Downtown Dayton Partnership

Drive Electric Dayton
2024-11-17 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Visit the Market and meet representatives from Drive Electric Dayton. They will have their Electric Vehicle’s (EV) lined up outside the Market for you to look over and ask questions. This organization supports EV and are also a driving force in this region, pushing for EV infrastructure that will be accessible to everyone, especially those in under-served communities.

Skinner Pipe Organ Concert
2024-11-17 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

Soul Sunday with DJ Pluto
2024-11-17 15:00 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
DJ Pluto caps off the week with a soothing brick of Soul fire. He’s behind the decks from 4-7pm!

Choral Vespers
2024-11-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Westminster Presbyterian Church, 125 N. Wilkinson St., Dayton, OH, 45402
The Westminster Choir with instrumentalists presenting works by Bach and Mendelssohn. A freewill offering will be received.

Student-Athlete Mental Health Symposium
2024-11-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Metro Library is excited to welcome Maurice Clarett, a former NFL player and Ohio State Buckeye legend, who will lead a Student-Athlete Mental Health Symposium on Monday, November 18, from 5-8 pm, in the Main Library’s Eichelberger Forum.

Scholar athletes, educators, clinicians, and coaches from interdisciplinary backgrounds will gather to discuss mental health and the well-being of athletes in our community. Attendees will also discuss obstacles and opportunities for engaging athletes through healthcare, media, and literacy regarding these pressing topics.

This symposium is geared for both an adult and a teen audience. Registration is required. For more information about this event and Clarett, and to register, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

LGBTQIA+ Book Club
2024-11-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
LGBTQIA+ Book Club, Monday, November 18, 7-8:30 pm, Main Library, Conference Room 3A: Open to adults who are interested in discussing a diverse range of books with LGBTQIA+ characters and/or themes. This month’s selection is Hijab Butch Blues by Lamya H.

94th Annual Waffle Shop
2024-11-19 11:00 - 14:00 | Christ Episcopal Church, 20 W. First St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Hungry to be fed? “Waffle Shop” returns as a dine-in or carry-out event again this year! Waffle Shop is a 90+ year tradition at Christ Church. This year, the 94th Annual Waffle Shop will be held November 19-22, 2024. We raise funds through the sale of our beloved waffle lunches, and then grant 100% of the proceeds to small local non-profits benefiting our brothers & sisters living on the margins in our community. In 2023 we awarded grants to 9 local organizations making a difference for the poor and marginalized in our community. A great lunch for a good cause!

Rainbow Open Mic
2024-11-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Rainbow Open Mic, Tuesday, November 19, 6-8 pm, Main Library, Bassani Theater Off Third, 3rd Floor: It’s time to register for this month’s open mic for those adults who want to perform, but a waitlist is also in place. Performances should include content that is appropriate for a public setting and be original.

Before You Buy: Desktops, Laptops, Tablets, eBooks, and Smart Phones
2024-11-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Before You Buy: Desktops, Laptops, Tablets, eBooks, and Smart Phones, Wednesday, November 20, 10 am-12 pm, Main Library, Tech Lab A: The options can be endless and overwhelming when considering a purchase of a new technology tool. DML will teach patrons how to research before they buy. Registration is required – limited spots remain.

Transgender Day of Remembrance
2024-11-20 19:00 | Sinclair Conference Center, 301 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
We are very pleased to announce our Keynote speaker for Transgender Day of Remembrance 2024 is singer/songwriter, dancer, model, actor and activist, Laith Ashley. Transgender Day of Remembrance is an annual event here in Dayton to honor those transgender and non-conforming individuals who lost their lives in 2024 due to violence. All too often these individuals are estranged from their families so it is altogether fitting that we honor them and celebrate the life lived. On November 20th at 7:00 pm at Sinclair Community College’s conference center we will read their names, and light a candle for these individuals. Additionally, Khris Goins, founder of Black Trans Men of Ohio will speak along with Judas, a 21 y.o. person, and Chrissy Ray, a trans-female and of course our keynote speaker, Laith Ashley

The CoSHOP Holiday Shopping
2024-11-21 | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
The Contemporary Dayton’s CoSHOP gets a holiday refreshing of new handmade ornaments, cards, decor and all sorts of giftables from a selection of local artists and artisans. At the Nov. 21 Preview Party, enjoy shopping, browsing the current exhibitions, and light bites from Gather. 224-3822.

