Downtown Dayton Partnership

Susan B. Byrnes: Lightness and Weight
2025-03-28, 2025-03-29 | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
A groundbreaking exploration of the paradoxes inherent in the human experience drawing from themes in Milan Kundera’s novel, “The Unbearable Lightness of Being,” Lightness & Weight will feature three new sound and sculptural installations that explore the complexities and dualities of the human condition. The exhibition will include a variety of non-traditional materials including cast iron, tulle, artificial hair, glass, smoke, video, and sound. Byrnes, a sculptor and audio producer who most often uses her work to challenge and reflect on the burdens of sexism and the resilience of the female body, will launch a companion podcast series featuring interviews with women artists across various media and backgrounds. Created through a new partnership between The Co and WYSO 91.3 FM, the flagship National Public Radio (NPR) member station for the region, the podcast will provide an important platform for female voices in the arts, fostering dialogue and community engagement. Byrnes is a Cincinnati-based visual artist whose diverse body of work spans sculpture, multimedia installation, radio broadcasts, writing, and curatorial projects. Her work has been exhibited in galleries and museums across the Midwest, including the Korean Cultural Center of Chicago, the Dayton Art Institute, and the Weston Gallery, Cincinnati. OPENING NIGHT / JAN 17, 2025 Members Preview with the Artist 5-6 pm / Public Reception 6-8 pm

A Zachary Armstrong Curatorial Project
2025-03-28, 2025-03-29 | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Intricate. Intimate. From the heart. The Co presents the reveal of a new project by Zachary Armstrong—an enigmatic force whose work features the ritualistic repetition of symbols and motifs rooted in recollections of his childhood and family, of people and places, of rural Midwest Americana. While the details remain under wraps, we promise a love letter to technical innovation, imagination and memory as a means of connecting. Armstrong lives and works in Dayton, Ohio. Recent solo exhibitions include GNYP Gallery, Antwerp, Belgium (2023); Tilton Gallery, New York, NY (2022, 2018, 2016); Faurschou Foundation, New York, NY/Beijing, China (2022, 2021); and The Contemporary, Dayton, OH (2021); among others. FRIENDS & FAMILY RECEPTION / Jan 3, 2025 / 6-8 pm OPENING NIGHT / Jan 17, 2025 / 6-8 pm

2025 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition
2025-03-28, 2025-03-29 | Galleries at Sinclair College, 444 W. Third St., Bldg. 13, Dayton, OH, 45402
The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present the 2025 Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition. Students who have been enrolled in fine art classes at Sinclair Community College within the past year are eligible to enter the annual Fine Art Student Juried Exhibition by submitting up to five original works produced for their art classes. This year’s juror, Samuel Dunson, will review the submissions, select works for the exhibition, and award best in show, second, and third place. Dunson, a native of Dayton, Ohio, is a professor at Tennessee State University, where he is in his twenty-fifth year of teaching art and design. Students juried into the exhibition may list their artwork for sale either to the public and/or to be sold to Sinclair Community College as Student Purchase Awards. The Purchase Award winners are committee selected and will be added to Sinclair’s art collection. Over 130 Student Purchase Awards are located throughout Sinclair’s Dayton and Centerville campuses. This program is made possible thanks to the generosity of Burnell R. Roberts and the Mauch Endowment Fund. The exhibition will be held in-person in the Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery and the Works on Paper Gallery. Interested parties may view the show in person or online on the student website, sinclaircollegeartgalleries.org. In addition, the exhibition will be highlighted on the galleries’ Facebook and Instagram @sinclaircollegeartgalleries. There will be an open house reception open to the public on March 27, 2025 from 4:30pm to 6pm, Building 13, 4th Floor Atrium. Awards are presented to Best in Show, Second and Third Place. Award sponsors include Blick Art Materials, Custom Frame Services, Tartan Campus Store, United Art and Education, Professor Bridgette Bogle, Professor Mark Echtner, Professor Kay Koeninger, and Associate Professor Anthony Wolking. The exhibition will be on display from March 25 through April 15, 2025. The galleries are located in Building 13, 4th Floor, at the corner of West Fifth and Perry Street. The galleries are free and open to the public from 8am–6pm Monday–Friday and 9am–12pm Saturday

