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The Pur-fect Pour: A SICSA Adoption and Fundraising Event
2025-09-16 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Joui Wine, 117 East 3rd Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Come play with adoptable kittens, grab a drink, listen to a free DJ set, or even get a pet-themed tattoo! All ages, free entry.

DMBA's 10th Annual Taste of Homeownership Benefitting Rebuilding Together
2025-09-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Cox Arboretum, 6733 Springboro Pike, Dayton, OH, 45449, United States
Come out and try some great wines for a great cause! Hosted by Dayton Mortgage Bankers Association, Benefitting Rebuilding Together Dayton, this event is in its 10th year!!

Pottery & Pints Fall Fundraiser
2025-09-19 17:00 - 21:00 | The Barrel Room, 305 N Walnut St, Ste B, Yellow Springs, OH, 45387, United States

14th Annual Wake the Dead Ride
2025-09-20 14:30 - 17:30 | Buckeye Harley Davidson, 7220 N Dixie Dr, Dayton, OH, 45414, United States
14th Annual Wake the Dead Ride
Saturday, September 20, 2025
33-Mile Police-Led Ride from Buckeye Harley-Davidson to Land of Illusion Scream Park
The haunted ride you wait for all year is back — and we’re going all in to give you a killer experience without raising ticket prices.
We’re keeping prices right where they were last year, because this ride has always been about the community, the thrill, and doing some good along the way. We’ve made a few small adjustments to make that possible, but the ride, the energy, and the reason we do it? That’s all still here—loud and strong.
TICKET PRICING

General Admission – $50
VIP Fast Pass – $75

Tickets are available online via Eventbrite (fees apply) and in-store at Buckeye Harley-Davidson.
• Waiver Required for all ride participants
• All wheels welcome
EVENT SHIRTS

In-store ticket purchases include a free event shirt, while supplies last
Online ticket purchases do not include a shirt
Want one? Purchase your ticket in-store early—they go fast.

WAKE THE DEAD HOODIES

Available by pre-order online only
Does not include park or ride admission
Order deadline: September 1
Pick-up starts: September 15 or on the day of the ride

RIDE DAY DETAILS

Check-in: Opens at 2:30 PM at Buckeye Harley-Davidson®
Kickstands Up: 5:30 PM sharp for a 33-mile police-led ride
Riders receive a physical ticket at check-in
Upon arrival at Land of Illusion, trade your ticket for your official park wristband
Land of Illusion Opens at 6:00 PM to Wake the Dead participants
We’ll be the first to enter the haunt for the night — with designated parking and free shuttle access

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Your physical ticket will not be replaced if lost or misplaced.
Do not lose your ticket between check-in and the park — it is required for park entry.
Proceeds from Wake The Dead 2025 will be donated to Adopt a Pit Rescue & For The Love of Children (FLOC)
⚠️ NOTICE

22nd Annual Rubber Duck Regatta
2025-09-20 16:00 - 17:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Watch over 20,000 rubber ducks race down the Great Miami River to support United Rehabilitation Services (URS) and its mission to provide vital programs for local children and adults with disabilities.

Event Day Highlights:

Part of the Hispanic Heritage Festival (starts at 11am)
Family fun, music, food, and the fan-favorite Quacky Kids Parade
Ducks drop into the river between 4:15 and 4:30 PM — don’t miss the splash!

How to Get Involved:
🐥 Adopt a duck at www.daytonducks.com
🍗 Visit any Greater Dayton Buffalo Wild Wings
🥪 Stop by Jersey Mike’s Subs
📱 Text DUCK to 24365
📞 Call the Duck Hotline: 937-235-DUCK (3825)
Every duck adopted helps change lives. Will your duck be the lucky one?

