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SICSA's 50th Anniversary Community Celebration June 23
SICSA Pet Adoption and Wellness Center will host their 50th Anniversary Community Celebration on June 23rd from 11:00AM to 3:00PM at their shelter in Washington Township. Half Off Adoption Fees June 17-23
Grand Carnivale International Festival at Kings Island
There’s non-stop fun for everyone at Kings Island’s Summerbration—Enjoy high-energy live music, delicious international food, lively games at the Grand Carnivale July 20 – August 4. Fireworks Every Night!
First Friday: June - Summer Celebration 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!
New for 2024: Rec Your Hood
Rec Your Hood offers free admission and an afternoon of fun for all ages including games, DJ-curated music, a kids' zone, creative challenges and food/beverages.
Review: The Church Basement Ladies at LaComedia
Fans of The Church Basement Ladies will rejoice in ‘Plowin Thru’ while everyone else will be more than satisfied.Mike Woody reviews The Church Basement Ladies in "Plowing Thru", now at LaComedia Dinner Theatre through June 16
200+ Free Outdoor Summer Concerts in 2024
Feel the Rhythm! Over 200 Free Summer Concerts & Music Festivals will rock Dayton & the Miami Valley in 2024!
Warped Wing Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Beer Bash & Urban Smokeout
Can you believe it's been 10 years? Warped Wing Brewing Company to throw Anniversary Beer Bash & Urban Smokeout in downtown Dayton May 18, 2024
Free Lunchtime Entertainment Returns to Courthouse Square - CURIO debuts May 14
CURIO at Courthouse Square will host free lunchtime entertainment and social events from May to September.
Levitt Dayton 2024 Concert Season
Live music returns to downtown Dayton -The 2024 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion has been officially announced.
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!
National (MEGA) Pretzel Day at On Par
Enjoy a 20% Discount All Day on our colossal MEGA Pretzel, the largest of its kind in Ohio, weighing in at a whopping 24 ounces ~ ONLY at On Par Entertainment!
A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival
Food, Family Fun, Dance & Music - Showcasing the ethnic backgrounds and cultures of Dayton and the greater Miami Valley at A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival.
The Perondi's Stunt Dog Experience
The high-energy excitement of Perondis and their cast of human performers and dogs will delight audiences of all ages.
Out on 5th - downtown Dayton
Shop, dine and relax! Out on 5th is the closure of Fifth Street in the Oregon District of downtown Dayton to vehicular traffic on weekends. Photo credit @mikebeerbower
Yellow Cab Food Truck Rally 2024 Season
Join us for food truck festivals at the Yellow Cab Tavern in downtown Dayton March through October.
All-City Arts Festival
Join us for a day of music, art and food featuring the talents of Dayton Public School students.
Summer Steam Train — Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad
Experience a historic train ride on the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad behind a real working steam engine.
Buckeye Vodka's Let Get Brunched
Join us for Buckeye Vodka's "Let's Get Brunched" – an event that's just as delightful as it sounds!
RiverScape MetroPark's FREE 2024 Summer Music Series
Enjoy FREE music under the pavilion - here's the concert schedule for the 2024 RiverScape Summer Music Series
Review: West Side Story at LaComedia
Mike Woody reviews West Side Story, now through May 5 at La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro
