Downtown Dayton Partnership

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2024-07-25 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-07-26 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-01 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-02 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | 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
4:00pm – 8:00pm
AGE: 14 and up | $12.00
Paddle under the fountains with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions all summer long at RiverScape MetroPark! Regular walk-up rental hours will take place Tuesdays from 2-6pm and Thursdays from 4-8pm, June-October. Launch from under the Riverside Bridge along the Great Miami Recreational Trail. The cost to participate is $12 per person per hour. Taiter’s Kayak Solutions staff will provide visitors with brief instructions prior to entering the water, which will include a safety tutorial, and help visitors get into their vessels. All visitors will be required to wear a properly fitted life jacket. Swimming is prohibited in the Great Miami River, but visitors should come prepared to get wet. Those renting will not be permitted to go through the RiverScape River Run whitewater feature. No lifeguards are on duty, and paddling is at all visitors’ own risk. All visitors must sign a waiver to participate. Visit Facebook.com/TaitersKayakSolutions for more information. Weather Dependent.

Summer Film Series: Thelma & Louise
2024-07-25 18:00 - 20:00 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Embark on a powerful journey of friendship and liberation with the iconic duo, Thelma and Louise. This trailblazing film redefined the road movie genre and continues to resonate with its compelling narrative and unforgettable performances. Follow Thelma and Louise as they embark on an adventure that challenges societal norms and celebrates the strength of women. Rock your best ‘90s denim, bandanas, sunglasses, and boots. Let’s celebrate the spirit of adventure and freedom together!
Motion Picture Rating (MPA): Rated R for strong language, and for some violence and sensuality (Ages 17+, under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)
Bonus: Dress for the occasion! (Wear your best ’90s denim, bandanas, sunglasses, boots etc.)
Date: Thursday, July 25 at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 28 at 1:30 p.m. (Sunday’s showtime features an Organ Pipe Skinner concert at 1:30 PM followed by the film presentation at 2:00 PM)
Free for #MuseumMembers ; included in cost of general admission
https://cli.re/72928-summer-film-series-thelma–louise

Color Me Calm
2024-07-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Color Me Calm, Thursday, July 25, 6:30-8 pm, Main Library, Conference Room 1A: Coloring pages, bookmarks, and other paper crafts will be available for coloring. Adults

Wine & Dine: An Evening with Far Niente and Nickel & Nickel
2024-07-25 19:00 | The Foundry, 124 Madison St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us as we welcome two esteemed producers, Bruce Mooers and Drew Baloun, for a five-course, intimate wine dinner in The Armstrong Room. With dishes expertly crafted by Chef Jason Findley and wine pairings by our in-house Sommelier Cristian Martinez, we’ll raise a glass to brilliantly produced California wine and midwestern cuisine. Select bottles will be available for purchase at a special price for attendees only. Book now at thefoundryrooftop.com/store/event/wine-dinner

United Irish of Dayton Celtic Festival
2024-07-26 17:30 - 23:00, 2024-07-27 11:30 - 23:00, 2024-07-28 09:00 - 18:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Saturate your senses in the sights, sounds, and tastes of our Celtic heritage. Discover the magic that keeps people returning to Dayton’s Celtic Festival year after year. Come and experience the rich traditions that we Celtic folk hold dear to our hearts.
Festival Hours:
Friday, July 26, 5.30 p.m -11 p.m
Saturday, July 27, 11.30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday, July 28, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Admission is FREE

The festival offers plenty of food, beer, workshops, Celtic breakfast, Gaelic Mass, a 5K and 10K, parade of kilts, music, culture, a children’s area, and three stages of continuous live entertainment. Rain or shine – lots of covered seating. Free admission. For more info, visit daytoncelticfestival.com

