Things to do in Dayton Ohio
Wondering what to do this weekend? Dayton Local has the most comprehensive list of local events, concerts, festivals, and other activities in Dayton. If you're looking for places to go and fun things to do in Dayton and around the Miami Valley, we've always got plenty of suggestions!
Dayton Events Calendar
Upcoming Featured events around Dayton
Pumpkin Glow on Stoddard Ave.
Come to Grafton Hill to view an amazing display of almost 1,000 unique jack-o-lanterns! A fun event for the whole family! No ticket necessary!
WERKSGIVING ft The Werks at The Brightside
WERKSGIVING returns to The Brightside, featuring Dayton's own, THE WERKS with support from Chalk Dinosaur and Tasting Colour!
Holiday Arts & Craft Show
This popular annual event showcases 100+ vendors throughout the Kettering Recreation Complex and Charles I. Lathrem Senior Center.
After Dark: Bombers & Brews
Join us Saturday, Nov. 2 for the return of our fan-favorite event, After Dark: Bombers & Brews! The event takes place from 6-10 pm at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force™.
Winter Fest at Austin Landing
It's the holiday season at Austin Landing! Austin Landing's 2024 WINTER FEST & Christmas Tree Lighting is Saturday, November 9.
Voices of the Immigrant Experience - Seeking Refuge
In this session, hear stories from refugees and displaced people whose migration was not chosen, but who have built their lives here in Dayton and are making enormous contributions to our community.
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Get your axe to Beavercreek and experience Dayton's first axe throwing bar. Perfect for date night, team building, corporate parties, or fun outings with friends and family.
Blacklight Glow Party
Join us at Wild Axe Throwing and Level Up Pinball Bar on November 8th & 9th after 5 PM for glow-in-the-dark axe throwing, arcade games, and glowing drinks! Wear your best neon or white and get ready to shine!
Dia de Muertos - Day of the Dead Parade and Celebration
The annual Dia De Muertos parade and celebration in Dayton. All are welcome to join in remembrance of loved ones who have passed.
Monster Jam at WSU Nutter Center
Monster Jam returns to the Nutter Center featuring the world's premier monster trucks.
Ringing in the Holidays at Carillon Park
Kick off the holiday season as you mingle with family and friends at this festive celebration!
21st Annual Oregon District Barstool Open
Gather a Team of 4 and join us for a Crazy-Fun 10-hole, 10-bar, indoor miniature golf outing in the Historic Oregon District! PRIZES for BEST TEAM SCORE and MOST CREATIVE TEAM COSTUMES!
Places to go around Dayton
Things to do around Dayton
Mayflower Arts Center
From exhibits in the art gallery, to a creative arts studio, we offer art classes, summer art camps, paint nights, movies, performances, & concerts, making us your complete arts destination.
XD MAX
Video Arcade Room, 6D Motion Simulation Theater Ride, Birthday Party Room, EAT and PLAY Pizza Dining, Ticket redemption
SPARK Art Studio
Art enrichment classes for kids of all ages, art birthday parties, workshops, and more!
Dayton Mixed Martial Arts Academy
Dayton MMA is a 10,000 sqft MMA training facility located in Beavercreek.
Wright State University Nutter Center
The Nutter Center, a state-of-the-art facility at Wright State University, hosts over fifty national touring concerts and performances each year.
Cox Arboretum
This beautiful 189-acre facility is a special place for visitors to escape among trees, shrubs, specialty gardens, mature forests, and prairies.
Mad River Mountain
Resort offers seventeen ski slopes and trails serviced by seven lifts. Snow report, resort news and events, and driving directions.
Rose Music Center
The Stuart & Mimi Rose Music Center at the Heights is a 4,200 seat fully covered outdoor amphitheatre.
Miami County YMCA
The Miami County YMCA serves families and individuals in Miami County, Ohio through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
JD Legends Entertainment Complex
JD Legends entertainment complex is an indoor/outdoor complex featuring a 24 lane bowling center, 3 sand volleyball courts, a tiki bar , sports bar , restaurant , night club and concert venue.
Sycamore Trails Aquatic Center
**CLOSED FOR THE 2024 SEASON ** Cool off this summer at The Aquatic Center, minutes away from historical downtown Miamisburg.
North River Alpacas
We are an alpaca farm located in Greene County; we raise alpacas for their beautiful fleece which is made into apparel. Our farm welcomes visitors. Call us!
Five Rivers MetroParks
Five Rivers MetroParks protects the region's natural heritage and provides outdoor experiences that inspire a personal connection with nature. Bike rentals are available.
The Magic Castle
Family Fun in Kettering Ohio - The Magic Castle is the place for Dayton's BEST Birthday Parties - Soft Play, action-filled Arcade Games for all ages - 18-hole Magical Miniature Golf Course - and much more - come check us out!
The Schuster Center
Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center - providing a world-class facility for the best in local, national and international performing artists. Can accommodate up to 2,300 for meetings or 500 banquets.
Black Box Improv Theater
The Black Box Improv Theater is a long form improv theater located downtown Dayton in The Cannery Building on Third Street.
Piatt Castles
Piatt Castles has been a popular destination for over 100 years. We all have family history and it is the first history we ever learn.
Vandalia Recreation Center
58,000 square foot facility including a fitness center, indoor waterpark and more, serving the community's recreation and leisure needs.
Poelking Bowling
We feature (4) modern bowling centers complete with state-of-the-art scoring and bumpers on every lane.
The Murphy Theatre
This historic grand theatre was built in 1918 by Charles Murphy as a gift to the people of Wilmington.
Selfie Scene
Dayton's original selfie museum offers 20 fun vignettes for instaworthy photos! We are pro-fun for all. Perfect for girl's night out, date night, self(ie) care, and birthday party or office party fun.
Cinemark at The Greene + IMAX
Stadium seating, unobstructed viewing utilizing 18-inch risers, remarkable 48 inches between rows for maximum legroom and ease of motion.