Downtown Dayton Events Calendar
Events in Downtown Dayton, including Theater, Festivals, Art Exhibits, Live Music, Concerts and more.
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DRUM TAO
Wednesday, March 20 2024
Tao's modern, high-energy performances showcasing the ancient art of Japanese drumming have transfixed audiences worldwide.
Half Price Happy Hour at The Trolley Stop
Wednesday, March 20 2024
Enjoy Half Price Appetizers* (dine-in only), $3 Cocktails from 4-7p, 6 Days a Week. Titos Tuesday Vodka Drinks $4, Wine Down Wednesday $4 Glasses of wine!
James Pate, Techno-Cubism: The Art of Line Painting
Wednesday, March 20 2024
James Pate is one of Dayton's most acclaimed living artists. See Focus Exhibition: James Pate, Techno-Cubism: The Art of Line Painting February 3-April 28.
Lunch Specials at The Trolley Stop
Wednesday, March 20 2024
We offer daily lunch specials Monday thru Friday. Please visit our Facebook page for specials.
Telling Stories: World Literature in Art
Wednesday, March 20 2024
What is your favorite story? When you think of it, do specific images come to mind? DAI Special Exhibit: Telling Stories: World Literature in Art December 9, 2023–May 26, 2024
The 30th Open Members Show
Wednesday, March 20 2024
The Contemporary Dayton presents The 30th Open Members' Show. The Co's popular biennial exhibition-back for the first time since 2020- is a community-wide celebration of 112 local artists.
The Artistic Life of Aka Pereyma
Wednesday, March 20 2024
Special Exhibition at the Dayton Art Institute - Weaving folk-art traditions with modern artistic styles, 'The Artistic Life of Aka Pereyma' February 17–May 12, 2024
Toastmasters - Downtown Morning Toasters
Wednesday, March 20 2024
Improve your public speaking skills and network with influential, active Dayton business people.
Young People's Concert: A Salute to Teachers (and Students)
Wednesday, March 20 2024
In this family-friendly concert, we pay homage to teachers-and the students they nurture-by highlighting some famous student-teacher composer duos.
Dixon's Violin at The Brightside
Thursday, March 21 2024
Join us for a rare opportunity to experience Dixon's Violin out - mesmerizing music, as seen on TED.com, at Electric Forest, at Burning Man, and across North America.
MUSIC BINGO at The Trolley Stop
Thursday, March 21 2024
MUSIC Bingo every Thursday night, 8-10pm. Hosted by our wonderful KG with lots of silly prizes!
The Red Hot Chilli Pipers
Thursday, March 21 2024
Bagpipes with attitude. Drums with a Scottish accent. A blazing rock band and show so hot, it carries its own health warning!
Thursday Night Kirtan
Thursday, March 21 2024
Active and dynamic form of meditation using improvisational music to allow you to get out of your head and into your heart.
Volunteer Opportunity - OD8-4 Memorial "The Seed of Life"
Thursday, March 21 2024
Place a piece of porcelain tile in the 480 sq ft mosaic The Seed of Life. This mosaic will be installed at the courtyard near Trolley Stop and will memorialize and honor those lives lost and forever changed on August 4, 2019.
2nd Street Market
Friday, March 22 2024
Reminiscent of European markets, 2nd Street Market is alive with local growers, bakers, culinary specialists, artisans, people, and activity during market hours.
Captain Louie Jr.
Friday, March 22 2024
A delightfully fresh and touching story about friendship – the ability to make new friends and the importance of old ones. This production is recommended for all ages.
Flight of the Lawnchair Man
Friday, March 22 2024
Jerry's just an ordinary guy with an ordinary job and an extraordinary dream. Dayton Theatre Guild presents Flight of the Lawnchair Man Mar 22–Apr 7, 2024
Jeremy Camp: Live In Concert
Friday, March 22 2024
American contemporary Christian music singer and songwriter Jeremy Camp Live In Concert at the Victoria Theatre in Dayton
Brunch at The Trolley Stop
Saturday, March 23 2024
Savor Brunch and our Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar Saturday & Sunday 11a - 2p. (Carry Out cocktails permitted!)
Hand-Colored Photographs
Saturday, March 23 2024
Exhibit at the Dayton Art Institute: Hand-Colored Photographs March 23–September 22, 2024, James M. Cox Gallery, Gallery 118
The Celtic Tenors
Saturday, March 23 2024
DPO SuperPops Series: Three tenors, one voice! The charismatic, globe-trotting trio is the most successful classical crossover act to emerge from Ireland.
Corner Kitchen Fundraiser for Miami Valley Meals!
Sunday, March 24 2024
Afternoon/evening cocktail & food reception to celebrate Miami Valley Meals 4-year anniversary and celebrate the arrival of spring! All Proceeds going to Miami Valley Meals. Come celebrate spring at Corner Kitchen!
$6.50 Movie Day at The Neon
Tuesday, March 26 2024
Tuesday at the Neon in Downtown Dayton movies are just $6.50
Spaghetti Tuesday at The Trolley Stop
Tuesday, March 26 2024
It's BAACK ~ Spaghetti w/ meat or tomato sauce, side salad, & garlic bread Tuesday evenings from 5-10p (or when we run out).
Oregon District 8-4 Memorial - Volunteer Opportunity
Thursday, March 28 2024
Join us at the Dayton Metro Library to place a piece of tile in The Seed of Life memorial mosaic.
Daytons Silent Disco
Friday, March 29 2024
Celebrate with us under the big tent at your favorite dance party in Dayton! Daytons Silent Disco takes place on the last Friday of every month.
Easter Feasting Made Easy with our Easter Weekend Family Meals!
Friday, March 29 2024
Celebrate Easter with us at Spaghetti Warehouse! Indulge in our Family Meals for #4 or #6 and choose from one of your favorite Spaghetti Warehouse dishes! Gather, savor, and celebrate with us!
Curatorial Conversations
Saturday, March 30 2024
Join us for sparkling conversation in the galleries, followed by a champagne toast, in this new series of talks.
Volunteer Opportunity - OD8-4 Memorial "The Seed of Life"
Tuesday, April 02 2024
Join the Seed of Life artist team at the Dayton Metro Library, Main Campus. We will be in the Opportunity Center at St. Clair continuing the work of creating the 480 square foot memorial mosaic.
Five Lesbians Eating A Quiche
Thursday, April 04 2024
MAGNOLIA THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS award-winning comedy Five Lesbians Eating A Quiche at the PNC ARTS ANNEX in downtown Dayton. Recommended for ages 14+