Punchlines for a Purpose
2025-09-20 19:30 | Bricky’s Comedy Club, 319 S 2nd St, Miamisburg, OH, 45342, United States
A charity comedy show where the ticket proceeds go to benefit 4 Paws for Ability, a non-profit organization that places service dogs with children, adults and veterans with disabilities

ALS Dayton Walk
2025-09-21 09:30 - 11:00 | Day Air Ballpark, 220 North Patterson Boulevard, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
We are so thrilled you are joining us for WalkALS at Day Air Ballpark on Sunday, September 21, 2025!
T-Shirts
Only registered participants who raise $100 will get a t-shirt. This benefit is awarded to individuals, not teams or unregistered donors, so make sure the donations to your personal fundraising record add up!
In addition to working toward one for yourself, you should spread the word to encourage your friends, family, and coworkers to earn their very own shirt.

Paw-Ty on the Patio!
2025-09-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Crooked Handle Brewing Co., 760 N Main St, Springboro, OH, 45066, United States
Crooked Handle, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and Hollywood Feed are joining forces to throw a Paw-Ty on the Patio!! There will be plenty of Pup Cups to go around, some puppy pools to keep everyone cool, Crooked Handle bandanas and we will be raffling off baskets. All proceeds will go directly to Lucky Tales Rescue

Patio Party for A Purpose
2025-09-22 18:30 | Heather’s Coffee & Cafe, 505 South Main Street, Springboro, OH, 45066, United States
Enjoy great food, live music and win prizes with ALL proceeds going to support Pediatric Mental Health at Dayton Children’s Hospital. The Terrific Women In Giving (TWIG 33 & 11) invite you to Heather’s Cafe for their incredible atmosphere, food and drinks while listening to Velvet Crush Unplugged. Silent Auction, Basket Raffle, 50/50 Raffle, and Dine-O-Rama (over 100 gift certificates for local restaurants).

Tickets $45/person include 2 drink tickets, appetizers and deserts. TWIGs have been supporting Dayton Children’s for 60 years, come celebrate with us

Lederhosen Lunch @ DAI Oktoberfest
2025-09-26 11:00 - 13:30 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Raise your glass for the return of Oktoberfest, presented by Miller Lite, taking place September 26-28, 2025 on the museum grounds!
A Dayton tradition established in 1971, DAI’s Oktoberfest is southwest Ohio’s longest-running Oktoberfest celebration and the museum’s largest annual fundraiser. Money raised by Oktoberfest helps support everything we do at the Dayton Art Institute.
Join us on Friday, September 26 as we kick off Oktoberfest weekend with the annual Lederhosen Lunch, followed by the Preview Party.
Oktoberfest Hours
Lederhosen Lunch: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.- free to attend
Preview Party: 7-11 p.m.
Oktoberfest – Saturday: Noon-11 p.m.
Oktoberfest – Sunday: Noon-7 p.m.
PARKING & SHUTTLES
Park for free at the University of Dayton parking lot on River Park Drive, between Patterson Blvd & Main St, behind the Dayton Marriott. From the lot, catch the free Oktoberfest shuttle directly to the event. The shuttle runs Friday evening for Preview Party and all day Saturday and Sunday for Oktoberfest.
Greater Dayton RTA will also provide free shuttles from downtown Dayton to Oktoberfest on Saturday and Sunday, as well as to Friday’s Lederhosen Lunch.
See our website for more details.
TICKETS
Saturday/Sunday General Admission
Advance Tickets: $12 adults; $8 seniors (60+) & youth (7-18); weekend pass $20
At the Gate: $15 adults; $10 seniors & youth; weekend pass $25
Children 6 and under admitted free
Tickets for Oktoberfest go on sale on August 6. Presale General Admission tickets for Saturday and Sunday are available online or at the Dayton Art Institute during regular museum hours. Please check our website for more details.
All proceeds from the event are to help benefit The Dayton Art Institute. This is one Dayton tradition you won’t want to miss!

Dining in the Dark: Speakeasy Edition
2025-09-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Amber Rose, OH, United States
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Step back in time and into the shadows for an unforgettable night of mystery, music, and multisensory magic.

Join us for Dining in the Dark: Speakeasy Edition, a one-of-a-kind culinary adventure where you’ll dine blindfolded in complete darkness. Without sight, your senses of taste, touch, smell, and texture perception come alive—every bite becomes a surprise, every sip an exploration. You won’t know what’s on your plate until the big reveal at the end!

