Downtown Dayton Partnership

An Evening with I Dig Pig
2024-05-24 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
oin us at The Yellow Cab Tavern for a celebration of Ron “Pigpen” McKernan Era Grateful dead with I Dig Pig for a full evening of live music on Friday, May 24th!
Cover starts at 8:00pm on May 24th with performance starting around 9:00pm.
Tickets are $9 in advance and $12 at the doors.
Tickets are available at https://ten-high-productions.square.site/
*All ages welcome with a guardian.**Discounted presale tickets end at Midnight on May 23rd
Yellow Cab’s resident truck, The Pizza Bandit, will be set up and serving through 11pm.

Exhibit: What’s New?
2024-05-25, 2024-05-26, 2024-05-27, 2024-05-28, 2024-05-29, 2024-05-30 | 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.

Exhibit: Katherine Kadish & David Leach: Crossroads
2024-05-25 11:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-29 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
2024-05-25 11:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-29 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
2024-05-25 11:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-29 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.

Dayton Pizza Fest
2024-05-25 17:00 - 21:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
DAYTON PIZZA FEST 2024Presented by Piqua Pizza SupplyMay 25th – 5 to 9pm
Join us for a ton of incredible pizzas and pizza inspired dishes from a ton of amazing food trucks!
We’re celebrating 11 years of The Yellow Cab Food Truck Rallies with specialty food fests all year long!
We are extremely excited to announce the 2nd annual Dayton Pizza Fest, happening at the Yellow Cab Tavern on May 25th, from 5 to 9pm!
Entry is always FREE to our family friendly food festivals at The Yellow Cab Tavern!
With tons of vendors serving Pizza 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 BanditWheel fresh pizzaILLYS Fire PizzaRonettis PizzaLa Bella CucinaKung Fu BBQMa Dukes Street FoodHome Cooked VibesCrusin CusineLet’s Eat Food TruckThe Food PittQueen’s Table FoodtruckPoppys Smoke HouseFreakin’ RicanDAIZIES DILLASI Heart Ice CreamChilders’ Chimney CakesNorman BakeryFifty5 Rivers
*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!
Become a sponsor:
If you’re or an organization you’re associated with is interested in sponsoring any of our food festivals, download our sponsorship informational document through the link below or send us an email at theyellowcabfoodtruckrally@gmail.com.
https://www.dropbox.com/…/2024-Yellow-Cab-and-Champion…
Hope to see everyone out for what will surely be one of the BIGGEST and tastiest events of the year in Downtown Dayton!

Skeleton Dust presents: BLACK LEATHER JESUS, DETERGE, SLACKING, MBD, QVIET
2024-05-25 19:00 - 22:00 | Skeleton Dust Records, 133 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Prove you’re more than just meat and witness American noise legends BLACK LEATHER JESUS live at the shop on Saturday, May 25th 2024!
The dungeon is deep and dark, and along the way you will encounter live performances from DETERGE, SLACKING, MBD, and QVIET as well.

$10 admission. Show starts at 7 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Dayton Classical Concert Series 2024
2024-05-26 10:00 | First Baptist Church, 111 Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402
On Sunday, May 26, internationally acclaimed operatic tenor Cameo Humes will join the Chancel Choir of First Baptist Church of Dayton in observance of the church’s 200th anniversary as an American Baptist congregation. During the morning worship service at 10:00 a.m., Mr. Humes will sing Sanctus, the solo in the Mass of Saint Cecilia by Charles Gounod. Mr. Humes has performed on operatic stages throughout the world but considers the Lyric Opera of Chicago to be his home. He will present a selection during the postlude. Cameo is a graduate of the Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music and for years was an adjunct professor in the Department of Fine and Performing Arts at Central State University where he worked with Dr. William Henry Caldwell.
On Sunday, June 2, at 5 p.m., the Music Department at historic First Baptist Church of Dayton will present its annual First Baptist Sings featuring the Chancel Choir in “The Best of the Season.” The choir will perform works by Mozart, Cousins, Forrest, Powell, Parker, Hailstork, and Vivaldi. The choir under the direction of Dr. William Henry Caldwell will be accompanied by Mr. Gregory Land and Dr. Alan Kimbrough. There will be a reception following the program in the Fellowship Hall. Free parking is available in the church parking lot and assistance provided for the handicapped.
On June 7 and 8, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. at the Schuster Center, the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance will celebrate Black Music Month. The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Neal Gittleman, will present orchestral works by Antonin Dvorak and Florence Price, and on the second half of the concert, the program will feature a Community Chorus that will include members from the First Baptist Church of Dayton Chancel Choir: Dr. Melody Williams, Dr. Brad Kallenberg, Jeanne Kallenberg, Cyerra Pemberton, and Samanatha Leal along with FBC pastor Dr. Kent Berghuis. Dr. William Henry Caldwell, music director at First Baptist, is preparing the Community Chorus. The chorus will present works by Hailstork, Powell, Betty Jackson King, and many contemporary arrangements of sacred music. The Rosenthal Foundation of the Arts is funding the program.
Attention All Singers!
Do you love to sing? Are you or someone you know looking for an opportunity to participate in music making of the highest caliber in one of the most historic churches in the Miami Valley with the finest organ in the world? If you answered YES to any of these questions, the First Baptist Church of Dayton Chancel Choir wants YOU.
The Chancel Choir is scheduling auditions for the 2024-2025 seasons. Auditions are by appointment only and all voice types are welcome. To schedule an audition/interview for the upcoming season with music director Dr. William Henry Caldwell, please contact the main office at First Baptist Church of Dayton at 937-222-4691 or email fbc@fbcdayton.org.

Church of Funk
2024-05-26 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.

Monday Summer Reading Club
2024-05-27 | 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.

Artist in Training Afterschool Classes
2024-05-27 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-28 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-29 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/

CURIO Lunch Box
2024-05-28 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-05-29 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
2024-05-28 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.

The Kite Runner
2024-05-28 19:30, 2024-05-29 19:30 | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Based on Khaled Hosseini’s beloved, international best-selling novel, THE KITE RUNNER is a powerful new play adapted by Matthew Spangler that follows one man’s journey to confront his past and find redemption.
Afghanistan is a divided country, and two childhood friends are about to be torn apart. It’s a beautiful afternoon in Kabul and the skies are full of the excitement and joy of a kite flying tournament. But neither of the boys can foresee the incident which will change their lives forever. Told across two decades and two continents, THE KITE RUNNER is an unforgettable journey of forgiveness, and shows us all that we can be good again.
The Human Race Theatre Company and Dayton Live are proud to bring this national tour to Dayton.

Dr. Edmund H. Moore
2024-05-29 16:00 | Sinclair Conference Center, 301 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA

CURIO Midweek Mix
2024-05-29 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
2024-05-29 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.

Bootcamp with The Unit
2024-05-29 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.
