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Mrs. Doubtfire

Mrs. Doubtfire

Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Ohio as Dayton Live presents Mrs. Doubtfire at the Schuster Center as Dayton as part of the Broadway Series.

Beavercreek Memorial Day Ceremony

Beavercreek Memorial Day Ceremony

Join the City of Beavercreek this Memorial Day for a special ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park.

Dayton Heritage Day with the Dayton Philharmonic

Dayton Heritage Day with the Dayton Philharmonic

Held on Memorial Day weekend, Heritage Day at Carillon Historical Park celebrates Dayton's unparalleled history through special activities, costumed interpreters, and more!

Small Scale Train Rides at Carillon Park Railroad

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.

Hamvention 2026

Hamvention 2026

Hamvention, the world's largest amateur radio gathering at Greene County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by Dayton Amateur Radio Association.

The Full Monty

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

FREE Live Music from Heather & The Swing Set

FREE Live Music from Heather & The Swing Set

One of our club favorites returning to Whisperz Speakeasy — Heather & The Swing Set. This vocally led jazz ensemble will take the stage for a night of unforgettable live music!

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.

Blessing of the Bikes

Blessing of the Bikes

The annual Dayton Blessing of the Bikes offers all motorcycle riders to have their bikes blessed for a safe riding season. Dedicated to all Veterans, proceeds go to Greenebucs.

Passport to MetroParks 2026

Passport to MetroParks 2026

Join us at Riverscape for an exciting Family-Friendly evening full of Live Music, Foodtrucks, and Fun Activities like Rock Climbing! FREE Admission!

MayFair Plant Sale at 2nd Street Market

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.

Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival

Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival

Live entertainment, Memorial Day Parade, Carnival rides, Kayaking or canoeing on the lake and much more!

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