Dayton Jewish International Film Festival
2025-06-19 19:15 (America/New_York) | THE NEON, United States
The Dayton Jewish International Film Festival offers outstanding world cinema that promotes awareness, appreciation and pride to the diversity of the Jewish people and to the community at large. Our goal is to educate and entertain through evocative, narrative and documentary films that portray the Jewish experience from historic to current global perspectives. See website for schedule and films: https://jewishdayton.org/program/dayton-jewish-film-festival/

Open Mic Night
2025-06-19 19:30 - 22:30 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Open Mic Night – sign up online, then show up and show out.

Music Bingo Thursdays
2025-06-19 20:00 | The Trolley Stop, 530 E. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
We have music bingo every Thursday! It’s free to play, lots of fun, hosted by KG, and there are prizes galore. Come check it out!

Reni Gower and Kate Santucci Exhibit
2025-06-20, 2025-06-21 | Galleries at Sinclair College, 444 W. Third St., Bldg. 13, Dayton, OH, 45402
The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present “GEOmatrix: a Perfect Proof” by Reni Gower in the Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery and “Waxing On” by Kate Santucci in the Works on Paper Gallery. Gower’s “GEOmatrix: a Perfect Proof” recognizes geometric perfection as the matrix of humanity and the blueprint of the cosmos. Large hand-cut papercuts, stencil-masked pulp paintings, and machine cut vinyl decals are imbued with repetitive, geometric pattens. These tessellations, similar to decoration across many cultures, offer a calming, luminous, and contemplative respite from these unprecedented times. Working with colored beeswax and resin layered with pigments and oil paint, Santucci reveals and obscures symbols and images formed through drawing, mark making and hand-cut stencils. The multi-layered encaustic works exhibited in “Waxing On” explore themes such as communication, time, place, and the perception of the way things change, both in the short and long term. There will be a virtual artist talk via Zoom on Friday, May 23, 2025, at 12pm. Visit www.sinclair.edu/artgalleries for details. The exhibitions will be on display from May 19–June 23, 2025. Galleries are located on the fourth floor of building 13 (located at West Fifth and Perry Streets). The galleries are free and open to the public from 8am–6pm Monday–Friday and 9am–12pm Saturdays.

Exhibit: Enduring the Seige of Sarajevo – Snapshots of Survival
2025-06-20, 2025-06-21 | The International Peace Museum, 10 N. Ludlow St., Dayton, OH, 45402

Out on 5th
2025-06-20, 2025-06-21 | Oregon District, Fifth Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
What is Out on 5th?
Out on 5th is the street closure of Fifth Street in the Oregon District of downtown Dayton on weekends.
Closing down Fifth Street from Patterson Boulevard to Wayne Avenue every Friday night through Sunday evening allows
our business district to open up the street for guests to shop – dine – and relax in the open air.

Out on 5th gives restaurants and bars in the district room to expand patio seating into the streets.

Fifth Street is filled with public seating to allow guests room to spread out and enjoy the outdoors.

Retail shops can use extra sidewalk space in front of their business for sales. Looking to hold a retail pop-up? Apply here.

Local entertainment will be in the district every weekend to enhance the atmosphere. Looking to be an entertainer? Apply here.

When
Fridays 5 -10 p.m./ Saturdays noon – 10 p.m. / Sundays noon – 10 p.m.
Why
Shop, dine, and relax outdoors in the district
Where
In the Oregon District – Fifth Street from Patterson Boulevard to Wayne Avenue
Additional Information
Parking
Thousands of parking spaces on surface lots, parking garages, or metered side streets (free on weekends) surround the Oregon District.
During Out on 5th, please use the detour map at the bottom of this page to navigate around the street closures and into the parking lots.
Our Oregon District businesses kindly ask you to park in these lots, garages or public street spaces, and not in the residential neighborhood.

More info: https://www.theoregondistrict.org/outon5th

GREAT Miami Smallmouth Bass Fishing Challenge
2025-06-20, 2025-06-21 | Great Miami River
The 2025 GREAT Miami Riverway Smallmouth Bass Fishing Challenge June 13 – July 20, 2025 Hosted by the Great Miami Riverway, the 2025 GREAT Smallmouth Bass Fishing Challenge is a family-friendly, virtual fishing tournament. This is a catch and release tournament only. Anglers can fish anywhere on the Great Miami River. There is no better river for smallmouth bass fishing! Win prizes for your record catch. During the tournament, anglers will use the iAngler Tournament app to photograph their catch and record basic information while on the water. All Ohio fishing regulations apply. Unlimited number of fish entries. Thanks to a generous sponsorship from the International Game Fish Association, we are able to offer FREE IGFA Digital Memberships* ($20 value per membership) for all registrants! Exclusive “Members Only” online access to: IGFA World Record database, Exclusive How-To & Historical Videos, World Record Game Fishes archives The monthly International Angler digital publication Members Only discounts on tackle, trips, charters and more from IGFA partners PRIZES TO BE ANNOUNCED! Read the Rules and Regulations below. Awards event date, time and location will be announced prior to the end of the tournament.

