Downtown Dayton Events Calendar
Events in Downtown Dayton, including Theater, Festivals, Art Exhibits, Live Music, Concerts and more.
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Art Dinner 2024
Monday, October 07 2024
You're invited to an exclusive evening where art and technology converge to create a culinary experience unlike any other.
Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B
Wednesday, October 09 2024
This fast-paced romp re-examines the world’s most famous detective story with a bold new feminist lens. The Human Race Theatre Company presents Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B OCTOBER 9 – 20, 2024 at The Loft Theatre
The Rocky Horror Picture Show: 49th Anniversary Spectacular Tour
Wednesday, October 09 2024
Victoria Theatre Oct 9, 2024: Join the original Brad Majors – Barry Bostwick – for a screening of the original unedited movie with a live shadow cast (Fishnet Mafia) and audience participation!
Bob Ross Auto Group Jazz & Beyond Concerts at DAI
Thursday, October 10 2024
Featuring a great mix of familiar favorites and new faces from the region's jazz scene. We're excited to welcome the Bob Ross Auto Group back as series sponsor!
Sunset at the Market
Thursday, October 10 2024
Visit the 2nd Street Market for a special evening shopping event on select Thursday evenings.
Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour
Friday, October 11 2024
Comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author of The Midwest Survival Guide, Emmy-winning journalist, musician, and creator of the “Manitowoc Minute.” Charlie Berens will be at the historic Victoria Theatre October 11, 2024
Dayton Music Fest
Friday, October 11 2024
Enjoy multiple local live bands and genres over two evenings at Yellow Cab, Blind Bob's and The Trolley Stop in Downtown Dayton.
Oktoberfish
Saturday, October 12 2024
Pseudo-Traditional festival of German and European foods, beers, and live tunes.
Celebrate and Support 35 Years of St. Mary Development Corporation
Thursday, October 17 2024
We are thrilled to announce a special collaboration with Fifth Street Brew Pub! Join us for a delightful evening of great food, drinks, and community spirit, all for a worthy cause.
Dayton Ballet: Coppélia
Friday, October 18 2024
Described as “visually stunning” and “magnificent,” Robert Curran’s Coppélia reimagines a classic ballet.
Succulent in a Cup - Family Fun
Saturday, October 19 2024
In this fun & easy workshop you'll choose from a selection of fun mugs that you'll fill with succulents or cacti. Or bring your own favorite mugs to repurpose! Great bonding activity for friends, family and kids of all ages
Front Street Halloween Market
Sunday, October 20 2024
Trick-or-Treating, Free pumpkin painting, outdoor market, indoor art galleries & shops, food trucks,FREE, FAMILY FRIENDLY
Don’t Stop Believin’: The Music of Journey
Saturday, October 26 2024
The DPO Rockin' Orchestra presents the music of JOURNEY on Saturday, October 26 at the Schuster Center.
Remember The Time
Saturday, October 26 2024
DCDC captivates with three dynamic works: a vivid portrait of "home," a powerful homage to the Great Migration, and a celebration of Duke Ellington's swing era, all set within Dayton's historic Victoria Theatre.
PhilharMonster Halloween Concert
Sunday, October 27 2024
Halloween wouldn't be complete without a family trip downtown for PhilharMonster. Don't miss this favorite Dayton annual event!
Trans Homecoming
Saturday, November 02 2024
Trans Homecoming is a night of joy, celebration, and community for transgender individuals and their guests.
Beethoven, London, and a World Premiere
Friday, November 08 2024
Take a trip to London courtesy of two British composers: Malcolm Singer and Ralph Vaughan Williams. Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra presents Beethoven, London, and a World Premiere November 8 & 9
Bourbon & Bubbles at DAI
Friday, November 08 2024
Celebrate fall with an artsy cocktail party, featuring handcrafted Bourbons, refreshing bubbly, gourmet bites, tasty treats, world-class art and fun entertainment.
The Piano Guys
Friday, November 15 2024
An unstoppable musical force: THE PIANO GUYS at The Schuster Center NOV 15, 2024
Nurse Blake: Shock Advised Tour
Saturday, November 16 2024
Blake is a founder of Nurses Support Their Young, which aims to promote healthy work environments throughout the healthcare industry.
Elf in Concert
Friday, November 22 2024
This holiday season Buddy travels to New York—with a live symphony orchestra! Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra presents Elf in Concert November 22 & 23, 2024
Mike Birbiglia Please Stop The Ride Tour
Friday, November 22 2024
Award-winning comedian, writer, director, and actor MIKE BIRBIGLIA returns to the Victoria Theatre stage in downtown Dayton.
A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical - Broadway in Dayton
Tuesday, November 26 2024
A Beautiful Noise is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how Neil Diamond, America’s greatest hitmaker, became a star - NOV 26 - DEC 1, 2024 at The Schuster.
2024 Dayton Holiday Festival Grande Illumination & Dayton Children's Parade
Friday, November 29 2024
The Grande Illumination Dayton Holiday Festival traditional tree lighting and Dayton Children's Parade Spectacular in Lights - November 29.
Menotti’s Amahl And The Night Visitors
Friday, December 06 2024
Amahl and the Night Visitors tells the story of three mysterious kings following a star to bring gifts to a wonderful child. Dayton Performing Arts Alliance presents Menotti’s Amahl And The Night Visitors December 6, 2024
Hometown Holiday - A DPAA Signature Event
Saturday, December 07 2024
DPAA’s annual Hometown Holidays concert at The Schuster in downtown Dayton—Join us for sing-a-longs, toe-tapping holiday melodies, and traditional carols.