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SUMMARY:Guided Downtown Dayton historic walking tours
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTours are available on Fridays beginning May 2 and run through October 2025. The cost is $10 per person and reservations are required to attend. \nOur 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.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/guided-downtown-dayton-historic-walking-tours/2025-06-20/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Museum / History
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SUMMARY:Guided Downtown Dayton historic walking tours
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTours are available on Fridays beginning May 2 and run through October 2025. The cost is $10 per person and reservations are required to attend. \nOur 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.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/guided-downtown-dayton-historic-walking-tours/2025-06-13/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Museum / History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T173000
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SUMMARY:Free Yoga – Arcade Arts & Wellness
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Arcade Arts & Wellness Series is a rejuvenating journey with a variety of local yoga instructors amidst the timeless charm of this iconic landmark. Come and join us for these exciting events! \nTraditional Yoga with Michelle Daniel of The Lifestyle Technique | The Arcade’s Rotunda\, 35 W. Fourth St. Wednesday\, May 7 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Wednesday\, June 11 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Wednesday\, July 2 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThis series is free and open to all but may require Eventbrite pre-registration and on-site waivers. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/arcade-arts-wellness-yoga-tickets-1279326974419?aff=oddtdtcreator \nDoors open to registered participants 15 minutes before the start of each class. Equipment will not be provided. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise or wellness program. After your practice ends\, plan to shop from a curated selection of vendors. We’ll see you at the Arcade on the mat soon! \nSeries Presented by: The Contemporary Dayton\, Friends of the Dayton Arcade\, and The Hub Powered by PNC Bank
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/free-yoga-arcade-arts-wellness/2025-06-11/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Community,Free Events,Health & Wellness
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T200000
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SUMMARY:Pride Silent Disco
DESCRIPTION:Dayton’s Silent Disco is celebrating Dayton Pride at The Dayton Arcade on Friday\, June 6th! Come as you are and dance the night away with us under the historic rotunda in the center of our beautiful city! We’ll be getting down to all of your favorite Red\, Green\, and Blue station dance party action! Kim L will be on the green station with EDM\, Sexbox on the blue station with 70s\, 80s\, and 90s\, and John Chapel on the Red station with modern Hip Hop\, you will not want to miss this classic Dayton event! Cover starts at 8:00pm with music starting at 8:30pm on June 6th! Tickets are $20 presale and $25 at the doors. We’re offering “Group Tickets” – Save 20% when you bring a group of 10! (Pre-sale only) *Discounted presale tickets end at Midnight on June 5th. Tickets available at daytonsilentdisco.com  Food will be available from Dayton Street Snacks on Gather’s indoor patio. This show is 21+
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/pride-silent-disco/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Guided Downtown Dayton historic walking tours
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTours are available on Fridays beginning May 2 and run through October 2025. The cost is $10 per person and reservations are required to attend. \nOur 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.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/guided-downtown-dayton-historic-walking-tours/2025-06-06/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Museum / History
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SUMMARY:‘Think Freedom’ Yoga at the Dayton Arcade
DESCRIPTION:Flow with ‘Think Freedom’ at the Dayton Arcade! We’re thrilled to announce a series of public programs surrounding the ‘Think Freedom’ art installation\, on display in the historic Dayton Arcade’s Rotunda during the 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly. This marks the installation’s first appearance in the United States.​Created by Sarajevo-based artist Edina Seleskovic\, ‘Think Freedom’ is a multidisciplinary project that combines sculpture\, light\, text\, and technology to convey messages of peace and unity. Having traveled to 22 cities worldwide\, its presence in Dayton commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accords. Join us for an all-levels yoga session with Tori Reynolds of Speakeasy Yoga\, concluding with a live sound bath provided by Alyssa Hanson of Sanguine Sound Therapy in the heart of the installation. Immerse yourself in art\, movement\, and sound for a one-of-a-kind wellness experience surrounded by ‘Think Freedom’. Sunday\, June 1 Noon – 1:15 PM Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St. REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/think-freedom-yoga-at-the-dayton-arcade-tickets-1364092761169?aff=oddtdtcreator Project Sponsor: Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/think-freedom-yoga-at-the-dayton-arcade/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T200000
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Think Freedom
