News in Dayton Ohio
News in Dayton
Kings Island Announces 2020 Season Opening Dates
Park will open first to Season Passholders only, and will operate with stringent hygiene protocols, procedures to manage capacity and enable social distancing.
Dayton Recreation Centers and the Jim Nichols Tennis Complex to reopen
City of Dayton Recreation centers, Jim Nichols Tennis Complex to reopen to community on June 15.
Carillon Historical Park Re-Opens June 15th
Dayton History is excited to announce that Carillon Historical Park, the Carillon Brewing Company and Culp's Cafe will re-open on Monday, June 15.
"Dayton's Children" chronicles world-changers, now in E-book
How is "Murphy" of Murphy's Law tied to Charles Kettering to the Wright brothers? In the new e-book edition of "Dayton's Children" they are among 20 innovators who changed our world.
Centerville Summer Concert Series delayed until July 12
The City of Centerville is delaying the start of the 2020 Summer Concert Series due to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
Strawberry Donut Day at Coldwater Cafe
Troy Strawberry Festival may have been canceled, but Coldwater Cafe will be serving strawberry donuts for a good cause, along with other strawberry-infused treats and desserts.
Playgrounds, museums & other entertainment facilities can reopen June 10
Gov. Mike DeWine has announced that certain recreation and entertainment facilities can reopen with restrictions beginning June 10.
MetroParks to reopen select campsites June 8
Five Rivers MetroParks is reopening select campsites with additional hygiene protocols in place to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Kings Island sues to reopen immediately
Kings Island has filed a lawsuit against the Ohio Department of Health, and the Warren County Health District.
Dragon Dragons update on status of 2020 season
The Dayton Dragons have posted an update on the 2020 season via social media.
Dayton Art Institute faces a fundraising gap of $1 million due to COVID-19 crisis
The Dayton Art Institute is facing an 'unprecedented financial crisis'. Here's how to help.
Downtown Dayton to launch encore round of the Gift Card Bonus Buy program
Spend $25 on a gift card to your favorite downtown business, and receive a bonus $15 card to another business.
Ready to escape reality? The Great Escape Game reopens today
Are you ready to escape reality? The Great Escape Game in Beavercreek is NOW OPEN with new policies and procedures in place.
Ready to get your Axe on? Wild Axe Throwing reopens today
Are you ready to get your Axe on? Wild Axe Throwing in Beavercreek is NOW OPEN with new policies and procedures in place.
2nd Street Outdoor Market to reopen this Saturday
2nd Street Market will reopen its outdoor market this Saturday with new restrictions and limited hours.
The Mall at Fairfield Commons Transforms Parking Lot into Free Community Drive-In Theater
Safe, socially distant Free Cinema under the Stars: The Mall at Fairfield Commons presents family-friendly movies as part of a new series of drive-in movies.
Dayton area Buffalo Wild Wings set to reopen May 27
Buffalo Wild Wings reopen all Dayton area locations for indoor dining today, Wednesday, May 27.
The 2020 Montgomery County Fair has been canceled
The 2020 Montgomery County Fair has been canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic.
GermanFest at Riverscape canceled, alternative Picnic to-go being planned
The 2020 Germanfest Picnic has been canceled due to the continued uncertainty amid the COVID-19 situation.
When will cicadas return to Ohio?
Millions of cicadas are due to emerge after 17 years underground. But when will the noisy little critters invade Ohio again?

































