Downtown Dayton Partnership

NAMIWalks Montgomery County
2024-09-14 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
NAMIWalks Montgomery County
10:00am – 1:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Join NAMI Montgomery County for NAMIWalks 2024! The goal of NAMIWalks is to fuel mental health awareness, raise funds for NAMI’s local programs & service, and let people know they are not alone. NAMIWalks Montgomery County will have a resource fair, food vendors, and youth activities beginning at 10:00 am and a Walk kicking off at 11:00 am (one and three-mile routes available). Register online. Weather Dependent.

Altar Making Workshop/Taller: Creando Altares
2024-09-14 11:30 - 13:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated Sunday, September 15 through Tuesday, October 15, and Dayton Metro Library has exciting, engaging, and entertaining programs lined up for all ages. At this altar making workshop, patrons can bring in photos and create a personalized altar to take home. (All Ages)

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.

Pedal Wagon Dayton: Specters and Spirits
2024-09-14 18:00 - 20:00 | OH
Join us for this “Specters & Spirits” haunted pedal wagon ride through downtown Dayton.
Bring your ghouls and guys to ride along as local author and ghostie Sara Kaushal and Paula Dytko, paranormal investigator extraordinaire- team up to take you around to some of the great haunted places this city has to offer all while onboard the Pedal Wagon!
You will learn about Dayton’s hanging grounds, the haunted Victoria Theatre, and many more haunted stories. All with enough time to stop by a couple of watering holes for those other kinds of Spirits.
Your booking cost covers The Pedal Wagon rental and a guide.
Want a Family Friendly & Minor welcome cruise option?! Book the 6pm time slot, either Private or Public. 8:15pm is for 21 and over only!
We need 8 riders to launch a public cruise.

Honoring our Veterans: Headliner TBD w/ Guitars4Heroes Opening
2024-09-14 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener Guitars4Heroes
The Dayton Guitars 4 Heroes Band was established in January 2019. The G4H Band plays a variety of classic rock, classic country, and patriotic music. The G4H Band is a non-profit, all-veteran band with exception of one person. Al Jones, drummer, and vocals, has volunteered his time from the beginning for all weekly rehearsals and all our shows. He said “This was just the way to give back.” The other band members are Ron Burns, rhythm guitar, vocals, Art Nitsch, bass guitar, vocals, Mike Collins, lead guitar, backup vocals Jerry Greer, rhythm/lead electric guitar, Karen Nitsch, vocalist, and percussion. All these 5 are military veterans who also volunteer their time to give back to raise money to support the Rec4Heroes/Dayton Organization.

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.

Silvis, Dr. Cycle, & Scary Hotel
2024-09-14 20:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us September 14th for an amazing night of live music featuring Silvis, Dr. Cycle, and Scary Hotel! $10 cover starts at 8pm with music starting at 9pm.Silvis is a Midwest indie rock band known for sticky melodies and infectious grooves. Their sound combines catchy vocal lines and intricately rhythmic songwriting, creating a palpable connection with listeners. Gaining traction with 2023 single “Circles” from their White Pocket EP, Silvis continues to carve out their spot in the indie rock space with their newest single “I’m On Fire”.
Scary Hotel is melancholy music for happy people from Dayton, OH

Third Sunday Art Hop at Front Street
2024-09-15 11:00 - 16:00 | Front Street Galleries, 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 is proud to showcase new work from Dayton based artist, David Uy. Grab a bite to eat from Kool Beanz Cafe or one of our visiting food trucks.
We are 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.