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to announce a series of public programs surrounding the Think Freedom art installation\, on display in the historic Dayton Arcade’s Rotunda during the 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly. This marks the installation’s first appearance in the United States.​ \nCreated by Sarajevo-based artist Edina Seleskovic\, Think Freedom is a multidisciplinary project that combines sculpture\, light\, text\, and technology to convey messages of peace and unity. Having traveled to 22 cities worldwide\, its presence in Dayton commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accords. \nJoin Culture Works at the Dayton Arcade for a chance to view and interact with Think Freedom\, accompanied by performances from a variety of local musicians. \nTuesday\, May 27 through Friday\, May 30 5:00 – 8:00 PM each evening Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St. Learn More: https://cultureworks.org/think-freedom-dayton/ Project Sponsor: Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-think-freedom/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T200000
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Think Freedom
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to announce a series of public programs surrounding the Think Freedom art installation\, on display in the historic Dayton Arcade’s Rotunda during the 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly. This marks the installation’s first appearance in the United States.​ \nCreated by Sarajevo-based artist Edina Seleskovic\, Think Freedom is a multidisciplinary project that combines sculpture\, light\, text\, and technology to convey messages of peace and unity. Having traveled to 22 cities worldwide\, its presence in Dayton commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accords. \nJoin Culture Works at the Dayton Arcade for a chance to view and interact with Think Freedom\, accompanied by performances from a variety of local musicians. \nTuesday\, May 27 through Friday\, May 30 5:00 – 8:00 PM each evening Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St. Learn More: https://cultureworks.org/think-freedom-dayton/ Project Sponsor: Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-think-freedom/2025-05-29/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T200000
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Think Freedom
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to announce a series of public programs surrounding the Think Freedom art installation\, on display in the historic Dayton Arcade’s Rotunda during the 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly. This marks the installation’s first appearance in the United States.​ \nCreated by Sarajevo-based artist Edina Seleskovic\, Think Freedom is a multidisciplinary project that combines sculpture\, light\, text\, and technology to convey messages of peace and unity. Having traveled to 22 cities worldwide\, its presence in Dayton commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accords. \nJoin Culture Works at the Dayton Arcade for a chance to view and interact with Think Freedom\, accompanied by performances from a variety of local musicians. \nTuesday\, May 27 through Friday\, May 30 5:00 – 8:00 PM each evening Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St. Learn More: https://cultureworks.org/think-freedom-dayton/ Project Sponsor: Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-think-freedom/2025-05-28/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T105615
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Think Freedom
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to announce a series of public programs surrounding the Think Freedom art installation\, on display in the historic Dayton Arcade’s Rotunda during the 2025 NATO Parliamentary Assembly. This marks the installation’s first appearance in the United States.​ \nCreated by Sarajevo-based artist Edina Seleskovic\, Think Freedom is a multidisciplinary project that combines sculpture\, light\, text\, and technology to convey messages of peace and unity. Having traveled to 22 cities worldwide\, its presence in Dayton commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accords. \nJoin Culture Works at the Dayton Arcade for a chance to view and interact with Think Freedom\, accompanied by performances from a variety of local musicians. \nTuesday\, May 27 through Friday\, May 30 5:00 – 8:00 PM each evening Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St. Learn More: https://cultureworks.org/think-freedom-dayton/ Project Sponsor: Dayton Arcade
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/exhibit-think-freedom/2025-05-27/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Guided Downtown Dayton historic walking tours
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTours are available on Fridays beginning May 2 and run through October 2025. The cost is $10 per person and reservations are required to attend. \nOur 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.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/guided-downtown-dayton-historic-walking-tours/2025-05-16/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Museum / History
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SUMMARY:Guided Downtown Dayton historic walking tours
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTours are available on Fridays beginning May 2 and run through October 2025. The cost is $10 per person and reservations are required to attend. \nOur 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.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/guided-downtown-dayton-historic-walking-tours/2025-05-09/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Museum / History
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SUMMARY:Free Yoga – Arcade Arts & Wellness
