Downtown Dayton Partnership

JAM Foodie Tour
2024-07-12 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-07-13 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-07-19 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-07-20 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Detroit) | Sueno, 607 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
JAM Foodie Tours are currently walking, talking, and eating on select Fridays and Saturdays in June and July @3:00p starting at Sueño. Every tour varies slightly, but aims to be wrapping up around 5:30-6:00p. Tickets are $100 per person.

JAM Foodie Tours strives to create a unique, communal culinary experience that feeds your mind and belly. Experience our local community while sharing food, exploring culture, and discovering history. Our goal is to create a business that supports and grows the fantastic food and culinary operations in Dayton, as well as enhance the economic development of the streets where we will walk and eat.

What’s Included

Tour guide
Scenic walking route
6-ish samples of food and/or drinks at various establishments in and around the Oregon District.
Education and history about the places we eat at and some of the places we walk by.

Friday Patio Party at the Neon
2024-07-19 17:30 - 19:30 | THE NEON, United States
We kick off our patio parties on Friday, July 19, and our first host is President & CEO of The Dayton Art Institute– Michael Roediger! Michael is a big supporter of THE NEON, and his willingness & enthusiasm for us to create a partnership with DAI for our Exhibition On Screen series has helped to create one of our most successful collaborations! Thank you, Michael Roediger– we’ll see you on the patio!

July 19 – 5:30-7:30!

And thanks to Sharon D. White & Ann Willey McDonough for coordinating all the details and hosts for our patio parties…and to Russell Total Wealth and Wellness for their generous sponsorship!

Genuine Work open house
2024-07-24 16:00 - 18:00 | Genuine Work, 15 McDonough St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Are you a freelancer looking for a flexible workspace? Or a growing business in need of more room? Genuine Work has you covered with a co-working space designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and success!
Amenities You’ll Love:
• Free on-site parking
• Strong, reliable internet and Wi-Fi
• Conference rooms equipped with video conferencing features
• Shared kitchen space with free coffee
• Office management, reception, and security services
• Regular networking and educational events
• 24/7 access
• Vibrant community of like-minded entrepreneurs
• A variety of passes and membership options to suit your needs

Pet Meet and Greet with Paw Patrol
2024-07-27 12:00 - 14:00 | Wild Whiskers, 33 S. St. Clair St., Ste. 2, Dayton, OH, 45410, United States
Join Paw Patrol Dayton at Wild Whiskers for a meet and greet event! Meet adoptable dogs and cats ready to find their forever families.
Shop Christmas in July sales throughout Wild Whiskers while you’re there to find treats, food, toys, and more for your new pet!

Kitten Palooza Adoption Event
2024-08-03 12:00 - 15:00 | Wild Whiskers, 33 S. St. Clair St., Ste. 2, Dayton, OH, 45410, United States
Join Wild Whiskers and The Humane Society of Greater Dayton for a kitten adoption event!
On Saturday, August 3rd, Wild Whiskers (33 S. Saint Clair Street) will be hosting a kitten adoption event from 12pm-3pm. We have so many adorable babies looking for their forever homes!

You can fill out an application ahead of time on the Humane Society’s website: https://hsdayton.org/adopt/adoption-application/ or fill one out in person at the event.

All adoptions are done on a first come, first serve basis at the event

“Bright” Big Brothers Big Sisters annual fundraiser
2024-08-08 18:00 - 21:00 | The Steam Plant, 617 E. 3rd Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Each year at Bright we celebrate the BIG stars of our community —our Bigs, Littles, families, and donors. Featuring Miami Valley’s top chefs you will enjoy an evening of gourmet tastings, live music, and more.
Bright, Big Brothers Big Sisters annual fundraiser brings together Miami Valley’s best independent chefs to raise funds to support youth mentoring right here in the Miami Valley.
Event tickets and 50/50 tickets available at https://www.bbbsmiamivalley.org/bright/

Front Street Art Hop
2024-08-18 11:00 - 16:00 | Front Street Complex, 1001 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Explore studios, galleries, shops, boutiques and the outdoor market right in the heart of Dayton’s Arts District! Visit with more than 250+ artists, creatives and curators. The Front Street Gallery proudly presents the 5th Annual “Life in the City” juried exhibition.
Grab a bite to eat from Kool Beanz Cafe or one of our visiting food trucks.
Front Street is a family and pet friendly community. Arthops at Front Street are free to attend. Our campus offers free parking. Visit frontstreet.art for more information.

GEST Carts Dayton Ribbon Cutting
2024-08-23 11:00 - 11:30 | Courthouse Square, Third & Main Streets, Dayton, OH, 45422, USA
Join us for the official launch of GEST Carts Dayton!
Two carts will be parked on Courthouse Square during the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11 a.m.

