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Easter Sunrise Service at Carillon Park
Join us at Deeds Carillon (Carillon Historical Park) for our annual non-denomonational ecumenical Easter Sunrise Service.
First Friday: Spring has Sprung Edition
April 3 First Friday - Downtown is getting ready to celebrate all things spring!
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!
Riverdance 30: The New Generation
Since RIVERDANCE first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide.
Ohio Players
Widely regarded as one of the most influential and innovative funk bands of all time, the OHIO PLAYERS are coming back to Dayton!
Alice Cooper at The Rose
Alice Cooper returns to Dayton in 2026 for Alice's Attic Tour at The Rose Music Center.
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! ⭐
America's Packard Museum Spring Fling
The British Invasion: 250 Years of Revolution—Join us at America's Packard Museum for the 2026 Packard Spring Fling! April 24-25
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships
WGI Sport of the Arts World Championships return to Dayton in 2025. Color Guard, Percussion & Winds Competitions
A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival
Food, Family Fun, Dance & Music - Showcasing the ethnic backgrounds and cultures of Dayton and the greater Miami Valley at A World A'Fair Dayton International Festival.
Curated: A DAI Signature Event
Back for its second year, Curated offers you an opportunity to sample a variety of handcrafted cocktails created by the region’s best bartenders while raising funds for art protection and preservation.
TWIG 45 Mom's Mart
Moms' Mart is a semi-annual sale of gently used clothing, toys and baby items. Proceeds go to Dayton Children's Hospital.