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Arcade Arts & Wellness Series is a rejuvenating journey with a variety of local yoga instructors amidst the timeless charm of this iconic landmark. Come and join us for these exciting events! \nTraditional Yoga with Michelle Daniel of The Lifestyle Technique | The Arcade’s Rotunda\, 35 W. Fourth St. Wednesday\, May 7 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Wednesday\, June 11 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Wednesday\, July 2 – 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThis series is free and open to all but may require Eventbrite pre-registration and on-site waivers. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/arcade-arts-wellness-yoga-tickets-1279326974419?aff=oddtdtcreator \nDoors open to registered participants 15 minutes before the start of each class. Equipment will not be provided. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise or wellness program. After your practice ends\, plan to shop from a curated selection of vendors. We’ll see you at the Arcade on the mat soon! \nSeries Presented by: The Contemporary Dayton\, Friends of the Dayton Arcade\, and The Hub Powered by PNC Bank
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/free-yoga-arcade-arts-wellness/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Community,Free Events,Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T173000
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SUMMARY:Guided Downtown Dayton historic walking tours
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTours are available on Fridays beginning May 2 and run through October 2025. The cost is $10 per person and reservations are required to attend. \nOur 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.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/guided-downtown-dayton-historic-walking-tours/2025-05-02/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Museum / History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T173000
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SUMMARY:ART Matters\, Dayton Art and Design Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the Dayton Arcade’s Tank for a day filled with creativity and inspiration! The ART Matters Symposium is a gathering of artists\, architects\, designers\, and art enthusiasts from many industries to celebrate the importance of art in our lives. Immerse yourself in thought-provoking panel discussions\, and engaging presentations from industry experts. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and explore the power of art and design! \nThe day will feature three sessions\, each offering three options of presenters or panels for participants to choose from. The event will conclude with a keynote address by Donna Collins\, the Executive Director of the Ohio Arts Council. \nPlease refer to the schedule below to view the full lineup and more information on each the EPIC presenters and panelists\, who will contribute to this exciting day. \nCheck-in: 9:00 am -9:25 am\, The Tank Entrance \nOpening Remarks: 9:30 am -9:50 am\, The Tank Theater \nMayor Jeffrey J. Mims\, Jr.: Mayor of Dayton\, Ohio \n10:00 am-10:50 am\, The Galleria \nArt\, Identity\, and Transformation: The Power of Creative Philanthropy \nJosh Stucky: Co-owner of Square One Salon\, & Co-founder of The Rubi Girls \n10:00 am-10:50 am\, The Tank Theater \nOn the Frontlines: Artists discuss the current state of artmaking in 2025 \nRodney Veal: Producer of The Art Show & Community Arts Liaison \nJamal Durr: Artist \nBrandon Ragland: Dayton Ballet\, Artistic Director \nKevin Harris: Artist and Sinclair Community College Art Professor \n10:00 am-10:50 am\, Dana L Wiley Gallery \nRedefining Beauty: The Art of Efficiency and Resilience in Design \nMary Rogero: Chair\, Dept of Architecture and Interior Design at Miami University\, & Owner at Rogero Architects \n11:00 am-11:50 am\, The Galleria \nTell The Story: The Art of Visual Speaking \nGary Hinsche: Artist\, & Executive Design Director at the Ohlmann Group \n11:00 am-11:50 am\, The Tank Theater \nThe ART of (and in) Toy Design: The Process of Toy Design\, How “Art” is at the Foundation \nTom Osborne: Industrial Designer & Adjunct Professor at The University of Cincinnati\, School of Design \n11:00 am-11:50 am\, Dana L Wiley Gallery \nHow Art Breathes Life into Forgotten Places \nDave Williams: Vice President of Dayton Development–Cross Street Partners \nLunch: 12 pm-1:50pm\, Pick up in The Tank Reception Area. \nSeating available in The Galleria and The Hub. \n1:00 pm-1:50 pm\, The Galleria \nFrom Workspace to Living Room: How Art Alters the Way You Feel \nLitsa Spanos: Owner and President of ADC Fine Art\, Art Design Consultants \n1:00 pm-1:50 pm\, The Tank Theater \nCreative Crossroads: Exploring Opportunities for Artists Across Industries \nDebi Chess: Director of External Relations and Development at Dayton Metro Library \nAndy Aidt: GIS Manager for Kettering\, Ohio \nLisa Hanson: President & CEO at Culture Works \nFrances Jo Hamilton: Director of Revitalization at Heritage Ohio \nMichael Roediger: Director & CEO at The Dayton Art Institute \nJessica Barry: President & Owner of The Modern College of Design \nGraig Gossman: Principal & Owner at the Gossman Group \n1:00 pm-1:50 pm\, Dana L Wiley Gallery \nART in Design: What is Art\, Why does it Matter\, and How do I get it? \nRich Johnson: President and Creative Director of RVJ Design & Décor \nKeynote Speaker: 2:15 pm- 3:15 pm\, The Tank Theater \nEmpowering Creativity: Advancing Art and Design in Ohio \nDonna Collins: Executive Director of the Ohio Arts Council \nClosing Remarks: 3:30 pm-4:00 pm\, The Tank Theater \nShelley Dickstein: City Manager of Dayton\, Ohio \nReception to Follow: 4:15 pm-5:30 pm\, Dana L. Wiley Gallery
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/art-matters-dayton-art-and-design-symposium/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Dayton Art Fair