Exhibit: Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled
2025-03-28, 2025-03-29 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
March 15–June 8, 2025
A distinguished figure in contemporary art, Jamie Wyeth is recognized for his fiercely independent, realistic approach to art. This exhibition follows Wyeth’s entire career and looks at a specifically darker thread within his oeuvre of troubling and unnerving imagery. Unsettled is divided into three distinct sections: “Strangers and Specters;” “Natural and Supernatural Worlds;” and “Haunted Places and Disturbing Spaces.” Drawn from museums and private collections from across the country, the DAI is the exclusive Ohio venue and the final stop for this major traveling exhibition. Organized by the Brandywine Museum of Art.

Discovery: Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny
2025-03-28 09:30, 2025-03-28 11:30 (America/New_York) | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
GOODNIGHT MOON is a celebration of familiar nighttime rituals, while THE RUNAWAY BUNNY‘s pretend tale of leaving home evokes reassuring responses from his loving mum. Both feature endearing rabbit characters, and the soothing rhythms of bunny banter and dream-like imagery never fail to infuse young readers with a reassuring sense of security. Mermaid’s staged adaptation brings a new sense of appreciation to stories that have delighted several generations.
Created by Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia and based on the books by Margaret Wise Brown.

Community Fitness at the Market: Yoga
2025-03-28 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Aleasha with Passaddhi Yoga will lead you in all-levels yoga flow. If you’re a beginner, she will guide you through modifications to ensure you are comfortable to help you to become more familiar with poses. If you’re experienced, she will help grow your current practice. This class is truly for everyone!

Paint & Sip: Brush Painting Workshop
2025-03-28 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-03-29 10:00 - 12:00 (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 to learn about ancient East Asian ink-and-wash brush painting. Enjoy a glass of wine or a mimosa while you create your own beautiful artwork during this hands-on workshop led by Dr. Yufeng Wang, an award-winning artist and professor at Sinclair College. The goal of Chinese ink and wash painting is not simply to reproduce the appearance of the subject, but to capture its soul.
All materials will be provided – just bring yourself!
This event is open to the public — please invite your friends!
This workshop will be conducted by Dr. Yufeng Wang, an award-winning artist and professor at Sinclair College.
Advance Ticket Purchase Required
$40 per person
(includes drink & materials)
Lotus Flowers Workshop
Friday, March 28, 2025
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Thriving Peonies Workshop
Saturday, March 29, 2025
10:00 am – 12:00 pm

TechStars Startup Weekend
2025-03-28 17:30 - 23:00, 2025-03-29 09:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Hub powered by PNC Bank, 31 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
TechStars Startup Weekend is an exciting and immersive foray into the world of startups. Over an action-packed three days, you’ll meet the very best mentors, investors, co-founders and sponsors to show you how to get more done faster — and, maybe even start that business.
Beginning on Friday, participants will pitch ideas for potential startups. Teams will form around the concepts and compete to prototype their product, business, and land customers. The event culminates in a “shark-tank” style pitch to experts and investors.
Tickets include:

6 meals throughout the weekend (plus ice cream!)
SWAG including a sweet Startup Weekend t-shirt
Mentorship throughout the weekend from Dayton’s business leaders
Access to the Hub for the weekend
and so much more!

The Techstars Startup Weekend Schedule
The goal of Techstars Startup Weekend is to create an environment where passionate, driven, and like-minded people can come together to get things done — to learn, network, bridge the gap between trades, expose potential, and see actual results.
The event flows as follows:
Friday

5:30-6:30 PM Registration–Arrive at the venue and get checked in
6-6:45 PM Dinner & Networking- Eat food, share ideas, practice pitches, get to know the other participants
6:45-7:45 PM Welcome & Speakers-Review agenda for the weekend and introduce speakers, coaches, and community leaders
7:45-8:30 PM Pitches- Optionally line up to pitch your idea
8:30-9 PM Voting-Attendees vote for the top pitches
9-9:30 PM Form Teams- Teams start forming and discussing ideas
9:30-11 PM Begin Work- Start to formalize teams and take an inventory of skills. Be honest, and direct about what resources and skills are needed for the weekend. You may stay and work as late as the venue will allow

