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Levitt Dayton 2023 Concert Season

Levitt Dayton 2023 Concert Season

Live music returns to downtown Dayton-The 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion has been officially announced.

Paddlesport Rentals at RiverScape MetroPark

Paddlesport Rentals at RiverScape MetroPark

RiverScape - Rent kayaks to explore the Great Miami River in downtown Dayton. Rentals walk-ups Tuesdays from 2-6pm and Thursdays from 4-8pm, June-September.

Photos & Video: The new Carillon Park Railroad is open

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.

Five Rivers MetroParks names Karen Hesser next CEO

Five Rivers MetroParks names Karen Hesser next CEO

Five Rivers MetroParks' Board of Park Commissioners has named Karen Hesser as the new chief executive officer of the agency. Hesser to begin her tenure Monday, May 1.

Getting Your Roof Ready For Summer

Getting Your Roof Ready For Summer

Heat and intense sunshine that can take a toll on your roof. Here's some tips to help you get your roof ready for the summer months.

Miami Valley Cycling Summit Returns May 19

Miami Valley Cycling Summit Returns May 19

Registration for the 2023 Miami Valley Cycling Summit is now open.

Can Your Roof Survive the Winter?

Can Your Roof Survive the Winter?

As fall has ended and winter is in full swing, it's time to inspect your roof. Unsurprisingly, the heavy snow, winds, and ice have the ability to seriously damage property.

First Friday: Holiday Shopping Edition - December 2022

First Friday: Holiday Shopping Edition - December 2022

The holiday season is upon us once again, but this year is extra special – we're celebrating the Dayton Holiday Festival and 50 years of a holiday tradition in downtown Dayton!

MetroParks Ice Rink opens Thanksgiving weekend

MetroParks Ice Rink opens Thanksgiving weekend

The region's largest outdoor ice skating rink opens at Riverscape Friday, Nov. 25.

HAUNTFEST celebrates Halloween & Community

HAUNTFEST celebrates Halloween & Community

Oregon District's HAUNTFEST celebrates Halloween & Community Oct. 29, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 28-30, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 28-30, 2022

With Halloween only days away, here are some events and things to do around Dayton to check out this weekend.

Holiday in Lights moves to new location

Holiday in Lights moves to new location

The Alleen Company and Warren County Park District announce Holiday in Lights show and 5K move to Armco Park in Warren County.

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 21-23, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 21-23, 2022

Here are several events and things to do around Dayton you should check out this weekend.

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 14-16, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 14-16, 2022

TEDxDayton, Oktoberfest, Halloween festivals, concerts, and book sales are some of the events and things to do around Dayton scheduled for this weekend.

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 7-9, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | Oct 7-9, 2022

Sauerkraut Festival returns this weekend! Here are several other events around Dayton you don't want to miss this weekend.

Thousands to celebrate Dayton as the Adventure Capital of the Midwest this weekend

Thousands to celebrate Dayton as the Adventure Capital of the Midwest this weekend

Families, outdoor enthusiasts and their pets will attend the free, two-day annual Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience this weekend at Eastwood MetroPark.

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | September 30-Oct 2, 2022

Things to do in Dayton this weekend | September 30-Oct 2, 2022

Plenty of places to go and things to do this weekend, including festivals dedicated to the chocolate, potatoes and the great outdoors.

Dayton Bike Share West Dayton Expansion

Dayton Bike Share West Dayton Expansion

The City of Dayton has awarded Bike Miami Valley $100,000 in American Rescue Plan funds (ARPA) for further expansion of the Link: Dayton Bike Share system into West Dayton.

The Sunflower Field in Yellow Springs

The Sunflower Field in Yellow Springs

The sunflower field at Whitehall Farm in Yellow Springs is back this year, and expected to bloom within the next few weeks.

Orchid Fest to be held in Kettering next weekend

Orchid Fest to be held in Kettering next weekend

Show featuring hundreds of beautiful flowering orchids to be held August 27-28 in Kettering

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