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HAUNTFEST celebrates Halloween & Community

HAUNTFEST celebrates Halloween & Community

Oregon District's HAUNTFEST celebrates Halloween & Community Oct. 29, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 28-30, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 28-30, 2022

With Halloween only days away, here are some events and things to do around Dayton to check out this weekend.

Cody Johnson to headline at the Nutter Center

Cody Johnson to headline at the Nutter Center

COJO Music/Warner Music Nashville country powerhouse, Cody Johnson has just announced a slate of new dates for 2023, including what is sure to be a sold-out show in Dayton, OH.

Changes to show schedule - DEADLINE - The Loft Theatre

Changes to show schedule - DEADLINE - The Loft Theatre

Changes to performance schedule for 'DEADLINE': The murder-mystery comedy will now begin with a preview on Thursday, November 3, and an official opening on Friday, November 4.

DPAA presents world premiere ballet- The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

DPAA presents world premiere ballet- The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Dayton Performing Arts Alliance presents the world premiere of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Oct. 28-30, 2022, at the historic Victoria Theatre.

Kings Island to add new family-themed area in 2023

Kings Island to add new family-themed area in 2023

Kings Island to debut Adventure Port - a new themed area in 2023 with new family rides and more.

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 21-23, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 21-23, 2022

Here are several events and things to do around Dayton you should check out this weekend.

Free Halloween Fun: Fall Harvest and Halloweek of Movies

Free Halloween Fun: Fall Harvest and Halloweek of Movies

Dayton's Department of Recreation presents two free-admission Halloween events packed with family fun: Fall Harvest and Halloweek of Movies.

Halloween Performances to Fright and Delight

Halloween Performances to Fright and Delight

It's Spooky Season! Our favorite Fall traditions return for another chilling and thrilling year with Dayton Performing Arts Alliance.

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 14-16, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 14-16, 2022

TEDxDayton, Oktoberfest, Halloween festivals, concerts, and book sales are some of the events and things to do around Dayton scheduled for this weekend.

Halloween events around Dayton you won't want to miss

Halloween events around Dayton you won't want to miss

Heads up Halloween lovers, here's a list of the spookiest events and activities around Dayton that you just won't want to miss over the next 3 weeks.

Kids Halloween Costume Parade

Kids Halloween Costume Parade

Join us for a Kids Halloween Costume Parade, pictures, candy bags, and movies to follow!

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 7-9, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 7-9, 2022

Sauerkraut Festival returns this weekend! Here are several other events around Dayton you don't want to miss this weekend.

Yellow Springs native makes Dayton Opera debut as Charlie Parker

Yellow Springs native makes Dayton Opera debut as Charlie Parker

Yellow Springs Native, Martin Bakari, makes Dayton Opera debut in the lead role as Charlie Parker

Thousands to celebrate Dayton as the Adventure Capital of the Midwest this weekend

Thousands to celebrate Dayton as the Adventure Capital of the Midwest this weekend

Families, outdoor enthusiasts and their pets will attend the free, two-day annual Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience this weekend at Eastwood MetroPark.

Dayton Metro Library Presents Ghostly Adult Programs

Dayton Metro Library Presents Ghostly Adult Programs

Dayton Metro Library will host a variety of adult-oriented ghostly programs during October.

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | September 30-Oct 2, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | September 30-Oct 2, 2022

Plenty of places to go and things to do this weekend, including festivals dedicated to the chocolate, potatoes and the great outdoors.

1st Annual Halloween Movie Series

1st Annual Halloween Movie Series

Boo, you dare!?!? Join us for the ultimate movie experience while enjoying the nostalgia of all your Halloween favorites. Join the Dayton Convention Center for its 1st ever movie series.

Check Out the Arts 2022 at Dayton Metro Library

Check Out the Arts 2022 at Dayton Metro Library

Experience music, theater, dance, puppets, poetry, independent film, and interactive art workshops at the main Dayton Metro Library in downtown Dayton.

Review: Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up?

Review: Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up?

Mike Woody reviews latest show at La Comedia Dinner Theatre - ‘Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up?'

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