Downtown Dayton Partnership

Exhibit: Tess Cortés: Vanishing Point
2024-07-27 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Detroit) | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Using digitized family movies, photographs, and computer-generated 3D models of heirloom objects, Cortés invites viewers to contemplate the intersection of memory, perception, and the passage of time. Both recollection and imagination, Vanishing Point’s never-ending scroll along the screen symbolizes the convergence of past and present.
In conjunction with the exhibition, the artist has also produced a limited edition video print available for purchase in The CoSHOP Pop-up Print Shop.
Tess Cortés is an award-winning Dayton-based digital media artist and Instructor of Motion Design at the Modern College of Design, Kettering.
Work on display through August 10, 2024.

United Irish of Dayton Celtic Festival
2024-07-27 11:30 - 23:00, 2024-07-28 09:00 - 18:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Saturate your senses in the sights, sounds, and tastes of our Celtic heritage. Discover the magic that keeps people returning to Dayton’s Celtic Festival year after year. Come and experience the rich traditions that we Celtic folk hold dear to our hearts.
Festival Hours:
Friday, July 26, 5.30 p.m -11 p.m
Saturday, July 27, 11.30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday, July 28, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Admission is FREE

The festival offers plenty of food, beer, workshops, Celtic breakfast, Gaelic Mass, a 5K and 10K, parade of kilts, music, culture, a children’s area, and three stages of continuous live entertainment. Rain or shine – lots of covered seating. Free admission. For more info, visit daytoncelticfestival.com

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!

Exhibit: Part of a Whole: 1/2
2024-07-27 12:00 - 17:00 | Dayton Society of Artists, 48 High Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
PART OF A WHOLE: 1/2
DSA’S ANNUAL MEMBERS SHOW
The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) is thrilled to present PART OF A WHOLE: 1/2, the first segment of our annual members’ exhibition. This unique two-part event showcases the diverse and vibrant talents of our member artists, encompassing a wide range of mediums, techniques, and styles.
We are honored to have Marsha Pippenger, past president of the DSA, as our juror for this exhibition and this year, DSA has divided the annual members’ exhibition into two parts to ensure all members have the opportunity to present their best work. We are excited to see the incredible variety and quality of art that will be on display, and make sure to come back on August 2nd for another unique members exhibition!
PART OF A WHOLE: 1/2 runs from Friday, July 5th to Saturday, July 27th. Our gallery is open to the public on Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with additional viewing times available by appointment (email info@daytondsa.org to schedule).

Experience the Exhibition: Hopper Home Building
2024-07-27 13:00 - 16:00 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Cost: $35 Members, $45 non-members
July 27, 2024, 1:00-4:00
Build the home of your dreams with this innovative and whimsical approach to American architecture! Learn the multitude of sculptural approaches to constructing with cardboard while adding texture, color, and your own personal style with watercolors and watercolor paper. This is your window of opportunity to raise the roof with friends and open new doors to creative ideas! All levels of sculpture and painting experience welcome.

Sunnies & Crates
2024-07-27 14:00 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Sunglasses, vinyl records, and beer – what else do you need on a Saturday afternoon? Join us as we host our buddy Nate who’s got a curated selection of sunglasses to browse and a fat stack of vinyl to dig. He’ll be set up outside the bar (weather permitting) on Saturday, July 27th at 2pm. Grab a DORA pint and dig his wares!

Dayton Burger Fest
2024-07-27 17:00 - 21:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
DAYTON BURGER FEST 2024Presented by Geico
We’re celebrating the 11 years of The Yellow Cab Food Truck Rallies with specialty food fests all year long!
Join us for a ton of incredible burgers, from traditional to modern, from some amazing food trucks at The Yellow Cab Tavern on July 27th from 5 to 9pm!
Entry is always FREE to our family friendly food festivals at The Yellow Cab Tavern!
With tons of vendors serving burgers and thematic items in addition to their standard menu favorites, this will be a foodie event that you will not want to miss!
Vendors
Pizza BanditKung Fu BBQI Heart Ice CreamHome Cooked VibesCruisin CuisineClaybourne GrillFredas Food TruckLet’s Eat Food TruckRennys HennysDe’lish CafeBarking BurgerCate’s SteakhouseBL BBQ & Karaoke DJ Food TruckJars by JasDiamond Daiquiri’s

*Please note: Food truck lineup is subject to change
Our beer garden patio and covered party tent at The Yellow Cab Tavern will be open for everyone to hang out in during the festival!

