Downtown Dayton Partnership

Black Jack for Breast Wishes
2024-11-08 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Detroit) | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Join us for an exciting night of Black Jack, Poker, Roulette and your favorite casino games. Your purchase includes chips for play and a drink ticket. You can choose from regular or VIP options. At the end of the night you turn your chips in for raffle tickets to win prizes! We’ll feature heavy hors d’oeuvres and desserts and some amazing silent auctions items. The bartenders at the Brightside will have all your favorite drinks for purchase.
Friday, November 8th 6-10pm at The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH
Tickets here: https://www.handstamp.com/e/black-jack-for-breast-wishes-5dwsp9gq
Can’t make the event but still want to give? You can make a donation directly to https://www.breastwishesfoundation.org/

Clue Mystery Movie Party
2024-11-24 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
It’s a mysterious night out with music, food, trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience with the classic mystery Clue! Enjoy creative pizza from the Dayton Pizza Factory, a fancy salad, appetizer, and dessert by Baker Benji. Yum!
Themed Attire – Pick your favorite character!
HOW TO GO? Nov 24, 2024 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH Doors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm.
Alcoholic drinks available for purchase!
Tickets $28 – available here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/clue-mystery-movie-party Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com

“Elf” Movie Party
2024-12-01 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
We Did It!! The worlds greatest movie party. (congratulations everybody)
Celebrate the Holidays with Music, Meal, Trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience with the classic, heartwarming, and hilarious comedy Elf!
**Themed Food: You smell like beef and cheese sliders, Santa’s Sausage Gravy over a Buddy Biscuit, Maplelicious Chicken & Waffles, potato hash, fresh fruit, sausage, candy canes, candy corns, and donuts!
Themed Drinks: Angry Elf -Jalapeno-infused tequila, triple sec, housemade marg mix. Mailroom Syrup – Bourbon, peach, iced tea Ninnymuggin $5 Beer Special- Shiner Cheer Who Needs a Hug N.A.- Strawberry Lemonade
Themed Attire: Let’s just say that this is one time you can express your affinity for Elf attire and actually be cool.
HOW TO GO? Dec 01, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH Doors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm.
Alcoholic drinks available for purchase
Tickets $36 – Get tickets here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/elf-movie-party-1 Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com
**These menu items are subject to change

“Christmas Vacation” Movie Party
2024-12-08 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Celebrate the Holidays with Music, Meal, Trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience with the classic, heartwarming, and hilarious comedy Christmas Vacation.
Themed Food: Freezing my banquettes of sandwiches, jelly of the month club meatballs, grandma’s casseroles, Aunt Bethany lime jello, electric cat cookies Themed Drinks: The Cousin Eddie (Wild Turkey, Brown Simple Syrup, Top with Ginger Beer – Garnish with Brown Sugar Side of Glass) The Rusty Eggnog (Kraken, Egg Nog – Garnish with Cinnamon/Sugar rim) Plus Holiday craft beer specials!
Themed Attire: Attic granny hats, trapper hat, boots and a robe, Chicago sports team, and definitely time to break out your Dickie! You could also just wear your favorite outfit from 1989 or throw on an ugly sweater
HOW TO GO? December 8, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH Doors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm. Alcoholic drinks available for purchase
Tickets $36 – Get tickets here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/christmas-vacation-movie-party-1
Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com

“A Christmas Story” Movie Party
2024-12-18 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Celebrate the Holidays with Music, Meal, Trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience with the classic, heartwarming, and hilarious comedy A Christmas Story!
**Themed Food: Mashed potato bar/play station, Chop Suey Christmas dish (rice, veggies, bourban chicken, salad (seseame dressing), leg lamp cookies Themed Cocktails: The Pink Bunny (Bacardi, Pink Lemonade – Garnish with Pink Sugar and Bunny toothpick), Ovaltini (Tito’s, Kahlua, Half&Half – Hot Cocoa rim) Holiday Craft Beer Specials!
Themed Attire: Drab colored old timey midwest winter garb, If you stuff yourself in an arm restricting one-piece puffy coat we will try to turn the temp. down, Also, just so you know, we are hoping to break the world record for most pink bunny outfits under one roof.
BYOLL (Bring your own leg lamp)
HOW TO GO? Dec 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH
Doors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm.
Alcoholic drinks available for purchase Tickets $36 – Get tickets here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/a-christmas-story-movie-party-1 Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com

“It’s a Wonderful Life” Movie Party
2024-12-22 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Celebrate the Holidays with Music, Meal, Trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience with the iconic holiday classic It’s a Wonderful Life.
HOW TO GO? Dec 22, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:20 PM The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH Doors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm.
Alcoholic drinks available for purchase
Tickets $36 – Get tickets here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/its-a-wonderful-life-traditional-christmas-movie-party Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com

