entertainment news around Dayton and the Miami Valley.
Entertainment in Dayton
The SpongeBob Musical
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?....SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS! SpongeBob's home is being threatened by a volcanic eruption! How will SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy save Bikini Bottom from obliteration?
2026 Summer Concert Series and Party in the Park
The City of Centerville and the Centerville Arts Commission are thrilled to welcome back live music to Stubbs Park this summer with the return of the 2026 Summer Concert Series and 🎉 Party in the Park ️🎶️🎶
Wizarding World of Waynesville
⚡️Wands at the ready. ✨ The Wizarding World of Waynesville returns to downtown Waynesville! Enjoy a Butter Beer, check out our magical shops, and enjoy a day of enchantment⚡️
Unlock the Arts: Your Gift is the Key to Dayton’s Creative Future
✨ Culture Works kicks off its annual campaign to support ten iconic local organizations—and there’s a "Passport" waiting for you ✨
Kettering Children's Choir Wins $10,000 Grant
✨THEY WON!!!✨ You did it, Dayton! Last month, we asked you to step up and vote for our very own Kettering Children's Choir—and you delivered! 🏆 KCC beat out 6 other finalists to secure a $10K Community Grant 🎶
Review: Singin’ in the Rain at La Comedia Dinner Theatre
A "Downpour of Talent": Why La Comedia’s Singin’ in the Rain is a Must-See Visual Masterpiece—Mike Woody reviews Singin’ in the Rain at La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro, showing now thru March 27.
March First Friday: Game Time Downtown Edition
Spring is just around the corner and Dayton is ready to spring into action and an exciting month ahead!
Broadway shows coming to Dayton in 2026-2027
✨ Dayton Live is thrilled to announce the 2026-2027 Dayton Live Broadway Series ✨
Help Kettering Children’s Choir Win $10,000 Grant
🚨FINAL DAYS: Kettering Children’s Choir (KCC) has been named the only Dayton-area finalist for the $10,000 GBU Foundation Community Builder Award—but they need your vote by February 28 to bring the funding home 🎶
Dayton Celtic Fest 2026 Headliners Announced
World class Headliners have been announced for the 2026 🍀 Dayton Celtic Festival at Riverscape this July. Make no mistake: this year's headliners are ready to bring the noise to downtown Dayton!
Love is on the menu! 💖 Valentine’s Weekend with Dine Out Dayton
Celebrate love in the Miami Valley! Our friends at Dine Out Dayton have curated exquisite menus to make your Valentine's weekend unforgettable.
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships return to Dayton in 2025. Color Guard, Percussion & Winds Competitions
Jazz & Beyond at Dayton Art Institute
Jazz & Beyond 🎷series is back in 2026 with a seven-show season at the Dayton Art Institute 🎶
First Friday: Show Your Love Downtown Edition
First Friday is set for Friday, February 6 where you can enjoy special Valentine's deals and events đź’–
Grand Opening: Mikey's Late Night Slice
Pizza Party Alert; Mikey's Late Night Slice in Dayton is celebrating our GRAND OPENING on Friday, Jan 30, 2026 🍕🥳
Cold Week, Hot Plates: Winter Restaurant Week is Calling
Phew! Anyone else ready to peek out from under the snow? As the roads finally clear, there’s some delicious news: 🍽️ Winter Restaurant Week is here! ❄️
An Evening with Dave Chappelle & Jon Stewart -sold out
Two comedy legends unite in support of public radio: WYSO After Dark: An Evening With Dave Chappelle & Jon Stewart at the Schuster Center in Dayton OH Feb 13, 2026
2026 Beavercreek Weekend of Jazz
Annual, educational jazz festival in Beavercreek, presented by the Beavercreek Music Parents Association.
First Friday: New Year Downtown Edition
The first First Friday of 2026 is happening on Friday, January 2, and offers everything you need to ring in the new year with some familiar and local flavor.
First Friday: December - Holiday Fun Edition
The holiday season is officially underway and you can celebrate the most wonderful time of the year during December First Friday!
