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

Six - Broadway in Dayton

Six - Broadway in Dayton

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone at The Schuster JAN 14 - JAN 19, 2025.

St. Albert the Great Fish Fry

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! Carry out available.

Classic Albums Live Performs Led Zeppelin IV

Classic Albums Live Performs Led Zeppelin IV

CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE: LED ZEPELLIN IV at the Victoria Theatre. Classic Albums Live has been performing Led Zeppelin’s music for 20 years and they deliver it like no one else.

Flyin To The Hoop

Flyin To The Hoop

#2 Nationally-Ranked High School Basketball Showcase Event - four-day event features an exciting lineup of games, bringing top talent nationwide to our community.

Dinosaurs in Dayton: Jurassic Quest

Dinosaurs in Dayton: Jurassic Quest

Jurassic Quest roars through the Dayton Convention Center with a family-friendly event for dinosaur lovers of all ages!

Riverscape Ice Skating

Riverscape Ice Skating

Sheltered under the covered pavilion at Riverscape, the regions largest outdoor ice rink is located in Downtown Dayton.

Super Bowl Watch Party: $9.99 Wing Platter & 50% Off Darts & Bowling

Super Bowl Watch Party: $9.99 Wing Platter & 50% Off Darts & Bowling

Super Bowl Party at On Par Entertainment! Feb 9, 6 PM. 50% off Darts & Bowling + Wings & Fries for $9.99. Bring your friends!

Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek

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.

Our Lady of the Rosary Fish Fry

Our Lady of the Rosary Fish Fry

All you can eat Icelandic cod, chicken strips, fresh sausage and more. Everything made by Chef Joe is fresh and made from scratch. Doors open at 5.30.

Cincinnati Reds Winter Caravan at the Air Force Museum

Cincinnati Reds Winter Caravan at the Air Force Museum

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force visitors will have the opportunity to meet members of the Cincinnati Reds organization.

Levitt UpClose: Secret Concert

Levitt UpClose: Secret Concert

Purchase tickets now to uncover the mystery: Three artists, one secret location... endless memories!

Dayton Ballet: Cinderella

Dayton Ballet: Cinderella

Dayton Ballet dons its glass slipper and takes another giant step forward in reviving live dance with one of the most popular and most widely performed classical ballets of all time.

Places to go around Dayton

Things to do around Dayton

Dayton Art Institute

Dayton Art Institute

Committed to enriching the community by creating meaningful experiences with art that are available to all. Visit us often to enjoy our diverse collections, world class exhibits and more.

Caesar Creek State Park

Caesar Creek State Park

Biking, boating, camping, fishing, hiking, hunting, nature trails.

NCR Country Club

NCR Country Club

Established 1954, thrives today as Ohio's premier private country club. 36 gorgeous holes, fitness, pool, 4 unique dining areas, great members.

Stillwater Riding Academy

Stillwater Riding Academy

We are one of the few stables in the area that welcomes young riders. When done safely, we believe that learning to ride at a young age can be instrumental in the development of strong, confident and hard working children.

Cox Arboretum

Cox Arboretum

This beautiful 189-acre facility is a special place for visitors to escape among trees, shrubs, specialty gardens, mature forests, and prairies.

Fraze Pavilion

Fraze Pavilion

Fraze Pavilion is southwest Ohio’s premiere neighborhood outdoor entertainment venue, where we celebrate “Summer’s Best Live Music Under the Stars” ever since Marvin Hamlisch christened the 4300-seat amphitheater in 1991

Always Ballroom Dance Studio

Always Ballroom Dance Studio

Serving the Dayton dance community for over 19 years offering singles & couples: group classes, practice parties, private lessons, work-shops with nationally known pros, wedding choreography, etc.

Vandalia Recreation Center

Vandalia Recreation Center

58,000 square foot facility including a fitness center, indoor waterpark and more, serving the community's recreation and leisure needs.

Tipp Monroe Community Services

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

Kings Island

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.

Lebanon Mason & Monroe Railroad

Lebanon Mason & Monroe Railroad

The Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad (LM&M Railroad) offers historic train rides for all ages in Warren County Ohio departing from downtown Lebanon.

Miami Valley Gaming

Miami Valley Gaming

Gaming and racing facility located between Cincinnati and Dayton.

Belmont Billiards

Belmont Billiards

Oldest Pool Hall in Dayton featuring fresh cocktails and cheap beer.

Twin Creek MetroPark

Twin Creek MetroPark

A world of serenity awaits with panoramic views and miles of hiking and equestrian trails. Only 20 minutes from Dayton, the park enables users to hike, fish, picnic, and many other exciting adventures.

Needle, Ink and Thread

Needle, Ink and Thread

Needle Ink and Thread is a sewing studio that holds private lessons, group classes, workshops, birthday parties, charity drives and so much more!

The Schuster Center

The Schuster Center

Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center - providing a world-class facility for the best in local, national and international performing artists. Can accommodate up to 2,300 for meetings or 500 banquets.

Cinemark - Dayton South + XD

Cinemark - Dayton South + XD

Located in West Carrollton, close to the Dayton Mall by Home Depot and Best Buy. Popcorn, sodas, adult beverages, pretzels, hamburgers and more!

Sycamore Trails Aquatic Center

Sycamore Trails Aquatic Center

**CLOSED FOR THE 2024 SEASON ** Cool off this summer at The Aquatic Center, minutes away from historical downtown Miamisburg.

The Murphy Theatre

The Murphy Theatre

This historic grand theatre was built in 1918 by Charles Murphy as a gift to the people of Wilmington.

MVP Dance Fit

MVP Dance Fit

Lift Your BOOTY, Love Your BODY! EVERY SINGLE WOMAN can be Beautiful & Fabulous!

Victoria Theatre

Victoria Theatre

Live Performances in an elegant, historic theatre located in downtown Dayton Ohio. Can accommodate up to 1,100 for meetings, 120 for banquets.

RollHouse Dayton

RollHouse Dayton

Bowling alley in Huber Heights (former Marian Lanes location)

Dayton Dragons

Dayton Dragons

Dayton Ohio's Dragons minor league Baseball Team.

Whitewater Warehouse

Whitewater Warehouse

Paddlesports Specialty Store located on the Mad River in Dayton. We carry a full range of whitewater, recreational, touring & fishing kayaks, and paddleboards.

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