Dayton Local Family News
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Family News in Dayton
Take the MetroParks Trails Challenge!
The challenge runs through Oct. 4 and is a fun way to hike, walk, bike or paddle a variety of regional trails - on participants' schedules and at their own pace.
2020 Air Force Marathon canceled due to impact of COVID-19
The 2020 Air Force Marathon in-person events have been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. There will be a virtual event offered.
Kings Island Announces 2020 Season Opening Dates
Park will open first to Season Passholders only, and will operate with stringent hygiene protocols, procedures to manage capacity and enable social distancing.
Dayton Recreation Centers and the Jim Nichols Tennis Complex to reopen
City of Dayton Recreation centers, Jim Nichols Tennis Complex to reopen to community on June 15.
Carillon Historical Park Re-Opens June 15th
Dayton History is excited to announce that Carillon Historical Park, the Carillon Brewing Company and Culp's Cafe will re-open on Monday, June 15.
Centerville Summer Concert Series delayed until July 12
The City of Centerville is delaying the start of the 2020 Summer Concert Series due to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
Playgrounds, museums & other entertainment facilities can reopen June 10
Gov. Mike DeWine has announced that certain recreation and entertainment facilities can reopen with restrictions beginning June 10.
Dragon Dragons update on status of 2020 season
The Dayton Dragons have posted an update on the 2020 season via social media.
Ready to escape reality? The Great Escape Game reopens today
Are you ready to escape reality? The Great Escape Game in Beavercreek is NOW OPEN with new policies and procedures in place.
The Mall at Fairfield Commons Transforms Parking Lot into Free Community Drive-In Theater
Safe, socially distant Free Cinema under the Stars: The Mall at Fairfield Commons presents family-friendly movies as part of a new series of drive-in movies.
The 2020 Montgomery County Fair has been canceled
The 2020 Montgomery County Fair has been canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Update: Two local waterparks will open for the 2020 season
Two local waterparks will open for the 2020 season under new guidelines.
Troy Aquatic Park will open for the 2020 season
Troy Aquatic Park will open for the 2020 season under guidelines as outlined by the State of Ohio.
Memorial Day weekend events - are any still happening?
Memorial Day festivals, ceremonies and parades around Dayton - what's been canceled, and are any still happening?
Americana Festival & Fireworks 2020 has been canceled
The 2020 Americana Festival, including the fireworks display, 5K run, parade, street fair has been canceled in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
City of Fairborn July 3rd & 4th 2020 events, fireworks canceled
The City of Fairborn 2020 July 3rd Block Party and July 4th Parade and Fireworks Display have been canceled.
The Mall at Fairfield Commons and the Dayton Mall to reopen next week
The Mall at Fairfield Commons and Dayton Mall will both reopen next week, with extra safeguards in place to protect shoppers and employees during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Narrows Reserve in Beavercreek reopens today
Narrows Reserve, which was temporarily closed in early April due to overcrowding, will reopen at noon today.
Lift Your Leg to Help Animals Goes Virtual
Lift Your Leg is pivoting to protect our community, supporters, and furry friends. Join us for our first ever VIRTUAL Lift Your Leg!
Tom Hanks congratulates Wright State University graduates: "You Are The Chosen Ones"
Academy Award-winning actor Tom Hanks calls Wright State's Class of 2020 ‘the chosen ones'
