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
The Light In Between
Dayton Dance Initiative's 8th season performance featuring 5 new choreographic works and 17 dancers. In the intimate PNC Arts Annex with a live Q&A following each show, audiences can expect an up-close immersive experience.
Wine & Waffle Fest
You're invited! Sweet waffles.Savory waffles.Waffles with endless possibilities.Because honestly… who doesn’t love a great waffle?! 😍
Friends of the Dayton Metro Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Dayton Metro Library book sales ℹ️ 9:30 am to 11:30 am for FOL Members & open to the public 11:30 am - 5pm 📚 Used book sale - books, music, movies, and audiobooks.
FREE Live Music from Heather & The Swing Set
One of our club favorites returning to Whisperz Speakeasy — Heather & The Swing Set. This vocally led jazz ensemble will take the stage for a night of unforgettable live music!
Beetlejuice: The Musical
It’s showtime! Dayton Live presents Beetlejuice: The Musical at the Schuster Center as Dayton as part of the Broadway Series.
Waynesville Street Faire
Waynesville Street Faire - located in the beautiful town of Waynesville Ohio – The Antique Capital of Warren County! RAIN OR SHINE ☀️⛅🌧️🌩️
Shakespeare in the Heights presents a staged reading of Romeo and Juliet
A non-traditional staged reading of the classic Romeo and Juliet
2026 Dayton Burger Week
Dine Out Dayton presents 🍔 Burger Week June 7-14. Local restaurants and chefs will be grilling up some seriously burgerlicious creations.. dine-in or carryout, don't miss Burger Week!
Yellow Springs Pride 2026
Join us for the Annual YSPride 2026 in Yellow Springs. This year’s theme “More Than a Party—Pride is Protest!” 💪🏽🏳️🌈 Join us as we honor the roots of Pride and take to the streets in celebration, resistance, and unity
Lights Over Dayton: A Celebration of Flight
Join us for a free, family-friendly drone as we light up the night sky above the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force 🎇🛬
Dayton Cheese Fest!
🧀 It’s all things CHEESE w/ headlining band Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Experience - The festival you won't want to miss! Free Admission! 🧀
The Full Monty
Show based on the British comedy film with: 😁 BIG LAUGHS. 💝 BIG HEART. 💪 BARELY ANY CLOTHES. Dayton Playhouse closes the season with THE FULL MONTY - May 15-31, 2026
Places to go around Dayton
Things to do around Dayton
Dayton Metro Pickleball
Dayton Metro Pickleball is an indoor pickleball facility located on Miller Lane.
Rivers Edge Canoe Livery and Oufitters
Canoe and Kayak Rental Trips on the Scenic Little Miami River - 30 minutes from Dayton, 45 minutes from Cincinnati. Whatever your pace, we have the ideal canoe or kayak rental trip for you!
Pump It Up
Hosting a birthday party at Pump It Up is great for parents and kids alike. We offer everything you need for a fun time
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Located at The Mall at Fairfield Commons - Where Kids create their own stuffed animals - our pawsonal party planners can help customize a birthday party just for you!
Clifton Mill
Built in 1802, historic Clifton Mill is one of the largest water powered grist mills still in existence. Come see our Legendary Christmas Lights!
Washington Township Rec Plex
Formerly the Washington Township Recreation. We offer a variety of programs included classes (Aquatic Lessons, Art, Fitness, Preschool, Sports Classes and Acting Lessons) along with Leagues and Camps.
Young's Jersey Dairy
Working dairy farm with restaurant, bakery, miniature golf, driving range, and batting cage and gift shop. Located in Yellow Springs, OH Bring the kids along for a great family day out at Youngs Dairy! Check our website for current festivals and activities.
Skateworld of Kettering
We are dedicated to be the #1 fun spot for kids of all ages and we strive to provide you and your family with a clean, fun, friendly, and safe place to skate.
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.
Dayton Mixed Martial Arts Academy
Dayton MMA is a 10,000 sqft MMA training facility located in Beavercreek.
Curious Creations Macrame
I’m the macrame babe behind Curious Creations Macrame. I make all types of fiber art from large scale wall hangings to jewelry to practical home products. I also teach fiber art classes at local businesses in Dayton
Kettering Recreation Complex
Kettering Rec is home to an Indoor Pool, Fitness Center, Walk/Run Track, Adventure Reef Outdoor Warterpark, and Kettering Ice Arena.
HartMan Rock Garden
The Hartman Rock Garden is one of the nation's most intriguing and revered works of in situ folk art, an outsider art phenomena where self-taught artists construct fascinating worlds out of concrete, metal, stone, and whatever else they can find.
Dayton Art Institute
Committed to enriching the community by creating meaningful experiences with art that are available to all. Visit us often to enjoy our diverse collections, world class exhibits and more.
Performance Gymnastics Academy
Our mission is to build happy, healthy, responsible kids through the discipline of gymnastics training and performance.
Mike's Bike Park
Mike's Bike Park is Dayton's only INDOOR cycling facility! 50,000 square feet of riding for all ages and ability levels. Family friendly fun for everyone! We are open seven days a week!
Dayton Hikers
The Dayton Hikers (DaytonHikers.Org) group is a community of people who enjoy hiking and backpacking. Live To Hike - Hike To Live!
Ohio Hot Air Balloon Rides
Bella Balloons Hot Air Balloon Company is located in Lebanon, Ohio, and primarily operates around Dayton, Cincinnati, and the Miami Valley area providing outstanding views of Ohio's beautiful landscapes.
Splash Zone
Family Aquatic Center & Waterpark in Springfield Ohio with over 400 feet of Water Slides, 280 foot Lazy River, Water Vortex, Sprayground, Diving Boards and more.
Air Time Ballooning
Provides sunrise and sunset hot air balloon ride flight adventures in the Dayton and Cincinnati areas seven days a week, customized to you and your occasion.