Space Three + Two Social Collab
2024-08-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Space Three, 39 S. St. Clair St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Get ready to sweat, throw, and sip! Two Social and Space Three are teaming up for an epic Collab Event! Join us on Saturday, August 24th at 10 AM for a high-energy workout at Space Three, followed by an after-party at 2 Social with axe throwing and a mimosa bar! 🍾🎯💪
For just $40, you get:
💥 A killer workout at Space Three
🎯 Axe throwing fun at Two Social
🥂 A mini champagne bottle and a DIY mimosa bar to celebrate your hard work
Grab your tickets now and don’t miss out on the best Saturday morning ever! Let’s get fit and have a blast together! 🎉✨

Patterson Lofts at the Livery open house
2024-08-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Patterson Lofts at the Livery, 322 Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
We’re excited to invite you to a free open house at 322 Patterson Blvd! Come and explore this beautiful property, meet the neighbors, and enjoy light refreshments. We look forward to seeing you there!
Introducing a brand new apartment in the heart of the Oregon District in Dayton, OH. This modern space at 322 S. Patterson Blvd. offers convenience and comfort with amenities such as coin-op laundry, a dishwasher, and off-street parking. The apartment features new paint, appliances, flooring, lighting, and doors for a fresh and updated feel. With high-speed internet available, this studio is perfect for those seeking a contemporary living experience. Small dogs and cats are welcome, making this apartment a pet-friendly option. Don’t miss out on our open house!

JAM Foodie Tour
2024-08-31 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-07 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-14 15:00 - 17:00 | OH
JAM Foodie Tours are currently walking, talking, and eating on select Saturdays @3:00p starting at Sueño. Every tour varies slightly, but aims to be around 3.5 hours. Tickets are $100 per person.

What’s Included

Tour guide
Scenic walking route
6-ish samples of food and/or drinks at various establishments in and around the Oregon District.
Education and history about the places we eat at and some of the places we walk by.

Nonprofit Night at the Edward A. Dixon Gallery
2024-09-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Edward A. Dixon Gallery, 222 N. St. Clair St., Dayton, OH, 45402
You are invited to the Nonprofit Night at the Edward A. Dixon Gallery featuring local organizations defining their work and providing information on how to get involved in supporting their efforts. Donations directly to the organizations during the event are welcomed.
Miami Valley Meals (MVM), the Ohio CDC Association (OCDCA) and the Dayton Metro Library are three of the confirmed groups that will be presenting.
The event is also a chance to view the new We’re Doing It ALL Wrong® – 4th Annual Art Exhibition.
Light refreshments provided. Free on-street parking.

Taste of the Oregon
2024-09-14 12:00 - 18:00 | The Oregon District, E. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Snack and sip your way through the Oregon District with the return of Taste of the Oregon on the afternoon of Saturday, September 14! This Out On Fifth block party celebrates our wonderful eateries located throughout the district!

Enjoy snack portions from the eclectic kitchens of the Oregon District out on Fifth Street! Grab your favorite DORA beverage to-go from your favorite drink-serving establishments and enjoy while walking the Out On 5th Pedestrian area and enjoying all the food!

Pause to enjoy live music, sidewalk sales, browse our many retail shops, and more to make for a wonderful afternoon sipping, strolling, and most importantly of all — snacking!

Admission to the Taste of the Oregon is FREE. Tickets for food and beverages are sold at $1 per ticket. You can use tickets to buy taste-size portions from any of the food vendors. Every vendor offers small “taste” portions, which gives visitors a perfect way to sample from a bunch of different Oregon District restaurants.

This is a family friendly event and open to the public.

Second Saturday Poetry Salon
2024-09-14 19:00 - 21:00 | OH
Join a comfortable and inviting environment to share your work, or talk about poems or poets who interest you.

This month’s optional prompt: surviving the worst loss.

Collection of poems for published anthology October 2025.

Short talk on featured poet– September’s is Elizabeth Bishop.

Coffee, bottled water and cookies served. Free!

7-9 pm May run longer or shorter depending on attendance.

Neighborhood Pet Store Day
2024-09-28 11:00 - 17:00 | Wild Whiskers, 33 S. St. Clair St., Ste. 2, Dayton, OH, 45410, United States
Join Wild Whiskers to celebrate Neighborhood Pet Store Day!
Shop special one day sales in store from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and visit Adopt-A-Pit and their adoptable dogs from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Wild Whiskers one year anniversary party
2024-10-05 11:00 - 17:00 | Wild Whiskers, 33 S. St. Clair St., Ste. 2, Dayton, OH, 45410, United States
Celebrate one year of Wild Whiskers!
One day sales are happening store-wide from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Visit with Miami Valley Pit crew and their adoptable dogs from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Goodie bags with samples and coupons will be given to the first 100 customers!

“White Like Me” Discussion & viewing of pre-recorded video by Tim Wise
2024-10-08 15:30 - 18:00 | Sinclair Conference Center, 301 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Join Sinclair’s Chief Diversity Officer, Michael Carter, for a viewing and discussion of the pre-recorded video by Tim Wise. Using stories from his own life, Wise examines what it really means to be white in a nation created to benefit people who are “white like him.” This inherent racism is not only real, but disproportionately burdens people of color and makes progressive social change less likely to occur. Explaining in clear and convincing language why it is in everyone’s best interest to fight racial inequality, Wise offers ways in which white people can challenge these unjust privileges, resist white supremacy and racism, and ultimately help to ensure the country’s personal and collective well-being.
This event is free and open to the public.

Global Cat Day
2024-10-16 12:00 - 19:00 | Rabbit Hole Books, 27 W. First St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Join in a global celebration of the cat!
Rabbit Hole Books will be collecting and matching donations for the veterinary fund at SICSA, collecting pet food for the food pantry at Have a Gay Day, and will be offering customers 25% off cat-themed books and merchandise.