“A Princess Bride” Movie Party
2025-01-26 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Get cozy with an evening of of music, food, trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience with a feel-good favorite: The Princess Bride!
**Themed Food: Our famous Fezzik’s Beef Stew and boulder throwing meatballs, electric eel green beans, “hash you wish” potatoes, fire swamp salsa, salad, chips of insanity, lots of candy kissing book kisses, butter cup cookies Themed Drinks: As You Wish… Malibu Rum, Blue Curacao, and Pineapple Prepare To Die – Bourbon, Ginger Ale and Lime $5 Peasant Beer Special- Christmas Ale Inconceivably N.A Mango Orange Spritz
Themed Attire: You can be a Prince, a Pirate, a Princess, a Pauper, a Giant, or a Swordsman…. and… If you dress up as a ROUS, we may give you extra cheese. *Drink and food menu items subject to change
HOW TO GO? Jan 26, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH
Doors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm.
Alcoholic drinks available for purchase Tickets $36
Get tickets here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/the-princess-bride-movie-party-1 Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com

“Breakfast at Tiffany’s” Movie Party
2025-02-02 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
You’re invited to an evening of of music, food, trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience with a true classic: Breakfast at Tiffany’s!
Themed Meal: A retro brunch spread by our friends at The BlueBerry Cafe
Themed Cocktails TBA: We’ll definitely have lots of Martinis darling…!
Themed Attire: Hit the vintage clothing store or find a 60’s style cocktail or little black dress to go with your hat and giant sunglasses. Gents, grab a skinny tie.
HOW TO GO? Feb 2, 2025 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH Doors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm.
Alcoholic drinks available for purchase
Tickets $36 – Get tickets here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/breakfast-at-tiffanys-movie-party Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com

Barbie “Galentines” Movie Party
2025-02-16 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Celebrate with the Gal’s with an evening of of music, food, trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience with the cultural phenomenon Barbie!
Themed Food: Creative pizza by Pizza Factory, fancy salad, appetizers, and dessert by Baker Benji
Themed Drinks: Barbie Corvette- Vanilla vodka, watermelon schnapps, sour mix. Malibu Barbie- Malibu, pineapple juice, grenadine Brewsky Beer Special -Ciderboys Pineapple Hula Cider N.A. – Allen – Sparkling grape juice with cranberry
Themed Attire: Lots of options here for both Kens and Barbs… Think pink, preppy, patterns or playful from the 70’s and 80’s or Manly fur or horse hats.
HOW TO GO? Feb 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH Doors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm.
Alcoholic drinks available for purchase Tickets $28 – Get tickets here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/barbie-galentines-movie-party Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com

The Big Lebowski Movie Party
2025-03-16 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
We’re ending the season with a true cult classic: The Big Lebowski! Enjoy an evening of of music, food, trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience.
*Themed Cuisine: Creative Pizza from Pizza Factory, Themed Salad, Themed Appetizer, Or… maybe we will all just drink White Russians for dinner World Famous
Themed cocktails: “The Dude Abides” – Captain, Malibu, Melon and Orange Liqueur, and pineapple juice “The Caucasian” – Vodka, Kahlua, and half and half with a bowling ball drink pick NA -“The Lady Friend”- Pink lemonade and sprite with fresh lemons
Themed Attire: Pick your character…. Slacker robe and sandals, Nihilist-Euro trash, porn star, Jesus leisure suit, regular bowler guy, urban combat vet, etc …
HOW TO GO? March 2, 2025, 6:00 PM – March 2, 2025, 9:00 PM The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH Doors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm.
Alcoholic drinks available for purchase
Tickets $28 – Get tickets here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/the-big-lebowski-movie-party-3 Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com
*Menu subject to change

Mental Health Brunch + Vision Session
2025-05-17 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | 5 Star Salon Academy, 125 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join 5 Star Salon Academy for a mental health brunch and vision space!
This event will have a focus on mental wellness, emotional clarity, goal setting, and more.
RSVP at https://www.5starsalonacademy.com/offers/6aWoX3bi/checkout

Anniversary Beer Bash & Urban Smokeout
2025-05-17 12:00 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | Warped Wing Brewing Company, 26 Wyandot St., Dayton, 45402, United States
Warped Wing is throwing it back to where it all began – right here in the DYT – for a good old-fashioned Beer Bash & Urban Smokeout to celebrate 11 amazing years! Rain or shine – we’re taking the party outdoors with the Trotwood Trailer, a tented lot, & all the good vibes you’ve come to expect.
Stop by for cold beer, smokin’ good eats, and live music. Bring a lawn chair, bring your crew, & plan to hang a while. You won’t want to miss it!

