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Five Rivers MetroParks Seeks New Levy to Protect Parks, Maintain Amenities
Montgomery County voters to decide on additional funding for MetroParks in November ballot. Levy will ensure parks remain safe, clean, and accessible for all while protecting natural areas and wildlife.
Free Wednesdays at the YMCA in June
Wanna see what the Y is all about? Come by any of our 12 Dayton area locations for FREE any Wednesday in June! Use our fitness center, pool, gym, group fitness classes and more! If you join, we'll waive your join fee.
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!
Ohio Expands 2024 Sales Tax Holiday
Great news for Ohio families! Extended financial relief for shoppers in Ohio this summer during the longest sales tax holiday in state history.
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.
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!
National Bike To Work Day Pancake Breakfast
Riverscape MetroPark - Leave your car in the garage and support National Bike to Work Day presented by MVRPC. The first 400 cyclists to check in at the Bike to Work Day Pancake Breakfast will receive a free gift.
Levitt Dayton 2024 Concert Season
Live music returns to downtown Dayton -The 2024 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion has been officially announced.
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.
Dayton Residents Remain Welcoming to Immigrants, Despite Slight Decline
Acceptance of immigrants as new neighbors spiked at 70% in 2021 but has declined for two straight years.
Summer Art Camps at The Dayton Art Institute
Introduce your children to the world of art through Summer Art Camps at The DAI. Registrater online today-Art Camps fill quickly!
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.
Ben and Jerrys Free Cone Day
#FreeConeDay is our way to celebrate and say thanks for another year of support, and we've kept it up every year - spreading the peace, love & ice cream.
The bluebells at Aullwood Garden are in full bloom
Virginia bluebells are blooming now at Aullwood Garden MetroPark! Take a walk along the mile-long garden path and witness hillsides carpeted in these stunning spring wildflowers.
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.
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
Summer in the City events return for 2024
Mark your calendar: Summer in the City events return for 2024—Three signature events are planned for this year’s summer celebration, presented by AES Ohio.
Dixie Drive-In Movies Opening Weekend
Step back in time and watch the big screen outdoors. Dixie Drive-In Movies opens for the 2024 season on March 29!
Local Author Inspires Young Readers with "The Late Bloomer"
"The Late Bloomer" teaches patience through a young walnut tree's journey. Inspired by her own late-blooming tree, M. Woods' book encourages kids to grow at their own pace.