Dayton Silent Disco in Space
2024-07-26 20:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
With all the news of aliens, rocket ships, and needing to get off this planet in general, Dayton’s Silent Disco is celebrating this month with a space themed silent disco on July 26th at The Yellow Cab Tavern!
Tickets available at daytonsilentdisco.com
Bust out those Nasa shirts, space suits, and alien antenna, because we’re about to blast off under the big tent! We’ll be celebrating with tons of surprises and of course a full evening of getting down to all of your favorite Red, Green, and Blue station dance party action! Kim L will be on the green station with EDM, Sexbox on the blue station with 70s, 80s, and 90s, and John Chapel on the Red station with modern Hip Hop, you will not want to miss this classic Dayton event!
Cover starts at 8:00pm with music starting at 8:30pm on July 26th!
Tickets are $15 presale and $20 at the doors.
We’re offering “Group Tickets” – Save 20% when you bring a group of 10! (Pre-sale only)
*Discounted presale tickets end at Midnight on July 25th.
Yellow Cab’s resident truck, The Pizza Bandit, will be set up and serving through 11pm.
This show is 21+

Pet Meet and Greet with Paw Patrol
2024-07-27 12:00 - 14:00 | Wild Whiskers, 33 S. St. Clair St., Ste. 2, Dayton, OH, 45410, United States
Join Paw Patrol Dayton at Wild Whiskers for a meet and greet event! Meet adoptable dogs and cats ready to find their forever families.
Shop Christmas in July sales throughout Wild Whiskers while you’re there to find treats, food, toys, and more for your new pet!

Experience the Exhibition: Hopper Home Building
2024-07-27 13:00 - 16:00 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Cost: $35 Members, $45 non-members
July 27, 2024, 1:00-4:00
Build the home of your dreams with this innovative and whimsical approach to American architecture! Learn the multitude of sculptural approaches to constructing with cardboard while adding texture, color, and your own personal style with watercolors and watercolor paper. This is your window of opportunity to raise the roof with friends and open new doors to creative ideas! All levels of sculpture and painting experience welcome.

Sunnies & Crates
2024-07-27 14:00 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Sunglasses, vinyl records, and beer – what else do you need on a Saturday afternoon? Join us as we host our buddy Nate who’s got a curated selection of sunglasses to browse and a fat stack of vinyl to dig. He’ll be set up outside the bar (weather permitting) on Saturday, July 27th at 2pm. Grab a DORA pint and dig his wares!

Dayton Burger Fest
2024-07-27 17:00 - 21:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
DAYTON BURGER FEST 2024Presented by Geico
We’re celebrating the 11 years of The Yellow Cab Food Truck Rallies with specialty food fests all year long!
Join us for a ton of incredible burgers, from traditional to modern, from some amazing food trucks at The Yellow Cab Tavern on July 27th from 5 to 9pm!
Entry is always FREE to our family friendly food festivals at The Yellow Cab Tavern!
With tons of vendors serving burgers 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 BanditKung Fu BBQI Heart Ice CreamHome Cooked VibesCruisin CuisineClaybourne GrillFredas Food TruckLet’s Eat Food TruckRennys HennysDe’lish CafeBarking BurgerCate’s SteakhouseBL BBQ & Karaoke DJ Food TruckJars by JasDiamond Daiquiri’s

*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!

Jazz Night with George Balog
2024-07-27 19:00 - 23:00 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us for an evening of highly curated jazz tunes curated by the master himself, George Balog! George will be spinning an all-vinyl set from 7-11pm! No cover charge, air-trumpets are welcome.

Moss Art Workshop
2024-07-28 16:30 | Now and Zen DIY Studio, 121 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Moss Art Workshop

$35.00 – $65.00
Join us and design a beautiful piece of art using preserved moss and other natural elements to display on your wall!
» Design tips and instructions
» All supplies, embellishments, stones, moss, etc., necessary to complete project
» DORA alcohol accepted
Note: Appropriate for ages 16 to adult
Registration is non-refundable

