Find something fun to do with our calendar of downtown events.
Find something fun to do with our calendar of downtown events.
There’s always something fun going on downtown! Below you’ll find a list of events scheduled for today. Use the filters at the top to find events by date, keyword, and more. You can also view the calendar by month or as a list of 20 events at a time.
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Join the Downtown Y for our first Y-Way 5K (Walk or Run) in Downtown Dayton! Saturday, April 18th • Race Begins at 8:30 AM | Open to Ages 7+ Lace up your running shoes and aim for a photo finish in the heart of historic Downtown Dayton, Ohio. With a stunning course tracing the banks of the rushing Great Miami River, you can go for the gold or spend time connecting with your friends, community members, and fellow runners. 100% of race proceeds go to the Downtown YMCA Annual Campaign, which helps ensure that no one is denied access to YMCA programs due to financial reasons. Early Bird Fee: $30 (Ends February 28th) Regular Registration Fee: $35 Entry Fee Includes: • Race Registration • Race-T-Shirt • Finisher Medal • Racer Goodie Bag • Post-Race Snacks & Water • A free Family Day Pass to the Y Work toward a 5K goal in 2026! Register today at https://bit.ly/yway26 Walk or Run for a good cause.