Dayton Arts & Entertainment News
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Entertainment in Dayton
Dayton Art Institute Announces Return of Jazz & Beyond Series
Live jazz concerts at the museum resume in August, continue through December.
Dayton Art Institute Announces Return of Oktoberfest
Popular fall festival, celebrating 50th anniversary in 2021, issues call for event volunteers.
Review: The Little Mermaid at La Comedia (2021)
It's back to like old times at La Comedia, don't miss the opportunity to dive in and experience ‘The Little Mermaid.'
Patrick J. Nugent Joins DPAA as President & CEO
Please Join Us in Welcoming Patrick J. Nugent as President and CEO of DPAA
Lights in Flight Festival and Fireworks returns to downtown Dayton
Lights in Flight, the Dayton region's most spectacular fireworks show, returns to downtown Dayton on Saturday, July 3, above RiverScape MetroPark.
Live music is back at the Levitt Dayton this Saturday
The 2021 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton begins this Saturday, June 12.
Free Outdoor Music Summer 2021
100+ FREE outdoor concerts across the Dayton region for music lovers to enjoy this summer.
Summer Kickoff Week: The Square Is Where
A week of special entertainment, activities and giveaways on Courthouse Square during The Square Is Where Summer Kickoff Week.
2021 Dayton Celtic Festival has been canceled
Dayton Celtic Festival, downtown Dayton's largest summer festival has been canceled for a second year. The festival vow to return in 2022.
Live Music is back! Levitt Dayton announces 2021 Concert Season
Live music returns to downtown Dayton-The 2021 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion has been officially announced.
Adventure Reef Water Park in Kettering to reopen for the 2021 season
After being closed for the entire 2020 season due to COVID-19, the popular waterpark in Kettering will reopen for the 2021 season this Memorial Day Weekend.
Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience canceled for 2021
Five Rivers MetroParks has canceled the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience at Eastwood MetroPark for the second year in a row.
MetroParks summer 2021 activities update
While summer 2021 will look and feel different than usual at Five Rivers MetroParks, there are still nature-based adventures and fun to be had outdoors.
The Square Is Where returns to Courthouse Square
Grab a takeout lunch and enjoy outdoor entertainment and seating on Courthouse Square beginning today, May 3.
How to celebrate Virtual Bike Month in Dayton
Explore the region's bike trails, play games, win prizes during Metroparks' Virtual Bike Month!
Review: The Sound of Music at LaComedia
This production of ‘The Sound of Music' is one of my favorite things, and with schnitzel too.
Kings Island new protocols: No masks required outside
Masks will no longer be required while outside at Kings Island, though face coverings will still be required indoors.
Downtown Dollars e-gift card Spring sale starting April 9
Starting Friday, April 9, buy $50 in Downtown Dollars, get a $25 bonus card FREE.
Broadway shows coming to Dayton in 2022
HAMILTON and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF are among the lineup of Broadway musicals coming to Dayton as part of the 2021-2022 Premier Health Broadway Series.
2021 Troy Strawberry Festival cancelled
The 2021 Troy Strawberry Festival has been canceled due to concerns amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
