Open Mic Night
2025-08-14 19:30 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | 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
2025-08-14 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!

Out on 5th
2025-08-15, 2025-08-16, 2025-08-17 | 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

Exhibit: Curtis Barnes, Sr., Dayton Icon
2025-08-15, 2025-08-16 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Curtis Barnes, Sr., Dayton Icon
July 12–September 14, 2025
A painter and educator, Curtis Barnes, Sr. was a longtime fixture of Dayton’s art scene. His bold, colorful, experimental paintings are a distinctive blend of naturalism and abstraction. They frequently include self-portraits and portraiture depicting the people in his life. His influence is still felt today among his students and in the African American Visual Arts Guild, which he co-founded with artist “Bing” Davis in 1992. He was recognized for his artistic contribution and presented with the “Paul Laurence Dunbar Humanitarian Award” in 1994 and the “Lifetime Achievement Award” from the Ohio Arts Council in 2008.
This exhibition comes on the 90th anniversary of his birth and is a celebration of Barnes’ life and art. A DAI exclusive, this collection of works was drawn from his family and friends.

We’re Doing It ALL Wrong® – 5th Annual Art Exhibition
2025-08-15, 2025-08-16 | Edward A. Dixon Gallery, 222 N. St. Clair St., Dayton, OH, 45402
This year’s exhibition features over 40 artworks from around the United States. See more at weredoingitallwrong.com. The exhibition was juried by Artist/Activist Devan Horton (Kentucky) and Gallery Owner Ed Dixon.

Art in the City Juried Art Show
2025-08-15 | Dayton Convention Center, 22 East 5th Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Starting on August 1, you can vote for your favorite piece of artwork submitted by local artists. These pieces will be displayed in the newly renovated Dayton Convention Center, as part of the AES Ohio Summer in the City – Art in the City event. Voting will be open until noon on Friday, Aug. 15 via Dayton.com.
Art in the City is a program of the Downtown Dayton Partnership, and the Juried Art Show is organized by the Dayton Society of Artists.

Harmonies Music Boxes
2025-08-15, 2025-08-16 | Downtown Dayton
The Downtown Dayton Partnership and Le Monde Studios are excited to present Harmonies, a multi-location public art installation on view for the entire month of August 2025. These larger-than-life, interactive art installations will celebrate Dayton’s creative spirit and stop people in their tracks. Four musical instruments, powered by green technology, come alive with local music and lights at the turn of a hand crank. See a banjo on Courthouse Square, a guitar at Levitt Pavilion, a harp at the Convention Center, and a treble clef in the Oregon District at the Seed of Life Plaza. This is more than a photo-op; it’s a moment of magic in the middle of an ordinary day. Presenting sponsor: PNC. Supporting sponsors: Bob Ross Auto Group and Grunder Landscaping Co.

Exhibit: Crosstown Connection
2025-08-15 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-16 12:00 - 17:00 | Dayton Society of Artists, 48 High Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Crosstown Connection
July 11th – August 23rd
The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) and the African American Visual Artists Guild (AAVAG) are thrilled to present Crosstown Connections: A Collaborative Exhibition. This group exhibition brings together two of Dayton’s vibrant art organizations in a celebration of shared creativity, artistic mediums, and the connections that unite us. Through this partnership, we honor our commonalities, reflect on past collaborations, and look forward to future opportunities to uplift and support artists in our community. Showcasing a collection of works from both organizations, this exhibition will be held at both galleries, celebrating the rich artistic talent within our community. Make sure to visit the other half of this exhibition at AAVAG! Their gallery is located inside the CSU Dayton Campus on the second floor at 840 Germantown St.
Opening Reception: Friday, July 11th 5 – 8 PM, Free and open to the public.
Closing Reception: Sunday, August 24th, 2 – 5 PM at AAVAG gallery