This year’s event takes place in a fully decked-out Roaring Twenties speakeasy setting at Amber Rose Restaurant & Catering.Period dress is encouraged but not required—think pearls, feathers, fedoras, and fringe.

Live jazz performance to set the mood Raffle prizes from generous local businesses Immersive tactile art experience previewing the 2025 Beyond Vision Art show, Art in the Final Frontier (on view this October at Dayton Metro Library) Silent auction of a handcrafted wooden clock by Jim Morgan, The Blind Clockmaker

Whether you’re flying solo or bringing your whole gang, this night promises surprise, laughter, and plenty of “I didn’t expect that” moments.

All proceeds support Beyond Vision Art’s mission to establish a permanent art gallery in Dayton showcasing work by and for the visually impaired community.

Seats are limited. Don’t miss out on this immersive, elegant, and delightfully disorienting evening!

Doors Open at 6 pm, Dinner is Served at 7

Oktoberfest Preview Party 2025
2025-09-26 19:00 - 23:00 | Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton, OH, 45405, USA
Oktoberfest Preview Party at the DAI
The annual Oktoberfest Preview Party takes place on the Friday of Oktoberfest weekend, 7-11 p.m. Preview Party guests enjoy great socializing in a casual, less-crowded atmosphere.
Oktoberfest includes a fully covered Main Stage area and Food Court, plus a TV Tent with four big-screen TVs for all the weekend sports action. Live music is featured on two stages throughout the weekend: traditional German music in the Food Court and a variety of bands on the Main Stage. The Oktoberfest Artisans will return in 2025, offering a wide range of unique items for sale.
Friday, September 26, 2025
7-11 p.m.
Tickets: Purchase early & save!
Advance tickets: $55 museum members; $75 non-members
All tickets purchased after 4 p.m. on September 26 are $95.

DAI Oktoberfest
2025-09-27 12:00 - 23:00, 2025-09-28 12:00 - 19:00 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Raise your glass for the return of Oktoberfest, presented by Miller Lite, taking place September 26-28, 2025 on the museum grounds!
A Dayton tradition established in 1971, DAI’s Oktoberfest is southwest Ohio’s longest-running Oktoberfest celebration and the museum’s largest annual fundraiser. Money raised by Oktoberfest helps support everything we do at the Dayton Art Institute.
Join us on Friday, September 26 as we kick off Oktoberfest weekend with the annual Lederhosen Lunch, followed by the Preview Party.
Oktoberfest Hours
Lederhosen Lunch: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Preview Party: 7-11 p.m.
Oktoberfest – Saturday: Noon-11 p.m.
Oktoberfest – Sunday: Noon-7 p.m.
PARKING & SHUTTLES
Park for free at the University of Dayton parking lot on River Park Drive, between Patterson Blvd & Main St, behind the Dayton Marriott. From the lot, catch the free Oktoberfest shuttle directly to the event. The shuttle runs Friday evening for Preview Party and all day Saturday and Sunday for Oktoberfest.
Greater Dayton RTA will also provide free shuttles from downtown Dayton to Oktoberfest on Saturday and Sunday, as well as to Friday’s Lederhosen Lunch.
See our website for more details.
TICKETS
Saturday/Sunday General Admission
Advance Tickets: $12 adults; $8 seniors (60+) & youth (7-18); weekend pass $20
At the Gate: $15 adults; $10 seniors & youth; weekend pass $25
Children 6 and under admitted free
Tickets for Oktoberfest go on sale on August 6. Presale General Admission tickets for Saturday and Sunday are available online or at the Dayton Art Institute during regular museum hours. Please check our website for more details.
All proceeds from the event are to help benefit The Dayton Art Institute. This is one Dayton tradition you won’t want to miss!