DESCRIPTION:DAYTON ART FAIR\n\n\n\n\nFEBRUARY 15 & 16\, 2025\nSaturday\, February 15:  11 AM – 6 PM\nSunday\, February 16: 11 AM – 4 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are thrilled to announce the launch of the Dayton Art Fair\, a fresh reimagining of The Co’s beloved annual fundraiser\, formerly known as the Annual Art Auction. This inspiring\, community-driven event will be held in February 15 & 16\, 2025 at the iconic Dayton Arcade and promises to bring together art lovers\, collectors\, and the wider community in a vibrant celebration of local talent and contemporary art. Building on the 30-year legacy of supporting artists\, The Co’s Dayton Art Fair marks a new beginning\, uniting Dayton’s creative community in a powerful statement of hope\, resilience\, and progress. This bold new platform elevates artists by offering them a space to showcase and sell their work directly\, while fostering a deeper connection between artists and art enthusiasts in Dayton and beyond. \n\n\n\nThe Dayton Art Fair will feature curated selections of artwork by a dynamic roster of local and regional artists\, highlighting the creativity\, vision\, and diversity of the Dayton art scene. Visitors can expect to see Artist Booths and Partner Pop-ups filled with paintings\, sculptures\, prints and mixed-media works that push the boundaries of contemporary art. Sections of the Fair will also include: \n\n$25 and Under Mini-Fair – A fair within the Fair dedicated to affordable art for home\, office\, or gifting—all items $25 and under\n“FlatStock” / Matted photographs\, prints\, and hand-screen printed items\nThe Love Shack / Heart-themed sweets\, savories and giftables\n\nAdditionally\, the event will include live demonstrations\, performances\, and interactive opportunities to engage with artists and their creative processes. \n  \nThe weekend-long event will also feature workshops\, live music\, food vendors\, and activities for families\, making it a true celebration for everyone. Vital to The Co’s mission of inclusivity\, The Co is currently seeking sponsorship to enable FREE Admission all weekend and FREE RTA bus transportation to families who may not otherwise have access to the event\, ensuring that art is accessible to all. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Artist Booths\n\nJulie Allison\nGuustie Alvarado\nSamuel Brieck\nChristian Cassass\nDan Cleary\nKellie Daab\nRachel Dillabaugh\nToni Dunbar\nRobert Farley\nJon Fordyce Retrospective\nGae Helton\nSeung J K\nJohn Landsiedel\nMegen Leigh\nBrian Mathus & Jen Perkins\nBrad Noble\nChristian Ottaway\nHyacinth Paul\nSteve Paulus\nJoseph Pelka\nYetunde Rodriguez\nAndrea Starkey\nSharon Stolzenberger\nJustin Straub\nFrances Turner\nJo Anne Vincent\nDustin Wagner\nEric Wright\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Opportunity\nGuests will have the opportunity to purchase select artworks that will be donated directly to the new 40-room Ronald McDonald House\, opening this February. Join us in making an impact through the power of art to inspire\, heal\, and uplift families in need.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dayton-art-fair/2025-02-16/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T180000
DTSTAMP:20260528T105615
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SUMMARY:Dayton Art Fair
DESCRIPTION:DAYTON ART FAIR\n\n\n\n\nFEBRUARY 15 & 16\, 2025\nSaturday\, February 15:  11 AM – 6 PM\nSunday\, February 16: 11 AM – 4 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are thrilled to announce the launch of the Dayton Art Fair\, a fresh reimagining of The Co’s beloved annual fundraiser\, formerly known as the Annual Art Auction. This inspiring\, community-driven event will be held in February 15 & 16\, 2025 at the iconic Dayton Arcade and promises to bring together art lovers\, collectors\, and the wider community in a vibrant celebration of local talent and contemporary art. Building on the 30-year legacy of supporting artists\, The Co’s Dayton Art Fair marks a new beginning\, uniting Dayton’s creative community in a powerful statement of hope\, resilience\, and progress. This bold new platform elevates artists by offering them a space to showcase and sell their work directly\, while fostering a deeper connection between artists and art enthusiasts in Dayton and beyond. \n\n\n\nThe Dayton Art Fair will feature curated selections of artwork by a dynamic roster of local and regional artists\, highlighting the creativity\, vision\, and diversity of the Dayton art scene. Visitors can expect to see Artist Booths and Partner Pop-ups filled with paintings\, sculptures\, prints and mixed-media works that push the boundaries of contemporary art. Sections of the Fair will also include: \n\n$25 and Under Mini-Fair – A fair within the Fair dedicated to affordable art for home\, office\, or gifting—all items $25 and under\n“FlatStock” / Matted photographs\, prints\, and hand-screen printed items\nThe Love Shack / Heart-themed sweets\, savories and giftables\n\nAdditionally\, the event will include live demonstrations\, performances\, and interactive opportunities to engage with artists and their creative processes. \n  \nThe weekend-long event will also feature workshops\, live music\, food vendors\, and activities for families\, making it a true celebration for everyone. Vital to The Co’s mission of inclusivity\, The Co is currently seeking sponsorship to enable FREE Admission all weekend and FREE RTA bus transportation to families who may not otherwise have access to the event\, ensuring that art is accessible to all. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Artist Booths\n\nJulie Allison\nGuustie Alvarado\nSamuel Brieck\nChristian Cassass\nDan Cleary\nKellie Daab\nRachel Dillabaugh\nToni Dunbar\nRobert Farley\nJon Fordyce Retrospective\nGae Helton\nSeung J K\nJohn Landsiedel\nMegen Leigh\nBrian Mathus & Jen Perkins\nBrad Noble\nChristian Ottaway\nHyacinth Paul\nSteve Paulus\nJoseph Pelka\nYetunde Rodriguez\nAndrea Starkey\nSharon Stolzenberger\nJustin Straub\nFrances Turner\nJo Anne Vincent\nDustin Wagner\nEric Wright\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Opportunity\nGuests will have the opportunity to purchase select artworks that will be donated directly to the new 40-room Ronald McDonald House\, opening this February. Join us in making an impact through the power of art to inspire\, heal\, and uplift families in need.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/dayton-art-fair/2025-02-15/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T105615