Come Together
2025-08-15 17:00 - 23:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
“Live from the rooftop of the Yellow Cab Tavern in Downtown Dayton, Ohio, it’s Come Together!” on Aug 15th and 16th at The Yellow Cab Tavern! Presented by WYSO 91.3 Public Radio. We’re incredibly excited to be bringing the 7th annual presentation of this Beatles rooftop tribute to Dayton, OH! Come Together is a Beatles tribute act playing music from all eras of The Beatles. It’s also a festival with a beer garden, food trucks, and more! **SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT** This year only, the band will perform the 1969 album ABBEY ROAD in its ENTIRETY!! TICKETS: General admission entry is $25 in advance and $30 at the door to this family friendly live music festival. You’ll have access to all of the food trucks, our beer garden and multiple bars, and restrooms. We do encourage you to bring a lawn chair or blanket. Kids under 10 are free.​WEEKEND PASS TICKETS: Join us for BOTH nights on Aug 15th and 16th for only $35 **NEW! SUPER VALUE 10-PACK: A 10 pack of Gen Adm Tickets is NOW Available for $200. Good for either night! V.I.P. TICKETS: V.I.P Tickets are $40 IN ADVANCE ONLY! Available for both 8/15 and 8/16, enjoy the best view of the stage, dedicated bar with shorter lines, and a provided dedicated seat. **V.I.P. tickets are limited** **EVEN NEWER!! V.I.P. CHAMPAGNE TABLETOP 4 PACK: Enjoy the show in extra comfort and style! Includes 4 V.I.P ticket plus your own designated table and complimentary bottle of champange! **V.I.P. 4 packs are VERY limited** MERCH: The 2025 Abbey Road Come Together Tour t-shirt will be available on site ENTRY AND COVER: Starts at 5:00pm on both nights with performance starting around 7:00pm. ADDRESS: The Yellow Cab Tavern 700 E. 4th St. Dayton, OH. 45402 **All tickets are will call check in. You’ll receive a purchase confirmation and then check in under the purchasers name **While refunds will not be offered, tickets will be transferred to a future Come Together ticketed event

Guided Downtown Dayton historic walking tours
2025-08-15 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
2025-08-15 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.”

Incendio
2025-08-15 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Incendio

August 15 @ 7:00 PM

Free Admission

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Series:

Brytus-Wilkinson Family Jazz Series

Genre:

Jazz/World Guitar

Incendio is a Latin-based world-fusion band known for their exemplary guitar playing, catchy melodies, and dynamic arrangements. With over two decades of extensive touring and eight best-selling albums, Incendio has captivated audiences worldwide. The band features Jim Stubblefield, Jean-Pierre Durand, and Liza Carbé, who blend acoustic and electric guitars with diverse influences, creating a unique and fiery sound. Their music has been featured on numerous television shows and channels, solidifying their reputation as a standout act in the world-fusion genre.

6888 Summer Marketplace
2025-08-16 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!

Fitness in the Park: Yoga with Speakeasy
2025-08-16 10:00 - 11:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Harness your strength, enhance your mobility, and create a deeper connection with yourself. Join Tori for a dynamic physical yoga practice that will guide you through a breath focused flow that is both empowering and meditative. New to yoga? Not to worry. This class has something for all levels, and a variety of variations are offered throughout so you can find the most benefit for your time on the mat, and in turn feel your best off of it, too! Classes are free, no registration required. Please bring a mat and water.

Chair Yoga
2025-08-16 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.

iHeart Paws 2025
2025-08-16 12:00 | Dayton Convention Center, 22 East 5th Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Thousands of pets in Dayton are looking for their forever homes and we’re here to help! iHeartMedia Dayton is hosting our 3rd annual “iHeartPaws”!
On Saturday, August 16th, iHeartMedia Dayton will be out at the Dayton Convention Center 12p-3p helping find these sweet animals a home. There will be a variety of pets available for adoption, vendors and giveaways on site. Invite your animal-loving friends and we hope to see you there!
Thank you to our sponsors Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, Doggie Styles Day Spa, Dyer Garofalo Mann & Schultz and A&B Flooring.
For the safety of your pets and the adoptable animals in attendance, NO outside pets are allowed into the event. Please leave your pets at home. Do NOT leave your pet in your car – nearby lots will be patrolled and unattended pets in cars will be reported. Service animals to assist those with ADA-qualified disabilities will be permitted. Emotional support and comfort animals DO NOT qualify. Service animals must be housebroken and kept under control.
All attendees must have a ticket, regardless of age.

