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Call for Entry: In Small Measure
In Small Measure is our inaugural fundraising exhibition where we ask participants to create a postcard sized work of art, donate it to us, and in exchange, it will be included in an exhibition on February 13-14, 2026.
First Friday: November - Dayton Holiday Festival Countdown Edition
The season of celebration and giving is quickly approaching and you can start holiday celebrations a little bit early at the November 7 First Friday!
"Dayton Holiday Hits" Offers Free Streaming to Benefit Oasis House
Free Local Holiday Music! Centerville Arts Commission member Terry O’Brien organized "Dayton Holiday Hits for Hope," featuring over 15 local artists like The Fries Band and Alexis Gomez.
Indigenous Fashion Takes Center Stage at the Dayton Arcade
The Four Winds Indigenous Fashion Show will celebrate the creativity, resilience and cultural heritage of Indigenous designers and artists—November 9 in The Tank at the Dayton Arcade.
Remembering Dr. Creep
Though he passed away back in 2011, the presence of Barry Lee Hobart, better known as Dr. Creep, is still felt by many, especially around Halloween.
Vintage Market Days® = Heaven for Antique Lovers!
VMD is a three-day event that offers 288 booths in 4 barns and outdoors. Each booth offers expertly staged merchandise. There is so much to see, it’s hard to take it all in on one visit.
5 Haunted Places Around Dayton
Mysterious local tales that will give you the chills. Could these be the most haunted places around Dayton?
First Friday: October - Fall Fun Edition
There's a chill in the air, are you ready for the fall edition of First Friday? October 3 marks another night to be out and about downtown!
Feast of Giving Calls All Hands for Thanksgiving Day 2025 Event
Organizers are calling for up to 400 volunteers to help revive the🦃 Feast of Giving, a cherished tradition in the Dayton community.
Sunflowers in Full Bloom at Calvary Cemetery
🌻 Calvary Cemetery in Dayton is glowing with sunflowers in full bloom, creating a breathtaking seasonal display 📷 Bring your camera and loved ones! 🌻
First Friday: September - Back to School Edition
Summer is winding down and kids are heading back to school, so it’s time to send summer off in a big way. Invite friends and family to partake in First Friday fun!
Dayton Gone Crackers? Local businesses jump on the Cracker Barrel bandwagon
A recent logo change from Cracker Barrel—and the ensuing online backlash—sparked a creative trend right here in the Miami Valley, with several local businesses joining the fun.
Dayton EV Group Takes Mission Statewide
Local Dayton EV Group Drive Electric Dayton announces the launch of the Electric Vehicle Association of Ohio to help people statewide discover the benefits of EVs⚡
10 Things You Didn't Know About Dayton Germanfest Picnic
The Germanfest Picnic in the historic St. Anne's Hill neighborhood offers authentic German fare including schnitzel dinners, bands playing in the biergarten, food and craft vendors and more! New for 2024 - German Car Show!
Day Air Ballpark Named Nation's Best Single-A Ballpark
The Dayton Dragons’ home field, Day Air Ballpark, has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Newsweek Fans’ Choice Award for Best Single-A Ballpark in the United States.
First Friday: August - Art in the City Edition
Celebrate August! The arts and creativity take center stage this month at First Friday in Downtown Dayton.
EV Me Out to the Ballgame
Come join friends, family, car enthusiasts, and Drive Electric Dayton members and supporters at a Dayton Dragons game on Saturday, July 19.
First Friday: July 4th - Independence and Independents' Edition
Friday, July 4, you're invited to celebrate Independence Day in Dayton and see for yourself what downtown has to offer!
Kitchen Remodeling Made Easy: Trusting the Experts
When it comes to kitchen remodeling, choosing the right partner makes all the difference. If you're considering remodeling your kitchen in the Dayton area, consider the team that puts reliability and your satisfaction first.
Meadowlark & Wheat Penny Duo to launch "Little Bear"
Dayton's Meadowlark and Wheat Penny are launching "Little Bear" this fall; a new spot for world-inspired sandwiches and brunch in the historic Dietz Block.