High Tea with Harpist Leah Estes
2025-06-07 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Dayton Woman’s Club, 225 N Ludlow St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Experience an afternoon of refined charm and musical elegance at our June Monthly High Tea, hosted in our beautiful Victorian-era mansion in the heart of Dayton.
This month’s gathering features the serene sounds of live harp music by Leah Estes, a classically trained harpist and pianist with deep roots in the Dayton music community. Leah has performed with the Dayton Philharmonic and Springfield Symphony Orchestra, and her artistry will provide the perfect accompaniment to a relaxing and refined afternoon.
Guests will enjoy a traditional three-course high tea, including a selection of tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and elegant sweets—all served with fine teas in an atmosphere of timeless charm.
Seating is limited and reservations are required.

Honoring the Service and Legacy of America’s Women Veterans
2025-06-12 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | The Dayton Woman’s Club, 225 N Ludlow St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us at The Dayton Woman’s Club as we honor the remarkable contributions of women in the U.S. military at our Women Veterans Day Celebration.
We are proud to welcome guest speaker Abby Auclair, a local Vietnam War veteran and former Army nurse. Abby’s courageous service and powerful story parallel the emotional journey portrayed in Kristin Hannah’s best-selling novel The Women. Her experiences provide an unforgettable perspective on what it meant to serve during one of the most turbulent times in American history.
Let’s gather in gratitude, remembrance, and celebration as we spotlight the strength, service, and legacy of our women veterans.
Special Gift for Women Veterans:
Each attending woman veteran will receive a complimentary copy of Empowered Women: Ohio Women in the Military, written by DWC Vice President Kim Villalva — an insightful and engaging book that explores the powerful impact of women in our nation’s military from the Revolutionary War to today. Books will be available for purchase as well.
FREE for Women Veterans
$15 for all other guests
Beverages & light snacks will be served
ADVANCE ONLINE TICKET PURCHASE REQUIRED

Sunset at the Market
2025-08-21 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
The Market is open this Thursday evening for community, dining, shopping & more. The group playing tonight it the Silver Grass Band and be sure to visit Drive Electric Dayton who will be located out front and learn the importance of electric cars.

Pizza & Pilates
2025-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Oregon Express, 336 E. 5th Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Enjoy rooftop pilates with Soleil Movement Studio on the upstairs patio of Oregon Express!
A $30 ticket gets you admission to the class and 2 slices of pizza
Register online at https://www.soleilmovement.com/

Pilates & Pinot
2025-10-06 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Joui Wine, 117 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Raise a toast to a fulfilling workout!
Enjoy a pilates class with Soleil Movement Studio instructors and glass of wine from Joui Wine during this event. More details at https://www.soleilmovement.com/

Launch Party: From Dayton, With Love: A Collection of Treasured Sweets, Past & Present
2025-11-23 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Sueno, 607 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Celebrate the launch of a brand new cookbook! Join the community launch party with the Dayton Cookbook Club on Nov. 23, 3–6pm at Sueño.
From Dayton, With Love: A Collection of Treasured Sweets, Past & Present.
A new 100-page cookbook by Dayton baker & writer Megan Smith celebrates the city’s sweetest history — from the flour mills that once lined downtown streets to the home bakers carrying on those traditions today. Featuring recipes and stories from Dayton residents past and present, From Dayton, With Love is both a love letter and a time capsule of our community’s kitchens.
Available late November at select Dayton shops and online at daytoncookbook.com.

Extraordinary Night of Fashion Christmas Fashion Show
2025-11-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Dayton Vitality Hotel, 33 E. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Tis the Season for Fashion & Collaborations! Are you ready for a show?!
It is time for the Extraordinary Night of Fashion Christmas Fashion Show!
Mintha owner of Mintha’s Boutique and Lady Linda owner of Secret Beauty Hats have something in store for you!
This Dynamic Duo have collaborated and will be presenting an unforgettable fashion show and we want you there!

Please Come Out and Join Us at the…

Extraordinary Night of Fashion Christmas Fashion Show!
December 14, 2025 4:00pm-7:00pm
33 East Fifth Street Dayton, Ohio 45402 (Formerly the Crowne Plaza)
There will be an after party!
Dress to Impress and strut your stuff this is a formal / semi formal event!

You do not want to miss this fashion show! There is a lot in store for you!

2 Outstanding Hosts!
1 Phenomenal DJ!
Top Notch Models!
Stylish Fashion!
Bar / Food / Prizes / Vendors / Live Music / After Party

Go to eventbrite and get your early bird tickets NOW!

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