Dayton Arts & Entertainment News
Highlighting arts and entertainment news around Dayton and the Miami Valley.
Entertainment in Dayton
Step Back in Time at Whisperz Speakeasy
Whisperz Speakeasy, opening February 14th in West Carrollton, Ohio, invites you to experience the glamour of the Roaring Twenties.
Lisa’s Top Picks for 2025 Winter Restaurant Week
Warm up with Lisa's top picks from Winter Restaurant Week! A big thank you to the talented chefs and their dedicated teams for crafting such flavorful and satisfying dishes.
Review: Ghost: The Musical at La Comedia
Mike Woody reviews Ghost: The Musical: now at La Comedia Dinner Theatre thru Feb 9
First Friday: New Year Downtown Edition
The first First Friday of 2025 is happening on Friday, January 3, and offers everything you need to ring in the new year with some familiar and local flavor.
Local Animator Brings Holiday Magic to Netflix's "That Christmas"
✨ Congratulations to Beavercreek High School graduate Alex Shilt, one of the talented animators behind Netflix's new holiday movie, "That Christmas" ✨
Where to see the best Christmas lights around Dayton
Where to see the very best Christmas lights around Dayton - there's nothing quite like Christmas light displays to get you in the holiday spirit!
Review: A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
Mike Woody reviews A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical - now through this weekend at The Schuster in downtown Dayton
2025 Beavercreek Weekend of Jazz
Annual, educational jazz festival in Beavercreek, presented by the Beavercreek Music Parents Association.
Christmas With The Petersens
Join America's favorite bluegrass family band The Petersens this Christmas at the historic Victoria Theatre for an unforgettable musical experience full of music and laughter.
Dayton RTA’s historic Christmas trolley is back just in time for the holiday season
Greater Dayton RTA’s historic Christmas trolley gracing local streets once more in this year’s Dayton Children’s Parade on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, as well for select special public events throughout the month of December.
Culture Works awards more than $600,000 in grants to arts organizations and artists
Dayton-area arts groups and artists received over $600,000 in 2023-2024 grants, boosting Dayton's economy by an estimated $3.5M.
Review: Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn" at LaComedia
Don’t miss the chance to reserve your spot at the ‘Holiday Inn,’ now at LaComedia Dinner Theatre thru Dec 29
City of Miamisburg presents Star City Season of Lights
Make a stop on the Star City Season of Lights Tour and visit the Gingko Stage in Riverfront Park to get your family photos!
Rooftop restaurant brings back the igloo dining experience
The Foundry Rooftop in downtown Dayton is bringing back their epic Igloo Experience. Don't miss out on this unforgettable outdoor winter culinary experience!
WinterFest at Kings Island
More than five million lights and live entertainment throughout the park for Kings Island's holiday-themed festival WinterFest Select Nights November 28 - December 31, 2025 - Join us for Festive Food, Shopping, Rides & More!
$250 Grand Prize Karaoke Contest at On Par Entertainment
Come sing your heart out for a chance to win $250 at our Karaoke Contest at On Par Entertainment!
Paranormal Cirque -Oct 31-Nov 3
Dive into the Magical World of Paranormal Cirque! With horror show and performers on the outside! This is truly a Paranormal experience like no other.
Pumpkin Glow Volunteer Event - Tracing and Carving
The Stoddard Avenue Pumpkin Glow Volunteer Event - Tracing and Carving! No artistic skills? No problem!
Review: Saturday Night Fever: The Musical at La Comedia Dinner Theatre
Impressive & Contagious. Michael Woody reviews Saturday Night Fever: The Musical at La Comedia Dinner Theatre September 19 - October 27, 2024.
Dayton Live Launches Campaign to Secure the Future of the Arts
Dayton Live, the region's leading arts organization, has launched a new campaign, "Spotlight on the Future Capital," aimed at raising $25 million to ensure the continued success of its world-class performing arts venues.
