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
FBK'S Fall Festival & Cruise In
Sunday, October 13 2024
Open to ALL types of cars, trucks, and motorcycles! FOOD TRUCKS on site. Free pumpkin patch, hayrides, popcorn, water, inflatables, games, music & more!
Guided Tour of the Sorg Opera House
Sunday, October 13 2024
Join us for a guided tour of the 133 year old Sorg Opera House!
Hocus Pocus Family Fun Festival
Sunday, October 13 2024
The Hocus Pocus Festival is the perfect event to run "amuck, amuck, amuck" with loads of free family fun in downtown Middletown on Sunday, October 13.
Haunted Trail at Countryside Park
Tuesday, October 15 2024
Join us for a spooktacular Haunted Trail at Countryside Park! Registration is not required for this FREE event.
Middletown High School Seniors presents: Night of the Living Dead
Thursday, October 17 2024
The Middletown High School Seniors presents, "Night of the Middie Dead" - a fundraising screening of Night of the Living Dead.
Fall Family Adventure
Saturday, October 19 2024
FREE magical fall adventure at Wegerzyn Gardens Metropark! Refreshments provided.
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
WPAFB Pumpkin Chuck
Saturday, October 19 2024
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE Annual Pumpkin Chuck! Watch in awe as pumpkins soar through the sky, thanks to some seriously cool science! Entrance at the Spinning Road gate on Airway.
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
Hound Hike
Sunday, October 20 2024
Did you know just 20 minutes of exploring novel scents has the same enrichment benefits as an hour-long walk for dogs? Let's get those noses going!
The Greene - Trick or Treat
Sunday, October 20 2024
Dress up the little ones and head to The Greene for Trick or Treat!
Brain Health Collective Fall Resource Fair
Tuesday, October 22 2024
Have you or a loved one ever experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion; please join us at the Fall Resource Fair to learn and connect with resources to support your brain health.
Pumpkin Glow
Thursday, October 24 2024
The trails of Caesar Ford Park will be covered in hand-painted pumpkins in black light-reflective paint! Bring a blacklight flashlight, or we have some to borrow as you walk the trail.
Czech Club Halloween Party
Friday, October 25 2024
Dance to Live Music at the American Czechoslovakian Club! Halloween Party, Pumpkin Decorating for Kids, More
Vintage Market Days Holiday Market Returns to Green County
Friday, October 25 2024
Vintage Market Days returns to the Greene County Fairgrounds for its Holiday Market October 25-27. A limited number of VIP tickets with early entry available. Grab yours early!
2024 Remembrance Walk
Saturday, October 26 2024
The Ohio's Hospice of Dayton 2024 Remembrance Walk offers families and friends an opportunity to honor the memory of a loved one and raise funds to support patient care and services.
Cars and Coffee at Austin Landing
Saturday, October 26 2024
Now's the time to detail, complete your build, finish your car, and plan to be there.
John Lauer: Demon Heads
Saturday, October 26 2024
Drawing on fantasy, queer culture, and architecture, Lauer creates demon heads out of paper.
Rock the Rec Halloween Party
Saturday, October 26 2024
Come out and have a spooky good time at the Rock the Rec Halloween Party! There will be food trucks, hayrides, Trick-or- Treat, inflatables, kid’s activities, Halloween costume judging, many craft vendors and more!
Spotted Turtle Trail Pancake Hike
Saturday, October 26 2024
Discover the beautiful Beaver Creek Wetlands with a hike on the Spotted Turtle Trail. Hike from two to six miles on self-guided marked routes. Fill up on pancakes before or after your hike.
Troops and Treats
Saturday, October 26 2024
Open to Ghosts and Goblins of all ages! Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy trick-or-treating, games and fun.
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!
Pumpkin Glow on Stoddard Ave.
Monday, October 28 2024
Come to Grafton Hill to view an amazing display of almost 1,000 unique jack-o-lanterns! A fun event for the whole family! No ticket necessary!
THEMED TRIVIA: Trick or Trivia | The Wandering Griffin
Monday, October 28 2024
Join us for a spooky night of themed trivia at The Wandering Griffin - it's Trick or Trivia time!
Huber Heights Trick or Treat
Thursday, October 31 2024
Trick or Treat / Beggars Night in Huber Heights is Thursday, October 31, 2024, 6:00pm - 8:00pm.
Oakwood Trick or Treat
Thursday, October 31 2024
Watch for ghosts and goblins Beggar's Night in Oakwood is on Thursday, October 31, 2024 from 6-8 p.m.