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SUMMARY:Buckeye Wedding Expo
DESCRIPTION:Buckeye Wedding Expo to Host Innovative Wedding Show on January 11 and 12\, 2025. Dayton\, Ohio – January 2\, 2025 – Buckeye Wedding Expo today announced its upcoming Wedding Show\, a two-day event focused on helping connect engaged couples with the perfect vendors for their perfect day\, taking place on January 11 and 12 at the historic Dayton Arcade. The Buckeye Wedding Expo will bring together engaged couples with the Dayton area’s leading industry experts\, trendsetters\, and provides a opportunity to meet face to face\, in one beautiful location\, to answer questions\, discover new ideas and get inspired by all this show has to offer. Key Highlights: • Food and Beverage Sampling: Renowned area Caterers will provide many sampling opportunities\, giving attendees a peek into menu options. • Showcases: The showcases are a visually stunning example of what a wedding reception can look like with vision and the right vendor team. • Networking Opportunities: Ample time for attendees to connect with potential vendors\, such as\, venues\, caterers\, DJ’s\, photographers\, florist\, and more. • Event Décor Re-Sale: Gently used items are given another life at our re-sale market. Local couples and wedding vendors come together to offer wedding decorations of all styles. • Expert Advice Panels: The area’s best wedding professionals pass along their knowledge and experience in vendor talk sessions on the main stage or in break-out areas. Event Details: • Date: January 11 – 12\, 2025 • Time: 1pm – 5pm • Location: Dayton Arcade – 35 W 4th Street\, Dayton\, OH 45402 Registration: To register for tickets to the Buckeye Wedding Expo\, please visit www.buckeyeweddingexpo.com.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/buckeye-wedding-expo/2025-01-12/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T105615
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T131247Z
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SUMMARY:Buckeye Wedding Expo and Bridal Show
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Buckeye Wedding Expo and Bridal Show! Join us on Sat\, Jan 11 and Sun Jan 12\, 2025 from 1pm to 5pm at the historic Dayton Arcade for a day filled with all things wedding. Buckeye Wedding Expo is not your ordinary trade show. It’s educational and informational\, but best of all it’s an entertaining experience for anyone planning a wedding or event. We produce wedding shows all throughout central ohio with the goal of connecting vendors and engaged couples in a new and unique way. Our shows are experience driven and interactive focused while also including the opportunity to meet the areas best event and wedding vendors. Meet local vendors\, sample delicious cakes\, and get inspiration for your big day. Whether you’re looking for the perfect dress\, venue\, or photographer\, you’ll find everything you need to plan your dream wedding.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/buckeye-wedding-expo-and-bridal-show/2025-01-12/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T105615
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T130306Z
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SUMMARY:Buckeye Wedding Expo
DESCRIPTION:Buckeye Wedding Expo to Host Innovative Wedding Show on January 11 and 12\, 2025. Dayton\, Ohio – January 2\, 2025 – Buckeye Wedding Expo today announced its upcoming Wedding Show\, a two-day event focused on helping connect engaged couples with the perfect vendors for their perfect day\, taking place on January 11 and 12 at the historic Dayton Arcade. The Buckeye Wedding Expo will bring together engaged couples with the Dayton area’s leading industry experts\, trendsetters\, and provides a opportunity to meet face to face\, in one beautiful location\, to answer questions\, discover new ideas and get inspired by all this show has to offer. Key Highlights: • Food and Beverage Sampling: Renowned area Caterers will provide many sampling opportunities\, giving attendees a peek into menu options. • Showcases: The showcases are a visually stunning example of what a wedding reception can look like with vision and the right vendor team. • Networking Opportunities: Ample time for attendees to connect with potential vendors\, such as\, venues\, caterers\, DJ’s\, photographers\, florist\, and more. • Event Décor Re-Sale: Gently used items are given another life at our re-sale market. Local couples and wedding vendors come together to offer wedding decorations of all styles. • Expert Advice Panels: The area’s best wedding professionals pass along their knowledge and experience in vendor talk sessions on the main stage or in break-out areas. Event Details: • Date: January 11 – 12\, 2025 • Time: 1pm – 5pm • Location: Dayton Arcade – 35 W 4th Street\, Dayton\, OH 45402 Registration: To register for tickets to the Buckeye Wedding Expo\, please visit www.buckeyeweddingexpo.com.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/buckeye-wedding-expo/2025-01-11/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T105615
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T131247Z
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SUMMARY:Buckeye Wedding Expo and Bridal Show
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Buckeye Wedding Expo and Bridal Show! Join us on Sat\, Jan 11 and Sun Jan 12\, 2025 from 1pm to 5pm at the historic Dayton Arcade for a day filled with all things wedding. Buckeye Wedding Expo is not your ordinary trade show. It’s educational and informational\, but best of all it’s an entertaining experience for anyone planning a wedding or event. We produce wedding shows all throughout central ohio with the goal of connecting vendors and engaged couples in a new and unique way. Our shows are experience driven and interactive focused while also including the opportunity to meet the areas best event and wedding vendors. Meet local vendors\, sample delicious cakes\, and get inspiration for your big day. Whether you’re looking for the perfect dress\, venue\, or photographer\, you’ll find everything you need to plan your dream wedding.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/buckeye-wedding-expo-and-bridal-show/2025-01-11/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T105615
