Downtown Dayton Partnership

Church of Funk
2024-05-19 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Detroit) | 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.

Dayton Dragons vs. Great Lakes Loons
2024-05-19 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.

Skinner Pipe Organ Concert
2024-05-19 14:00 - 15:00 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Hear the museum’s restored Skinner pipe organ and see the beautifully renovated Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium. Matt Dierking from the Dayton Chapter of the American Guild of Organists will perform on the 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. (unless otherwise noted).
April 7 and 21
May 12 and 19
June 9 and 16
July 7 and 21
August 4 and 18
September 1 and 15
October 6 and 20
November 3 and 17
December 1, 8 and 15

Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra: Spring Concert
2024-05-19 14:30 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Celebrate the end of a phenomenal season with Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra! You’ll hear some of the best compositions in the classical music repertoire by Dayton’s extremely talented youth musicians and celebrate with them as they bid farewell to their senior class.

Photographer Cristina Mittermeier: Edge Of Two Worlds – Ocean & Humanity
2024-05-19 15:00 | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
With passion, conviction, and a zest for life, Cristina “Mitty” Mittermeier has dedicated her life’s work to safeguarding the ocean and inspiring millions to do the same. She offers insights she’s gleaned from documenting the far reaches of our planet aboard SeaLegacy 1, her home for six months each year. And, in light of the growing challenges facing our ocean—and world—she invites us to ask ourselves, “What is Enough?” Join Mitty as she shares how she has come to understand how “Enoughness” can be cultivated by finding fulfillment in what we have and in recognizing our connectedness to all things.
In 2005, Mitty founded the International League of Conservation Photographers to provide a platform for photographers working on environmental issues. In 2014, with her partner, photographer Paul Nicklen, she co-founded SeaLegacy, a nonprofit working to protect and rewild the ocean. A Sony Artisan of Imagery, and a collaborator in Rolex’s Perpetual Planet initiative, Mitty has been honored with many notable awards, including the Smithsonian Conservation Photographer of the Year Award. Her work has been published in hundreds of prominent magazines and media outlets. She is a sought-after speaker, and has been named by Real Leaders as one of the world’s best keynote speakers.

Sons of April – Welcome to the Garden of April
2024-05-19 17:00 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us on Sunday, May 19th for an intimate performance by Dayton hip hop due, Sons Of April. Music kicks off at 6pm. No cover, just vibes.

Exhibit: What’s New?
2024-05-20, 2024-05-21, 2024-05-22, 2024-05-23 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
As part of Dayton Metro Library’s celebration of Juneteenth, the Library welcomes a traveling exhibit, What’s New?, from the African American Visual Artists Guild (AAVAG), that will be on display in the 2nd Floor Gallery of the Main Library through Thursday, June 30.
What’s New? is the fourth project for the AAVAG under their Exposition Through Art Program (ETAP), which celebrates the ideas, places, personalities, and facts of the AAVAG community. What’s New? specifically focuses on both a visual and written view of its artists – representing “what is new” in their lives, the community they live in, their world of art, and/or any new viewpoints the artists may have developed regarding social, political, and religious ideals.
Additionally, DML will host Artists Talk at Bassani Theater on Thursday, June 13, from 6-8:30 pm at the Main Library, in the Bassani Theater Off Third, 3rd Floor. AAVAG artists Andrea Cummings, Nathan Connor, Clarice Moore, and Cedric McGhee will discuss the various themes found in their artwork that is included in the AAVAG’s traveling exhibit. Moderated by DML’s Karen D. Brame from Special Collections, this program is for all ages.
For more information, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

Artist in Training Afterschool Classes
2024-05-20 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-21 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-22 15:00 - 18:00 | K12 Gallery & TEJAS, 341 S. Jefferson St., Dayton, OH, 45402
The AIT program is an after-school art club for students in grades 6-12. Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of media while working at their own pace. By learning some of the techniques used by artists, they will train to become better at their own art making. These classes are perfect for both beginners and students who already make lots of art! The collaborative environment in our studio allows students to forge friendships, build self-confidence, and experience new perspectives while making art. Students can opt to attend one day per week, two days, or all sessions. Students are welcome to join at any point in the year. Classes are $15 for members or $30 non-members. 5 class and 10 class passes available.
Scholarship information available at https://k12tejasgallery.org/artist-in-training-afterschool-art-classes/