Ohio Bridal & Wedding Expo Fall 2024
2024-09-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Dayton Convention Center, 22 East 5th Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
The Bridal & Wedding Expo features an amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help you find the perfect gown, reception venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon destination, and much more!
Get your free passes today or $10 at the door.
https://www.bridalshowsoh-dy.com/free-pass
Interested in Exhibiting?
https://www.bridalshowsoh-dy.com/info-for-exhibitors

Dayton Vegan Food and Drink Festival
2024-09-15 12:00 - 18:00 | Courthouse Square, Third & Main Streets, Dayton, OH, 45422, USA
Join us for the 5th Annual Dayton Vegan Food and Drink Festival presented by Sprouting Dreams LLC on September 15th at Downtown Dayton Courthouse Square and presented by Sprouting Dreams LLC.Vendor Application:
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Speaker/Performer Application:
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Volunteer Application:
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If you or your business want to contribute or be highlighted as a sponsor, send a message. Your participation is crucial for success and offers visibility. Feel free to send a message for details. We appreciate your consideration!Love. Peace. Veggies.
FB: https://www.facebook.com/DYTveganfestival/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dytveganfest/
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DáVes Malone
Sprouting Dreams LLC

Know Your Rights
2024-09-16 12:00 | Sinclair Conference Center, 301 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Representing the City of Dayton, Isabella Esposito, an Equal Opportunity Specialist with the Human Relations Council, is organizing this event to educate the community about their rights during interactions with the police, aiming to build a more harmonious relationship between law enforcement and residents.

Panelists include:

Thomas Thompson, Director/Chief of Police, Sinclair College
Michael Coss, Assistant Chief, Sinclair College
Officer Dan Mamula, Dayton Police Dept
Officer Christine Hamilton, Dayton Police Dept
Sarah Weber, Staff Attorney, Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE)

Co-sponsored by THE CITY OF DAYTON and SINCLAIR’S DIVERSITY OFFICE

FREE and open to the public!
FREE Pizza provided!
Registration NOT required!

Rainbow Readout
2024-09-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Metro Library supports PRIDE all year long by offering a variety of LGBTQIA+ programs for all ages. This month, the Main Library will host two programs for adults, one a new book club and the other a special guest speaker.

Rainbow Readout, Monday, September 16, 7-8 pm, Main Library, Conference Room 3A: DML’s LGBTQIA+ Services Specialist has pre-selected a non-fiction book they will read ahead of time. Patrons will receive a presentation of that book, its arguments, critiques it has received, and considerations it can teach about life. Questions and conversation will be encouraged. If patrons would like to read the book for better participation, it is Who’s Afraid of Gender? by Judith Butler. Butler is an award-winning, internationally known, non-binary gender theorist. A few copies of this book are available for check out at the Main Library, but it is also available in eBook and Audiobook format through DML’s Libby app.

How Does the City Commission Work?, Tuesday, September 17, 7-8 pm, Main Library, Eichelberger Forum: DML welcomes Dayton City Commissioner Shenise-Turner Sloss for a special informational Q&A session. Geared for the LGBTQIA+ community, patrons will learn how to get involved in their communities, how the Dayton City Commission works, and receive tools on how to make their voices heard to advocate for change at a local level. Need to register to vote? Voter registration will be available at this program.

Registration is not required for these programs. For more information, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2024-09-17 14:00 - 18:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Kayak Rentals series
Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2:00pm – 6:00pm
AGE: 14 and up | $12.00
Paddle under the fountains with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions all summer long at RiverScape MetroPark! Regular walk-up rental hours will take place Tuesdays from 2-6pm and Thursdays from 4-8pm, June-October. Launch from under the Riverside Bridge along the Great Miami Recreational Trail. The cost to participate is $12 per person per hour. Taiter’s Kayak Solutions staff will provide visitors with brief instructions prior to entering the water, which will include a safety tutorial, and help visitors get into their vessels. All visitors will be required to wear a properly fitted life jacket. Swimming is prohibited in the Great Miami River, but visitors should come prepared to get wet. Those renting will not be permitted to go through the RiverScape River Run whitewater feature. No lifeguards are on duty, and paddling is at all visitors’ own risk. All visitors must sign a waiver to participate. Visit Facebook.com/TaitersKayakSolutions for more information. Weather Dependent.

