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First Friday: August - Art in the City pre-pARTy Edition

First Friday: August - Art in the City pre-pARTy Edition

The arts and creativity take center stage this month at First Friday in Downtown Dayton.

Celtic Fest returns to downtown Dayton this weekend

Celtic Fest returns to downtown Dayton this weekend

Dayton Celtic Fest returns to Riverscape in downtown Dayton this weekend July 28-30-here's everything you need to know

City of Dayton Lights in Flight Fireworks

City of Dayton Lights in Flight Fireworks

The City of Dayton Independence Day Lights in Flight Fireworks * New location - Kettering Field, just north of downtown Dayton *

200+ Free Outdoor Summer Concerts in 2023

200+ Free Outdoor Summer Concerts in 2023

It's almost summer: Check out these FREE outdoor concerts and music festivals for 2023 scheduled across Dayton and the Miami Valley.

Levitt Dayton 2023 Concert Season

Levitt Dayton 2023 Concert Season

Live music returns to downtown Dayton-The 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion has been officially announced.

Paddlesport Rentals at RiverScape MetroPark

Paddlesport Rentals at RiverScape MetroPark

RiverScape - Rent kayaks to explore the Great Miami River in downtown Dayton. Rentals walk-ups Tuesdays from 2-6pm and Thursdays from 4-8pm, June-September.

First Friday: June - Downtown Pride Edition

First Friday: June - Downtown Pride Edition

We're celebrating our downtown Pride this June starting on First Friday, a free event June 2 from 5-10p. #BuyLocal #ShopSmall

Photos & Video: The new Carillon Park Railroad is open

Photos & Video: The new Carillon Park Railroad is open

Carillon Historical Park held a 'Golden Spike Ceremony and Dedication' for the new Carillon Park Railroad today.

Five Rivers MetroParks names Karen Hesser next CEO

Five Rivers MetroParks names Karen Hesser next CEO

Five Rivers MetroParks' Board of Park Commissioners has named Karen Hesser as the new chief executive officer of the agency. Hesser to begin her tenure Monday, May 1.

Getting Your Roof Ready For Summer

Getting Your Roof Ready For Summer

Heat and intense sunshine that can take a toll on your roof. Here's some tips to help you get your roof ready for the summer months.

Miami Valley Cycling Summit Returns May 19

Miami Valley Cycling Summit Returns May 19

Registration for the 2023 Miami Valley Cycling Summit is now open.

Can Your Roof Survive the Winter?

Can Your Roof Survive the Winter?

As fall has ended and winter is in full swing, it's time to inspect your roof. Unsurprisingly, the heavy snow, winds, and ice have the ability to seriously damage property.

First Friday: Holiday Shopping Edition - December 2022

First Friday: Holiday Shopping Edition - December 2022

The holiday season is upon us once again, but this year is extra special – we're celebrating the Dayton Holiday Festival and 50 years of a holiday tradition in downtown Dayton!

MetroParks Ice Rink opens Thanksgiving weekend

MetroParks Ice Rink opens Thanksgiving weekend

The region's largest outdoor ice skating rink opens at Riverscape Friday, Nov. 25.

HAUNTFEST celebrates Halloween & Community

HAUNTFEST celebrates Halloween & Community

Oregon District's HAUNTFEST celebrates Halloween & Community Oct. 29, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 28-30, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 28-30, 2022

With Halloween only days away, here are some events and things to do around Dayton to check out this weekend.

Holiday in Lights moves to new location

Holiday in Lights moves to new location

The Alleen Company and Warren County Park District announce Holiday in Lights show and 5K move to Armco Park in Warren County.

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 21-23, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 21-23, 2022

Here are several events and things to do around Dayton you should check out this weekend.

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 14-16, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 14-16, 2022

TEDxDayton, Oktoberfest, Halloween festivals, concerts, and book sales are some of the events and things to do around Dayton scheduled for this weekend.

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 7-9, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 7-9, 2022

Sauerkraut Festival returns this weekend! Here are several other events around Dayton you don't want to miss this weekend.

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