Exhibit: Living Color
2025-06-20, 2025-06-21 | Edward A. Dixon Gallery, 222 N. St. Clair St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Artwork presented to you in Living Color from this group exhibition. Vibrant and colorful artworks fill the gallery from June 5th through July 11th. Make plans to attend the Opening Reception on 6/5 from 6pm-9pm at the gallery.

Upper Body Exercise Class
2025-06-20 12:00 - 13:00 | 2nd Street Market, 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402, USA
Part of Fitness Friday’s series
Upper Body Exercise class at the Market
12:00pm – 1:00pm
AGE: 18 and up | FREE

Looking for a low impact upper body exercise? Visit the Market today and meet with Jerry Shields representative of The Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio (RIO). Jerry will provide exercises on chairs that you can learn to incorporate into your lifestyle. This adult based class will be held every Friday through June.
The Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio (RIO) is holding fitness classes at the Market.

Exhibit: Peace Talks
2025-06-20 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-21 12:00 - 17:00 | Dayton Society of Artists, 48 High Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) proudly presents PEACE TALKS, our annual spring juried exhibition. This timely exhibition reflects on Dayton’s historic role in international diplomacy—the 1995 Dayton Peace Accords—and the ongoing complexities of global and personal peace. PEACE TALKS invites artists and viewers alike to explore the fragile, dynamic nature of peace: how it is achieved, maintained, challenged, and sometimes lost.

-On view May 2 – June 21
-Open Fridays & Saturdays | 12–5 PM

Guided Downtown Dayton historic walking tours
2025-06-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Dayton Arcade, 35 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Many of the places that helped make Dayton a center of innovation were lost to history, while others survived and adapted, representing the city’s spirit of revitalization. Some of the city’s distinctive and significant structures were demolished, while others, including the Dayton Arcade and Centre City Building, saw challenging times but now await redevelopment. Explore and learn about the diverse selection of retail, industrial, entertainment, and residential sites on this guided walking tour of Downtown Dayton.
Tours are available on Fridays beginning May 2 and run through October 2025. The cost is $10 per person and reservations are required to attend.
Our guided downtown walking tours will launch promptly at 5:30 p.m. from the Dayton Arcade entrance on Fourth Street. This 90-minute, 1.5-mile tour may be deemed strenuous by some, and patrons should be able to walk/navigate city sidewalks and streets. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle if needed. Tours will launch rain or shine, except in the event of thunder or lightning.

Friday Night Patio Parties
2025-06-20 17:30 - 19:30 | THE NEON, United States
THE NEON – Dayton’s independent, arthouse cinema – will soon be hosting “Friday Night Patio Parties” on their recently renovated patio. Beginning June 13 and running through August 15, each week’s party, hosted by “Celebrity Guest Hosts,” goes from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. and features music, à la carte drinks from THE NEON’s patio bar and food from a local food truck. These weekly patio parties are made possible by the generous sponsorship of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty.
Guest hosts for these parties include team members from Berkshire Hathaway, representatives from Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce and Generation Dayton, The RubiGirls, Discover Classical – Dayton Public Radio, Amelia Robinson & Anthony Shoemaker, representatives from various local theatre groups, and former Dayton Mayor Rhine McLin. DJs spinning music throughout the summer will include DJ Luke Tandy, man dies., J[REDACTED], and Mike7. And lastly, food will be available each week via local food trucks including Bourbon On The Street, Freakin’ Rican, Bald Head Tone’s, Showdog Hotdogs, and De’Lish. THE NEON’s social media pages and weekly newsletter are the best places to find up-to-date details about each week’s party.
In May, THE NEON announced the name of their expanded patio – “The Eichelberger Foundation Patio.” This expansion received a lead grant of $75,000 from Jack W. and Sally D. Eichelberger Foundation of the Dayton Foundation.
Improvements included:

The expansion of the ground level patio and the building of an upper-level terrace
An awning to provide shade (Tensile Structure Systems, Inc – Baltimore, Maryland)
A new sound system, security cameras and improved lighting
New patio furniture

These improvements will enhance the outdoor experience for THE NEON’s patio guests and have already created an attractive addition to a busy downtown intersection.
Jonathan McNeal, THE NEON’s General Manager, expressed his thanks for the grant. “Because of the generosity of Jack W. and Sally D. Eichelberger Foundation of The Dayton Foundation, THE NEON patio experience will only get better and allow us to expand our programming.” Besides the Friday parties in the summer, the patio hosts numerous events tied to special screenings and a welcoming place to enjoy a drink and popcorn before or after seeing a film.
This is the second grant made by the Foundation to THE NEON. The previous grant was $50,000 in 2021 to replace the cinema’s two projectors and sound system with new state-of-the-art laser projectors.