Tai Chi & Qigong at the River
2024-09-17 18:00 - 19:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Community Fitness series
Tai Chi & Qigong at the River
6:00pm – 7:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Offered by Immortal Tree Qigong. Each hour-long Tai Chi & Qigong session will start with breathing exercises, warm up, and gentle stretching. You will then be guided through flowing movements mixed with short standing meditations. We will end with a slightly longer guided standing (or sitting) meditation. This should leave a few minutes to answer questions or discuss any insights. Qigong doesn’t require any special skills (other than breathing) or equipment (other than your body). Find “Immortal Tree Qigong” on Facebook or Instagram for more information! Weather Dependent.

How Does the City Commission Work?
2024-09-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402

Music Bingo!
2024-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of Tuesday Nights in the Park series
Music Bingo!
7:00pm – 9:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Join us at RiverScape near the Cafe on the third Tuesday of each month from June through October for an exciting night of food, drinks, and Music Bingo! In this exciting twist on the classic game, you will mark your bingo cards as a live DJ from Liftoff Entertainment plays a variety of hits, from pop to rock and so much more. Be one of the first to mark five in a row and you can win some neat prizes! Music Bingo is free to participate, but we recommend coming early as bingo sheets are limited! The RiverScape Cafe will have a variety of appetizers, refreshments and desserts available for purchase. For those 21 and over, cocktails, wine and beer will also be available for purchase as part of the Downtown Dayton DORA. Weather Dependent.

NEA Big Read Kick-Off Celebration
2024-09-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Metro Library will launch its National Endowment for the Arts Big Read program exploring Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi with a NEA Big Read Kick-Off Celebration on Wednesday, September 18, 5:30-7:30 pm, in the Main Library’s Eichelberger Forum. The NEA Big Read Dayton is presented in partnership with the Fitz Center for Leadership in Community at the University of Dayton, Daybreak Dayton, the Paul Laurence Dunbar House, the African American Visual Artists Guild (AAVAG), and other community partners, with support from the National Endowment for the Arts.
The NEA Big Read Kick-Off Celebration will feature dialogues between Dr. ShaDawn Battle and Dr. Nancy McHugh and a cultural experience with food curated from London Coe of Peace on Fifth. Complimentary copies of Homegoing will be available, and patrons will have the opportunity to meet and mingle with community members and partners.
“DML is excited to not only be a part of this community-wide event as a partner, but to have our Branches host book club meetings and other events in the coming months,” states Claudine Bennett, DML’s External Relations Manager. “By exploring the theme of ‘Where We Live,’ patrons all over the Dayton area will be able to engage with and reflect on Homegoing in a variety of ways that will leave a lasting impression.”
An initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest, the NEA Big Read broadens our understanding of our world, our communities, and ourselves through the power of a shared reading experience.
Dayton is one of 62 communities nationwide participating in the 2024-2025 NEA Big Read. From Wednesday, September 18, our community will celebrate Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi with a full calendar of events including
book club discussions of the book at five Branch locations, a Human Race Theater Creative Writing Workshop, visual art exhibitions, public presentations, art education workshops, and a panel discussion.
For more information on the NEA Big Read Kick-Off Celebration, please contact Claudine Bennett. You also can view a full calendar of events for the NEA Big Read at https://tinyurl.com/Dayton-Big-Read .
Visit DML’s social media channels for updates as well: facebook.com/DaytonMetroLibrary and Instagram.com/daytonmetrolibrary/.
DML is committed to providing access to all of our events. If you would like to request accommodations for sign language interpretation, audio amplification, and/or language translation please contact us through the method that best meets your needs. Additional accommodations may be available upon request. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
You can submit an Accommodations Request on our website or call our Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

SWERK with MVP Dance Fit
2024-09-18 18:00 - 19:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Community Fitness series
SWERK with MVP Dance Fit
6:00pm – 7:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
SWERK (Sweat, Work, Twerk) combines current HipHop style dance moves with lower body toning exercises to bring you one Booty-licious bod. A true “lift your booty, love your body” experience. Beyonce’s welcome. No previous dance experience necessary, just come MOVE and have FUN. We can’t wait to SWERK with you! Weather Dependent.

