Scythian – Celtic Rock
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHGet ready for an amazing live experience with SCYTHIAN at The Brightside in Dayton! SCYTHIAN returns to The Brightside to ...
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The Primetime Blues Band & The Eric Henry Blues Band
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHOn Thursday, March 5, 2026, The Brightside lights up with a stacked lineup celebrating blues in all its grit, groove, ...
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 ...
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, ...
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 ...
LUNAR – presented by KimL
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHKimL presents LUNAR - EDM show celebrating another trip around the sun 02.21.26 | sidedoor - brightside | dyt, oh ...
EMO Night with Flicker // Fade
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHGet ready to scream your favorite lyrics and relive your Warped Tour days—EMO NIGHT is coming to Dayton! Featuring a ...
Dayton Battle of the Bands – Week 5 (Pop / Rock)
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHDAYTON BATTLE OF THE BANDS 2026 – WEEK 5! POP / ROCK NIGHT Thursday, February 12, 2026 | The Brightside ...
Dayton Battle of the Bands Finale
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHJoin us on Saturday, March 7, 2026, as the six winning bands from our playoff rounds compete for the Dayton ...
Bob Marley Bash: Music, Unity & Jamaica Relief
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHJoin us for a night of roots, rhythm, and purpose as we celebrate the life, legacy, and global impact of ...
Dayton Battle of the Bands – Week 4 (Hard Rock / Metal / Punk)
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHGet ready — Week 4 brings the loudest, heaviest, and most high-energy night of the entire series! This week showcases ...
The Princess Bride Movie Party
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 ...
Dayton Battle of the Bands – Week 1 (Alternative / Rock)
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHDayton Battle of the Bands - Week 1 (Alternative / Rock) DAYTON BATTLE OF THE BANDS 2026 KICKS OFF! Week 1: ...
Dayton Silent Disco – Cosplay Party
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHDayton Silent Disco is hosting our annual Cosplay Party on Jan 30th at The Brightside Music and Event Venue! Tickets ...
Dayton Battle of the Bands – Week 3 (Hip Hop / Rap)
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHDAYTON BATTLE OF THE BANDS 2026 – WEEK 3! HIP HOP / RAP NIGHT Thursday, January 29, 2026 | The ...
“Clue” 40th Anniversary Interactive Movie Mystery Party
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHYou're invited Dayton Dinner Theater's famous interactive movie experience with the classic, comedy murder mystery Clue! Themed Food : Mystery ...
Story Swap: Show & Tell
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHStory Swap presents a special Show & Tell storytelling event, featuring professional storytellers sharing true-life stories inspired by a meaningful ...
Dayton Battle of the Bands – Week 2 (Americana / Country / Folk)
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHDAYTON BATTLE OF THE BANDS 2026 CONTINUES! Week 2: Americana / Country / Folk Thursday, January 22, 2026 | The ...
New Year’s Eve Silent Disco & Ball Drop
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHDayton's 8th Annual New Year's Eve Ball Drop & Silent Disco hosted by Zac Pitts! Ring in 2026 at Dayton's ...
Relentless Fest featuring Miss May
The Brightside 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OHRELENTLESS FEST IS BACK! Get ready for an explosive night of heavy music as Relentless Fest returns with a powerhouse lineup ...