Dayton Family Events Calendar

Looking for fun things to do with the kids? Here's a little help finding events the whole family can enjoy, right here in Dayton!

Family-friendly events in Dayton

The Market at Town & Country Shopping Center

The Market at Town & Country Shopping Center

Saturday, September 14 2024

The Market is a shop small/shop local haven, where you will meet local entrepreneurs, artists and craftsmen. We are set up in the Atrium and walkways at Town & Country Shopping Center, the second Saturday of the month.

Tot Shop Sale

Tot Shop Sale

Saturday, September 14 2024

Ready to shop and save? Yes, you read that right. SAVE! The Kettering Tot Shop Sale is our vendor sale with items exclusively for ages newborn to 12.

Touch a Truck at Vandalia Recreation Center

Touch a Truck at Vandalia Recreation Center

Saturday, September 14 2024

Free event for the kiddos! Get ready for a hands-on adventure at the Vandalia Touch-a-Truck! Immerse yourself in a world of roaring engines, flashing lights, and endless exploration.

Waynesville Fall Fest

Waynesville Fall Fest

Saturday, September 14 2024

Fun for the whole family this Fall in Waynesville, with brand new experiences and attractions!

ADULT – Taylor Swift Camp – Make Memories

ADULT – Taylor Swift Camp – Make Memories

Sunday, September 15 2024

This year, we are going all out to have fun and make memories! I was lucky enough to get to see her on night 2 in Cincy in 2023.

Dayton Vegan Food and Drink Festival

Dayton Vegan Food and Drink Festival

Sunday, September 15 2024

Join us for the 5th Annual Dayton Vegan Food and Drink Festival presented by Sprouting Dreams LLC on September 15th!

Guided Tour of the Sorg Opera House

Guided Tour of the Sorg Opera House

Sunday, September 15 2024

Join us for a guided tour of the 133 year old Sorg Opera House!

Small Scale Train Rides at Carillon Park Railroad

Small Scale Train Rides at Carillon Park Railroad

Sunday, September 15 2024

Take a ride on the mini-railroad at Carillon Park with the Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society.

Sunday Jams at the Smith House

Sunday Jams at the Smith House

Sunday, September 15 2024

Enjoy two fun-filled back-to-back hours of your favorite bee-boppin' toe-tappin' favorites, oldies and, of course, The Centerville Boogie-Woogie.

Third Sunday Art Hop

Third Sunday Art Hop

Sunday, September 15 2024

Outdoor market, indoor art studios, galleries, shops and boutiques! Food truck and music in the courtyard.

TOP SECRET: License To Spy

TOP SECRET: License To Spy

Sunday, September 15 2024

Museum visitors will go undercover and enter a world of coded messages and satellite surveillance when they take on the role of a secret agent in the latest feature exhibition, Top Secret: License to Spy Sept.15-Dec. 16

Urban Sketchers Dayton

Urban Sketchers Dayton

Sunday, September 15 2024

Our local Urban Sketchers Chapter is taking over the gallery sharing their sketches of life in Dayton!

Kahoot! Movie Trivia with GCBDD: Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Inside Out & High School Musical

Kahoot! Movie Trivia with GCBDD: Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Inside Out & High School Musical

Tuesday, September 17 2024

Join us at the Wandering Griffin for a fun-filled evening of Kahoot Movie Trivia on Sunday, September 17th, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, hosted by the Greene County Board of Developmental Disabilities!

Plane Talks in honor of the Air Force Birthday

Plane Talks in honor of the Air Force Birthday

Wednesday, September 18 2024

Celebrate the Air Force's 77th Birthday with "Plane Talks" on Wednesday, Sept. 18 from 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m..

Tiny Thursdays at the DAI

Tiny Thursdays at the DAI

Thursday, September 19 2024

Popular child and caregiver preschool program at The Dayton Art Institute. Dates may vary, call to confirm/register before attending.

2024 Uptown Music Series

2024 Uptown Music Series

Friday, September 20 2024

The Uptown Music Series in Centerville will continue this year on the patio space on the northeast corner of Franklin and Main streets near Graeter’s and City Barbeque.

3rd Friday on Mulberry St. Concert Series

3rd Friday on Mulberry St. Concert Series

Friday, September 20 2024

Mark Your Calendars & Plan to Join Us for Our 2024 3rd Fridays on Mulberry St. Summer Concert Series!

Annie Jr.

Annie Jr.

Friday, September 20 2024

Little Orphan Annie is determined to find her parents and escape the cruel and crooked Miss Hannigan. tale!

Huber Heights Community Movie Night

Huber Heights Community Movie Night

Friday, September 20 2024

The Heights Summer Movie Series - Family movie nights in Huber Heights

Niederman Family Farm Fall Festival

Niederman Family Farm Fall Festival

Friday, September 20 2024

Fall activities including a 14 acre corn maze and pumpkin patch! September & October in Liberty Township.

WACO Fly-In 2024

WACO Fly-In 2024

Friday, September 20 2024

Come see the Golden Age of Aviation - family fun at the Historic Airfield in Troy all weekend!

21st Annual Rubber Duck Regatta

21st Annual Rubber Duck Regatta

Saturday, September 21 2024

Get ready for a splash of fun at the Annual URS Rubber Duck Regatta! Adopt your ducks to support local kids & adults with disabilities and have a QUACKTASTIC time!

Air Force Marathon 2024

Air Force Marathon 2024

Saturday, September 21 2024

The 2024 Air Force Marathon will be on September 21, the third Saturday in September!

Airport Fest! Warren County Airport

Airport Fest! Warren County Airport

Saturday, September 21 2024

Join us for an unforgettable day of fun and excitement at our upcoming Airport Fest! Warren County Airport in Lebanon, OH ~ Experience thrills and delights for the whole family!

Archery Day

Archery Day

Saturday, September 21 2024

We are teaming up with the Bellbrook Sugarcreek Park District, the Kettering Recreation Complex and the Washington Township RecPlex for an afternoon of archery!

Art Scramble

Art Scramble

Saturday, September 21 2024

A fun event for the whole family. Collect items from designated local businesses and use those items to create a Fall themed piece of artwork. Winning team gets a prize and the Artie S. Cramble trophy! Register Today!

Autumn Fest at Learning Tree Farm

Autumn Fest at Learning Tree Farm

Saturday, September 21 2024

AUTUMNFEST is back with lots of Fall fun! Pony rides, hayrides, food trucks and more at Learning Tree Farm!

Biergartens

Biergartens

Saturday, September 21 2024

Join us on the third Saturday of every month from 5pm-10pm. Food and drinks will be for sale with rotating specials. Enjoy German music, trivia and a great evening with friends!

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