Dayton Local Outdoors Blog
Outdoors in Dayton
First Friday: December - Holiday Shopping Edition
The holiday season is officially underway and you can celebrate the most wonderful time of the year during December First Friday!
Dayton RTA’s historic Christmas trolley is back just in time for the holiday season
Greater Dayton RTA’s historic Christmas trolley gracing local streets once more in this year’s Dayton Children’s Parade on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, as well for select special public events throughout the month of December.
City of Miamisburg presents Star City Season of Lights
Make a stop on the Star City Season of Lights Tour and visit the Gingko Stage in Riverfront Park to get your family photos!
Montgomery County voters pass Five Rivers MetroParks levy
Montgomery County residents voted to pass Issue 35, Five Rivers MetroParks’ 1.0-mill, 10-year levy. Officials thank voters for their support
Pumpkin Glow Volunteer Event - Tracing and Carving
The Stoddard Avenue Pumpkin Glow Volunteer Event - Tracing and Carving! No artistic skills? No problem!
First Friday: October - Festive Fall Edition
There's a chill in the air, are you ready for the fall edition of First Friday? October 4 marks another night to be out and about downtown!
Five Rivers MetroParks issues ban on open burning due to dry, unfavorable conditions
Five Rivers MetroParks is following guidance from the State of Ohio by following a Ban on Open Burning issued for multiple counties in Ohio, including Montgomery County.
Bike Ride for Visibility - we need bike lanes on 3rd
Group Bike Ride to bring visibility/awareness for the need of a bike lane on 3rd- and pop up block party!
Update: No Alligator Found in Beavercreek Park
False Alarm? No Gator found at Dominick Lofino Park in Beavercreek after ODNR investigation concludes "no alligator in the pond".
Preble County Pork Festival
The Preble County Pork festival is packed with things to do and see, and the food is always out-of-sight awesome!
21st Annual Rubber Duck Regatta
Get ready for a splash of fun at the Annual URS Rubber Duck Regatta! Adopt your ducks to support local kids & adults with disabilities and have a QUACKTASTIC time!
First Friday: September - Back to School Edition
Summer is winding down and kids are heading back to school, so it’s time to send summer off in a big way. Invite friends and family to partake in First Friday fun!
2024 Preble County Pork Fest: Sizzling with Flavor and Star Power
Get Your Bacon On! The Preble County Pork Festival is bringing the heat with a new bacon-focused breakfast buffet and a headlining performance by Easton Corbin.
Art in the City
Free Family-Friendly Event! Art in the City, a celebration of downtown Dayton's visual and performing arts communities.
Small Farm & Food Fest
Join us for a whole day dedicated to eating healthy, small farms, hobby farming and homesteading skills.
Pepper Fest
**NEW FESTIVAL FOR 2024 ** "Fraze and Spice and Everything Nice"—If you like spicy food, rockin’ music and a hearty party, then you’ll love this FREE festival at the Fraze in Kettering
Blimey! The Last Queen Pub Imports a British Double Decker Bus!
Move over RTA, there's a new bus in town! The Last Queen Pub in Enon recently announced their exciting acquisition of a genuine British double decker bus
Five Rivers MetroParks Seeks New Levy to Protect Parks, Maintain Amenities
Montgomery County voters to decide on additional funding for MetroParks in November ballot. Levy will ensure parks remain safe, clean, and accessible for all while protecting natural areas and wildlife.
First Friday: June - Summer Celebration Edition
We’re rolling into the summer with warm weather, sunny skies, and tons of fun in beautiful downtown Dayton—June is First Friday Summer Celebration Edition!
New for 2024: Rec Your Hood
Rec Your Hood offers free admission and an afternoon of fun for all ages including games, DJ-curated music, a kids' zone, creative challenges and food/beverages.