Sand Art – Air Plant Workshop
2025-08-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Now and Zen DIY Studio, 121 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Unleash your creativity in our Sand Art – Air Plant Workshop! This fun and relaxing experience lets you design a vibrant layered sand creation inside a sleek glass vessel. You’ll then bring it to life with easy-care air plants and an array of embellishments. Perfect for beginners and plant lovers alike. No soil, no mess, and no green thumb needed. You’ll leave with a unique, low-maintenance piece of living art to brighten up your space for give as a thoughtful gift. Registration is Required. $42. https://www.shopnowandzen.com/open-workshop

Slow Looking Tour
2025-08-16 12:30 - 13:15 | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
SLOW LOOKING TOUR
Saturdays, 12:30 – 1:15 p / June 21 / July 19 / Aug 16
A guided experience reflecting on just a few selected artworks, focusing on deep engagement, mindfulness, and personal connection.

Dayton African American Cultural Festival
2025-08-16 13:00 - 20:00 | Island MetroPark, 101 Helena St., Dayton, OH, 45405
Dayton African American Cultural Festival
12:00pm – 8:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE
This family event brings the richness of the African American experience to Dayton through culture, education and music. See an African village and a pavilion of paintings. Enjoy live R&B, gospel and jazz performances. Visit the Kids Korner for a variety of activities, community talent show and giveaways. Merchandise and food vendors will be onsite. Don’t miss this citywide event where diverse people gather in celebration. Weather Dependent.

Great American Beer Tasting
2025-08-16 14:00 - 18:00 | Day Air Ballpark, 220 North Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH, 45402
Great American Beer Tasting, presented by Heidelberg Great Great American Beer Tasting, presented by Heidelberg Distributing, returns on Saturday, August 16, 2025.
Come on out for the best event of the summer and enjoy samples from over 100 different beers, ciders, and seltzers!
All tickets purchased after Friday, August 8 will be will call pick-up only. Your tickets can be picked up from the Dragons Box Office on the day of the event.
$45 Regular Admission ticket includes:
– 15, 4 oz. samples (provided the day of the event)– Pint glass (provided the day of the event)– 2025 T-shirt (while supplies last)– (2) Raffle tickets– Access to games and activities on the field
$15 Designated Driver ticket includes:
– 5, 4oz. non-alcoholic samples (provided the day of the event)– Pint glass (provided the day of the event)– (1) Raffle ticket– Access to games and activities on the field

Must be 21 or older to attend. No outside food or drink including pretzels or other food necklaces. No children, including babies in strollers. Designated driver ticket includes 5, non-alcoholic samples for those attending who do not wish to drink. Tickets may not be shared. All shirt sizes are in adult, gender-neutral sizing

Exhibition Tour
2025-08-16 15:00 - 16:00 | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
EXHIBITION TOURS
Saturdays, 3-4 p / June 21 / July 19 / Aug 16
Led by Heather Jones, Curator.

Porchfest Afterparty ft Eilen Jewell
2025-08-16 19:00 | Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Eilen Jewell w/ Basura Opening

August 16 @ 7:00 PM

Free Admission

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Series:

Tim Tye’s Midnight Sky Country/Bluegrass Series

Genre:

Folk/Americana

Eilen Jewell is hailed by American Songwriter as “one of America’s most intriguing, creative, and idiosyncratic voices.” An Idaho native, Jewell has built her career with relentless touring and captivating live shows. Her new album, Get Behind The Wheel, co-produced by Will Kimbrough, explores grief, loss, resilience, and redemption with a blend of vintage roots-noir and psychedelic arrangements. Jewell has shared bills with legends like Lucinda Williams and Emmylou Harris, earning praise from Rolling Stone and NPR for her clever writing and sweet, clear voice.
Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: Basura
Basura is a captivating performance art collective that fuses live music, experimental movement, and spoken word into a powerful and immersive experience. What started as Frank Calzada’s four-piece psychedelic rock band has evolved into a dynamic nine-piece collective, incorporating a horn section, poetry, and dance. Drawing inspiration from various art forms and creative mediums, Basura pushes the boundaries of traditional performance, inviting audiences to engage with thought-provoking themes and innovative artistic expression.

Summer Band Series
2025-08-16 19:00 - 22:00 | OH
We’re happy to announce our 2025 Summer Band Series! Starting May 17th & going until September 20th, join us every Saturday night 7-10pm (excluding holiday weekends) for live music in the Biergarten. We’ve got something for everyone – Blues, Rock, Pop, and more! Looking forward to a great summer with you all!

Vinyl Vinyl Sundays
2025-08-17 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Sunday – Vinyl Vinyl Sunday – bring your records, we’ll play ’em
