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Exceptional: Reflections on Graduation, Belonging and Community
After twenty-five years in America, a British immigrant in Beavercreek reflects on his son’s graduation, community, and what it truly means to belong.
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
Wine & Waffle Fest
You're invited! Sweet waffles.Savory waffles.Waffles with endless possibilities.Because honestly… who doesn’t love a great waffle?! 😍
Central Jazz Big Band at Riverscape
Music and fun at RiverScape MetroPark's FREE Summer Music Series with Central Jazz Big Band. Pull up your chair for music, food, and dancing by the Great Miami River!
The Light In Between
Dayton Dance Initiative's 8th season performance featuring 5 new choreographic works and 17 dancers. In the intimate PNC Arts Annex with a live Q&A following each show, audiences can expect an up-close immersive experience.
Shakespeare in the Heights presents a staged reading of Romeo and Juliet
A non-traditional staged reading of the classic Romeo and Juliet
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.
Downtown Dayton Housing Tour
Find out why downtown is the region's hottest, most in-demand address during our free Downtown Housing Tour. Open-House style event. No hard start or stop time! Start your tour at any tour site or info station.
Waynesville Street Faire
Waynesville Street Faire - located in the beautiful town of Waynesville Ohio – The Antique Capital of Warren County! RAIN OR SHINE ☀️⛅🌧️🌩️
St. Helen Spring Festival
Family fun all weekend with rides for the kids, food, flea market, beer garden and more!
Dayton Pride Festival 2026
The annual Pride Festival and parade that celebrates the diversity of the LGBTQ culture in Dayton. Events run Friday evening and Saturday afternoon.
Troy Strawberry Festival
Troy celebrates its place as the center of Ohio's strawberry production by hosting the Troy Strawberry Festival.