Saturday

9-9:30 AM Breakfast
9:30-10 AM Customer Validation Workshop – Send at least one member of your team to learn the best ways to get out and talk to customers
10 AM – 2 PM Customer Validation at 2nd St. Market
12-1 PM Lunch & Check In
1-7 PM Back to Work
7-7:30 PM Dinner
8:30-9 PM Check-In

Sunday

9-9:30 AM-Breakfast
10-10:30 AM Team Check In-Final opportunity to ask questions
11 AM-12 PM Pitch Rehearsal & Tech Check-Final hours of work time should be focused on perfecting your presentation, tech-check for final presentations also takes place
12-1 PM Lunch
2:30-4 PM Final Presentation-Present, watch and celebrate all your hard work throughout the weekend!
4-4:30 PM Judging & Awards
5 PM After party at TBD local brewery

Terms of Participation Agreement: It is our job to provide you with an incredible networking and learning experience. Our intention is that you meet some amazing people that you might start a company with, learn from mentors as well as learning from your peers. The event is intended to be a collaborative forum for sharing, learning, building, and having fun. As such, by registering as a participant, you acknowledge that any ideas shared by you or anyone else over the course of the event are contributions to the overall experience and community. If you’re very concerned, you can limit your pitch to the rough outline of the idea without giving away key information.
As a member of your startup community, you agree to be inclusive of any and all people and their ideas. You agree to act professionally, treat everyone with respect, and treat the event facilities with proper care. You agree that you are responsible in the event of any accidents or damages that you cause. You also agree to not hold Techstars Startup Weekend, your local volunteer team, or any of the event supporters liable for any loss, damage, injury, or any other unforeseeable incident.
By participating in the event, you grant Launch Dayton partners permission to capture photos/videos of the event.

Tickets and more info:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/techstars-startup-weekend-dayton-2025-tickets-1107417899749?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Antioch Fish Fry
2025-03-28 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Antioch Shrine Temple, 107 E. First St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Antioch Shrine Fish Fry and gambling games with live entertainment. $20.

EVERY FRIDAY FROM MARCH 7TH-APRIL 11TH
DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM
FOOD + ENTERTAINMENT STARTING AT 6 PM
Live Entertainment LINEUP
March 7th: Acoustic Junior
March 14th: Todd Moore Music Bingo
March 21st: Pulse Band
March 28th: Until Rust
April 4th: School of Rock
April 11th: DJ Austin
Live Entertainment | Fish | Chicken | French Fries Cole
Slaw | Mac and Cheese | Desserts | Draft Beer
$20 for Adults | $10 for Kids 12 & Under | Draft Beer Included!
CARRYOUT ORDERS ARE $15 | DRIVE THRU LANE WILL BE AVAILABLE
107 E 1ST ST, DAYTON, OH 45402

Sinclair Theatre presents The Tempest
2025-03-28 19:00, 2025-03-29 19:00 (America/New_York) | Blair Hall Theatre – Sinclair, 444 W. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Twelve years before the start of The Tempest, Prospera was usurped by her sister, Antonia, and exiled from Milan. Now living on a remote island with her daughter, Miranda, Prospera is presented with an opportunity to wreak havoc on her traitorous sister and her shipmates by way of a magical tempest. ASL interpreted performances March 30 and April 3 Student Madness April 1 $10 student tickets.

Camelot
2025-03-28 19:30, 2025-03-29 19:30 (America/New_York) | The Human Race Theatre Company, 126 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
MARCH 26 – APRIL 6, 2025
Camelot
Lerner & Lowe
Adapted by David Lee
Director: Emily N. Wells
Music Director: Ian Axness
‘Camelot – Small Cast Version’ is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI: www.mtishows.com
Embark on a majestic journey to a realm where honor, dignity, and morality pave the way for a new era under the youthful King Arthur’s reign. This tightly focused adaptation of the classic musical Camelot breathes new life into the legendary love triangle with the same musical favorites “If Ever I Would Leave You,” “The Lusty Month of May,” “I Loved You Once In Silence,” and “Camelot.” Witness as this beloved musical is reborn, offering a spellbinding experience that celebrates love, leadership, and the quest for an ideal world.
Recommended if you liked… Fiddler on The Roof, Mame

The Book Of Mormon
2025-03-28 20:00, 2025-03-29 14:00, 2025-03-29 20:00 (America/New_York) | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jimmy Fallon of “The Tonight Show” calls it “Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal.” It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical.
This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation.

