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
AWANA Clubs at Grace
Wednesday, May 01 2024
Join us as we hear Bible stories, learn Bible Verses, and play team games. Kids ages 3 - 12
Dinosaurs in Motion - Special Exhibit at the Air Force Museum
Wednesday, May 01 2024
DINOSAURS IN MOTION will be open daily Feb. 17 - May 13 engaging visitors of ALL AGES to learn, discover and create!
Disney's The Lion King
Wednesday, May 01 2024
Broadway in Dayton: Disney's The Lion King at the Schuster Center MAY 1 - MAY 12, 2024.
Splatter Room - Messy Fun for Everyone
Wednesday, May 01 2024
At Pinspiration you'll get an hour of messy fun for kids and adults, including Private Splatter Roomâ„¢ and protective gear. Dress Up, Fling Paint at a canvas and take home your mast
Egg Tooth: Youth Art from YSHS
Thursday, May 02 2024
Egg Tooth: Youth Art from YSHS will consist of art from Yellow Springs High School students. Dozens of local youth will show off their promise, potential, and fresh perspectives. Reception will be April 26th from 6:00 - 9:00.
Friends Craft Night Out
Thursday, May 02 2024
Enjoy a night of Crafting with your friends! Receive 10% off your project!
Spook-Ghetti @ The Warehouse
Thursday, May 02 2024
Come visit the most active hotspots within the Spaghetti Warehouse building! If you are brave enough, stay for the VIP Ghost Hunt!
Thursday Night Kirtan
Thursday, May 02 2024
Active and dynamic form of meditation using improvisational music to allow you to get out of your head and into your heart.
Tiny Thursdays at the DAI
Thursday, May 02 2024
Popular child and caregiver preschool program at The Dayton Art Institute. Dates may vary, call to confirm/register before attending.
2024 Cornerstone Music Series
Friday, May 03 2024
The Cornerstone Music Series will take place at the Cornerstone Park Pavilion, located at 5210 Cornerstone North Blvd. between Costco and Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant.
A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival
Friday, May 03 2024
Food, Family Fun, Dance & Music - Showcasing the ethnic backgrounds and cultures of Dayton and the greater Miami Valley at A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival.
Contra Dance - Community Dance
Friday, May 03 2024
Dance to some of the best bands and callers in the region. No experience necessary, all ages welcome, you don't need to bring a partner. The caller teaches all dances before they start.
Finding Nemo Jr.
Friday, May 03 2024
Town Hall Theatre presents Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. May 3-20, 2024, a musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo.
Glow Night at Sky Zone Dayton
Friday, May 03 2024
Glow Night Friday & Saturday Night for ages 8yrs and up. Wear a shirt that glows-anything white or neon!
All-City Arts Festival
Saturday, May 04 2024
Join us for a day of music, art and food featuring the talents of Dayton Public School students.
Art on the Playground
Saturday, May 04 2024
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!
Bicycle Fun Day & Ice Cream Social
Saturday, May 04 2024
Join us for this great family event! Kids come with or without your bicycle. Learn the "Rules of the Road" on the agility course and skills course. Ice cream, crafts, chalk art, Police & Fire Touch-A-Truck and much more!
Dayton Ballet School Concert: Down the Yellow Brick Road
Saturday, May 04 2024
Join the students of Dayton Ballet School and travel to the Emerald City!
Family Farm Chores at Carriage Hill MetroPark
Saturday, May 04 2024
Get to know some of the farm animals up close and personal. Registration required.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow Party™
Saturday, May 04 2024
Worldwide Tour Rolls Into the Wright State University Nutter Center with a Thrilling Hot Wheels® Monster Trucks Glow Party Experience for the Whole Family!
Kettering Saturday Night Cruise-in
Saturday, May 04 2024
Classic car-hot rods-Motorcycles-Trucks- Everything on wheels is welcome at our Saturday Night Cruise-in.
May The 4th Be With You—Wegerzyn Gardens Metropark
Saturday, May 04 2024
The force is strong at Wegerzyn Gardens on May the 4th! Join us for some family fun from 1-3 pm and explore our beautiful gardens and natural areas while enjoying "Star Wars" themed activities for the whole family.
Oregon District Derby Day Wiener Dog Race
Saturday, May 04 2024
Rain or shine. Join us for the Annual Oregon District Derby Day Wiener Dog Race!
Saturday Night Fox Hollow Rodeo
Saturday, May 04 2024
Rodeo held every Saturday night year round with Indoor/Outdoor Arena - Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Second Look Saturday
Saturday, May 04 2024
Check out studios, galleries, and shops you missed on First Friday!
First Sundays Market
Sunday, May 05 2024
Discover the magic of our First Sundays Markets at Eudora Brewing, featuring an impressive lineup of over 20 vendors, each offering high-quality, handmade items across various categories.
Kettering Children's Choir Spring Concert
Sunday, May 05 2024
"How Can I Keep from Singing?" is the theme of this year's annual Spring Concert, featuring the Chorus, Chorale, Concert Choir, Cantamus, Cappella and Alumni Choirs, with special guest Amanda Roberts on hammered dulcimer.
Folk Dancing
Monday, May 06 2024
Join the Miami Valley Folk Dancers every Thursday evening beginning at 7:00 for an hour of beginning folk dance instruction. We are located at the Michael Solomon Pavilion in Dayton, Ohio