Travel Tips with Jan Austin
2024-11-21 17:00 - 19:00 | The Dayton Woman’s Club, 225 N Ludlow St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Speaker Series:
Travel Tips with Jan Austin
11/21 from 5-7pm
Jan Austin, local owner and tour operator of Dayton’s Bee On the Go Travel, will tell us about 100 great travel destinations, plus the pros and cons of using a travel agent vs. booking everything yourself. Be ready to share your experiences!

Christmas and Holiday Decor Exchange
2024-11-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Preparing for the season with the same old decor? Bring in your old Christmas/winter/holiday decorations and swap with your neighbors for something new! For adults.

Vienna Boys Choir: Christmas In Vienna
2024-11-21 19:30 | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
The illustrious group of child musicians has been delighting music lovers across the globe for six centuries with their purity of tone, distinctive charm and popular repertoire. The enormously popular chorus is composed of four touring choirs that hail from dozens of nations and together give over 300 concerts a year around the world. CHRISTMAS IN VIENNA showcases these gifted musicians with voices of unforgettable beauty in an extraordinary program featuring Austrian folk songs, classical masterpieces, popular songs, and, of course, holiday favorites. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram raves “There’s no more gratifying sound than that of children singing. And there’s no more polished ensemble of children’s voices than the Vienna Boys Choir.”
The Vienna Boys Choir is one of the most famous choirs in the world, and one of the oldest. Boys have been singing at Vienna’s Imperial Chapel since at least 1296. In 1498 Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I. established a Court Chapel in Vienna where he declared that there were to be boys among the singers, thus laying the foundation for the Vienna Boys Choir. Today, the former imperial ensemble is a private, non-profit organization with a primary and grammar school for 330 boys and girls between the ages of six and nineteen with a focus on choral music and singing. The Vienna Boys Choir’s education, listed by UNESCO as cultural heritage, is open to all, regardless of origin, gender, nationality, or religion.
The four boys’ choirs perform almost 300 concerts per year, with almost half a million people attending. Since 1924, the choirs have completed more than 1000 tours in 100 different countries, clocking up a staggering 29,000 concerts.
On Sundays, the choirs sing mass in Vienna’s Imperial Chapel with members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and the men’s chorus of the Vienna State Opera. They have performed with orchestras led by conductors such as Joana Mallwitz, Zubin Mehta, Riccardo Muti, Christian Thielemann, Simone Young, and Franz Welser-Möst; and appear at the Salzburg Festival and at the New Year’s Concert of the Vienna Philharmonic.
The Vienna Boys Choir partners with UNICEF and several other charities. In 2023, the Choir celebrated its 525th anniversary. To mark the occasion, Deutsche Grammophon released a live album of the anniversary concert in Vienna’s Musikverein, Decca Classics released a box set of 21 CDs, and Böhlau released a book on the Choir’s history. In 2024, the Vienna Boys Choir and the Vienna Girls Choir jointly received the European Culture Award.
Erasmus Baumgartner has been serving as Artistic Director of the Vienna Boys Choir and the entire Campus Augarten since 2023. The Choir’s President is Erich Arthold.

Blues with Noah Wootherspoon & Eric Jerardi
2024-11-21 19:30 - 23:00 | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
We are excited about hosting Blues-centric evening with our friends Eric Jerardi and Noah Wotherspoon. These two locals are legendary! This is a must-see show for blues and live music fans alike. All ages are welcome! Join us on Thursday, November 21st at 7:30pm at The Brightside (905 E 3rd St, Dayton). Doors open 7pm / Show starts at 7:30pm General admission seated tickets are $25 advance / $30 at the door Tables with tickets included: 2 top VIP Table – $80 (includes 2 tickets close to stage) 2 top Bistro – $70 (includes 2 tickets) 4 top Tables – $140 (includes 4 tickets under cc holder’s name) 10 top Table – $300 (includes 10 tickets under cc holder’s name) All ages welcome! Drinks available to purchase. Outside food allowed (no outside drinks) Venue: The Brightside Music & Event Venue – 905 E 3rd St. Dayton, OH Venue info: www.thebrightsidedayton.com Tickets are available at link: https://www.venuepilot.co/events/118760/orders/new

