Downtown Dayton Partnership

Malortigras
2025-03-01 15:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us for our first annual Malörtigras celebration on Saturday, March 1st starting at 3pm! King cake, jambalaya, New Orleans jazz, and of course – Malört. Special Malört cocktails, lots of Malört swag (thank you, CH Distillery!) and a “Malört face” photo wall.

Day of Literacy
2025-03-01 15:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The International Peace Museum, 10 N. Ludlow St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Join us on March 1st at the International Peace Museum for a day dedicated to the power of words, literacy, and activism! The event kicks off at 3 PM with a screening of Sentenced, followed by an insightful talk at 6 PM with Rivera Sun, a renowned non-violence and climate activist and 2019 nominee for the Dayton Literary Peace Prize. Food and drinks will be available, and donations are highly appreciated to support the museum’s ongoing mission. Don’t miss this engaging and important day! An eye-opening documentary about the impact of illiteracy, Sentenced highlights the struggles of those who never learn to read. Doors open at 2:30 PM.
Film Summary:
Ethnically diverse adults and children share personal stories about illiteracy’s impact on their lives. The film explores how learning to read can break cycles of generational poverty.
An immersive and vulnerable exploration of the epidemic of childhood illiteracy, Sentenced presents a series of braided, character-driven stories. Filmed from the point of view of ethnically diverse adults and children who have never learned to read, the documentary is a forceful yet tender tale of how literacy can free children from the cycles of generational poverty.

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We are thrilled to welcome Rivera Sun to the Dayton International Peace Museum on March 1st at 6 PM!
Rivera, a passionate advocate for non-violence and climate action, will be sharing her inspiring journey as a writer and activist. She will discuss how non-violent problem resolution is woven into her literature, offering a unique perspective on activism and storytelling. Books will be available for purchase, giving attendees the opportunity to engage further with Rivera’s impactful work. Join us for an enlightening and empowering talk that blends activism with the power of words.

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Power & Presence
2025-03-01 19:30 (America/New_York) | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Four women embody the contemporary arts scene and reveal their power to launch Women’s History Month. POWER & PRESENCE, a concert of new voices, is graced with world premieres by DCDC’s Qarrianne Blayr and Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble’s Winifred Harris. Countess V. Winfrey’s gorgeous, evergreen “huMAN/NAture” receives a much-deserved revival. And Kia Smith, DCDC and one of Dance Magazine’s “25 to Watch,” brings her heralded company, South Chicago Dance Theatre, to the Victoria stage as a guest company.

Power & Presence
2025-03-01 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Detroit) | Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Four women embody the contemporary arts scene and reveal their power to launch Women’s History Month. POWER & PRESENCE, a concert of new voices, is graced with world premieres by DCDC’s Qarrianne Blayr and Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble’s Winifred Harris. Countess V. Winfrey’s gorgeous, evergreen “huMAN/NAture” receives a much-deserved revival. And Kia Smith, DCDC and one of Dance Magazine’s “25 to Watch,” brings her heralded company, South Chicago Dance Theatre, to the Victoria stage as a guest company. Dayton Live is the official ticket seller for DCDC’s performances at the Victoria Theatre. Secure your seats online at Daytonlive.org, in person at the Schuster Center Box Office, or by phone at 937-228-3630. Groups of 10 or more can email GROUPS@DCDC.ORG to receive 15% off regular-priced tickets in Levels A—E. College and University Discount: Faculty, staff, and students can use code EDU10 to receive 10% off regular-price tickets when ordered online or mentioned at the box office. (This discount does not apply to the $8 seats.) DCDC is proud to offer “$8 Dreamcatcher Seats” for this performance thanks to our sponsor Morris Furniture Company.

Trivia Tuesday
2025-03-04 19:00 (America/Detroit)
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!

Puzzle Feud
2025-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit)
Calling all puzzle fans! Join us for Puzzle Feud every Wednesday from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (or until the first puzzle is completed). Complete a 500-piece puzzle of your choice with teams of up to 4 with a 2-hour limit. All teams must sign up at the bar on the day of and teams must go to the bar once their puzzle is completed. The winning team receives a prize. Cheers!
