Active & Outdoor Events around Dayton
Outdoor events including walks, runs, hiking, biking, fishing, health and fitness and other outdoor-related activities and events around the Dayton area.
Active & Outdoors in Dayton
Beavercreek Receives $1M Grant for Spring House Park, Community Open House April 2
Wednesday, April 02 2025
The City of Beavercreek has been awarded a $1 million grant from Ohio’s House Bill 2 One-time Strategic Community Investment Program to kickstart the development of Spring House Park.
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Wednesday, April 02 2025
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.
2025 IFA U.S. National Armwrestling Championship
Friday, April 04 2025
United States Armwrestling Association event at Hollywood Gaming April 4-6, 2025
Social Vintage Dance Lessons Friday Nights
Friday, April 04 2025
We socially dance many types of historical and modern dances. Our emphasis is typically on having fun with partnered social dances, but we also do set dances, circle dances, line dances, and solo dance as well.
The Grazing Ground Market
Saturday, April 05 2025
Welcome to The Grazing Ground Market, your local destination for farm-fresh eggs, seasonal produce, and handcrafted items.
Nature Walk at North Park
Sunday, April 06 2025
Experience the wonder of nature as the season changes during a walk at North Park: April 6, 13, 27 and May 4. 2 p.m. Meet at the concession stand.
Scottish Country Dance Lessons
Tuesday, April 08 2025
Come learn the reels, jigs, and strathspeys of Scotland in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. No experience or partner are required. All you need are comfortable, soft-soled shoes.
Adult Easter Egg Hunt
Friday, April 11 2025
Who says that Easter Egg Hunts have to be for just kids? Over 6,000 eggs will be hidden in the dark with BIG prizes for adults only!
Eggstra Special Doggy Day
Friday, April 11 2025
Join us at the dog park for a dog-friendly egg hunt, fun dog-themed activities, giveaways and more!
Eggstra Special Doggy Day
Friday, April 11 2025
Your pup is eggstra-special at this annual event! Join us at the dog park for an 'egg' hunt for your dog(s), dog-themed crafts, special activities, community partners, giveaways and more!
Cars and Coffee at Austin Landing
Saturday, April 12 2025
Now's the time to detail, complete your build, finish your car, and plan to be there.
Adult Easter Egg Hunt on the Range
Saturday, April 19 2025
It's about time for one of our biggest events of the year- our 3RD ANNUAL Adult Easter Egg Hunt on the Range!!! ⛳ Want to run out on the driving range without getting hit by golf balls?! Hold my wine!
Beauty Pics of Aullwood
Saturday, April 19 2025
Springtime Beauty at Aullwood Garden: Spend a spring morning taking photos among blooming flowers, birds and insects, towering trees and a rippling creek.
Kettering TreeFest
Saturday, April 19 2025
Speak for the trees, as the Lorax says, by putting down some roots at this yearly event! Bring gloves, shovels, and a watering container if you have them!
Cue the Hue! Color Fun Run
Saturday, April 26 2025
Colors everywhere! Learn about some of nature's most colorful and vibrant animals and plants. Visit color powder stations along the way! There will be a one-mile course plus a 100-meter dash option for ages 10 and under.
MetroParks' Adopt-a-Park 2025
Saturday, April 26 2025
Protect and clean green spaces in honor of Earth Day during Five Rivers MetroParks' annual Adopt-a-Park.
Dye Hard 5K
Sunday, April 27 2025
The DYE HARD 5K - It's a RACE and a P*A*R*T*Y! Run or walk in the most colorful 5K ever! Sign up today for fun, food trucks, music, and TONS of color! Proceeds benefit ppl w/disabilities.
Spring Yoga series with Lacey: Rain and Renew: Releasing Negativity
Sunday, April 27 2025
Join us for a rejuvenating yoga session designed to improve flexibility, strength, and mindfulness. Perfect for all levels, this class promotes relaxation and balance in both body and mind.
Mayfair Plant Sale at 2nd Street Market
Friday, May 02 2025
Enjoy hanging baskets, just in time for Mothers Day. The annual MayFair plant sale is back at a NEW location!
Art on the Playground
Saturday, May 03 2025
Enjoy creative, hands-on art activities this spring at Art on the Playground, an award-winning, interactive art festival for kids of all ages. The event is free and all are welcome!
Teddy Bear Brunch in the Park
Saturday, May 03 2025
Celebrate spring with a Teddy Bear Brunch! Spread out on the Smith House lawn to enjoy brunch in the fresh spring air with your family and your stuffed friends!
Flower Power Adapted Walk & Roll
Sunday, May 04 2025
Participants can enjoy the accessible paved path at the Activity Center Park while stopping at various booths along the way. Each booth will have interactive games, giveaways, and all things flowers!
Kettering Fairmont Band Boosters Band on the Run 5K walk/run
Sunday, May 04 2025
Kettering Fairmont Band Boosters will be hosting a fundraiser May 4, 2025 from 10 am to 1pm at KFHS. The goal is to raise funds to support the 800 band & color guard students involved in all aspects of band & guard all year.
Glow in the Park Pickleball
Friday, May 09 2025
Join us at the courts for a special glow-in-the-dark evening of pickleball! The court will be lit with fun colors and there will be light-up pickleballs!
Healthy Kids Day
Saturday, May 10 2025
Hosted by the YMCA of Greater Dayton, Healthy Kids Day is all about keeping kids active, engaged, and thriving! Come join us at Riverscape MetroPark on May 10, 2025
Movie Party in the Park: Night at the Museum
Saturday, May 10 2025
Yankee Park comes alive at night with this screening of Night at the Museum! The evening will kick off with games, activities, and fun reminiscent of the various exhibits featured in the film.
Celebrating All Mothers
Sunday, May 11 2025
Celebrate all kinds of mothers with Mother Earth herself! This event will include flower bouquet making, floral photo opportunities and crafts made with love! Musical entertainment will be provided by pianist Jim Douglass.
Spring Yoga Series with Lacey: Session 3: Refocus, Ignite Forward Motion
Sunday, May 11 2025
Join us for a rejuvenating yoga session designed to improve flexibility, strength, and mindfulness. Perfect for all levels, this class promotes relaxation and balance in both body and mind.
