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April First Friday at the Arcade
The Arcade’s historic concourse will be open on Friday, April 3 from 5–8 PM, welcoming visitors to explore the heart of the complex.
Bob Dylan: Rough And Rowdy Ways Tour
Bob Dylan brings his Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour to the Schuster on April 12, 2026! 🎹 Expect a legendary performance—raw, poetic, and captivating!
Sugar Maple Festival
The annual Sugar Maple Festival in beautiful downtown Bellbrook, Ohio. April 24-26, 2026
Midwest Ceramics Show
OHIO'S ORIGINAL CERAMIC SHOW The Midwest Ceramic Show at the Butler County Fairgrounds. Hundreds of displays will feature everything a hobbyist would need to start, or continue a ceramics tradition!
Small Scale Train Rides at Carillon Park Railroad
Take a ride on the mini-railroad at Carillon Park with the Carillon Park Rail & Steam Society.
Cinco De Mayo Silent Disco with DaytOn1 Salsa & On Par Entertainment
Cinco De Mayo Salsa Silent Disco at On Par Entertainment May 1st at 8PM! Dance, learn salsa, and party all night!
Aullwood Native Plant Sale
Join us for Aullwood's annual Native Plant Sale featuring over 12,000 native wildflowers, trees, shrubs and grasses with over 190 different species. Support birds, pollinators & wildlife in your own backyard!
2026 IFA U.S. National Armwrestling Championship
⭐ United States Armwrestling Association event at Hollywood Gaming April 25-26, 2026 💪 Arm Wrestling Competition for Seniors / Masters / Juniors - Open to U.S. Citizens or Legal Residents (Green Card) - All ages welcome! ⭐
MIX 107.7 Time Warp Prom
Get ready to party like it’s the 1980s! Great for couples, singles, a girls night out, even mini reunions.
Songs of The Carpenters with Helen Welch
Prepare to be “On Top of the World” with internationally acclaimed vocalist, entertainer, and producer Helen Welch.
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships return to Dayton in 2025. Color Guard, Percussion & Winds Competitions
First Friday: Spring has Sprung Edition
April 3 First Friday - Downtown is getting ready to celebrate all things spring!