Rike’s Holiday Windows
2024-11-22 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
The holiday season is here and one of Dayton’s most beloved traditions is visiting the Rike’s Holiday Windows!
The RIKE’S HOLIDAY WINDOWS’ animated elves and animals first appeared in NCR’s New York office windows in 1943, but many Daytonians remember them from their annual holiday pilgrimage to the Rike’s Department Store which sat on the corner of Second and Main Streets (where the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center now sits). They’ve been on display in the Schuster Center’s Wintergarden during the holidays for more than 20 years.
In 2018, the displays were redesigned by critically acclaimed theatre and opera scenic designer and Dayton native Adam Koch, reconstructed by internationally acclaimed set and stage designers Scenic Solutions from West Carrollton, Ohio, and the characters were recostumed by the Dayton Sewing Collaborative.
SANTA’S SECRET
Santa and his magical team of crafty reindeer make a special stop each year to the Schuster Center to hide a special something in each of the Rike’s Holiday Windows. Can you guess what it is this year? It’s tiny, often at a child’s eye level, and has something to do with Dayton!
If you’re right, you’ll be entered to win a special gift certificate from Dayton Live. The winning entry will be notified after the new year begins!
You’ll be able to submit your entry when the RIKE’S HOLIDAY WINDOWS open for the season!

Windows are generally available for viewing Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The windows will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day, and will not be available for public viewing during private events.
Presented by Dayton Live

Yoga at the Market
2024-11-22 11:30 - 12:30 | 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!

Artist Talk: Curtis Mann and Sean Wilkinson with Carmen Winant
2024-11-22 18:00 - 20:00 | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Curtis Mann and Sean Wilkinson in Conversation with artist and writer, Carmen Winant Doors open 6 pm / Reception immediately following ‘til 8 pm / FREE & open to all / The Tank at The Dayton Arcade

George Rocks and Colvin Got Old
2024-11-22 19:00 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
George Balog is back with an all vinyl set of rock heat, and our dear friend Mike Colvin is celebrating his 50th birthday! The party pops off at 7pm. No cover.

Mike Birbiglia: Please Stop The Ride
2024-11-22 19:00 | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Mike Birbiglia is a comedian, writer, director, and actor who has performed his award-winning solo shows worldwide – from the Sydney Opera House to the West End of London to Broadway. His five solo shows Sleepwalk With Me, My Girlfriend’s Boyfriend, Thank God For Jokes, The New One, and The Old Man & The Pool enjoyed successful runs on and off Broadway and became hit Netflix comedy specials. The shows merge storytelling and comedy in a way that The New York Times has called “Birbiglian.” Birbiglia also wrote, directed, and starred in the films Sleepwalk With Me and Don’t Think Twice. As an actor, Birbiglia has appeared in the films Trainwreck, The Fault In Our Stars, Popstar, A Man Called Otto as well as TV roles in Orange Is The New Black and Billions. He hosts the podcast “Mike Birbiglia’s Working It Out.”

Elf In Concert
2024-11-22 19:30 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
SANTA! I KNOW HIM! Grab a bowl of spaghetti and syrup and run like a cotton-headed ninny-muggins to see the heartwarming holiday classic ELF on the big screen. Enjoy the movie while the Philharmonic performs the original score live. Relive the story of Buddy the Elf, who leaves the North Pole in search of his biological father. Along the way, he inspires everyone around him to rediscover the joys of Christmas. MPAA rating PG.

Centering Women of Color, Community, and Health Justice
2024-11-23 10:00 - 17:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Join us on November 23, 2024, from 10 to 6 p.m., in person or virtually, for a conference designed to serve BIPOC women (Black, Indigenous, Latina, and/or Hispanic, Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Middle Eastern) in Greene County, Montgomery County, Miami County, and other counties throughout the Miami Valley.
Through various workshops, presentations, and interactive sessions, participants will gain valuable knowledge and resources to help them navigate health and wellness systems, make informed decisions, and advocate for their health needs. Through contemplation, cultivation, and care, we are excited to do the following: Equip women of color with the knowledge and tools to effectively navigate health and wellness systems. Foster collaboration among providers, community health workers, community leaders, and policymakers to address health disparities and promote health equity. Raise awareness of the unique challenges and systemic barriers faced by women of color in healthcare.

DAI presents Free Community Tour : Merry Grinchmas and (B)Art
2024-11-23 18:00 - 19:00 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
A tour experience exploring the art and fun of the Merry Grinchmas: Art of Dr. Seuss’ Holiday Classic & (B)ART! America’s Funniest Animated Family special exhibition. Cost: FREE for #MuseumMembers and with the purchase of general museum admission! Advanced tickrting and registration is not required, but encouraged! Location: Special Exhibition Ages: 6+ Two of America’s most beloved animated works come together for this Special Exhibition. In 1966, the animation of Chuck Jones brought to life Dr. Seuss’ beloved 1957 children’s book. The animated story became a true television classic, with generations watching annually the story of redemption about the despicable Grinch, the sweet Cindy Lou Who and the innocent dog Max. The exhibition will feature original cel art used in the cartoon’s production, along with concept drawings by Jones (famous for Looney Tunes) and Dr. Seuss. Laugh along with America’s funniest animated family! Homer, Marge, Lisa, Maggie and Bart appeared in living rooms all over America in 1989 in the longest-running animated television series, with more than 750 episodes to date. Now made with cost-effective digital animation, the first 13 seasons (1989–2002) were made by hand with ink-and-paint on clear acetate cels, which were placed under a camera and slowly pieced together, showing the often irreverent but lovable antics of so many other unforgettable characters. In the early seasons, elements now vital to the series were created, including the famous sofa and living room set used to open each episode, which will be replicated at the DAI. These two exhibitions, presented side-by-side, will be fun, colorful and truly memorable. Not to be missed! From the collection of Bill Heeter and Kristi Correa

