Oscar Shorts 2026 Live Action
THE NEON , United StatesOverview All five Oscar nominees for "Best Live Action Short Film" will head to THE NEON starting Feb. 20. Here ...
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Midwinter Break
THE NEON , United StatesLongtime retired couple Stella and Gerry realize that their relationship has reached a crossroads while on holiday in Amsterdam. After ...
Ice Skating
RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, United StatesSheltered under the covered pavilion, the MetroParks Ice Rink sets the scene as a perfect winter wonderland in downtown Dayton. ...
Tai Chi & Qigong
2nd Street Market 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, USAOffered by Immortal Tree Qigong. Each hour-long Tai Chi & Qigong session will start with breathing exercises, warm up, and ...
80s + 90s Party Skate
RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, United StatesPart of MetroParks Ice Rink Theme Nights series 80s + 90s Party Skate 6:00pm - 10:00pm AGE: All ages | $10.00 | Financial Assistance Come ...
Coats for a Cure Donation Drive
The Barrel House 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, United StatesJoin us as we help Coats For A Cure gather cold weather clothing for folks that need it on Friday, ...
Silent Disco
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHDayton Silent Disco is hosting our annual Sweet Sixthien Party to celebrate KimL's birthday on Feb 27th at The Brightside ...
Polar Bear Express
Downtown DaytonBook a ride on the abominably decorated Pedal Wagon for a 2-hour pedaling adventure through the fest streets of Dayton ...
Gretchen Durst Jacobs: What the Body Carries
The Contemporary Dayton 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, United StatesGretchen Durst Jacobs: What the Body Carries February 4 – 28, 2026 Opening Reception: February 4, 6 – 8 pm Closing ...
Curators of Curiosities Workshop
Now and Zen DIY Studio 121 E. Third St., Dayton, OHBring your own treasured oddities and transform them into a one-of-a-kind terrarium in this art-forward workshop designed for adults. Guests ...
Closing Reception: Gretchen Durst Jacobs: What the Body Carries
The Contemporary Dayton 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, United StatesMember’s Spotlight Exhibition for Gretchen Durst Jacobs “My paintings begin with the body. I work at a scale that matches ...
Closing Reception: Gretchen Durst Jacobs
The Contemporary Dayton 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, United StatesA final chance to view The Contemporary Dayton's Member’s Spotlight Exhibition for Gretchen Durst Jacobs “My paintings begin with the ...
Q Theatre: Broadway Dance Party
PNC Arts Annex 46 N. Ludlow St., Dayton, OHFor one night, the stage becomes the dance floor. Q THEATRE: BROADWAY DANCE PARTY is created exclusively for high school students! An ...
Changes: A Symphonic Tribute to the Music of David Bowie
The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OHWhat better way to celebrate the genre-bending genius of David Bowie than with a full symphony and a killer rock ...
Disney Karaoke
The Barrel House 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, United StatesJoin us for a magical evening filled with tales as old as time. Disney Karaoke with our friends at Rainey ...
An Evening with Hyryder – Grateful Dead Tribute
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHImmerse yourself in the timeless magic of the Grateful Dead with Hyryder, a tribute band dedicated to capturing the spirit, ...
Black By Popular Demand
Victoria Theatre 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, United StatesThere are some Dayton Contemporary Dance Company dances that are requested time and again – audiences want, once more, to ...
Black by Popular Demand
Victoria Theatre 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, United StatesDayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC) presents BLACK BY POPULAR DEMAND – four powerhouse works that capture the heart of African American culture ...
Oregon Stories
THE NEON , United StatesOREGON STORIES is a documentary created by John Bognar and John Mays in 2007 chronicling the rollicking history of Dayton’s ...
Office Space Movie Party – Dayton Dinner Theater
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHGet cozy with an evening of of music, food, trivia, and Dayton Dinner Theater's famous interactive movie experience with a ...