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SUMMARY:Holly Days at the Arcade
DESCRIPTION:“Holly Days at the Arcade Presented by AES Ohio and Dayton Daily News” will welcome visitors from around the region to the historic Dayton Arcade complex for the fourth year this December 11\, 12\, & 13\, 2024. \nOrganized by Friends of the Dayton Arcade and Cross Street Partners\, the Rotunda event space will host an artisan market featuring holiday shopping from over 30 vendors. The Tank Inspired by CenterPoint Energy will showcase additional vendors\, a community Lego Build hosted by Brixilated\, and a cash bar. The Contemporary Dayton will have its CoSHOP available featuring a rotating selection of items curated by their team of art lovers\, historians\, book nerds\, and decor enthusiasts. \nThe Arcade complex’s full-service restaurants\, Gather by Ghostlight at 37 W. Fourth Street and Table 33 at 45 W. Fourth Street\, will be open for happy hour\, dinner\, and drinks during “Holly Days at the Arcade”. Members of the 6888 Kitchen will be serving a diverse limited menu from the Kitchen’s Rotunda entrance during the event. Supporting food trucks will line Fourth Street in front of the entrance to the event. \nLive holiday entertainment curated by Culture Works will be a highlight\, with local performing arts groups set to perform in the Arcade’s Rotunda and Tank event spaces. These performances will take place throughout the three-day event with a full schedule to be announced the first week of December. Daily holiday character entertainment from Fairy Godmother Events will delight kids of all ages. \nNew in 2024 is a food drive benefiting The Foodbank\, an organization dedicated to fighting hunger in the community. These donations will support 124 hunger relief programs in Montgomery\, Greene\, and Preble Counties in The Foodbank’s partner agency network. Donations will be accepted in the Rotunda entrance concourse during all three days of “Holly Days at the Arcade”\, and a full list of suggested items will be provided on the Dayton Arcade’s website and social media pages. \nFor the second year\, “Holly Days at the Arcade” is partnering with Five Rivers MetroParks’ “Sunset at the Market” at 2nd Street Market to provide a comprehensive downtown holiday shopping experience on Thursday\, December 12. To encourage attendees to visit both locations\, the Greater Dayton RTA is providing a free shuttle service between the two events from 5:15 to 8:15 pm with a stop at the Oregon District Garage on Fifth Street. Guests can grab a punch card from a volunteer at either event\, make a purchase on Thursday\, December 12 at both the Arcade and 2nd Street Market\, and submit their card at either location for a chance to win a prize basket full of items donated by local vendors. \n“The revival of the Dayton Arcade feels like the heart of our city coming alive again\,” said Shane Anderson\, owner of Arcade tenant Gather by Ghostlight. “This annual Holly Days’ festival is like stepping back into the festive magic of Dayton’s holiday traditions of the past while celebrating all the exciting things ahead. It’s the perfect time to come together\, make new memories\, and feel the warmth of our community.” \n“It’s such an honor to coordinate Holly Days for the fourth year running\,” said Megan Dunn Peters\, Marketing and Community Partnerships Manager for Cross Street Partners. “From shopping for gifts at local vendor booths to enjoying amazing live entertainment and toasting the holidays with friends and family\, there’s nothing like celebrating the holidays at the Dayton Arcade. We’re grateful to our title sponsors AES Ohio and Dayton Daily News as well as numerous other community partners for helping to make Holly Days at the Arcade a magical holiday experience for both local Daytonians and regional visitors.” \n“Holly Days at the Arcade Presented by AES Ohio and Dayton Daily News” is free and open to the public from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday\, December 11\, Thursday\, December 12\, and Friday\, December 13. For more event information\, vendor list\, and entertainment schedule\, visit arcadedayton.com or the Dayton Arcade’s social media pages.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/holly-days-at-the-arcade-2/2024-12-13/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T105615
CREATED:20241206T154330Z
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SUMMARY:Holly Days at the Arcade
DESCRIPTION:“Holly Days at the Arcade Presented by AES Ohio and Dayton Daily News” will welcome visitors from around the region to the historic Dayton Arcade complex for the fourth year this December 11\, 12\, & 13\, 2024. \nOrganized by Friends of the Dayton Arcade and Cross Street Partners\, the Rotunda event space will host an artisan market featuring holiday shopping from over 30 vendors. The Tank Inspired by CenterPoint Energy will showcase additional vendors\, a community Lego Build hosted by Brixilated\, and a cash bar. The Contemporary Dayton will have its CoSHOP available featuring a rotating selection of items curated by their team of art lovers\, historians\, book nerds\, and decor enthusiasts. \nThe Arcade complex’s full-service restaurants\, Gather by Ghostlight at 37 W. Fourth Street and Table 33 at 45 W. Fourth Street\, will be open for happy hour\, dinner\, and drinks during “Holly Days at the Arcade”. Members of the 6888 Kitchen will be serving a diverse limited menu from the Kitchen’s Rotunda entrance during the event. Supporting food trucks will line Fourth Street in front of the entrance to the event. \nLive holiday entertainment curated by Culture Works will be a highlight\, with local performing arts groups set to perform in the Arcade’s Rotunda and Tank event spaces. These performances will take place throughout the three-day event with a full schedule to be announced the