To learn about THE NEON, visit the website at: https: www.neonmovies.com
THE NEON can be found on InstaGram and Facebook at “neonmovies.”

The Right Girls Film Screening and Director Q&A
2025-06-20 18:30 - 21:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
The Right Girls Film Screening and Director Q&A (DML’s flagship PRIDE program), Friday, June 20, 6:30-9 pm, Main Library, Eichelberger Forum: Enjoy a special screening of The Right Girls (2020). PFLAG Dayton will provide pizza, and director Timothy Wolfer and writer Jonny Orlansky will virtually introduce the film and answer questions. (Adults)

Robbie Fulks w/ The Brockman Brothers opening
2025-06-20 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Robbie Fulks w/ The Brockman Brothers opening

June 20 @ 7:00 PM

Free Admission

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Series:

Tim Tye’s Midnight Sky Country/Bluegrass Series

Genre:

Bluegrass

Robbie Fulks, a founding father of the alt-country scene and an icon in roots music, released his first purely bluegrass album, Bluegrass Vacation, on April 7th via Compass Records. With a career spanning 30 years, 15 solo albums, and two Grammy® nominations, Fulks’s adventurous spirit and eclectic persona shine through in this remarkable album. Featuring collaborations with bluegrass stars like Sam Bush, Sierra Hull, and Jerry Douglas, Bluegrass Vacation showcases Fulks’s songwriting prowess and deep connection to traditional music. Join us at Levitt Pavilion Dayton for an unforgettable concert celebrating this milestone release.
Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: The Brockman Brothers
The Brockman Brothers, Owen and Will, are talented young musicians from Centerville, Ohio. Owen, a banjo prodigy, and Will, a skilled guitarist, have captivated audiences with their performances at local events, including Centerville’s Uptown Music Series. Their dynamic duo showcases a blend of traditional and contemporary styles, making them a beloved act in their community.

Caribbean Funk Night with Luv Locz Experiment
2025-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Summer Music series
Caribbean Funk Night with Luv Locz Experiment
7:00pm – 9:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE

Join us under the pavilion as the RiverScape Summer Music Series features Caribbean Funk Night with Luv Locz Experiment! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy this FREE live concert, while taking in a spectacular sunset over the Great Miami River. The RiverScape Cafe will be open selling food and drinks along with alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and cocktails, for those 21 and over. Luv Locz Experiment is considered a collective of leaders on the Caribbean Funk scene, more than just a bandâitâs a movement. Rooted in the ethos that âLove Locks Us Together,â the collective unites members from Dayton and its sister city Cincinnati to create an eclectic and soulful sound. Weather Dependent.
Come out and enjoy FREE music all summer at RiverScape, sponsored by the Jack W. & Sally D. Eichelberger Foundation and On Par Entertainment.

Dayton Dragons vs. Fort Wayne Tincaps
2025-06-20 19:05 | 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.

Lou Gehrig Day Game with the Dayton Dragons – ALS United Ohio
2025-06-20 19:05 | Day Air Ballpark, 220 North Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH, 45402
Come join friends, family, and ALS United Ohio for a fun night out at a Dragons game on Friday, June 20, 2025. $6 from every ticket will go back to ALS United Ohio. Game starts at 7:05pm, with gates opening at 6:00pm. Each ticket includes food, soft drinks and water, a t-shirt, and a hat for every guest. Food will be ready at 6:30pm, with drinks ready to go a soon as gates open.
For more information, or if you have any questions, please contact your Dragons representative below:
Eric Deutsch, eric.deutsch@daytondragons.com, 937-228-2287 x107