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2024-09-19 16:00 - 20:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Kayak Rentals series
Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
4:00pm – 8:00pm
AGE: 14 and up | $12.00
Paddle under the fountains with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions all summer long at RiverScape MetroPark! Regular walk-up rental hours will take place Tuesdays from 2-6pm and Thursdays from 4-8pm, June-October. Launch from under the Riverside Bridge along the Great Miami Recreational Trail. The cost to participate is $12 per person per hour. Taiter’s Kayak Solutions staff will provide visitors with brief instructions prior to entering the water, which will include a safety tutorial, and help visitors get into their vessels. All visitors will be required to wear a properly fitted life jacket. Swimming is prohibited in the Great Miami River, but visitors should come prepared to get wet. Those renting will not be permitted to go through the RiverScape River Run whitewater feature. No lifeguards are on duty, and paddling is at all visitors’ own risk. All visitors must sign a waiver to participate. Visit Facebook.com/TaitersKayakSolutions for more information. Weather Dependent.

Bored Teachers: The Struggle Is Real! Comedy Tour
2024-09-19 19:30 | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Bored Teachers are BACK with all new material on their THE STRUGGLE IS REAL! COMEDY TOUR. For years, Bored Teachers Studios has brought a sense of humor to teachers around the world to ease their daily struggle in the classroom. They’ve amassed over a billion views on their viral videos on social media, over 10 million followers, and the #1 ranked teacher-comedy podcast – #6 of all stand-up comedy shows on Apple Podcasts. Since 2022, Bored Teachers has been selling out comedy clubs and major theatres across 49 states, bringing laughter to over 150,000 teachers throughout the school year and has become the main event to attend in all of teacher world. Even non-teacher fans have reviewed it as one of the funniest stand-up shows they’ve ever seen! The Bored Teachers show is a comedy powerhouse that anyone who’s ever been in a classroom can relate to.

Comedy Night at the Gallery
2024-09-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Gather by Ghostight, 37 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Gem City Comedy, Gather by Ghostlight, & the Dana L. Wiley Gallery are proud to bring you… COMEDY NIGHT AT THE GALLERY A locally-produced comedy show at one of the city’s most accomodating art installations, featuring some of Dayton’s funniest comedians! Your host for the evening will be Mike Shea, with special guests: Matthew Zane Joe Young Leyla Ingalls …and the big finale for the night will be local headliner Jerrel Beamon! Come enjoy a coffee or a cocktail, grab a baked good, take in some of the art, and then grab a seat for a stellar night of comedy! THIS SHOW IS 18+ ALL GUESTS MUST HAVE A VALID ID. Tickets are $5 pre-sale and $10 at the door.