first week of December. Daily holiday character entertainment from Fairy Godmother Events will delight kids of all ages. \nNew in 2024 is a food drive benefiting The Foodbank\, an organization dedicated to fighting hunger in the community. These donations will support 124 hunger relief programs in Montgomery\, Greene\, and Preble Counties in The Foodbank’s partner agency network. Donations will be accepted in the Rotunda entrance concourse during all three days of “Holly Days at the Arcade”\, and a full list of suggested items will be provided on the Dayton Arcade’s website and social media pages. \nFor the second year\, “Holly Days at the Arcade” is partnering with Five Rivers MetroParks’ “Sunset at the Market” at 2nd Street Market to provide a comprehensive downtown holiday shopping experience on Thursday\, December 12. To encourage attendees to visit both locations\, the Greater Dayton RTA is providing a free shuttle service between the two events from 5:15 to 8:15 pm with a stop at the Oregon District Garage on Fifth Street. Guests can grab a punch card from a volunteer at either event\, make a purchase on Thursday\, December 12 at both the Arcade and 2nd Street Market\, and submit their card at either location for a chance to win a prize basket full of items donated by local vendors. \n“The revival of the Dayton Arcade feels like the heart of our city coming alive again\,” said Shane Anderson\, owner of Arcade tenant Gather by Ghostlight. “This annual Holly Days’ festival is like stepping back into the festive magic of Dayton’s holiday traditions of the past while celebrating all the exciting things ahead. It’s the perfect time to come together\, make new memories\, and feel the warmth of our community.” \n“It’s such an honor to coordinate Holly Days for the fourth year running\,” said Megan Dunn Peters\, Marketing and Community Partnerships Manager for Cross Street Partners. “From shopping for gifts at local vendor booths to enjoying amazing live entertainment and toasting the holidays with friends and family\, there’s nothing like celebrating the holidays at the Dayton Arcade. We’re grateful to our title sponsors AES Ohio and Dayton Daily News as well as numerous other community partners for helping to make Holly Days at the Arcade a magical holiday experience for both local Daytonians and regional visitors.” \n“Holly Days at the Arcade Presented by AES Ohio and Dayton Daily News” is free and open to the public from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday\, December 11\, Thursday\, December 12\, and Friday\, December 13. For more event information\, vendor list\, and entertainment schedule\, visit arcadedayton.com or the Dayton Arcade’s social media pages.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/holly-days-at-the-arcade-2/2024-12-12/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T105615
CREATED:20241206T154330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T154330Z
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SUMMARY:Holly Days at the Arcade
DESCRIPTION:“Holly Days at the Arcade Presented by AES Ohio and Dayton Daily News” will welcome visitors from around the region to the historic Dayton Arcade complex for the fourth year this December 11\, 12\, & 13\, 2024. \nOrganized by Friends of the Dayton Arcade and Cross Street Partners\, the Rotunda event space will host an artisan market featuring holiday shopping from over 30 vendors. The Tank Inspired by CenterPoint Energy will showcase additional vendors\, a community Lego Build hosted by Brixilated\, and a cash bar. The Contemporary Dayton will have its CoSHOP available featuring a rotating selection of items curated by their team of art lovers\, historians\, book nerds\, and decor enthusiasts. \nThe Arcade complex’s full-service restaurants\, Gather by Ghostlight at 37 W. Fourth Street and Table 33 at 45 W. Fourth Street\, will be open for happy hour\, dinner\, and drinks during “Holly Days at the Arcade”. Members of the 6888 Kitchen will be serving a diverse limited menu from the Kitchen’s Rotunda entrance during the event. Supporting food trucks will line Fourth Street in front of the entrance to the event. \nLive holiday entertainment curated by Culture Works will be a highlight\, with local performing arts groups set to perform in the Arcade’s Rotunda and Tank event spaces. These performances will take place throughout the three-day event with a full schedule to be announced the first week of December. Daily holiday character entertainment from Fairy Godmother Events will delight kids of all ages. \nNew in 2024 is a food drive benefiting The Foodbank\, an organization dedicated to fighting hunger in the community. These donations will support 124 hunger relief programs in Montgomery\, Greene\, and Preble Counties in The Foodbank’s partner agency network. Donations will be accepted in the Rotunda entrance concourse during all three days of “Holly Days at the Arcade”\, and a full list of suggested items will be provided on the Dayton Arcade’s website and social media pages. \nFor the second year\, “Holly Days at the Arcade” is partnering with Five Rivers MetroParks’ “Sunset at the Market” at 2nd Street Market to provide a comprehensive downtown holiday shopping experience on Thursday\, December 12. To encourage attendees to visit both locations\, the Greater Dayton RTA is providing a free shuttle service between the two events from 5:15 to 8:15 pm with a stop at the Oregon District Garage on Fifth Street. Guests can grab a punch card from a volunteer at either event\, make a purchase on Thursday\, December 12 at both the Arcade and 2nd Street Market\, and submit their card at either location for a chance to win a prize basket full of items donated by local vendors. \n“The revival of the Dayton Arcade feels like the heart of our city coming alive again\,” said Shane Anderson\, owner of Arcade tenant Gather by Ghostlight. “This annual Holly Days’ festival is like stepping back into the festive magic of Dayton’s holiday traditions of the past while celebrating all the exciting things ahead. It’s the perfect