Jazz Night with George Balog
2024-07-27 19:00 - 23:00 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us for an evening of highly curated jazz tunes curated by the master himself, George Balog! George will be spinning an all-vinyl set from 7-11pm! No cover charge, air-trumpets are welcome.

Dayton Dragons vs. Fort Wayne Tincaps
2024-07-27 19:05, 2024-07-28 13:05 | Day Air Ballpark, 220 North Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH, 45402
Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports – see the Dayton Dragons play baseball at Day Air Ballpark! For tickets and more information, visit www.daytondragons.com or call 228-2287.

The Quiet World of Edward Hopper
2024-07-28, 2024-07-31 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
June 15–September 8, 2024

Few artists have been able to convey a distinct vision of the world as directly as Edward Hopper (American, 1882–1967). With great clarity, Hopper expressed a deeply personal response to modern life with his enigmatic depictions of urban and rural environments. The everyday, even mundane slices of life and ordinary subjects regularly indicate a psychological state of mind, most often suggesting a sense of isolation or loneliness. He rejected the influences of European modernism to work in a realistic, representational style, and create a uniquely American point of view that expresses his response to living in the twentieth century.
The Quiet World of Edward Hopper, an exclusive exhibition to the DAI, will feature the holdings from the DAI collection, which include a drawing, etchings, watercolor figure studies from his early years as an illustrator visiting Europe, along with the celebrated painting High Noon, 1949. The exhibition will also have key loans from other museums and private collections.

Riveting: Women Artists from the Sara M. and Michelle Vance Waddell Collection
2024-07-28, 2024-07-31 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
June 22–September 8, 2024

Riveting presents extraordinary art by contemporary women artists drawn from the major, private collection of Sara M. and Michelle Vance Waddell. This bold exhibition expresses the collector’s personal interest in finding emergent artistic voices and powerful artistic statements that speak to prominent social issues of the day, including those relating to LGBTQ+ communities and reproductive rights. All major media are included: paintings, sculptures, works on paper, photographs and textiles, and themes range from humorous and irreverent to thought-provoking.
Internationally recognized artists include Cindy Sherman, Kiki Smith, Ana Mendieta and many others, featured alongside under-recognized and local artists. One of the highlights will be Carolee Shneemann’s Interior Scroll (1974/75), a groundbreaking achievement of feminist art that remains relevant and controversial to this day.

Church of Funk
2024-07-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Oregon Express, 336 E. 5th Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Cooley the Curator, *Aka Pastor Cooley,* will be presiding over the wheels of steel between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Entry is free! He’ll be offering up the finest Funk, Soul, & Reggae during our Sunday lunch service! Join us for the Funk but stick around for special themed drinks and food specials.

Summer Film Series: Thelma & Louise
2024-07-28 13:30 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Embark on a powerful journey of friendship and liberation with the iconic duo, Thelma and Louise. This trailblazing film redefined the road movie genre and continues to resonate with its compelling narrative and unforgettable performances. Follow Thelma and Louise as they embark on an adventure that challenges societal norms and celebrates the strength of women. Rock your best ‘90s denim, bandanas, sunglasses, and boots. Let’s celebrate the spirit of adventure and freedom together!
Motion Picture Rating (MPA): Rated R for strong language, and for some violence and sensuality (Ages 17+, under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)
Bonus: Dress for the occasion! (Wear your best ’90s denim, bandanas, sunglasses, boots etc.)
Date: Thursday, July 25 at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 28 at 1:30 p.m. (Sunday’s showtime features an Organ Pipe Skinner concert at 1:30 PM followed by the film presentation at 2:00 PM)
Free for #MuseumMembers ; included in cost of general admission
https://cli.re/72928-summer-film-series-thelma–louise