TEAM VOID And The Haunted Taxi Cab Cruising With Debbie DeCasio, Darlene and The Primetime Blues Band
2024-09-20 20:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us at one of Downtown Dayton’s coolest indoor-outdoor club Yellow Cab Tavern on Friday, September 20th for TEAM VOID And The Haunted Taxi Cab Cruising With Debbie DeCasio, Darlene and The Primetime Blues Band!!!!
Living The Dream Summer 2024 everyone come celebrate September Birthdays including the BIG 65 For Louie Lerma- Dayton’s Adopted Virgo-Son!
TEAM VOID And The Haunted Taxi Cab Show will blow your mind with such a good time! Brace yourselves for a wild ride…
What a great chance to enjoy the last weekend of the Summer 2024 having fun with all your friends, families, yourselves and 4 great veteran SW Ohio acts!! – 3 Ohio Indie Bands are from Dayton and Darlene is coming up from Northside- Cincinnati!
Enjoy the night with TEAM VOID And The Haunted Taxi Cab Show Emcee by Louie Lerma himself! Up for your entertainment pleasure at 9:00PM Sharp…
Debbie DeCasio performs her tunes on Casiotone keys also flute! Debbie delivers an 80s groove channeling dance beats and get-down brave sing outs from Debbie DeCasio!
Darlene* is a Cincinnati-based 3 Piece DIY Art Rock Band. Two Girls One Boy. Melodic Harmonic Noisy Post-Punk Brit-Pop 90s Indie Shoe-Gaze Knee- Socks-Style.*Darlene takes their name from the sardonic middle child who dropped out of art school. They wear their hearts on their sleeves.
The Primetime Blues Band will bring a solid set to Dayton Hometown Rockers! Hear a ‘Chicago style’ blues backbone blending original songs & blues classics. Fronting the band is Tony Houston, long time Dayton Blues and Rock Legend and friend of your host, Lou when they performed as members of Blackmale and The Rockafellas…
Champions of Lucha Rock-N-Roll, Cursed To Rock The Living, TEAM VOID closes the show! Be There for an intense, exciting phenomenon of Lucha Rock Hits including crazy surprises for everyone- it is a birthday party ya know!
EL MUERTO, INFINITY, and DRUMMER X are gonna haunt the joint!
Friday September 20th!!!!Yellow Cab Tavern Doors open at 8:00 PM–*Ages 16 and Up–*15 and Under with Guardian are welcomeShowtime at 9:00 PM$10 – 4 BandsSee You All At YCT-Louie Lerma

Hunger Action Month at the 2nd Street Market-Miami Valley Meals
2024-09-21 09:00 - 15:00 | 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
September is Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign by Feeding America. Help raise awareness and bring your non-perishables to the Market to help eliminate hunger in our community or purchase items from our Market vendors and donate. Miami Valley Meals will be on hand this Saturday to take your donations. Miami Valley Meals provides bulk meals to organizations that feed the hungry.

NBFY Expressions of Peace Expo 2024
2024-09-21 09:00 - 21:00 | Dayton Convention Center, 22 East 5th Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us at the Dayton Convention Center for a day filled with peaceful expressions, practices, and programs! The EPEX2024 event will showcase artwork and performances and offer workshops and presentations promoting harmony and unity. Connect with like-minded families, individuals, and organizations and spread positivity through various activities. Whether you’re an organization, artist, performer, or simply passionate about peace, this expo is the place to be. Mark your calendars and be a part of this inspiring event!

Author and Writers Symposium
2024-09-21 10:00 - 17:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Metro Library is excited to host its second annual Author and Writers Symposium on Saturday, September 21, from 10 am-5 pm, at the Main Library. Aspiring writers can expect a jam-packed day with workshops and writing-themed activities. Over 30 local writers are scheduled to attend, many of whom will facilitate workshops throughout the day and/or will have books for sale.

Workshops

So you want to be a writer?

This Q&A session will give guests a chance to gain insight from others, learn tips and tricks of the trade, and learn how to stay motivated.

Guerilla Publishing

Discussion of the basics of publishing, including obstacles and how to kickstart projects.

Crafting Compelling Characters: A Guide to Creating Memorable Figures in Novels

Explore the essential elements of building characters that resonate with readers and drive a story.

Beyond Books: Exploring Untraditional Formats in Writing

Panelists will discuss creative possibilities beyond traditional prose.

William D. Cornwell III, a local writer returning for his second year, comments further on what aspiring writers can expect. “You’ll be able to spin a prize wheel, color your own bookmark, or explore the Unmasked Heroes Exhibit presented by the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center. If that isn’t enough […] each featured author will have their own vendor table where you can purchase books, pick up trinkets or candy, or maybe just say hello and have a chat.” Cornwell adds that one of the best things about the symposium is the “feeling of community” that is created.