time to come together\, make new memories\, and feel the warmth of our community.” \n“It’s such an honor to coordinate Holly Days for the fourth year running\,” said Megan Dunn Peters\, Marketing and Community Partnerships Manager for Cross Street Partners. “From shopping for gifts at local vendor booths to enjoying amazing live entertainment and toasting the holidays with friends and family\, there’s nothing like celebrating the holidays at the Dayton Arcade. We’re grateful to our title sponsors AES Ohio and Dayton Daily News as well as numerous other community partners for helping to make Holly Days at the Arcade a magical holiday experience for both local Daytonians and regional visitors.” \n“Holly Days at the Arcade Presented by AES Ohio and Dayton Daily News” is free and open to the public from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday\, December 11\, Thursday\, December 12\, and Friday\, December 13. For more event information\, vendor list\, and entertainment schedule\, visit arcadedayton.com or the Dayton Arcade’s social media pages.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/holly-days-at-the-arcade-2/2024-12-11/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Culture Works’ Sweet Indulgence
DESCRIPTION:Dec. 4 • Culture Works’ Sweet Indulgence\nThe Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.; 7-9:30 p.m.\nEnjoy an evening of indulgence with Winans Chocolates\, savory bites\, live\nmusical performances\, visual art presentations from talented local artists\,\nand romantic wine tastings. Tickets available at cultureworks.org
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/culture-works-sweet-indulgence/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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SUMMARY:Haunted HeARTs an art-infused Halloween Party Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Haunted HeARTS is a Halloween party like no other\, set in the enchanting and eerie Rotunda of the historic Dayton Arcade. Join us for a spine-tingling celebration of art\, music\, and creativity\, where the works of emerging local artists come to life through hauntingly beautiful installations and live performances. Guests can dance the night away to electrifying DJ sets\, indulge in a wickedly delicious menu by Chef Desmond\, chill in the Heartsiq lounge\, be hipnotized by by Aurora Maur and Lily Datura\, and peer into your future with free tarot readings. Costumes are STRONGLY encouraged\, with a tempting cash prize in our costume contest. For those with VIP tickets\, an exclusive food and wine pairing experience awaits\, masterfully concocted by Chef Nat Castello from Little Fish and sommelier Lauren Gay of Joui Wine. With something for every creature of the night\, Haunted HeARTS is the must-attend event of the season\, blending creativity\, thrills\, and support for great causes in Dayton’s most iconic venue. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Heartsiq and Culture Works\, the Dayton region’s local artists agency and United Arts Fund. \n\nUnforgettable Halloween Night in the iconic Dayton Arcade Rotunda!\nTop DJs DJ BreezyEZ and DJ Kim L setting the perfect party vibe!\nSpecial Performances by Aurora Maur and Lily Datura!\nExperiential Art installations by Sydney Joslin-Knapp\, Blair Ellis\, Tobi Ewing\, SOS Light Show\, Isicle (and more!)\nDelicious Eats by chef Desmond await your tastebuds!\nDance the Night Away in a stunning venue!\nAffordable Tickets for a premium experience – worth every penny!\nCostume Contest with a cash prize!\nFree Tarot Reading by Secret 78 Tarot to answer all your burning questions!\nVIP Dinner and Wine pairing Experience with Chef Nat Castello from Little Fish and Lauren Gay of Joui wine!\n\n$30 Designated Driver Ticket Price: Does not include a drink ticket \n$39 Early Bird Ticket Price: Includes 1 drink ticket and a gift! (Early Bird tix end 10/21!) \n$50 General Admission \n$130 for VIP experience. Limited tickets available. VIP starts at 6:30pm and includes general admission price.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/haunted-hearts-an-art-infused-halloween-party-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Arts & Theater,Charity / Fundraiser,Community,Food & Drink,Holiday,Holidays,Live Music,Music
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SUMMARY:Startup the Block
DESCRIPTION:Launch Dayton & The Entrepreneurs’ Center and Friends of the Dayton Arcade are excited to announce the first annual “Startup the Block”\, a vendor market and block party inside the Arcade’s Rotunda and outside on Fourth Street and Pretzinger Lane. “Startup the Block” will be held on Thursday\, September 12 from 3:00 – 8:00 PM and will serve as the culminating event for Startup Week\, Dayton’s top gathering for new and aspiring entrepreneurs. \nShop from over 30 small business vendors\, browse community partner tables\, enjoy food and beverages from the Arcade’s Fourth Street restaurants and participating food trucks\, and take in live performances in the Rotunda curated by Culture Works. \nOur neighbors are also getting in on the action! Our neighbors at The Windsor Companies will have The Deneau at 40 W. Fourth Street open with additional touring and programming opportunities. The Levitt Pavilion will be rocking at 7:00 PM with a great set of performances. \nDon’t miss this great event to say goodbye to summer and hello to Fourth Street!
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/startup-the-block/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240912T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T105615
CREATED:20240514T115735Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Week Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy music\, food trucks\, and fun! The party wraps up just in time to move down the street for a show at Levitt Pavilion.
URL:https://downtowndayton.org/event/startup-week-block-party/
LOCATION:Dayton Arcade\, 35 W. Fourth St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402
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