CoLab II
2025-06-20 19:30 | PNC Arts Annex, 46 N. Ludlow St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Dance Initiative proudly presents COLAB II — back by popular demand after the success of Making Moves: The CoLab in 2023! Now in its seventh season, DDI invites you to witness a dynamic celebration of creativity, collaboration, and community.
Please note, one piece in this performance contains a single use of strong language and references to sexual violence. While the material is handled with care, it may be distressing for some audience members.
COLAB II is a fusion of Dayton’s most vibrant multidisciplinary artists, coming together to ignite the stage with six brand-new, original dance works featuring live and original music, costume design, film, creative non-fiction, dramaturgy, and more, all crafted by the incredible talents living and working right here in our city.
This year’s powerhouse lineup of dancers, choreographers, and artists hails from iconic local institutions including Dayton Ballet, Dayton Contemporary Dance Company 2, Wright State University, Cincinnati Ballet Academy, University of Dayton, Sinclair Community College, Discover Classical, and the Dayton Daily News.
Fueled by the generous support of the Montgomery County Arts District (MCACD) Special Projects Grant administered by Culture Works, COLAB II is more than a performance — it’s a bold statement of artistic unity, innovation, and the boundless power of creative collaboration.
Join us and experience the magic — where dance meets every corner of Dayton’s artistic heartbeat.

6888 Summer Marketplace
2025-06-21 08:00 - 17:00 | 6888 Kitchen Incuabator, 32 S. Ludlow St., Dayton, OH, 45402
The 6888 Kitchen Summer Marketplace returns for 2025! Join us on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays (June through August) from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 32 S. Ludlow St. This event takes place rain or shine on the sidewalk outside of the 6888 Kitchen Incubator. Shop local, eat amazing food, and support local entrepreneurs We’ll see you out on Ludlow!

Ultimate Fan Fest Presented by Pepsi and Kroger
2025-06-21 09:00 - 12:30 | Day Air Ballpark, 220 North Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH, 45402
The Dragons Ultimate Fan Fest is a dream event for any Dragons or Reds fan.
Celebrating our 25th season we have brought together everything that makes the Dragons great. From activities with our Mascots and Green Team, to meet and greets with current and former players, to endless hours of fun with activities and inflatables, this event has something for everyone.
Everyone who attends this event will receive a pack of collector’s cards featuring the 12 Dragons Greats, plus our fan favorite mascots.
$7 for Kids, $12 for Adults

Fitness in the Park: Sculpt with Speakeasy
2025-06-21 10:00 - 11:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Sculpt is a low-impact, high-intensity full body workout that combines elements of barre, pilates, and various body weight exercises. Each class with M’Le is set to an upbeat playlist and led by the rhythm to keep you inspired every step of the way. Whether you’re a seasoned fitness fanatic or just getting started, all levels are welcome and will enjoy a well-rounded fitness experience!
Classes are free, no registration required. Please bring a mat and water.

Family Summer Film Series
2025-06-21 11:00 | THE NEON, United States
Dayton Metro Library has partnered with The Neon and ThinkTV PBS to host a free Family Summer Film Series on Saturday mornings at The Neon. Each screening will include a read-along video, a PBS Kids program, and an activity on The Neon’s patio.

Here’s the schedule:

June 14: Be My Neighbor: A Daniel Tiger Friendship Celebration, followed by a hands-on activity (Ages 2-4)
June 21: Carl the Collector, followed by creating collection jars (Ages 4-8)
June 28: Puppy Love: Tales of Tails, followed by visiting pups from Adopt-A-Pit (Families)
July 5: Dinosaur Adventures followed by digging for fossils and making dinosaur footprints (Ages 3-5)
July 12: Work it Out Wombats: Solving Problems Together, followed by making a whirligig (Ages 3-6)
July 19: The Wild Kratts: Wild Cats & Planet Heroes, followed by a visit from Five Rivers MetroParks and some of their special friends (Ages 6-8)

Doors to The Neon will open at 10:30 am each Saturday, with showtimes at 11 am. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Family Summer Film Series is sponsored by Dyer, Garofalo, Mann & Schultz and FLOC (For Love of Children).

The Neon is located at 130 E. 5th Street. Free ground-level parking is available across the street. For more information, visit neonmovies.com or DaytonMetroLibrary.org, or contact the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

Chair Yoga
2025-06-21 11:00 - 12:00 | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
CHAIR YOGA
Saturdays / 11 a-12 p / June 21 / July 19 / Aug 16
No experience necessary, bring your own mat. Led by Cynthia Brooks, Day Yoga Studio.

Summer Tea Fundraiser
2025-06-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Rabbit Hole Books, 27 W. First St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Join us for a little party on the first day of Summer to celebrate the season and help us raise some money towards finding a new location for Rabbit Hole Books’ parent organization, Dayton Book Fair.
Enjoy free tea and a blind date with a book! $10 tea cups will be available as well as free will donations.
