11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Dayton Greek Festival
The 68th annual festival celebrates Greek food and pastries, music, dancing, cultural traditions, shopping and church tours.
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Alan Vandergrift
Sep 11, 2026
Trivia Question❓What everyday can-opening device was invented by Ermal Fraze? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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Dayton & Miami Valley Events
Friday, September 11
9:00 AM gates • Main stage begins 1:00 PM
Walnut Hills Farm Bluegrass FestivalTwo days of bluegrass and high-lonesome harmony. Main-stage music begins at 1 PM, with a 5 PM dinner break, evening sets from 6–10 PM and late-night jams.
5:00 – 8:30 PM
End of Summer Bash – Drone & Fireworks ShowAn end-of-summer celebration featuring a 350-drone pyrotechnic show, Rozzi fireworks, The Menus, food trucks, vendors and food and drink specials. 5:30 PM
Downtown Dayton Historic Walking TourA walking exploration of downtown Dayton's retail, industrial, entertainment and residential history. 6:00 PM – Midnight
Springboro OktoberfestAuthentic German food, beer and wine, polka music, dancing, games and a Kids Fun Zone, with proceeds benefiting local charities. 6:00 PM – Midnight
Sister Cities of Vandalia OktoberfestVandalia's Oktoberfest opens Friday evening with German-inspired festivities, food and drink plus DJ Todd Moore and Music Bingo. 6:00 – 11:00 PM
Italian Fall FestaCelebrate Italian heritage with homemade Italian food, family activities, live music and entertainment at this annual community festival. 7:00 PM
Joanne Shaw TaylorBritish blues-rock guitarist and vocalist Joanne Shaw Taylor performs an outdoor lawn concert as part of the Rick & Tawnya Stover Blues Series. Doors 6:30 PM • Show 7:30 PM
The Eagles ProjectAn all-ages Eagles tribute concert presented by Butler County Veterans Service Commission, with food trucks and beverages available. 8:00 – 11:30 PM
Mitchapalooza!Subterranean, Paid Leave and Creatures in Clouds bring a mix of hip-hop and rock to an all-ages show. Saturday, September 129:00 – 11:00 AM
Fall Migration Bird WalkA slow-paced guided bird walk looking for resident and migrating species. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. 9:00 AM gates • Main stage begins 1:00 PM
Walnut Hills Farm Bluegrass FestivalDay two features daytime and evening bluegrass performances, food trucks and late-night jams after the main-stage music concludes. 9:00 AM – Noon
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-offResidents can responsibly dispose of eligible household hazardous materials including cleaners, aerosols, antifreeze, pesticides, adhesives and certain paints. 9:00 AM – Noon
2026 Hamilton Warrior WalkA roughly two-mile charity walk supporting Save A Warrior's mission to help prevent suicide among military veterans. 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Waynesville Street FaireHistoric downtown fills with local artisans, makers, vintage curators, food trucks, live music, children's activities and open shops and eateries. 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Waynesville Underground Railroad TourStep into pre-Civil War Waynesville on a guided tour exploring local people, places and stories connected to the Underground Railroad. 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Re-swap!Bring gently used clothing, household items and garden abundance for a no-money community swap, accompanied by educational sessions and recycled-art activities. 10:00 AM
FiveStar Comic Con Middletown 2026A one-day pop-culture convention with comics, games, anime, manga, guests, 50+ vendors, panels, costume groups and youth and adult cosplay contests. 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Beavercreek Popcorn FestivalThe annual community festival features popcorn, vendors and entertainment throughout the day. Saturday also includes an 8:30 AM 5K run and fitness walk. 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Autumn MadeWell MarketA curated market of small businesses, makers, food trucks and experiences. VIP admission offers first access and additional perks. 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Troy, Ohio Porchfest 2026Forty bands perform from forty porches, with an opening concert, six hours of neighborhood performances, artist and maker village, food trucks and closing concert. 11:00 AM
Great Lakes Shrine Association Shriners ParadeShriners from more than 20 temples across the Great Lakes region parade through Miamisburg with miniature cars, performances and community pageantry. 11:00 AM – Midnight
Springboro OktoberfestSaturday brings a full day of German food, beer and wine, polka music, dancing, games and family activities. 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Dayton Greek FestivalGreek cuisine, pastries, live music, traditional dancing, shopping and cultural experiences continue throughout Saturday. 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Saturday Morning Community TourA guided exploration of the permanent galleries connecting artworks with art, culture, history and the wider world. Noon – Midnight
Sister Cities of Vandalia OktoberfestSaturday includes live German music, dance performances, a stein-holding competition, arts and crafts vendors and family activities. Noon – 11:00 PM
Italian Fall FestaA full Saturday of homemade Italian dishes, live entertainment, Italian heritage and family-friendly festival activities. 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Fighters for Freedom Special Exhibition TourA guided tour of Fighters for Freedom: William H. Johnson Picturing Justice during the exhibition's final weekend. 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Family Open StudioAn open-ended family art-making session with a rotating selection of studio materials. 3:00 – 7:00 PM
Dayton Block PartyA neighborhood celebration with local vendors, shopping, community organizations and a car cruise-in from 4–6 PM. 4:30 PM
