Downtown Dayton Partnership

Karaoke
2025-08-28 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Detroit) | OH
Join us for Karaoke Thursdays at The Dayton Beer Company, hosted by Limelight Entertainment from 6:30 p.m.-9:30p.m. Cheers!

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2025-08-29 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Kayak Rentals series
Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
6:00pm – 9:00pm
AGE: 10 and up | $15.00

Paddle under the fountains with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions all summer long at RiverScape MetroPark! Kayakers launch from under the Riverside Bridge along the Great Miami Recreational Trail, and the cost to participate is $15 per person per hour. Taiter’s Kayak Solutions staff will provide participants with brief instructions prior to entering the water – including a safety tutorial – and will help participants get into their vessels. All participants will be required to wear a properly fitted life jacket. Swimming is prohibited in the Great Miami River, but participants should come prepared to get wet. Participants will also not be permitted to go through the RiverScape River Run whitewater feature. No lifeguards are on duty, and paddling is at all participants’ own risk. All participants will be required to sign a waiver before entering their vessel, and all minors must have a parent/guardian present. Regular walk-up rental hours take place Tuesdays from 2-6PM and Thursdays from 4-8PM, June-October. Visit Facebook.com/TaitersKayak or TaitersKayak.com for more information. Weather Dependent.
Get out and paddle on the Great Miami River with Taiters Kayak at RiverScape MetroPark!

70s+80s Rock Night with Cassette Junkies
2025-08-29 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Summer Music series
70s+80s Rock Night with Cassette Junkies
7:00pm – 9:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE

Join us under the pavilion as the RiverScape Summer Music Series features 70s+80s Rock Night with Cassette Junkies! 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. It’s time to bring your favorite mixed tapes to the stage with Cassette Junkies! This vocally diverse band will be here live to play the best songs of the cassette era – and you won’t even need to lift your boombox. Get ready to rock RiverScape this year, as Cassette Junkies rewind it back and press play on some classic arena rock and fun, danceable hit covers of the late 70s and 80s. 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.

Rong Bros Brunch Bash
2025-08-30 11:00 (America/New_York) | PNC Arts Annex, 46 N. Ludlow St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Join The Rong Brothers starting at 11 a.m. for a community-focused event, kicking off with an interactive photo booth experience courtesy of Fea Fotos, set design by Calista Dillon, and light show experiences by SOS Lightshow, Holland Scarth, and Jared Chambers. Also featuring brunch stylings from Calzada’s Kitchen. The morning’s entertainment will transition into the theatre for a showcase of local musical talent, featuring Nightbeast, Kellen Williams, and The Rong Brothers. Enjoy a sampling of some of Dayton’s finest artists featuring live visuals and music.
This event warmly welcomes Dayton natives, newcomers, and anyone eager to delve into and collaborate with Dayton’s vibrant creative community.
Light refreshments will be provided, and additional food options will be available for purchase.
Event Schedule
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Brunch, Fea Fotos Foto Booth, live audio-visual art installations, cash bar
1 p.m. Theatre performances begin
3 p.m.-4 p.m. Networking and mingling

Reggae Fest ft. Etana
2025-08-30 17:30 (America/New_York) | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Reggae Fest ft. Etana

August 30 @ 5:30 PM

Free Admission

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Series:

Amplified Series sponsored by City of Dayton

Genre:

Reggae

Join us this year as we celebrate the Reggae Fest, part of the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton.
Reggae Amplified Lineup:

Luv Locz Experiment
Roots Society
Etana

Luv Locz Experiment: Luv Locz Experiment is a Caribbean Funk band from Dayton, Ohio, founded in 2016. More than just a band, they are a movement rooted in the ethos “Love Locks Us Together.” The collective unites members from Dayton and Cincinnati to create an eclectic and soulful sound, blending reggae, funk, hip-hop, and jazz. Their genre-defying style honors the spiritual essence of reggae while embracing the groovy rhythms of funk, captivating audiences worldwide.

Roots Society: Roots Society is a vibrant reggae band based in Columbus, Ohio, known for their energetic performances and commitment to spreading messages of unity and positivity through music. With a belief that reggae bridges all gaps, they have become a staple in the local music scene, performing at various community festivals such as COMFEST and the Hot Times Festival. Their music not only entertains but also inspires, making them a beloved group in the Columbus area.
Etana: Etana is a renowned Jamaican reggae singer celebrated for her soulful voice and empowering lyrics. She emerged on the music scene with her debut album, The Strong One, in 2008, which showcased her unique blend of reggae, dancehall, and acoustic folk. Etana’s music often reflects her Rastafarian beliefs and commitment to social justice, earning her multiple Grammy nominations. Her powerful performances and heartfelt songs have made her a beloved figure in the reggae community worldwide.

Crafty Meetup
2025-08-31 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
It’s my favorite day of the month! 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. Cheers!!!

Trivia Tuesday
2025-09-02 19:00 (America/Detroit) | OH
Trivia Tuesdays are fun for everyone at The Dayton Beer Company! Get $3.50 DBC Pints every Tuesday with trivia starting at 7:00 p.m. Cheers!