Chancers
2025-03-28 20:00 (America/New_York) | Dayton Theatre Guild, 430 Wayne Avenue, Dayton, OH, 45410, USA
Chancers

By Robert Massey
Shop owners Aiden and Dee are down and out and on the verge of losing everything. One lucky customer has their ticket out of the poorhouse—they just need to get their hands on it without her knowing.
Run time: Act 1: 55 Minutes. Intermission: 15 Minutes. Act 2: 45 Minutes.
March 28-April 13

Wiggle Room Party
2025-03-28 21:00 (America/New_York) | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us for a Wiggle Room party on Friday March 28th!Featuring DJ Breezy EZ and Tyebee$5 Cover at 9pm

Be Set Free
2025-03-29 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
God-given freedom That everyone can find and live Dayton, Ohio: Nicole Virgil, practitioner of Christian Science healing and public speaker, will present her talk, “Be set free,” on Saturday, March 29, at 11:00 am at the Dayton Metro Library at 215 E. 3rd Street, Dayton, Ohio. The talk will focus on universal healing precepts found in the Holy Bible, especially in Christ Jesus’ life and teachings, showing how they are available for anyone to understand and experience through the lens of Christian Science. The talk is free, open to the community, and sponsored by First Church of Christ, Scientist in Dayton, Ohio. “Circumstances often present what appear to be significant obstacles to living freely, something that everyone wants to do,” Ms. Virgil says. “In this talk, we will examine liberty from a Biblical perspective; and see how real people today find their freedom from all kinds of physical, emotional and circumstantial restrictions that seem clearly beyond their control.” Sharing examples of healing from her own life and professional practice of Christian Science, Ms. Virgil will explain why Christian Science is both Christian and scientific, meaning that people can prove its effectiveness for themselves, as fully described in the book Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, written by the founder of the Christian Science movement, Mary Baker Eddy. Ms. Virgil will also touch on the life of Mary Baker Eddy, who came to understand, confirm, and teach what she felt was original Christian healing. Eddy herself said she was especially inspired by Jesus’ demand, “He that believes on me, the works that I do will he do also; and greater works than these will he do, because I go unto my Father” (found in the Gospel of John 14:12 in the Bible). For over 150 years, people around the world have worked to follow Christ Jesus in this practice of Christianity and continue to do so today, experiencing healings of physical ills and personal difficulties. Nicole Virgil has been a Christian Science practitioner for many years, helping people on a daily basis through this scientific approach to prayer. She travels from her home base near Chicago, Illinois, to speak to audiences as a member of the Christian Science Board of Lectureship.

The Architecture of Well-Being
2025-03-29 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Metro Library will host a three-part series, The Architecture of Well-Being, as part of its Community Development programming. Each session will focus on different aspects of how one can thoughtfully shape their life by building a foundation of fulfillment and well-being with essential tools. Adult patrons will learn how to manage stress, regulate emotions, and enhance their life’s overall satisfaction.

Registration is not required. The series will take place in the Main Library’s Opportunity Center from 11 am-12 pm on the following days:

Building Gratitude, Saturday, March 15
Building Presence, Saturday, March 29
Building Value, Saturday, April 12

Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny
2025-03-29 13:00, 2025-03-29 16:00 (America/New_York) | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
GOODNIGHT MOON is a celebration of familiar nighttime rituals, while THE RUNAWAY BUNNY’s pretend tale of leaving home evokes reassuring responses from his loving mum. Both feature endearing rabbit characters, and the soothing rhythms of bunny banter and dream-like imagery never fail to infuse young readers with a reassuring sense of security. Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s staged adaptation brings a new sense of appreciation to stories that have delighted several generations.
Click here to learn about the sensory inclusive performance of GOODNIGHT MOON & THE RUNAWAY BUNNY on March 30!

Triton, Heavyhead, Angles from the Gallows, & Deadspeak
2025-03-29 20:00 (America/New_York) | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us for a night of live music with Triton , Heavyhead, Angels from the Gallows and Deadsoeak on March 29th!$10 cover