Balloon Glow SpectacularThe second annual family event brings hot-air balloons to the fairgrounds for an evening glow spectacle. 7:00 PM
Disney Descendants: The MusicalChildren's Performing Arts of Miamisburg presents the Disney stage musical outdoors, with The Royal Academy as the opening act. 7:00 – 10:00 PM
Summer Concert Series – Ryan Adams & the SOB'sBring a chair for an outdoor evening concert under the stars at Jasper Kitchen + Bar. 7:00 – 11:00 PM
Dancing in the Street – The Fries BandThe summer street-concert season closes with The Fries Band. Chairs are welcome, coolers are prohibited and DORA beverages are available. 7:00 PM
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Son del CaribeSon del Caribe brings Latin and Caribbean rhythms to Levitt Pavilion for a free Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. Sunday, September 1310:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Autumn MadeWell MarketSunday morning shopping with small-business vendors, makers, food trucks and other market experiences. 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Dayton Greek FestivalThe Greek Festival concludes Sunday with food, pastries, music, dancing, cultural activities and shopping. 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Beavercreek Popcorn FestivalDay two of the annual festival includes vendors, entertainment and a car show, with registration beginning at 9 AM and the show running noon–4 PM. Noon – 5:00 PM
2nd Sundays in Historic SpringboroHistoric Springboro businesses open alongside local vendors for an afternoon of shopping and supporting independent businesses. Noon – 8:00 PM
Italian Fall FestaThe Italian Fall Festa concludes with homemade food, music, entertainment and a celebration of Italian heritage. Noon – 5:00 PM
Final Day: Fighters for Freedom – William H. Johnson Picturing JusticeFinal opportunity to see the Dayton Art Institute's special exhibition devoted to William H. Johnson's imagery of justice and freedom. 1:00 – 3:00 PM • Free after 1:00 PM
Autumn MadeWell Market – Free Admission PeriodThe final two hours of the MadeWell Market offer free admission for browsing local makers and small-business vendors. 2:00 PM
Disney Descendants: The MusicalSunday matinee of Children's Performing Arts of Miamisburg's outdoor production of the Disney musical. 6:00 PM
Disney Descendants: The MusicalFinal Sunday performance of the free outdoor Disney musical at Riverfront Park. Monday, September 1412:30 PM
5th Annual Dayton Swing for CharityA charity golf event presented by Knights of Columbus Council 14400 supporting Ohio Purple Hearts and local Knights of Columbus charities. 6:00 – 8:00 PM
History, Mystery, Mayhem and MurderA two-hour walking tour recounting true Dayton murder cases and people buried at Woodland. Contains graphic subject matter and is not recommended for children. Wednesday, September 166:00 – 8:00 PM
Influential & Notable African Americans at WoodlandExplore Woodland's mausoleum and grounds while hearing stories about influential and notable African Americans interred at the historic cemetery. Thursday, September 173:00 PM – continuing through the weekend
Flea Market, Tractor Pull & Engine ShowA multi-day gathering with flea-market vendors, food vendors, tractor pulls, engines and camping. The event continues beyond this guide's Friday cutoff. 5:00 – 8:00 PM
5 After 5 at the MuseumAn evening-hours museum program at the Dayton Art Institute. 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Girls Night Out in Historic SpringboroThe year's final Girls Night Out invites visitors to shop, sip and stroll through participating businesses while collecting stamps for prize entries. 6:00 PM
Fifth Street Gives Back – Not Today CancerFifth Street Brewpub partners with a local nonprofit, donating 10% of sales and all raffle proceeds to the featured organization. 6:00 – 7:00 PM
“We Won't Move!”: How the Model Cities Program Sparked a Community Movement in DaytonA local-history program examining Dayton's Model Cities era and the community movement that developed around it. 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Music Bingo!Popular songs replace bingo numbers in this music-themed game beside the RiverScape Café. Food and drinks are available for purchase. 7:00 PM
University of Dayton Adult Music ProgramNew Horizons ensembles and the Celebration Chorus perform a free community concert at Levitt Pavilion. 7:30 – 10:30 PM
Electronic Music: Isicle + Extraordinary Twins + HaliconAn evening of electronic music featuring Isicle, Extraordinary Twins and Halicon. Friday, September 18Daytime
Fine Art Faculty Exhibition Featuring Kevin HarrisA Sinclair gallery exhibition highlighting fine-art faculty work and featuring Kevin Harris. 5:15 PM
Sara Evans in Concert Honoring Our VeteransSara Evans headlines Operation Cherrybend's public veterans-week event with food trucks, live and silent auctions, a songwriter round and recognition of combat veterans. 5:30 PM
Downtown Dayton Historic Walking TourA guided walk through downtown sites associated with Dayton's retail, industrial, entertainment and residential history. 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Live Music at Hidden Valley OrchardsAn evening of live music beneath the orchard lights, with slushies, donuts and other orchard offerings available. 6:30 PM
Air Force Marathon – Aim High Challenge 5KThe new Aim High Challenge begins with Friday evening's 5K before participants return Saturday for the 10K, half marathon or full marathon. 7:30 PM
Cracking the Serial Killer Code: An Evening with Katherine RamslandForensic psychology and true-crime author Katherine Ramsland presents an evening program examining serial killers and criminal investigation. |
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: The pull-tab beverage can - Fraze developed a self-contained opening tab after attending a picnic without a can opener. The Fraze Pavilion in Kettering is named after him. |