Dayton Arts & Entertainment News
Highlighting arts and entertainment news around Dayton and the Miami Valley.
Entertainment in Dayton
More than baseball back with Dragons home opener
Spring has finally arrived and as the sun comes out to play, so too will the Dayton's own professional baseball franchise, the Dayton Dragons.
The New Old Fashioned
What began as a group of school friends has become a new voice in the Dayton music scene. Today, The New Old Fashioned has taken is form of American Rock to the vinyl with a simple message: be Ohio proud.
A Not So Traditional Tradition: The 6th Annual Blue Beer Day at Milano's!
With St. Paddy's day getting closer, and kegs of green beer are being prepared to start flowing through the city of Dayton, there is one local establishment that is preparing for festivities that may not seem to be the most common of celebrations.
Muse Machine: Connecting Students & The Arts
For many Dayton students, exposure to the arts during middle school and high school years is hard to come by. Tickets can be expensive, and show times can be hard to catch on a busy schedule. In Dayton, though, we have a popular organization to thank for many of these experiences: Muse Machine.
See the Future of the Auto Industry at the Dayton Auto Show
Cars from dozens of brands will congregate at the Dayton Convention Center February 21 through 24 . The auto show will be chance to see cars of all kinds - whether you're a diehard enthusiast or you're on the market for a new set of wheels.
A Very Grand Opening at Raise Your Brush
Have a fun, social, and creative experience at Raise Your Brush!
Six Ways to Enjoy the Winter Outdoors in Dayton
I'm sure by now, most of us have a serious case of cabin fever and would like nothing more than for Spring to arrive. But why wait for Spring to get outside? There's plenty of things to do around Dayton despite the weather! Here's a few ideas that will get you out of the house and enjoying some of that fresh air!
The Black Box Improv Theater
Thanks to Justin Howard, Dayton has its own improvisational theater. If you're not familiar with improvisational theater, it's a form of theater where most or all of what is performed is created at the moment it is performed, with little or no pre-planning.
Win A Movie Experience To Rave About!
You'll find the only all digital IMAX theater in the Dayton area at The Greene in Beavercreek. Now, Dayton Local offer you the chance to win 2 free tickets to see the movie of your choice - in time for this weekend!
Experience Slacklining at The Midwest Outdoor Experience
As Daytonians come out in droves to see and try a myriad of new outdoor activities, they'll also get a chance to see world-class competition in one of the more unusual pastimes.
The Ohio Renaissance Festival
The Ohio Renaissance Festival may be a tribute to Elizabethan era England, but organizers say the food festivalgoers may try in the 16th century replica village has roots firmly planted locally.
54th Annual Tipp City Mum Festival
Every year for 54 years, Tipp City hosts a festival honoring the beautiful chrysanthemum. This year, Tipp City is honoring the festival's mid-century roots with the theme Vintage Mums…Long Live the 50s.
What's Poppin' Inside the Dayton Philharmonic?
Imagine for a moment what life would be like without music. It's a strange thought, wouldn't you agree? It seems that music is a universal language, and Neal Gittleman, conductor of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra would agree. Some of you reading this might think you have this orchestra all hammered out, and that all you get is classical music, right? What if I told you that you were wrong?
Tickets On Sale at the Victoria
The Victoria Theatre delights Dayton audiences of all ages each year as it presents more than 300 performances. Tomorrow morning, August 11 from 8 to 11 a.m. you'll have the chance to purchase single tickets during the On Sale Event at the Ticket Center Stage Box Office in the Schuster Center.
Wir sehen uns beim Germanfest 2012!
Imagine that you drive by the Carillon Park, and you see people eating, drinking, and being merry. That would be the Germanfest folks, because that is what they do best! So let me give you a bit of Germanfest history, and WHY you should be there!
The Fraze is Pulling Out All The Corks
Even the most seasoned wine connoisseur has to agree that opening that menu of whites and reds for the first time was an intimidating experience. Wine activities conjure up thoughts of highbrow tastings and top-notch eateries. Fortunately, Dayton officials have the perfect idea to make the fair spirit less daunting.
Dayton Air Show 2012
It's time again for the Dayton Air Show, and if you haven't been then it's time to put on your flip flops and head out for this year's rendition. Not only will Dayton have the pleasure and the honor of watching the Blue Angels fly, but there are some other fantastic daredevils that will be on the scene and someone you won't want to miss the opportunity to meet!
Inside Scene 75
You've heard about it on the news - Scene 75 in Dayton officially opened today! Yesterday, we got to tour this new 124,000 square foot entertainment facility and take a few photos. Now we are going to share with you what Scene 75 has to offer!
Dayton Ohio Independence Day Celebrations & Fireworks 2012
Comprehensive list of Independence Day celebrations and fireworks displays for Dayton and the entire Miami Valley Region.
Last Call for Dayton
On most nights in the City of Dayton, bands take to the stage in the various local establishments. There are a lot of great cover bands that can be discovered in Dayton. Last Call is one of the bands that you should see.
