Things to do with kids in Dayton Ohio
Looking for fun things to do with the kids? Check out our Full Family Events Calendar for help finding things to do with the whole family, right here in Dayton! Click here.
Upcoming Family-friendly events around Dayton
Dwyer School of Irish Dance ~ Recital 2026
Join us for a wonderful evening of music and dance! Enjoy our beginners taking the stage for the first time to our decorated champions lighting up the stages with solo and group choreography.
Dayton Contra / Barn Dance
Let the rhythms lift your feet and your spirits! Join us to dance or just listen to some of the best bands and callers. No experience is necessary, all ages are welcome. Live Music.
Mid-America Offroad Expo (formerly Dayton Off Road Expo & Show)
Vendors, jeeps, monster trucks and more will be at the Dayton Offroad Expo! Fun for the entire family -see our website for more details.
TGG Valentines Preorders
Valentine’s Day preorders are live at The Grazing Ground! Choose from DIY cookie kits or Valentine’s bento boxes filled with homemade gluten-free treats—perfect for gifting, sharing, or a cozy night in. 💚🍪
2026 Beavercreek Weekend of Jazz
Annual, educational jazz festival in Beavercreek, presented by the Beavercreek Music Parents Association.
Free family movie: "The Wild Robot" at the Springboro Performing Arts Center
The City of Springboro presents three free family movies this winter at the Springboro Performing Arts Center, 115 Wright Station Way. Showtimes are noon and 2 p.m. See "The Wild Robot" Saturday, Feb. 21.
For the Birds
Did you know February is National Bird Feeding Month? The City of West Carrollton Parks and Recreation is having a family friendly event that is free to everyone!
Sweet Creations: Valentine Cookie Decorating Class
Join us for a sweet and creative evening just in time for Valentine’s Day!
Saturday Night Fox Hollow Rodeo
Family Fun At Fox Hollow Rodeo held every Saturday night year round with Indoor (Oct-April) / Outdoor Arena - Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
First Friday Art Hop and Saturday Open Studios at Front Street
Explore 150+ artists, studios, vintage vendors, food trucks, and more at Front Street's First Friday Hart Hop and Saturday open studios
Dinosaurs in Dayton: Jurassic Quest
Jurassic Quest roars through the Dayton Convention Center with a family-friendly event for dinosaur lovers of all ages!
Things to do with kids around Dayton
Capri Lanes
Bowling Center in Kettering offering Open & Cosmic Bowl, Leagues & Group Events; Sports Bar with multiple TV's, great food and craft beers.
Beaver-vu Bowling
Beaver-vu bowl in Beavercreek - Your neighborhood family fun center dedicated to making fun bowling memories for the whole family!
THE WEB extreme entertainment
West Chester Location - Laser Web - Inside Track - Jurassic Par Mini-Golf - Hang Ten bowling alley - great for birthday parties and group events!!
Timber & Bow Play Studio
A clean, safe, modern indoor play space in Troy, Ohio for children of all ages to play and socialize while caregivers enjoy some down time.
Poelking Bowling
We feature (4) modern bowling centers complete with state-of-the-art scoring and bumpers on every lane.
Scene75 Entertainment Center
Scene75 Entertainment Center is the largest indoor entertainment center in the country and offers affordable FUN for everyone!
Coco Key Water Resort
CoCo Key Water Resort is a fun-filled experience for every member of the family. It's more than a hotel or water park, it's an ADVENTURE!
The Magic Castle
Family Fun in Kettering Ohio - The Magic Castle is the place for Dayton's BEST Birthday Parties - Soft Play, action-filled Arcade Games for all ages - 18-hole Magical Miniature Golf Course - and much more - come check us out!
Adventure Reef Water Park
Kettering Outdoor Water Park - this 3-acre outdoor aquatic facility features a leisure pool with large water playground, two water slides, an interactive splash pad and a baby/toddler pool.
Laser Web
Laser Web is Dayton's Premier Laser Tag facility. Also, a Laser Maze, Virtual Reality, Arcade, and Snack Bar. Birthday parties, group events or just a great time for friends and family.
Splash Zone
Family Aquatic Center & Waterpark in Springfield Ohio with over 400 feet of Water Slides, 280 foot Lazy River, Water Vortex, Sprayground, Diving Boards and more.
Camps Rock, Inc.
Camps Rock is Dayton's only fully searchable online directory of summer camps. We have a comprehensive listing, and parents can search by age/grade, topic, location, and date to find the perfect camp.
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
The world's largest and oldest military aviation museum, located in Dayton Ohio.
Poelking Bowling
We feature (4) modern bowling centers complete with state-of-the-art scoring and bumpers on every lane.
Arctic Ice skating
We are an All Season, Synthetic Ice Skating Rink, We use special Hybrid Skates, we have open skate, birthday parties and welcome large groups!
Ninja Obstacle Parties
Come visit Dayton's first Ninja Warrior gym ran by Cleveland City finalist, Dan Arnold. We provide classes, parties, open gym, competitions, and mobile obstacle events for both kids and adults.
Young's Jersey Dairy
Working dairy farm with restaurant, bakery, miniature golf, driving range, and batting cage and gift shop. Located in Yellow Springs, OH Bring the kids along for a great family day out at Youngs Dairy! Check our website for current festivals and activities.
Soak City
More than 50 water activities at the Kings Island waterpark, including 30 water slides, tropical lagoons, rushing rivers, and surfable waves including a 650,000-gallon wave pool, Tidal Wave Bay.
Great Wolf Lodge
America's Largest Family of Indoor Waterparks - a great family getaway for all ages, located in Mason Ohio close to Kings Island.
Your Adventure Golf
Since opening our doors to the public in 1987, Your Adventure Golf has become a must-see destination for people all over the Dayton area.
Vandalia Recreation Center
58,000 square foot facility including a fitness center, indoor waterpark and more, serving the community's recreation and leisure needs.
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Located at The Mall at Fairfield Commons - Where Kids create their own stuffed animals - our pawsonal party planners can help customize a birthday party just for you!
