Things to do in Dayton
Featured Events in Dayton
News & Events around Dayton
Giant Slide in Beavercreek Closes After Nearly 40 Years—Community Effort Underway to Bring It Back
For nearly 40 years, the giant metal slide at Shoup Park has been a rite of passage for Beavercreek kids. Now, the community is coming together to fund its replacement.
Go 4th! Kettering’s Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks
Celebrate Independence Day in Kettering! Join us for our 2026 Independence Day celebrations and fireworks at Delco Park!
Englewood July 4th Fireworks Celebration
Englewood 4th of July / Fireworks Celebration - Join us as we celebrate Independence Day at Centennial Park!
Logan County Fair
Come join us for the 2026 Logan County Fair in Bellefontaine, Ohio - July 12th - 18th
Friends of the Dayton Metro Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Dayton Metro Library book sales ℹ️ 9:30 am to 11:30 am for FOL Members & open to the public 11:30 am - 5pm 📚 Used book sale - books, music, movies, and audiobooks.
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!
Country Concert 2026
Music and Camping Festival in the USA - Country Concert is a 3-Day Country Music Festival in Ft Loramie Ohio (approx. 1 drive hour from Dayton).
The Ohio Challenge Balloon Festival
Hot air balloon competition🎈 w/ live music, carnival, car show, skydiving demonstrations, balloon glow, fireworks and more! 💜
Rail Festival at Carillon Park
Dayton History and Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society are proud to present the Annual Rail Festival at Carillon Park 🚂
Grease - Fraze Flicks with a Party on the Plaza
Pull up early for the Party on the Plaza! Sport your best poodle skirt or T-Bird jacket!
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.
Gem City Comic Con
Gather your family and friends and head over to the Gem City Comic Con for a weekend filled with comics, creativity, and fun! ⏰ EARLY BUYER 9AM BOTH DAYS!
