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Savor the flavors of summer with delicious bites and handcrafted drinks as you stroll downtown this First Friday! ![]()
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The Dayton Beer Company, 41 Madison St.: Happy Hour runs 3-5 p.m.! Enjoy $1 off all DBC core beers. ![]()
Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse Dayton , 137 N Main St.: Join us from 4:30-6:30pm at our bar for Negroni Hour.![]()
The Dublin Pub, 300 Wayne Ave.: Enjoy Happy Hour specials from 3-6 p.m.!![]()
Lily's Dayton, 329 E. Fifth St.: Happy Hour at Lily's Dayton, 4:30-6:30!![]()
Mikey's Late Night Slice, 503 E. First St.: Party Hour: half off food and drinks from 4-5 p.m., Happy Hour: 5-7 p.m. with $3 Wells, $2 off drafts, and $2 off wine. Whole Pie Carryout from 4PM-8PM carryout a whole pie starting at $25.50!![]()
Oregon Express, 336 E. Fifth St.: Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. with ½ off drafts and apps, $2 off liquor!![]()
Pins Mechanical Co., 416 E. First St.: Happy Hour from 4-7PM, with half-off all draft beers and $3 off specialty cocktails.![]()
Olive Mediterranean Grill, 44 West third St.: When your first-time guest joins you for a meal (dine-in only) or a pick-up order placed in the restaurant, you receive 50% off your check.![]()
Salar Restaurant and Lounge, 400 E. Fifth St., 937-203-3999: Happy hour from 4-6 p.m. with cocktail specials, $5 house wine pours, $1 off of all beers, and bar bites specials. ![]()
Table 33, 45 W. Fourth St.: Enjoy some late-night pizza! The oven is on and the bar is open 9p-12a on Fridays & Saturdays.![]()
Tender Mercy, 607 E. Third St. (Lower Level), Happy Hour runs from 4-6 p.m. featuring half-off select Signature Cocktails, beer, and wine.![]()
Toxic Brew Company, 431 E. Fifth St.: Art and Brews: Fresh local art on the walls with new beers and drink specials with plenty of Non-Alcoholic options![]()
Troll Pub at the Wheelhouse, 216 Wayne Ave.: Every Friday at the Troll Pub is part of W.T.F Happy Hours: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday from 4-7 p.m. featuring 1/2 Priced Pints & 1/2 priced apps, and $4 Fireball Shots.![]()
Trolley Stop, 530 E. Fifth St., 937-461-1101: Enjoy Half-off Happy Hour every day 3-7pm! $3 wells and half off select appetizers.![]()
Winans Coffee & Chocolate, 221 N. Patterson Blvd.: Happy Hour from 4 - 7 pm $1 off any glass of wine from our menu. $2 off each glass if you bring a friend!
Unfortunately CURIO is canceled for today once again due to the extreme heat. We'll be back with more trivia and entertainment for you next week!
Kick off your summer evening with local artists, interactive activities, and music filling the streets this First Friday downtown! ![]()
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The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St.: The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present Niki Johnson: Pillars of Democracy July 1-August 15, and Threads of History: Quilts by Carolyn Mazloomi, in partnership with The Charles F. Kettering Foundation June 6-September 12, 2026. ![]()
The NEON, 130 E. Fifth St.: See the full schedule online: www.neonmovies.com. Also enjoy beer and cocktail specials during First Friday, and you can purchase a DORA drink at the Neon to walk around downtown Dayton’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area before or after the show.![]()
Toxic Brew Company, 431 E. Fifth St.: Art and Brews: Fresh local art on the walls with new beers and drink specials with plenty of Non-Alcoholic options![]()
Vogue Vision Photography, 120 West 2nd Street.: Photo sessions only $150 comes with 3 edited images up to 20 poses.![]()
The Brightside Music & Event Venue, 905 E 3rd St.: The night before the nation turns 250, step into the timeless world of the Grateful Dead with Hyryder, a tribute band devoted to the improvisation, exploration, and freewheeling joy that defined a generation. There's no more fitting soundtrack for America's birthday eve than the Dead's own brand of red-white-and-blue Americana—so come wave that flag, raise a glass, and let the good times roll. With passion and authenticity, Hyryder brings the legendary Dead catalog roaring back to life—every jam a journey, every song an invitation to let go. This is where the spirit of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead lives on. Take the ride and ring in the semiquincentennial the only way that makes sense: together, on our feet, lost in the music. The Brightside (905 E 3rd St, Dayton) Friday, June 3, 2026 Doors 7PM · Show 8PM *$15 GA advance · $20 day of show Reserved tables available. All ages welcomed!![]()
The LightHaus, 510 E. Fifth St.: Urban Laffs, laugh filled comedy show. Live entertainment commences at 7pm, show starts at 8pm, with live entertainment to follow. Every First Friday!![]()
Edward A. Dixon Gallery, 222 N St Clair St, Dayton, OH 45402: "absence" can have many meanings in this upcoming show featuring artwork from Weiting Wei, Christa Kimble, Cynthia Kukla and Ann Silverman. The exhibition is open from June 11th - July 24th. A small collection of Marilyn Monroe artwork will also be on view in Suite B1 of the gallery to commemorate the 100th Birthday of the pop and cultural icon from artists Bill Mack, Cynthia Kukla and Fatima Taylor.
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