📅 Jan 1, 2026 — Dec 31, 2026
📍 National Museum of the US Air Force, 1100 Spaatz St
Explore the world's largest and oldest military aviation museum with over 360 aircraft and missiles on display. Free admission year-round. Indoor galleries span 19 acres. See Presidential planes, stea
📅 Jan 1, 2026 — Dec 31, 2026
📍 2nd Street Market, 600 E 2nd St
Over 50 local vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, artisan crafts, prepared foods, and live entertainment every Saturday and Thursday. A Dayton tradition since 1990 in the historic Webster Sta
📅 Jan 1, 2026 — Mar 15, 2026
📍 RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave
Enjoy outdoor ice skating in the heart of downtown Dayton under the covered pavilion at RiverScape MetroPark. Skate rentals available. The region's largest outdoor ice rink, perfect for date nights an
📅 Jan 1, 2026 — Dec 31, 2026
📍 Various Dayton Breweries, Downtown Dayton
Explore Dayton's thriving craft beer scene with the Dayton Ale Trail! Visit local breweries including Warped Wing, Toxic Brew, Star City Brewing, Eudora, and more. Collect stamps at each stop and earn
📅 Mar 1, 2026 — May 31, 2026
📍 Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 W 2nd St
The Dayton Philharmonic delivers world-class orchestral performances at the Schuster Center. The spring season features classical masterworks, pops concerts, and family-friendly matinees. Individual t
📅 Mar 1, 2026 — Jun 30, 2026
📍 Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N
Visit the Dayton Art Institute to explore world-class art collections and rotating special exhibitions. The museum features American, European, Asian, and contemporary art in a stunning Italian Renais
📅 Mar 6, 2026 — Dec 4, 2026
📍 Oregon Historic District, Fifth St & Wayne Ave
Explore Dayton's historic Oregon District on the first Friday of every month. Galleries open late, live music spills onto Fifth Street, and restaurants offer specials. Free to attend. The Oregon Distr
📅 Mar 13, 2026 — Mar 14, 2026
📍 Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 W 2nd St
Experience the magic of Harry Potter with a live orchestra performing the complete John Williams score while the film plays on a giant HD screen at the Schuster Center. Two performances: March 13 and
📅 Mar 17, 2026 — Mar 18, 2026
📍 University of Dayton Arena, 1001 S Main St
Dayton's University of Dayton Arena hosts the opening round of March Madness! The First Four games kick off the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Experience the electric atmosphere of college basketba
📅 Apr 1, 2026 — Oct 31, 2026
📍 Carillon Historical Park, 1000 Carillon Blvd
This 65-acre open-air history museum features the original 1905 Wright Flyer III, historic buildings from Dayton's past, the Carousel of Dayton Innovation, a working print shop, and the Carillon Brewi
📅 Apr 10, 2026 — Sep 7, 2026
📍 Day Air Ballpark, 220 N Patterson Blvd
Catch America's favorite pastime at Day Air Ballpark! The Dayton Dragons, a Midwest League affiliate, hold the all-time professional sports record for consecutive sellouts. Affordable family fun with
📅 Jun 1, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026
📍 Cox Arboretum MetroPark, 6733 Springboro Pike
Walk among hundreds of native butterflies in the enclosed Butterfly House at Cox Arboretum MetroPark. Open daily during summer. The arboretum also features 189 acres of hiking trails, gardens, ponds,
📅 Jul 31, 2026 — Aug 2, 2026
📍 RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave
One of the largest Celtic festivals in the Midwest! Live Irish, Scottish, and Celtic music on multiple stages, Highland games, Celtic vendors, cultural exhibitions, dance performances, and authentic f
📅 Sep 18, 2026 — Sep 19, 2026
📍 Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, 5135 Pearson Rd
Lace up for the 30th annual Air Force Marathon at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base! Choose from full marathon, half marathon, 10K, or 5K distances. Runners pass historic hangars and flight lines in thi
📅 Oct 3, 2026 — Oct 4, 2026
📍 Eastwood MetroPark, 1385 Harshman Rd
Two days of outdoor activities, live entertainment, competitions, and more at Eastwood MetroPark. This free festival draws over 20,000 outdoor enthusiasts and celebrates Dayton as the Outdoor Adventur