Dayton Local Family News
Family news for parents in the Dayton Region.
Family News in Dayton
Preschool Open Enrollment
3-5 yr. old Preschool Open Enrollment for Fall 2023-2024 has begun! Stop by to register or take a tour Monday-Friday 8a-4p. Appointment needed to tour, call 937-293-1617 to schedule yours!
Carillon Park Rail Festival pulls into station this weekend
The family-friendly, two-day event June 24 & 25 features $5 rides on the NEW full-sized Carillon Park Railroad and much more.
PRIDE Programs at Dayton Metro Library
JUNE 2023 - Dayton Metro Library is offering many programs that give patrons of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies the opportunity to show their PRIDE support.
Passport to MetroParks sneak peek at Summer programs, festivals
Sample MetroParks' summer festivals, programs during Passport to MetroParks this Friday, May 26
200+ Free Outdoor Summer Concerts in 2023
It's almost summer: Check out these FREE outdoor concerts and music festivals for 2023 scheduled across Dayton and the Miami Valley.
DML Hosts Prominent Speakers for Social Justice
Dayton Metro Library will host two Speaker programs this month as part of its Social Justice Speaker Series.
Americans and the Holocaust Traveling Exhibition
Americans and the Holocaust will be on display at the Dayton Metro Library from May 18 to June 21, 2023.
Levitt Dayton 2023 Concert Season
Live music returns to downtown Dayton-The 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion has been officially announced.
Photos & Video: The new Carillon Park Railroad is open
Carillon Historical Park held a 'Golden Spike Ceremony and Dedication' for the new Carillon Park Railroad today.
2023 Centerville Uptown Music Series
The City of Centerville has a new live music series for the Summer of 2023. Performances on select Fridays near Graeter's Ice Cream and City Barbeque.
Cirque du Soleil's Corteo returns to Dayton
The enchanting production of Cirque du Soleil brings acrobats, musicians, singers and actors together in Dayton for five shows at The Nutter Center this Fall.
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships come to Dayton two weekends in April. Color Guard Apr 11-13, Percussion & Winds Apr 18-23.
Teen Pride Prom
LGBTQIA2S+ high schoolers and allies are invited to attend this free, after hours event.
Broadway shows coming to Dayton in 2023-2024
To Kill A Mockingbird and The Lion King are among the lineup of Broadway musicals coming to Dayton as part of the 2022-2023 Premier Health Broadway Series.
Local WWII hero celebrates 100th birthday
World War II veteran US Army MSgt. Richard Gard turns 100 years old on April 6-family and friends encouraging the local community to send birthday cards.
College and Career Fair - Dayton Metro Library
Dayton Metro Library will host its annual College and Career Fair on Saturday, March 4, from 1-3 pm at the Main Library.
Send a Valentine to a Child in the Hospital
Will you help share those happy vibes with kids in the hospital by sending a Valentine's Day coloring card today? Help us deliver a card to EVERY child in the hospital on Feb. 14!
Full Scale Space Shuttle Exhibit open daily
The Space Shuttle Trainer at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, opens a whole new world to local kids of all ages.
Party in the Park - Summer 2023
Get your lawn chair ready! Party in the Park returns to Stubbs Park in 2023 with three exciting events throughout the summer.
Dayton Metro Library Valentine's Day events
Dayton Metro Library is offering an array of fun and engaging programs for patrons of all ages – just in time for Valentine's Day.