BootyMix Fitness
2024-05-20 18:00 - 19:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
AGE: All ages | FREE
BootyMix is a mixture of booty-centric experiences that make you feel alive and give you the confidence to take back your life through community, movement, and music. You’ll leave class with a better sense of self worth and honor your body for what it can do. Your mind will be refreshed so you can walk out into the world with a new perspective and confidence to chase those big dreams. Weather Dependent.

Bootcamp with The Unit
2024-05-20 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-05-22 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
2024-05-20 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.

Angelo Moore Dr Madvibe And The Missin Links (feat Skabone Stan)
2024-05-20 20:00 - 23:00 | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Join us for a special evening with Angelo Moore Dr Madvibe And The Missin Links (feat Skabone Stan)
Angelo Moore is the legendary frontman of Fishbone and is known for his explosive on-stage presence, unique vocal talents, and mad musical skills on saxophone, theremin, and Hammond B3. Considered by many to be the world’s greatest frontman, Angelo’s musical talent knows no boundaries!
We’re excited to welcome home, Skabone Stan too!!
VIP Meet & Greet 7pm
GA Doors 8pm
Show starts 8:15pmAll ages welcome!
Adv GA tickets $15
VIP Meet & Greet $20
All advance tickets can be purchased here: https://www.venuepilot.co/events/104302/orders/new#/
Day of show GA tickets: $20

CURIO Lunch Box
2024-05-21 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-05-22 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/

Tai Chi & Qigong at the River
2024-05-21 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.

Exhibit: Katherine Kadish & David Leach: Crossroads
2024-05-22 11:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-23 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
2024-05-22 11:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-23 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.

Exhibit: Tess Cortés: Vanishing Point
2024-05-22 11:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-23 11:00 - 18:00 | 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.

CURIO Midweek Mix
2024-05-22 16:00 - 18:00 | 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 Midweek Mix provides weekly social hours featuring adult beverages and a mix of events at the end of the workday, including markets, CURIOKE, arts, cash bingo and pets, spotlight performances, and more.
Unwind after work – Meet up at the Midweek Mix!
The CURIO Midweek Mix brings fun, themed social hours on Wednesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. each week.
Grab a DORA beverage, socialize, and take part in this week’s themed activities while gathering with old friends and meeting new ones.

Find a full schedule of upcoming entertainment at https://downtowndayton.org/things-to-do/curio/

Stay Fit with DCDC
2024-05-22 18:00 - 19:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Community Fitness series
Stay Fit with DCDC
6:00pm – 7:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Get fit the DCDC way. You’ve seen the dancers, and their phenomenal displays of strength and endurance. Now you can benefit from the fitness training these artist/athletes receive. Based on Tabata, classes are suitable for all levels of experience, body type and facility. Classes are conducted by members of Dayton Contemporary Dance Company. Weather Dependent.

On Repeat – A Looping Event
2024-05-22 19:30 - 22:30 | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
On Repeat is an evening of music created, live, right in front of you!
Ever heard of looping? Looping in music refers to the repetition of a musical phrase or section, creating a continuous musical texture. The idea behind looping is to build up multiple layers of sound, allowing the musician to create complex arrangements in real-time.
It is an accessible way to get started making music and we have arranged 5 brilliant musicians who have taken the craft very far in different directions to hopefully give you an idea of what you may be able to with it yourself!
The 5 amazing loopers for y’all in Volume 3:
– Isicle
– Mt. Analogue
– Kyleen Downes
– Maria Keck
Come listen to some ‘fresh’ grooves on Wednesday, May 22nd!
Doors are at 7pm. Show at 7:30pm
$10 Pre-sale / $15 at the door
Pre-sale link – https://www.venuepilot.co/events/103924/orders/new
