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Help Improve the Carillon Historical Park Experience—Take Our Online Survey for a Chance to Win a Membership
Take our 5–10 minute survey! Support a University of Dayton capstone project with Carillon Historical Park and enter to win memberships.
Run For Your Life Series - Flag Football Style 5K & 10K
Survive a flag football-style zombie apocalypse race! Choose a 5K or 10K, protect your flags from zombies and complete a different mission each week.
The Beavers Are Back—and This Time, They're on HBO
John Oliver takes another swipe at Buc-ee’s, gives Beavercreek’s Famous Beavers the spotlight—and Dayton Local was there to help
ZZ Top The Big One! Tour
With more than five decades of music behind them, ZZ Top has built one of rock’s most recognizable careers through a signature blend of blues-driven rock, sharp songwriting, and unmistakable style.
Springboro Oktoberfest 2026
Celebration of authentic German food, beer, wine, and entertainment for the whole family at Oktoberfest in Springboro.
Germanfest Picnic
Germanfest Picnic returns to the historic St. Anne's Hill in Dayton OH August 14-16, 2026.
Small Scale Train Rides at Carillon Park Railroad
Take a ride on the mini-railroad at Carillon Park with the Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society.
Kettering Block Party at The Fraze
Celebrate at Fraze Pavilion with this FREE, fun family community event! Enjoy free entertainment on the Fraze stage and meet your friends and neighbors in Lincoln Park!
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
Retrobution at Riverscape
It's 80's Night under the RiverScape pavilion! Break out the big hair and denim jackets for a funtastic evening featuring the biggest hits of the decade, performed by Retrobution.
Twist on Taylor, a tribute to Taylor Swift - Centerville Party at the Park
Exceptional ensemble dedicated to delivering and authentic and captivating Taylor Swift experience. Part of the 2026 Centerville Summer Concert Series and Party at the Park series.
Labor Day Family Value Weekend at Youngs Dairy
Take advantage of a special value wristband good for all day, unlimited family fun at Young's this Labor Day Weekend.