Moss Art Workshop
2024-07-28 16:30 | Now and Zen DIY Studio, 121 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Moss Art Workshop

$35.00 – $65.00
Join us and design a beautiful piece of art using preserved moss and other natural elements to display on your wall!
» Design tips and instructions
» All supplies, embellishments, stones, moss, etc., necessary to complete project
» DORA alcohol accepted
Note: Appropriate for ages 16 to adult
Registration is non-refundable

The Unbreakable Marriage Red Carpet Movie Premiere
2024-07-28 17:30 - 19:30 | THE NEON, United States
Tisha Griffith and Bertha Davis are bringing 3 new films to THE NEON. “Join us for an unforgettable celebration of the magic of cinema at the premieres of BOY MEETS GIRL – a thought-provoking short film of two people from different worlds and THE UNBREAKABLE MARRIAGE – an inspiring full-length feature from the award winning writer Tisha Griffith, followed by her documentary short, THE JOURNEY TO FOREVER. Come experience the glamour of the red carpet as we kick off the festivities with light bites, drinks, and exclusive swag. Then, settle in for an evening of cinematic excellence as we showcase three films that are sure to captivate with their compelling narratives and powerhouse performances. Tickets go on sale June 8: $25 each, $30 day of show.”
Throne of Grace Productions Playwright and Filmmaker, a talented native of Dayton, Ohio, Tisha Griffith is set to captivate audiences with her debut feature film, “The Unbreakable Marriage.” As the writer, director and producer of this highly anticipated project, she brings a unique perspective and creative vision to the screen. The event will also showcase new, up and award winning Playwright and Filmmaker, Cincinnati native, Bertha Davis, founder of 3 Babies Production as she presents her short film “Boy Meets Girl”, which she wrote directed and produced. Join us as we celebrate the artistry and storytelling prowess of these rising stars in the world of cinema.

Monday Summer Reading Club
2024-07-29 | Rabbit Hole Books, 27 W. First St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Every Monday from Memorial Day to Labor Day, every person 18 and under can stop in and choose any book of their choice for free. Kids are welcome (and encouraged) to come every week.

Monday Summer Reading Club
2024-07-29 12:00 - 19:00 | Rabbit Hole Books, 27 W. First St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Every Monday from Memorial Day to Labor Day, every person 18 and under who comes by the store is welcome to take home any book in the store for free! Come every week!

Bootcamp with The Unit
2024-07-29 18:00 - 19:30 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Community Fitness series
Bootcamp with The Unit
6:00pm – 7:30pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Join The Unit for an exciting boot camp workout that will take you through RiverScape in a whole new way. Whether you’re running the stairs, doing push ups near the reflecting pools, or stretching along the levee, this effective workout will keep you moving. Combined with the uplifting support of the community members that make up The Unit, this is a workout you will want to make part of your weekly routine. All fitness levels welcome and encouraged! Weather Dependent.

Crime Scene Crack-Up presented by Mayhem & Mystery
2024-07-29 19:00 | Spaghetti Warehouse, 36 W. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Sara Bounasera and Mick Tailor lead a crackpot team of crime scene technicians that investigate details and hunt down perpetrators. Do they always play by the rules? When a crime hits close to home will they be able put aside their emotions and solve it? Or will you be able to solve it for them?
Performances are Monday evenings plus one Friday each month at the Spaghetti Warehouse in Downtown Dayton, Ohio. Three course dinner and interactive mystery show costs $39.95 plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required. Please call the Spaghetti Warehouse at 937.461.3913 to make reservations.

