Things to do with kids in Dayton Ohio
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Upcoming Family-friendly events around Dayton
Love Your Craft Show
You'll L-O-V-E this craft show! There are over 80 booths of artists, crafters, farmers, jewelry, canvas purses, plants and much more. Inside 2 heated buildings. Plus a Sip & Shop Wine Tasting! Free Parking.
Trivia Wednesdays - Pluribus
Pluribus Trivia at On Par on January 28th at 7PM. Test your knowledge of the Apple TV+ series. 21+ at 8:30 or once trivia ends.
Music Bingo every Thursday
Monthly music bingo is just not enough. Join us every Thursday from 6pm until 10pm. Enjoy great pizza and drinks. Bring the whole family.
St. Albert the Great Fish Fry
Don't miss the fun! Join us for delicious food, cold beverages, fun games, and an amazing silent auction! 21+ Carry out available. St. Albert Parish Center, School, Cafeteria, and Spirit Center.
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.
"Minecraft" movie, free at the Springboro Performing Arts Center
Free Saturday movies are back! The City of Springboro presents "Minecraft" Saturday, Jan. 24 at the Springboro Performing Arts Center, 115 Wright Station Way. With showings at noon and 2 p.m., admission is free.
Small Business Saturday Pop-up Shops
Come be part of the Small Business Saturday Pop-up Shops, happening once a month on Saturdays from 10 AM–12 PM, December 2025 through April 2026! Each event features a variety of local vendors offering unique products!
The One with Goats & Cookies - Valentines Edition
The One where you decorate gluten-free cookies, cuddle goats after, and leave smiling.
TBD: The Improvised Musical!
The Centerville Arts Commission and City of Centerville present a laugh-out-loud, one-of-a-kind theatrical experience this Valentine’s weekend with ✨ Uptown Improv featuring TBD: The Improvised Musical!
Sweet Creations: Valentine Cookie Decorating Class
Join us for a sweet and creative evening just in time for Valentine’s Day!
TechFest 2026
TechFest is a free two-day family event held at Sinclair Community College with 80+ exhibits and presentations!
Guided Tours
Join us for an inside look at the exhibition, with fresh insights into the artist and her work. FREE and open to all.
Things to do with kids around Dayton
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.
Nova Adventure Park
Get ready to have a great time jumping at Nova Trampoline and Adventure Park in Kettering, OH
Get Air Trampoline Park
Wish you could flip & fly, bounce off the walls, defeat your friends at dodgeball and become the next ninja warrior? You can at Get Air Trampoline Park! Fun for all ages!
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.
YMCA of Greater Dayton
Health and wellness, exercise and wellness programs as well as child care, day camp and family programs.
Beaver-vu Bowling
Beaver-vu bowl in Beavercreek - Your neighborhood family fun center dedicated to making fun bowling memories for the whole family!
Scene75 Entertainment Center
Scene75 Entertainment Center is the largest indoor entertainment center in the country and offers affordable FUN for everyone!
Idle-Hour Ranch
An animal sanctuary dedicated to providing family-friendly fun, education, and hands-on interaction; to promote loving care for animals of all species and to encourage conservation on a global scale.
Kings Island
Amusement park located in Mason OH has more than 80 world-class rides and attractions that are perfect for thrill seekers of all ages.
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!!
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.
Englewood Fun Center
Outdoor Miniature Golf, Indoor Batting Cages, Inflatable Bouncing Houses, Arcade, more...
Troy Aquatic Park
Cool off this summer and enjoy our waterpark - includes giant water slides, lounge chairs, funbrellas and large grassy areas for sunbathers, concessions, swim lessons and more.
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.
Town Hall Theatre
Town Hall Theatre is dedicated to inspiring personal growth in young people and creating shared performing arts experiences for families.
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!
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.
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!
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.
Poelking Bowling
We feature (4) modern bowling centers complete with state-of-the-art scoring and bumpers on every lane.
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.
