Exploring Feminism
The Dayton Art Institute 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, United StatesFebruary 7, 2026–January 31, 2027, Gallery 118 Feminism feels like a loaded term that, when presented to people, often triggers ...
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All the World’s a Stage
The Dayton Art Institute 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, United StatesMay 16–August 9, 2026, Gallery 117 Across cultures, the performing arts—drama, dance, music—have entertained and educated, bringing people together in ...
Niki Johnson: Pillars of Democracy
The Contemporary Dayton 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, United StatesThe Contemporary Dayton is proud to present Niki Johnson: Pillars of Democracy, a series of four large-scale collaged portraits envisioning Liberty, ...
Liz Quay, Jayne Struble, and Kathy McGhee Art Exhibits
Galleries at Sinclair College 444 W. Third St., Bldg. 13, Dayton, OHThe Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present “Marks & Stitches” by Liz Quay & Jayne Struble in ...
Exhibit: Our Fire Is Stronger Than Your Bombs
The International Peace Museum 10 N. Ludlow St., Dayton, OHOn February 24, 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The war continues until now, ruining the lives of ...
We’re Doing It ALL Wrong® – 6th Annual Art Exhibition
Edward A. Dixon Gallery 222 N. St. Clair St., Dayton, OHThe Public Reception will be held on Saturday, August 8th from 2pm-4pm. Previous exhibitions pushed boundaries, featuring artwork that tackled ...
The Photography of Jake Schneider
Blind Bob's 430 E. Fifth St., Dayton, OH, United StatesWe're excited to welcome the photography of Jake Schneider to our walls for the month of August. Get to know ...
Movies at THE NEON
THE NEON , United StatesDowntown Dayton's independent movie theater has a great lineup of films showing every day. Visit neonmovies.com for a schedule of ...
Art in the City Juried Art Show
Dayton Arcade 35 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OHIn this special juried exhibit, you can vote for your favorite piece of artwork submitted by local artists! These pieces ...
LeMonde Light Lane
Third Street Third Street, Dayton, OHLight Lane is an interactive public art installation created by LeMonde Studio. It combines stationary bicycles, projection mapping, lighting, and sound ...
Nourishing Montgomery County
2nd Street Market 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, USAThe third annual Nourishing Montgomery County will return again to the 2nd St Market. We will have a local musician ...
Nourishing Montgomery County at the Market
2nd Street Market 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, USAJoin us at the 2nd Street Market as we host the third annual Nourishing Montgomery County event. Nourishing Montgomery County ...
Healthy Starts Here: Know, Nourish, Thrive
2nd Street Market 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, USAKettering Health Network is at the 2nd Street Market for Nourishing Montgomery County. Have your A1C Screening tested along with ...
Fitness in the Park: Yoga with Speakeasy
RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, United StatesHarness your strength, enhance your mobility, and create a deeper connection with yourself. Join Tori for a dynamic physical yoga ...
Photography Outing at the River
RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, United StatesBring your camera to this outdoor activity class and take photos of the rushing river, spraying fountains, waterfowl and great ...
Music at the Market
2nd Street Market 600 E. Second St., Dayton, OH, USAEnjoy live entertainment at the 2nd Street Market. Let local musicians, featuring a variety of genres, add to your shopping ...
ASL Family Storytime
Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OHASL Family Storytime, Saturday, August 8, 11 am-12 pm, Main Library, Children’s Creativity Space: Danny from the Ohio Deaf Friends ...
Open House at the Front Street Studios
Front Street Galleries 1001 E. Second St., Dayton, OHLet the Front Street Studios be your one-stop-shopping location for art, crafts, photography, vintage retail and so much more. Front ...
Gem City Luxe Market
Art & Soul Maison 14 W. First St., Dayton, OHDiscover Dayton's newest curated shopping experience. Gem City Luxe Market brings together thoughtfully selected makers, artists, boutique brands, vintage curators, ...
Moss Wall Art Workshop
Now and Zen DIY Studio 121 E. Third St., Dayton, OHTransform your space with your very own piece of natural wall art! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use an array ...