CURIO Lunch Box
2024-07-30 12:00 - 14:00 | Courthouse Square, Third & Main Streets, Dayton, OH, 45422, USA
Throughout the summer months, fun, out-of-the-box entertainment can be found on Courthouse Square, with CURIO serving as the hub of community, connection, and collaboration!
CURIO at Courthouse Square is the next evolution of programming formerly known as “The Square Is Where.”
Big ideas can come in small packages, and CURIO is the first step in a larger, longer-term plan to revitalize Courthouse Square. This shipping container transformed into an event hub has been combined with new outdoor seating and other touches to create downtown’s newest summer hotspot!
CURIO Lunch Box provides free lunchtime entertainment Tuesdays-Thursdays from noon to 2 p.m., including Trivia Tuesdays, Workout Wednesdays, and Unplugged Thursdays.
Bring your friends and coworkers for a midday break outside!
Similar to the former “The Square Is Where” programming, CURIO Lunch Box features free lunchtime entertainment from noon to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays each week during the summer months.
Food vendors also set up on Courthouse Square each weekday, allowing downtown workers and others to grab lunch from a vendor or a downtown restaurant and take in the entertainment while enjoying the outdoors downtown.
Find a full schedule of upcoming entertainment at https://downtowndayton.org/things-to-do/curio/

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2024-07-30 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
2024-07-30 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.

Float Shows at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2024-07-30 18:30 - 20:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Float Shows at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
6:30pm – 8:00pm
AGE: All ages | $30.00, $150.00
Taiter’s Kayak Solutions is taking over the riverfront in Downtown Dayton to host Float Shows this season! Their giant paddleboards make the perfect floating stage, and they invite you to join their paddle party. They will have some of the region’s finest and most adventurous musicians taking the stage. Enjoy live music from your vessel, paddle under the fountains and make friends! The cost to participate is $30 for a standard kayak rental, or $150 for a giant paddleboard rental (for up to 5 people, but you must reserve and pay in advance). All participants will be required to wear a properly fitted life jacket. Swimming is prohibited in the Great Miami River, but participants 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.

Live Music from Marianne Kesler
2024-07-30 19:00 - 21:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of Tuesday Nights in the Park series
Live Music from Marianne Kesler
7:00pm – 9:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Join us at RiverScape on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from June-October for live music, food, drinks and fun! Come support local musicians, try some delicious food from the Cafe, and challenge your friends to some giant lawn games. As part of the Downtown Dayton DORA, the RiverScape Cafe will also be offering a variety of cocktails, wine, beer and more for those 21 and over. Marianne Kesler, local musician, performs amazing acoustic covers ranging from pop, rock and more. You can catch Marianne on June 25th and July 30th at RiverScape from 7 to 9 PM. Admission is free! Weather Dependent.

Exhibit: Katherine Kadish & David Leach: Crossroads
2024-07-31 11:00 - 18:00 | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present new and recent work by two of the area’s most esteemed artists, each and together exploring recent “crossroads” in their lives. The exhibition will feature Kadish’s evocative monotype and painted colorscapes paired with Leach’s abstracted landscape, architecture, and interior drawings and prints; as well as two new monotypes the artists created collaboratively for the exhibition.
Both artists have exhibited widely and are featured in prominent public and private collections all over the world. Kadish is based in Yellow Springs and often collaborates with Lisa Mackie, Master Prints, NY. Leach is based in Dayton, is Emeritus Professor, Wright State University, and an active member of the Dayton Printmakers Co-op.
In conjunction with the exhibition, a selection of monotypes and prints by the artists will be available for purchase in The CoSHOP Pop-up Print Shop.

Exhibit: Andy Snow: Time Mends, Space Blends
2024-07-31 11:00 - 18:00 | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
The Contemporary Dayton presents a series of blended photographs from the Flood of 1913 and present day Dayton, Ohio by Dayton-based artist, Andy Snow.
Exhibit on display through August 10.