DML’s Author and Writers Symposium is free to attend and registration is not required. The Main Library is located at 215 East Third Street, Dayton, 45402, with a free, attached parking garage located on the St. Clair side of the Library. Free parking on the street will also be available. Aspiring writers can find a schedule of events and a list of attending writers at DaytonMetroLibrary.org. Additional questions may also be directed to the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

Special Collections Natural History Vault Tour
2024-09-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Special Collections Natural History Vault Tour, Saturday, September 21, 11 am-12 pm, Main Library, Conference Room 1B: Check out the Library’s Rare Book and Local History Collections, including an Audubon Birds of America set, John Van Cleve’s field books, and more. Registration is required – limited spots remain.

Hispanic Heritage Festival
2024-09-21 11:00 - 23:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
A day-long celebration of Hispanic/Latino culture at RiverScape MetroPark in the heart of Downtown Dayton! This event kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month! There will be a parade, live music, dancing, entertainment, and authentic Latin food all day (11am-11pm), and much, much more!
The Hispanic Heritage Festival benefits the Puerto Rican, American, and Caribbean Organization (PACO). PACO is a non-profit organization dedicated to the success of the Hispanic/Latino community in the Dayton, OH area. This Festival is PACO’s largest fundraiser of the year and it enables PACO to fulfill its mission through scholarships to local students, events to support the local Hispanic/Latino community and promote Hispanic/Latino culture, and other charitable initiatives. PACO is entirely run by volunteers. If you’d like to volunteer at this Festival, please message us!

Ned Peppers 30th Anniversary Celebration
2024-09-21 14:00 - 2024-09-22 02:00 | Ned Pepper’s, 419 E. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Ned Peppers 30th Anniversary CelebrationSAT SEP 21 • 2PM ‘til 2AM
GIVEAWAYS • VENDORS • TIKI COOKOUT • TITO’S SAMPLES • MUSIC and more!
Draft beer at ROCK BOTTOM prices with $2 Bud Light 16oz Draft, $3 Rolling Rock, $4 Mystery Seltzers, and several of Ned’s specialty drink and shot specials. These specials are all day and all night long!
Doors open at 11AM, and festivities will kick off at 2PM where our friends at Tito’s Handmade Vodka will have a FREE specialty Tito’s Prickly Pear Lemonade for you to sample!
Our bartenders will have various SWAG GIVEAWAYS available throughout the afternoon, so be sure to get in early to grab yours while they last!
Tiki Bar, our second bar on the back patio will have a TIKI COOKOUT going on, grab yourself some grub while it lasts!
At 9PM, our resident CUEST will be playing all the hottest hits and your favorites all night through 2AM!
Make those plans and help us PACK THE HOUSE for our 30th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, September 21!
Thanks Dayton and the Miami Valley for three decades of serving beer, pouring spirits, and having good times in the heart of Downtown Dayton’s Historic Oregon District! We are grateful for your continued support, and look forward to seeing everyone’s faces throughout the day and night on this very special occasion!
Ned’s 30th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, September 21, 2024 2 pm ‘til 2 am • All Day/All Night 419 E Fifth Street Dayton, OH 45402 The Oregon District in Downtown Dayton 21+

Dayton Summerfest
2024-09-21 15:00 - 20:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
The Dayton Rotary Club presents a free family friendly afternoon music festival! Come on down to the Levitt Pavillion from 3-8pm on September 21st for music, fun, and food trucks! We will have soul, blues, and funk music played by the incredible Heather Redman & The Reputation, Noah Wotherspoon Band, and Dayton Funk All Stars. 6 food trucks will be available for all you foodies out there. And we’ll be having a 50/50 raffle as well!

Rain date: Sunday September 22

21st Annual United Rehabilitation Services Rubber Duck Regatta
2024-09-21 16:00 - 17:30 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
21st Annual United Rehabilitation Services Rubber Duck Regatta
4:00pm – 5:30pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
At least 20,000 rubber ducks will be dropped from the bridge for a race to the finish at RiverScape MetroPark, in conjunction with the Hispanic Heritage Festival. Proceeds from this family-friendly event benefit local children and adults with disabilities! Weather Dependent.
