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Because you’re tired of the same routine...
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Find something fun to do with our calendar of downtown events.
BECAUSE YOU’RE TIRED OF THE SAME ROUTINE…
BE DOWNTOWN
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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Downtown Events Calendar
Dayton Battle of the Bands Finale
February 7 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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Join us on Saturday, March 7, 2026, as the six winning bands from our playoff rounds compete for the Dayton Battle of the Bands championship. Not familiar with these bands? That’s part of the excitement! This is your opportunity to explore new, local, and original music from Dayton’s emerging artists. Each ticket grants you one vote to contribute to selecting the winner! EVENT DETAILS: 
Saturday, March 7, 2026 
The Brightside (905 E 3rd St, Dayton) 
Doors: 6pm (We cannot admit patrons earlier due to equipment load-in) 
Show: 7pm (Arrive on time to catch all the bands!) 
Tickets: $15 advance / $20 at door Advance purchase recommended! Note: Ticket sales cover production costs and prizes—thank you for supporting local music! GOOD TO KNOW: 
All ages welcome! (Under 18 requires adult supervision) Free parking available on both sides of the building Food truck on-site Bar available with non-alcoholic options and alcohol for 21+ with ID General admission seating/standing (no guaranteed tables) 
No outside food or alcohol Tickets are non-refundable (Can’t make it? Forward to a friend or consider it a donation to Dayton’s music scene!) Ticket link – https://tickets.venuepilot.