The Unbreakable Marriage Red Carpet Movie Premiere
2024-07-28 17:30 - 19:30 | THE NEON, United States
Tisha Griffith and Bertha Davis are bringing 3 new films to THE NEON. “Join us for an unforgettable celebration of the magic of cinema at the premieres of BOY MEETS GIRL – a thought-provoking short film of two people from different worlds and THE UNBREAKABLE MARRIAGE – an inspiring full-length feature from the award winning writer Tisha Griffith, followed by her documentary short, THE JOURNEY TO FOREVER. Come experience the glamour of the red carpet as we kick off the festivities with light bites, drinks, and exclusive swag. Then, settle in for an evening of cinematic excellence as we showcase three films that are sure to captivate with their compelling narratives and powerhouse performances. Tickets go on sale June 8: $25 each, $30 day of show.”
Throne of Grace Productions Playwright and Filmmaker, a talented native of Dayton, Ohio, Tisha Griffith is set to captivate audiences with her debut feature film, “The Unbreakable Marriage.” As the writer, director and producer of this highly anticipated project, she brings a unique perspective and creative vision to the screen. The event will also showcase new, up and award winning Playwright and Filmmaker, Cincinnati native, Bertha Davis, founder of 3 Babies Production as she presents her short film “Boy Meets Girl”, which she wrote directed and produced. Join us as we celebrate the artistry and storytelling prowess of these rising stars in the world of cinema.

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2024-07-30 14:00 - 18:00 | 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
2:00pm – 6:00pm
AGE: 14 and up | $12.00
Paddle under the fountains with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions all summer long at RiverScape MetroPark! Regular walk-up rental hours will take place Tuesdays from 2-6pm and Thursdays from 4-8pm, June-October. Launch from under the Riverside Bridge along the Great Miami Recreational Trail. The cost to participate is $12 per person per hour. Taiter’s Kayak Solutions staff will provide visitors with brief instructions prior to entering the water, which will include a safety tutorial, and help visitors get into their vessels. All visitors will be required to wear a properly fitted life jacket. Swimming is prohibited in the Great Miami River, but visitors should come prepared to get wet. Those renting will not be permitted to go through the RiverScape River Run whitewater feature. No lifeguards are on duty, and paddling is at all visitors’ own risk. All visitors must sign a waiver to participate. Visit Facebook.com/TaitersKayakSolutions for more information. Weather Dependent.

Float Shows at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2024-07-30 18:30 - 20:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Float Shows at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
6:30pm – 8:00pm
AGE: All ages | $30.00, $150.00
Taiter’s Kayak Solutions is taking over the riverfront in Downtown Dayton to host Float Shows this season! Their giant paddleboards make the perfect floating stage, and they invite you to join their paddle party. They will have some of the region’s finest and most adventurous musicians taking the stage. Enjoy live music from your vessel, paddle under the fountains and make friends! The cost to participate is $30 for a standard kayak rental, or $150 for a giant paddleboard rental (for up to 5 people, but you must reserve and pay in advance). 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. Those renting will not be permitted to go through the RiverScape River Run whitewater feature. No lifeguards are on duty, and paddling is at all visitors’ own risk. All visitors must sign a waiver to participate. Visit Facebook.com/TaitersKayakSolutions for more information. Weather Dependent.

Live Music from Marianne Kesler
2024-07-30 19:00 - 21:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of Tuesday Nights in the Park series
Live Music from Marianne Kesler
7:00pm – 9:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
Join us at RiverScape on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from June-October for live music, food, drinks and fun! Come support local musicians, try some delicious food from the Cafe, and challenge your friends to some giant lawn games. As part of the Downtown Dayton DORA, the RiverScape Cafe will also be offering a variety of cocktails, wine, beer and more for those 21 and over. Marianne Kesler, local musician, performs amazing acoustic covers ranging from pop, rock and more. You can catch Marianne on June 25th and July 30th at RiverScape from 7 to 9 PM. Admission is free! Weather Dependent.

Nature Adventures Family Program
2024-07-31 14:30 - 15:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30 pm, Main Library, Children’s Creativity Space: Participate in arts and crafts, activities, and experiments that focus on the diversity of the natural world. Every session has a different theme.

