Events in Dayton Ohio
Our daily calendar of events, entertainment and activities in Dayton. Includes festivals, concerts, comedy, theater, arts, live music, outdoor events, sports and more.
Events in Dayton
TGG Holiday Cookie Exchange
Sunday, December 22 2024 2:00pm
Celebrate National Cookie Exchange Day in sweet style at The Grazing Ground Market! Join us on December 22 for our 1st Annual Holiday Cookie Exchange.
Sinclair Theatre presents 'Twas
Sunday, December 22 2024 2:00pm
A family-friendly story of holidays explained by pets left alone on Christmas Eve. Understanding Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and La Posada opens their eyes to possibilities other than a "visitor in red".
Dayton Ballet's The Nutcracker
Sunday, December 22 2024 2:30pm
Don’t miss the world premiere of the much-anticipated new production of Dayton’s most beloved Holiday tradition: The Dayton Ballet & the Dayton Philharmonic present The Nutcracker at the Schuster Center.
Sinclair Theatre presents 'Twas
Sunday, December 22 2024 4:00pm
A family-friendly story of holidays explained by pets left alone on Christmas Eve. Understanding Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and La Posada opens their eyes to possibilities other than a "visitor in red".
WinterFest at Kings Island
Sunday, December 22 2024 5:00pm
More than five million lights and live entertainment throughout the park for Kings Island's holiday-themed festival WinterFest Select Nights November 29 - December 31, 2024 - Join us for Festive Food, Shopping, Rides & More!
A Carillon Christmas
Sunday, December 22 2024 5:00pm
Featuring thousands of Christmas lights, traditional holiday fare, Santa Claus, live music, historical craft demonstrations, and so much more.
Woodland Lights
Sunday, December 22 2024 6:00pm
Walk the path to holiday fun at Woodland Lights - a half-mile wonderland of holiday lights, displays, and festivities!
Clifton Mill Christmas Lights 2024
Sunday, December 22 2024 6:00pm
One of the country's finest -with millions of Christmas Lights illuminating the mill, the gorge, the riverbanks, trees and bridges.
Whispering Christmas
Sunday, December 22 2024 6:00pm
Enjoy the spectacular display of 2 million Christmas lights at Whispering Christmas in Eaton, Ohio.
Light Up Middletown
Sunday, December 22 2024 6:00pm
A Drive-Through Fantasy Light Display - Open Every Night Thanksgiving Through New Year's Eve
Land of Illusion Christmas Glow
Sunday, December 22 2024 6:00pm
Our Christmas Glow and Christmas Village and Drive-Thru are here to create memories and celebrate the season with your family! Middletown, OH.
Holiday Lights at Lost Creek Reserve
Sunday, December 22 2024 6:00pm
An enchanting holiday tradition! This one-mile driving tour transports you into a winter wonderland filled with illuminated landscapes and over 60 light displays at Lost Creek Reserve.
ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park
Sunday, December 22 2024 6:00pm
Caesar Ford Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with over 250 LED light displays covering a mile long driving path.
Pyramid Hill Lights
Sunday, December 22 2024 6:00pm
Pyramid Hill's annual holiday light show! The 2-mile drive-through light show includes over 1 million lights as you immerse yourself in a journey to the North Pole filled with art and nature
Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn"
Sunday, December 22 2024 6:00pm
La Comedia's unique combination of delicious dining and Broadway-style live entertainment is "A Taste of Broadway" unlike anything else in Ohio! After your meal, your family will enjoy Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn" on stage!
Becca's LOTD Dart Tournament Every Sunday Night
Sunday, December 22 2024 7:00pm
Every Sunday night - join us at Miami Valley Sports Bar for a Luck of the Draw Dart Tournament! Darts fly at 7:30 so be sure to get there early to get signed up! $10 buy in, $2 optional mystery out!
West Coast Swing & Salsa Dance Night
Sunday, December 22 2024 7:00pm
Time to dance at Ralph’s American Grill! Join us every Sunday in November and December for an evening of dancing and fun with classes in west coast swing, country swing, line dancing and more!
Breakfast with Santa at 2nd Street Market
Sunday, December 22 2024 9:45pm
Don't miss Santa's annual visit to the Market for a tasty buffet breakfast. *Pre-registration is required
North Pole Express Train Ride
Monday, December 23 2024
All Aboard Nov & Dec - Experience the Joy of the Holidays! Hop aboard our North Pole Express with Santa and his elves for a magical train ride through beautiful Warren County.
6 Drive-Thru Christmas light displays around Dayton
Monday, December 23 2024
Christmas 2024 - Gather your family and take a drive to enjoy Christmas lights from the safety and comfort of your own car! Here are 7 Christmas drive light displays around Dayton in 2024.
Riverscape Ice Skating
Monday, December 23 2024 11:00am
Sheltered under the covered pavilion at Riverscape, the regions largest outdoor ice rink is located in Downtown Dayton.
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Monday, December 23 2024 11:00am
You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
Lunch Specials at The Trolley Stop
Monday, December 23 2024 11:00am
Ditch the boring desk lunch and head over to The Trolley Stop for the tastiest daily lunch specials in downtown Dayton - Monday thru Friday 11am-2pm.
On Par—mini-golf, karaoke, bowling, darts & more!
Monday, December 23 2024 11:00am
Duck Pin Bowling, Darts, Mini-Golf, Pool, Karaoke, Shuffleboard, Food, Self-Pour Adult Beverages, Free Soft Drinks and more! On Par Entertainment is located in Beavercreek, across from The Greene.
Level Up: 28+ pinball machines 21+ arcades!
Monday, December 23 2024 1:00pm
Level Up Pinball Bar: 23 COINLESS Pinball machines and 12 state-of-the-art arcades. Reloadable RFID card system handles credits. Stern Tables feature Insider Connect to track your high scores and achievements.
WinterFest at Kings Island
Monday, December 23 2024 5:00pm
More than five million lights and live entertainment throughout the park for Kings Island's holiday-themed festival WinterFest Select Nights November 29 - December 31, 2024 - Join us for Festive Food, Shopping, Rides & More!
A Carillon Christmas
Monday, December 23 2024 5:00pm
Featuring thousands of Christmas lights, traditional holiday fare, Santa Claus, live music, historical craft demonstrations, and so much more.
Woodland Lights
Monday, December 23 2024 6:00pm
Walk the path to holiday fun at Woodland Lights - a half-mile wonderland of holiday lights, displays, and festivities!
