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Downtown Events Calendar

Tiny Thursdays

The Dayton Art Institute 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, United States

Are you a toddler with an awesome parent/grandparent/caregiver who likes to take you to fun, creative weekday programs? Join us ...

Black History Month Movies

Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH

In recognition of Black History Month, Dayton Metro Library Branches will host a variety of movies for all ages. Below is ...

Rabbit Hole Books Grand Opening

Rabbit Hole Books 27 W. First St., Dayton, OH

Come see us on Thursday, February 2 at 4 p.m. as we celebrate the Grand Opening of Rabbit Hole Books. ...

Dayton Battle of the Bands 2023

The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH

Each week we feature 4-5 local acts performing original music at The Brightside (905 E 3rd St, Dayton)! Jan 12, ...

Exhibit: Becky Suss: “Home”

The Contemporary Dayton 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, United States

Becky Suss Home Jan 13, 2023 – Mar 26, 2023 THE DR. ROBERT BRANDT, JR. GALLERY The Contemporary Dayton is ...

Exhibit: What ABOUT Hair

Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH

Dayton Metro Library is pleased to welcome a unique exhibit titled What ABOUT Hair, presented by the Women Strong Art ...

Exhibit: Woodblock Prints of Saitō Kiyoshi

The Dayton Art Institute 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, United States

January 28–July 16, 2023 With a career spanning six decades, Saitō Kiyoshi (1907–1997) was one of the most prolific Japanese ...

Season of Love Drinks

Winans Chocolates + Coffee 221 N. Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH

Three very special "season of love" drinks begin February 1st at Winans. Stop by for a LOVE BUG MOCHA with white chocolate, ...

Irish First Fridays

The Dublin Pub 300 Wayne Ave., Dayton, OH, United States

Live music at the Dublin Pub! Stop by for a pint and listen to live music for Irish First Fridays. ...

Black History Month Art Exhibit Opening

Edward A. Dixon Gallery 222 N. St. Clair St., Dayton, OH

First Friday hours from 5pm-8pm celebrating the opening of the Black History Month art exhibition. Artwork from local artists recognizing  ...

First Friday Art Hop

Front Street Galleries 1001 E. Second St., Dayton, OH

Art Hops at Front Street feature live music throughout the complex as you explore studios and galleries, and shops!  Shop ...

Diva Night

RiverScape MetroPark 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, United States

Diva Night 7:00pm - 10:00pm AGE: All ages | $10.00 Come celebrate music's greatest female artists for Diva Night! Skate along to some of ...

Exhibit: Becky Suss: “Home”

The Contemporary Dayton 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, United States

Becky Suss Home Jan 13, 2023 – Mar 26, 2023 THE DR. ROBERT BRANDT, JR. GALLERY The Contemporary Dayton is ...

Exhibit: What ABOUT Hair

Dayton Metro Library – Main Library 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH

Dayton Metro Library is pleased to welcome a unique exhibit titled What ABOUT Hair, presented by the Women Strong Art ...

Exhibit: Woodblock Prints of Saitō Kiyoshi

The Dayton Art Institute 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, United States

January 28–July 16, 2023 With a career spanning six decades, Saitō Kiyoshi (1907–1997) was one of the most prolific Japanese ...