News in Dayton Ohio
News in Dayton
Winter Solstice Sunrise Celebration at SunWatch Village
Celebrate the Winter Solstice Sunrise at SunWatch Village on December 21 and join in welcoming the return of longer days and brighter skies ☀️❄️
First Friday: December - Holiday Fun Edition
The holiday season is officially underway and you can celebrate the most wonderful time of the year during December First Friday!
Centerville Holiday Skylights Drone Show
The City of Centerville is excited to announce the return of the Centerville Holiday Skylights event, a spectacular drone light show set to dazzle residents and visitors.
La Comedia's All-Star 'Scrooge' is a Christmas Miracle
A 50th Anniversary triumph! Chris Beiser leads a powerhouse cast, matched by exceptional set design and lighting, in this magical, must-see rendition of 'Scrooge: The Musical.'
6 Drive-Thru Christmas light displays around Dayton
Christmas 2025 - Gather your family and take a drive to enjoy Christmas lights from the safety and comfort of your own car! Here are 6 Christmas drive light displays around Dayton in 2025.
Recycle holiday lights with Five Rivers MetroParks
Drop off lights at one of these locations and support the Five Rivers MetroParks Foundation.
Dayton Mediation Center Seeks Volunteers for Juvenile Court Diversion Program
Share your wisdom and time as a Community Impact Panel (CIP) volunteer for the Juvenile Court Diversion Program. Help youth ages 11-17 reflect on choices and avoid a criminal record.
Season Of Impact: URS Day of Giving on WDTN
Join a Dayton tradition reimagined. Support the URS Day of Giving on WDTN (formally known as Telethon) and help transform the lives of children and adults with disabilities.
Centerville Partners With Hope 4 Centerville to Fill Toters For Tots
The City of Centerville wants your help “Filling Toters for Tots” through November 30 in support of Hope 4 Centerville’s Hope 4 Christmas Store.
"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.
Global Artisan Market at 2nd Street Market
The 2nd Street Market has partnered with Welcome Dayton to invite special guest artisans who recently arrived in this country to share their cultures with the Market community.
The story behind Frankenstein's Castle at Hills & Dales
Closed in 1967, mysterious tales about the tower at Hills & Dales still persist, but what is the real story?
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.
Dayton’s Old Courthouse: The Steps Where Presidents Are Made
What do Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, and Ronald Reagan have in common? They all stood on the steps of Dayton’s Old Courthouse. Discover how this iconic Dayton landmark has played a pivotal role in American politics.
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⚡
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.
"A Very Carillon Christmas" wins Ohio Valley Emmy® Award
Dayton's A Very Carillon Christmas, starring Gary Sandy, won an Ohio Valley Emmy! This holiday special, highlighting Dayton's rich history of innovation, is a festive highlight at Carillon Park.
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.
Carillon Historical Park Celebrates 75 Years
Today, June 3, 2025, Carillon Historical Park—a 65-acre open-air museum—kicks off its 75th anniversary year, which will culminate this fall with the unveiling of a new master plan.



































