Things to do in Dayton Ohio
Wondering what to do this weekend? Dayton Local has the most comprehensive list of local events, concerts, festivals, and other activities in Dayton. If you're looking for places to go and fun things to do in Dayton and around the Miami Valley, we've always got plenty of suggestions!
Dayton Events Calendar
Upcoming Featured events around Dayton
Oregon District Derby Day Wiener Dog Race
Rain or shine. Join us for the Annual Oregon District Derby Day Wiener Dog Race!
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Get your axe to Beavercreek and experience Dayton's first axe throwing bar. Perfect for date night, team building, corporate parties, or fun outings with friends and family.
MayFair Plant Sale at 2nd Street Market
The sale supports Wegerzyn Gardens Foundation, which supports projects at Wegerzyn MetroPark. It features annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables. Join as member to save 10% on purchases.
Beavercreek Memorial Day Ceremony
Join the City of Beavercreek this Memorial Day for a special ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park.
Chrome & Carroll Cruise-In!
Join us for a fun evening of cars, music, and community at the Chrome & Carroll Cruise-In! Bring your classic car, hot rod, truck, or daily driver and cruise in for a great cause. No registration required, just cruise in!
Armwrestling Technique Clinic
GRIP, GRIT & GROWTH: Hands on training with the PROS! 💪 Armwrestling Technique Clinic at the Vandalia Rec May 9
Songs of The Carpenters with Helen Welch
Prepare to be “On Top of the World” with internationally acclaimed vocalist, entertainer, and producer Helen Welch.
Hamvention 2026
Hamvention, the world's largest amateur radio gathering at Greene County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by Dayton Amateur Radio Association.
Taste of Troy
A self-guided tasting experience through Downtown Troy featuring local restaurants and businesses 🚶➡️🍴😋
Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival
Live entertainment, Memorial Day Parade, Carnival rides, Kayaking or canoeing on the lake and much more!
The Full Monty
Show based on the British comedy film with: 😁 BIG LAUGHS. 💝 BIG HEART. 💪 BARELY ANY CLOTHES. Dayton Playhouse closes the season with THE FULL MONTY - May 15-31, 2026
Fleurs de Fête - Wine & Gourmet Food Festival
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! Enter through Carillon Brewing, the event is held behind the brewery.
Places to go around Dayton
Things to do around Dayton
Tipp Monroe Community Services
TMCS Promotes the health, culture, social, recreational, educational, and vocational welfare of the residents of Tipp City and Monroe Township, Ohio
Beavercreek Community Theatre
BCT is located in the Lofino Senior Enrichment and Cultural Arts Center.
Sunwatch Indian Village
SunWatch is a 13th century American Indian village located along the Great Miami River in Dayton, OH. Archaeological excavations from 1971-1988 revealed a planned, stockaded Fort Ancient period settlement with astronomical alignments.
GiYu Dojo
We teach the classical Japanese Martial Art of Kobudo, the fighting style used by the warriors of Japan, the Samurai and Ninja.
On the Fly Fitness Studio
Regardless if you are in the best shape of your life and want a challenge or just getting started, this is a place for you.
JD Legends Entertainment Complex
JD Legends entertainment complex is an indoor/outdoor complex featuring a 24 lane bowling center, 3 sand volleyball courts, a tiki bar , sports bar , restaurant , night club and concert venue.
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.
Waynesfield Motor Sports Park
Waynesfield Raceway Park is located 15 miles southeast of Lima's east side.
Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway
Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway is the premier entertainment choice in the Dayton area, offering gaming and racing with sincere customer service in an enjoyable, friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
Miami Valley Sand
The largest Indoor/Outdoor Sand Volleyball facility in the Midwest!We offer Sixes, Quads, and Doubles leagues for every level of competition, from highly competitive to recreational and beginners.
Dayton Hikers
The Dayton Hikers (DaytonHikers.Org) group is a community of people who enjoy hiking and backpacking. Live To Hike - Hike To Live!
YMCA of Greater Dayton
The Kleptz YMCA is proudly serving Englewood and surrounding communities and is committed to providing excellence in both programming and membership.
Kingdom Sports Center
Kingdom Sports Center is a 60,000 square foot, state of the art sports complex. We have 3 pristine basketball courts, a beautiful indoor soccer field!
Poelking Bowling
We feature (4) modern bowling centers complete with state-of-the-art scoring and bumpers on every lane.
Gaming Adventures
Family-friendly environment featuring retro arcade games, new and classic console gaming, board games, storefront, refreshments, and a party area.
Urban Krag Climbing Center
The Urban Krag is Ohio's premier indoor rock climbing facility. Featuring 8000 square feet of textured and sculpted vertical terrain with heights ranging from 28 to 56 feet. We have routes to accommodate everyone from novice to expert.
Goodfolk & O'Tymes Biplane Rides
The only Antique biplane ride company in the Dayton, Columbus and Cincinnati area. Explore the birth place of aviation in a dimension that many will never get to experience. Enjoy Ohio's countryside in an authentic 1929 Travel Air 4000.