June 5: Camping
June 12: Gardening with The Ohio State University Extension Office
June 26: Get up close with encounters of Brukner Nature Center animals.
July 10: Nature scavenger hunt
July 17: Meet local author Christina Dendy who will share her book The Wall and the Wild and lead a garden themed art project.
July 31: Summer weather

Nature Adventures Family Program
2024-07-31 14:30 - 15:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Families will participate in art and craft projects, activities, and experiments centered around the theme of “Summer Weather.”
• Wednesday, July 31, 2:30-3:30 pm, Main Library, Children’s Creativity Space

Summer Writing Challenge
2024-08-01 14:30 - 15:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Summer Writing Challenge, Thursday, July 18, and August 1, 2:30-3:30 pm, Main Library, Children’s Creativity Space:
Kids can explore storytelling and creative expression to write their own stories, with inspiration from the Summer Challenge. Work with fun prompts and new ways to spark imagination. For Tweens, grades 5-6

Athletics and Activisms – The Journey of a 1968 Olympic Medalist
2024-08-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Just in time for the 2024 Summer Olympics, Dayton Metro Library will host Athletics and Activisms – The Journey of a 1968 Olympic Medalist (with John Carlos) as part of its Social Justice Speaker Series. Athletics and Activisms will be held on Thursday, August 1, in the Main Library’s Eichelberger Forum, from 6-7:30 pm.

During the 1968 Olympic Trials, John Carols beat Tommie Smith’s world record in the 200-meter final by .03 seconds. However, due to Carlos’s spike formation on his shoes, the record was never ratified. Carlos would still go on to win a bronze medal in the Mexico City Olympic games. During the ceremony, Carlos stood beside Smith, a black-gloved fist raised in the air and shoes removed, proclaiming his support for racial equality during the Civil Rights Movement.

Join John Carlos as he reflects on how standing up for equal rights has shaped him as an athlete and an activist. Adults and teens are welcome. This free event is sponsored by Friends of the Dayton Metro Library. Seating is first come, first serve, but additional seating will be available in an overflow room set up with live streaming.

For more information, and to register if required, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org/SocialJustice or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band (J2B2)
2024-08-01 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
J2B2 is an all-star bluegrass supergroup featuring four legendary, award-winning musicians – John Jorgenson on acoustic guitar, mandolin and vocals; Herb Pedersen on banjo, acoustic guitar and vocals; Mark Fain on bass; and Patrick Sauber on acoustic guitar and vocals – delivering bluegrass like no one has ever heard it before. The band’s undeniable live shows have received stellar reviews and have the bluegrass world buzzing. The four combine forces to form a spot-on union of impeccable musicianship, incomparable songwriting, incredible harmony vocals (a fresh twist combining bluegrass with elements of West Coast folk rock) and seasoned showmanship. This is the “high lonesome sound” of American roots music at its finest.
Jorgenson and Pedersen are founders (with Chris Hillman) of the formative country rock group Desert Rose Band. After working as a freelance musician in Southern California, Jorgenson met Hillman and soon formed the Desert Rose Band. In 1990, Jorgenson went on to found the Hellecasters and toured with Elton John’s band for six years. Artists ranging from Barbra Streisand to Bonnie Raitt to Earl Scruggs have sought out Jorgenson’s guitar work. Jorgenson portrayed Django Reinhardt in the Hollywood feature film Head in the Clouds. In 2008, Jorgenson won a Grammy for Best Country Instrumental with Brad Paisley and was nominated for Best Bluegrass Album with Earl Scruggs.
Herb Pedersen was a member of legendary bluegrass band The Dillards as well as bluegrass super-group Old and In the Way. A sought-after singer and musician, he has worked with such music legends as Chris Hillman, Earl Scruggs, Gram Parsons, Emmylou Harris, Tony Rice, Dan Fogelberg, Stephen Stills, Linda Ronstadt, Kris Kristofferson, John Prine, Jackson Browne and John Denver.
Mark Fain toured and recorded as bass player for Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder for 13 years. He’s toured and recorded with the Dixie Chicks, Alan Jackson, Travis Tritt, Dwight Yoakam, Allison Krauss and Dolly Parton, as well as producing many artists in jazz, country, bluegrass and gospel genres.
Patrick Sauber is a multi-instrumentalist who has quickly made a name for himself in the world of bluegrass and old time music. Equally adept on guitar, mandolin and banjo, Sauber has toured with Peter Rowan and Laurie Lewis and appeared on screen in “The Mighty Wind.”
J2B2’s debut album, From The Crow’s Nest, was recorded in Sheryl Crow’s home barn studio in Nashville, Tennessee. The album was recently released as part of a John Jorgenson limited edition, 3-CD box set called DIVERTUOSO (Cleopatra Records), which has received vast critical acclaim. DIVERTUOSO includes three new distinct albums by Jorgenson: J2B2 – From The Crow’s Nest; John Jorgenson Quintet – Returning (gypsy jazz); and John Jorgenson – Gifts From The Flood(instrumental electric guitar).
In addition to recording their first album as a group, J2B2 has played several major tour dates over the course of the past two and a half years, including tours of Norway and the UK, performances at the annual RockyGrass Festival in Lyons, Colorado; the Joe Val Festival in Framingham, Massachusetts; and headlining the Guitar Town Festival in Copper Mountain, Colorado, three years in a row. J2B2 made its Grand Ole Opry debut in October 2013 and has returned several times to the Opry since. J2B2 has created quite a buzz, and The International Bluegrass Music Association is among the many giving the newly formed band’s live performance high marks. In a review, the IBMA noted, “There was warmth, and storytelling, and lots of laughter as this fresh band of legends made their debut…but with their expertise combined, you would think they had been playing in this configuration for years.”
Yes! Weekly in Greensboro, NC has noted of J2B2: “Expect fireworks and amazing playing from some of the best string players in the world.”

