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BECAUSE YOU’RE TIRED OF THE SAME ROUTINE…
BE DOWNTOWN
Find something fun to do with our calendar of downtown events.
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Downtown Events Calendar
Dayton Battle of the Bands – Week 5 (Pop / Rock)
Thursday, February 12, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
DAYTON BATTLE OF THE BANDS 2026 – WEEK 5! POP / ROCK NIGHT Thursday, February 12, 2026 | The Brightside Week 5 brings a vibrant mix of Pop & Rock — catchy hooks, big melodies, and dynamic local talent! Featuring: 
Matt St. George Novel Vibrations The Reverie Yuppie Whether you follow these artists or you’re hearing them for the first time, DBOTB is all about discovering new music in Dayton’s thriving original scene. Every in-person ticket buyer gets one vote to help select the Week 5 winner! 
The winning band secures their place in the Dayton Battle of the Bands Finale — plus additional prizes! 
Event Details 
The Brightside (905 E 3rd St, Dayton) 
Doors: 6:30pm 
Show: 7:15pm – 9:45pm 
Winner Announced: approx. 10:15pm 
Arrive early to catch every performance! 
Tickets: $10 advance / $15 at the door Advance tickets strongly encouraged. Ticket link: https://tickets.venuepilot.
Important Notes: 
Ticket email missing? Check Spam/Junk. If your card was charged, you’re on the list. 
All ages welcome! Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. 
Free parking on both sides of the building. 
No backpacks, outside beverages, or weapons. 
No food truck is currently planned, but outside food is allowed (within reason). We highly recommend ordering from Tony & Pete’s, down the street on 3rd St. 
General Admission. Seating not guaranteed, but we do our best. 
Bar available with alcoholic & NA options. No outside drinks allowed. 
Tickets are non-refundable. If you can’t attend, feel free to transfer your ticket or consider it a donation to the team supporting new, original music in Dayton. 
Weather Notice: If roads are unsafe, a reschedule date will be announced. See you at Week 5 as the Pop/Rock energy lights up the DBOTB stage! 
