2026 Spring Festivals around Dayton Ohio
Say goodbye to the winter chill and celebrate the arrival of spring in the Miami Valley! Discover the best 2026 spring festivals in Dayton and around the area! From the Sugar Maple Festival to A World A'Fair, find dates, locations, and family fun near you.
Festivals: Spring in Dayton
Eastern European Heritage Experience
Saturday, April 18 2026
Ethnic foods, local artisans, musicians, and cultural dancers - highlighting the traditions and customs of Eastern Europe. Save the date, April 18, 2026, and plan to enjoy this family- friendly festivity, free admission
Kettering TreeFest
Saturday, April 18 2026
Speak for the trees, as the Lorax says, by putting down some roots at this yearly event! Bring gloves, shovels, and a watering container if you have them!
America's Packard Museum Spring Fling
Friday, April 24 2026
The British Invasion: 250 Years of Revolution—Join us at America's Packard Museum for the 2026 Packard Spring Fling! April 24-25
Sugar Maple Festival
Friday, April 24 2026
The annual Sugar Maple Festival in beautiful downtown Bellbrook, Ohio. April 24-26, 2026
A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival
Friday, May 01 2026
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.
ARTeBRATION
Friday, May 01 2026
FREE Admission, Family Friendly, 2 Day, Rain or Shine, indoor/outdoor Celebration of the Arts! Brick City Mural Festival, Dayton Food Truck Rally, Live Music, 100+ art studios, galleries & shops...
Huber Heights Marigold Festival
Friday, May 08 2026
The Huber Heights Marigold Festival returns this spring as a multi-day community celebration designed to bring families, residents, and visitors together for a full weekend of fun ☀️
Family Fun Day
Saturday, May 09 2026
Grab the kids, lace up your sneakers, and head to the park! Family Fun Day is all about getting outside, staying active, and enjoying time together in the fresh air.
Vandalia Sweet Treats Fest
Saturday, May 09 2026
This Sweet Treats Fest for all the sugar lovers out there. There will be food trucks, dessert vendors selling candy and sweets, non-food vendors, live music and more!
Hamvention 2026
Friday, May 15 2026
Hamvention, the world's largest amateur radio gathering at Greene County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by Dayton Amateur Radio Association.
Spring Fest in the Burg
Friday, May 15 2026
Celebrate spring in Miamisburg with 3 days of local art, live music, food trucks, carnival rides & community fun—May 15–17, 2026 at Riverfront Park!
Dayton Vegan Spring Market
Sunday, May 17 2026
Come chill at Dayton Vegan Spring Market for cool eats, fun vibes, and awesome plant-based finds!
Fleurs de Fête - Wine & Gourmet Food Festival
Sunday, May 17 2026
Held each May, Fleurs de Fete is Carillon Historical Park's original "party in the park." Guests enjoy more than 400 wine samplings & delicious bites!
Memorial Day Weekend at Youngs Dairy
Thursday, May 21 2026
Celebrate Memorial Day with us at Young's Dairy. You show up, we'll supply the fun! May 21st-25th, 2026
Dayton Burger Fest - Food Truck Rally
Friday, May 22 2026
🍔 Incredible burgers and fantastic food trucks at The Brightside 🍔 Entry is FREE!
Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival
Friday, May 22 2026
Live entertainment, Memorial Day Parade, Carnival rides, Kayaking or canoeing on the lake and much more!
Dayton Heritage Day with the Dayton Philharmonic
Sunday, May 24 2026
Held on Memorial Day weekend, Heritage Day at Carillon Historical Park celebrates Dayton's unparalleled history through special activities, costumed interpreters, and more!
Passport to MetroParks 2026
Friday, May 29 2026
Join us at Riverscape for an exciting Family-Friendly evening full of Live Music, Foodtrucks, and Fun Activities like Rock Climbing! FREE Admission!
Dayton Cheese Fest!
Saturday, May 30 2026
🧀 It’s all things CHEESE and COUNTRY - NEW festival you won't want to miss! Stacked musical lineup! Inflatables & games for the kids! American Fireworks show! Free Admission! 🧀
St. Helen Spring Festival
Friday, June 05 2026
Family fun all weekend with rides for the kids, food, flea market, beer garden and more!
Troy Strawberry Festival
Saturday, June 06 2026
Troy celebrates its place as the center of Ohio's strawberry production by hosting the Troy Strawberry Festival.