Six Foot Blonde “And Then Some!” Tour
2024-08-01 19:30 | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
We are excited to bring back Six Foot Blonde for their “And Then Some” national tour with exceptional local guests crabswithoutlegs & Eastwood. This will be an extraordinary evening of live music featuring three amazing up-and-coming bands! If you love these bands, local record store Skeleton Dust Records will be on-site selling vinyl too. $10 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL (limited qty available). General admission $15 advance here: https://www.venuepilot.co/events/101382/orders/new $20 at the door. All ages welcome.

Exhibit: Part of a Whole: 2/2
2024-08-02 | Dayton Society of Artists, 48 High Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of a whole: 2/2
Dsa’s annual members show
The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) is thrilled to present PART OF A WHOLE: 2/2, the second segment of our annual members’ exhibition. This unique two-part event showcases the diverse and vibrant talents of our member artists, encompassing a wide range of mediums, techniques, and styles.
We are honored to have Marsha Pippenger, past president of the DSA, as our juror for this exhibition and this year, DSA has divided the annual members’ exhibition into two parts to ensure all members have the opportunity to present their best work.
PART OF A WHOLE: 2/2 runs from Friday, August 2nd to Saturday, August 24th. Our gallery is open to the public on Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with additional viewing times available by appointment (email info@daytondsa.org to schedule).

Art in the City Juried Art Show
2024-08-02 | Downtown Dayton
August 2-16- Art in the City Juried Art Show
Multiple locations throughout downtown Dayton; call for individual businesses’ hours
YOU decide the best artist in the Art in the City juried show! This juried art show, organized by the Dayton Society of Artists, features pop-up galleries by local artists placed in downtown businesses. Visit participating businesses to see works by local artists, then go to DowntownDayton.org or Dayton.com to vote for your favorite artwork. The winning artist will be announced after voting ends and will receive a cash prize. Voting opens at 5 p.m. on August 2, and ends at noon on August 16. Find a map of all the Juried Art Show locations here. For more information, visit Dayton.com or DowntownDayton.org.

First Friday at Front Street
2024-08-02 17:00 - 21:00 | Front Street Galleries, 1001 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Enjoy an evening of live music, food trucks, studio and gallery hopping, shopping, and more! It is always free to attend and park at our art hops. We are a family and pet-friendly community. With artwork and handmade goods from more than 250 artists, you’re going to want to get here early!
