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Water Street District Pint Path
Water Street DistrictSip your way through local brews, grab a bite at buzzworthy spots and discover why Water Street District is where ...
Exhibit: The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art
The Dayton Art Institute 456 Belmonte Park N, DaytonOctober 18, 2025–January 11, 2026 The Triumph of Nature presents the refined, ever-popular and elegant curvilinear designs and nature-based motifs of ...
Polar Bear Express
Downtown DaytonBook a ride on the abominably decorated Pedal Wagon for a 2-hour pedaling adventure through the fest streets of Dayton ...
Holly Jolly Social: A Christmas Bar Pop-Up
Two Social 123 E. Third St., DaytonA festive Christmas pop-up where holiday cocktails, sparkling decor, and cozy seasonal vibes transform the space into a winter wonderland. ...
Virginia Kettering’s Holiday Train Display
Stratacache Tower 40 N. Main St., DaytonNovember 28-January 1 Stratacache Tower lobby at the corner of Second & Main sts. View in building lobby Mon-Sat, or ...
Rike’s Holiday Windows
The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center 1 West Second Street, DaytonNovember 28-January 4 Schuster Center Wintergarden, Second & Main sts.; Hours of operation vary - for the most up-to-date info, ...
Whimsical Windows & Elf Hunt
Downtown DaytonDec. 5-29 Select businesses throughout downtown This annual contest shows off the creativity of downtown Dayton's collection of small ...
Downtown Dayton Holiday Hop
Downtown DaytonDowntown Dayton’s small businesses need our help now, more than ever! This holiday season, while you’re celebrating and shopping small ...
Ice Skating
RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, DaytonSheltered under the covered pavilion, the MetroParks Ice Rink sets the scene as a perfect winter wonderland in downtown Dayton. ...
RTA Historic Christmas Trolley
Downtown DaytonBefore nestling the children all snug in their beds, check out the Greater Dayton RTA's Historic Christmas Trolley - #559! ...
Breakfast with Santa
The Trolley Stop 530 E. Fifth St., DaytonEnjoy a cozy holiday breakfast, festive cheer, and plenty of smiles as the kids meet Santa and share their wishes. ...
RTA Holiday Bus
Downtown DaytonSanta is coming to town aboard the Greater Dayton RTA's holiday bus! This year's holiday bus will run along Dayton ...
Breakfast with Santa
2nd Street Market 600 E. Second St., DaytonJoin Santa and his Elves for a tasty buffet breakfast prepared by 2nd Street Market vendors. Watch for details on ...
Breakfast with Santa
2nd Street Market 600 E. Second St., DaytonJoin Santa and his Elves for a tasty buffet breakfast prepared by 2nd Street Market vendors. Watch for details on ...
Learn to Ice Skate! Children’s Course
RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, DaytonLearn to Ice Skate! Children's Course 11:00am - 11:30am AGE: 5-8 | $50.00 | Financial Assistance Want to learn the basics of ice skating? We've ...
Santa Walks the Market
2nd Street Market 600 E. Second St., DaytonJoin us on December 14th & on December 21st, a Sunday as Santa walks the Market and get ready to ...
Holiday Greenery Crafting
Now and Zen DIY Studio 121 E. Third St., DaytonStop in for a jolly good time with whimsical holiday plant projects, including terrarium snowmen, air plant ornaments, and more!
Learn to Ice Skate! Youth Course
RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, DaytonLearn to Ice Skate! Youth Course 11:40am - 12:10pm AGE: 9-13 | $50.00 | Financial Assistance Want to learn the basics of ice skating? We've ...
Learn to Ice Skate! Teen/Adult Course
RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, DaytonLearn to Ice Skate! Teen/Adult Course 12:20pm - 12:50pm AGE: 14 and up | $50.00 | Financial Assistance Want to learn the basics of ice ...
Dayton Celebration Chorus Christmas Story in Lessons and Carols
St. John's Lutheran Church 141 S. Ludlow St., DaytonThe Dayton Celebration Chorus will present the Christmas Story through Christmas music with narration at St John's Lutheran Church, 141 ...
Skinner Pipe Organ Concert
The Dayton Art Institute 456 Belmonte Park N, DaytonHear the museum’s restored Skinner pipe organ and see the beautifully renovated Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium. Matt Dierking from ...
Seasonal Shorts
The Human Race Theatre Company 126 N. Main St., DaytonDECEMBER 10 - 21, 2025 Seasonal Shorts Playwrights: Kelsey Celek, Chris Leyva, Marley Masterson, Aleah Vassell, Torie Wiggins, Robb Willoughby ...
Skinner Pipe Organ Concert
The Dayton Art Institute 456 Belmonte Park N, DaytonHear the museum’s restored Skinner pipe organ and see the beautifully renovated Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium. Matt Dierking from ...
Sinclair Theatre presents ‘Twas: A Holiday Musical
Blair Hall Theatre - Sinclair 444 W. Third St., DaytonSinclair Theatre is proud to present 'Twas: A Holiday Musical, live on stage for ONE WEEKEND ONLY, December 11-14, in ...
A Doll’s High Tea
The Dayton Woman’s Club 225 N Ludlow St, DaytonBring your favorite doll to DWC's Victoria mansion decorated for the season for a high tea, featuring petite tea confections ...
The Nutcracker
The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center 1 West Second Street, DaytonAfter a record-breaking run in 2024, Brandon Ragland’s THE NUTCRACKER returns, bringing holiday magic back to Dayton! Set in our very own ...
Light Sensitive
Dayton Theatre Guild 430 Wayne Avenue, DaytonNavigating loneliness and isolation, two souls find hope—and each other—just when they need it most. Over one extraordinary week, connection ...
Sinclair Theatre presents ‘Twas: A Holiday Musical
Blair Hall Theatre - Sinclair 444 W. Third St., DaytonSinclair Theatre is proud to present 'Twas: A Holiday Musical, live on stage for ONE WEEKEND ONLY, December 11-14, in ...
Deck the Diamond
Day Air Ballpark 220 North Patterson Blvd., DaytonStep into a winter wonderland at Day Air Ballpark, where the magic of the season shines bright! Experience the enchantment ...
Christmas Vacation Movie Party – Dayton Dinner Theater
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., DaytonCelebrate the Holidays with Music, Meal, Trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater's famous interactive movie experience with the classic, heartwarming, and ...
Seasonal Shorts
The Human Race Theatre Company 126 N. Main St., DaytonDECEMBER 10 - 21, 2025 Seasonal Shorts Playwrights: Kelsey Celek, Chris Leyva, Marley Masterson, Aleah Vassell, Torie Wiggins, Robb Willoughby ...
Season’s Greetings: A Holiday Cabaret
PNC Arts Annex 46 N. Ludlow St., DaytonSEASON’S GREETINGS: A HOLIDAY CABARET is back for its fifth season! Performers Gina Handy and Philip Drennen, along with Deron Bell ...