Global Artisan Fair
2024-11-24 11:00 - 15:00 | 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
The Market has partnered with Welcome Dayton and other partner agencies in inviting special guest artisans who recently arrived in this country to share their cultures with the Market community. Join us for music, culture sharing and artisan wares to kick off the Holiday shopping season.

Fall Wedding & Event Expo
2024-11-24 11:00 - 15:00 | The Remedy, 123 Webster St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Engaged and looking for a one-stop shop for all of your wedding vendors? Trying to plan the perfect event (birthday party, bridal shower, baby shower, graduation party, rehearsal dinner, and more!) for that person you love? Look no further! The Remedy Studios and Event Center have partnered with Storybook Assistance to host a Fall Wedding & Event Expo just for you! Join us on Sunday, November 24th from 11am – 3pm. For just $15 a couple (additional guests are always welcome for an additional $5!) we will have a variety of vendors for you to meet while you sip on your favorite cocktail, and snack on some delicious food. Get a tour of our venue for any event, and gather some inspiration for your memorable day. There will be incredible special booking deals as well! Book your tickets online now by using the link provided! We can’t wait to see you there! $15 per couple / $5 each additional.

Crafty Meet Up
2024-11-24 13:00 - 16:00 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Crafty meet ups are back! Bring yourself, bring your project, bring a friend, or make some new ones. Come hang out for an afternoon of introverting public hosted by me, Savage Stitcher (Angie) and The Barrel House. I am so excited about this new location for our low-key hangs and also have hugs for anyone who needs one. Cheers!!!

Freya’s Felines Unplugged
2024-11-24 15:00 - 17:30 | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Come together with Freya’s Felines as we unplug from the hustle and share our music in the cozy loft at The Brightside. We’ll be performing acoustic renditions of our favorite tunes, along with the premiere of original songs from our upcoming Christmas EP. The evening will envelop you within the illusion of a forest, accompanied by the enchanting harmonies of the Felines, while enjoying charcuterie and tasty delights! HOW TO GO? Nov 24, 2024, Doors open at 3:00pm; Event 3:30pm – 5:30pm Presale tickets are $20. Seating is limited so presale tickets are highly encouraged! Get your pre-sale here: https://www.venuepilot.co/events/freya-s-felines-a8b549/orders/new Tickets will be $25 the day of event. Doors at 3:00pm / Music at 3:30pm All ages D

Clue Mystery Movie Party
2024-11-24 18:00 - 21:00 | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
It’s a mysterious night out with music, food, trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater’s famous interactive movie experience with the classic mystery Clue! Enjoy creative pizza from the Dayton Pizza Factory, a fancy salad, appetizer, and dessert by Baker Benji. Yum!
Themed Attire – Pick your favorite character!
HOW TO GO? Nov 24, 2024 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH Doors open at 5:45 – Food and live music is available from 6-7 pm – Movie starts at 7 pm. A short intermission for dessert and trivia will start at 8 pm – Movie ends around 9:15 pm.
Alcoholic drinks available for purchase!
Tickets $28 – available here: https://www.daytondinnertheater.com/events/clue-mystery-movie-party Table reservations only for parties of 6 or more, otherwise we have open seating. For table reservations or other questions, please email Daytondinnertheater@gmail.com

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
2024-11-26 19:30 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 120 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline,” an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond’s story was made to shine on Broadway – and head out on the road across America.
Like Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical before it, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.

Stock-up Wednesday at the Market
2024-11-27 11:00 - 15:00 | 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
The holidays are here! Stop by the 2nd Street Market to support your favorite small businesses. Whether you’re shopping for fresh produce or kitchen staples for a meal or looking for a one-of-a-kind gift from one of the Markets artisans, the Market is your one-stop destination for the holidays this year.