Greene County Historical Society Ghost Walk South Tour
2025-09-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Greene County Ohio Historical Society, 74 West Church Street in, Xenia, OH, 45385, USA
Meet at the Greene County Historical Society
Brantley Carriage House
74 W Church St
Xenia, OH 45385
Join GCHS Board Member and fan of all things paranormal, Nick Shank, on the annual Ghost Walk! During the tour, enjoy the sights of the historical properties along the route, while Nick describes stories recorded from first-hand witnesses of ghostly encounters in these homes. With 3 tour routes to choose from, even returning attendees will get to hear something new each time! This ghost tour will begin with a brief tour with highlights of the Trebein-Flynn House, and then will proceed down King Street and cover a portion of Galloway and will create a circle back to where we began.
Reserve your ticket today as space is limited: gchsxo.org. $15 per person

Wagging Tails Bulldog Benefit
2025-09-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Trail Town Brewing, 101 Corry St, Yellow Springs, OH, United States
Get on over to Trail Town Brewing on Sunday September 28th from 2pm to 5pm and meet some adorable bulldogs! Enjoy live music from 3 to 5pm & ask about the beer special to benefit the rescue!

Greene County Historical Society Ghost Walk NorthTour
2025-09-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Greene County Ohio Historical Society, 74 West Church Street in, Xenia, OH, 45385, USA
Greene County Historical Society
Brantley Carriage House
74 W Church St
Xenia, OH 45385
Join GCHS Board Member and fan of all things paranormal, Nick Shank, on the annual Ghost Walk! During the tour, enjoy the sights of the historical properties along the route,while Nick describes stories recorded from first-hand witnesses of ghostly encounters in these homes. With 3 tour routes to choose from, even returning attendees will get to hear something new each time! This ghost tour will begin with a brief tour with highlights of the Trebein-Flynn House, and then will jump approximately halfway down King Street to the Samuel Patterson House, continue down the street, cover one portion of Galloway, and end with the Halder’s residence toward the North end of King Street. This tour will require more walking than the South tour, and will not end back at GCHS.
Reserve your ticket today as space is limited: gchsxo.org. $15 per person.

Greene County Historical Society Ghost Walk South Tour
2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Greene County Ohio Historical Society, 74 West Church Street in, Xenia, OH, 45385, USA
Greene County Historical Society
Brantley Carriage House
74 W Church St
Xenia, OH 45385
Join GCHS Board Member and fan of all things paranormal, Nick Shank, on the annual Ghost Walk! During the tour, enjoy the sights of the historical properties along the route, while Nick describes stories recorded from first-hand witnesses of ghostly encounters in these homes. With 3 tour routes to choose from, even returning attendees will get to hear something new each time! This ghost tour will begin with a brief tour with highlights of the Trebein-Flynn House, and then will proceed down King Street and cover a portion of Galloway and will create a circle back to where we began.
Reserve your ticket today as space is limited: gchsxo.org. $15 per person.

Punkin' Chuckin' Palooza
2025-10-04 11:00 - 14:00 | Good Works Farm, P.O. Box 52, Miamisburg, OH, 45343, USA
Join us for our annual Fall Family Fun Day on the Farm! Enjoy games, a haunted house, animals, our fun-filled Punkin chuckin trebuchet and so much more! Our friends at ShowDogs HotDogs and Special Neat Treats will be at the event for people to buy a snack or sweet treat!
All proceeds from this event will go towards helping our farmers grow here at Good Works Farm!

Flavors of Fall
2025-10-04 15:00 - 18:00 | SunWatch Indian Village, 2301 West River Road, Dayton, OH, 45418, usa
The Dayton Society of Natural History (DSNH) invites the community to celebrate the tastes of the season with Flavors of Fall, a one-of-a-kind outdoor, rain or shine dining experience at SunWatch Village. This year’s event, held on Saturday, October 4, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., features an elevated new twist: wine pairings curated by Joui Wine, bringing prestige and culinary artistry to Dayton’s favorite fall tradition.

Joui Wine is an establishment comprised of wine enthusiasts based in downtown Dayton, and shares their passion with the community through curated retail selections, an acclaimed bar program, chef-driven small plates, tastings, and special events, making them a perfect partner for this year’s Flavors of Fall. Joui’s owner and CMS Certified Sommelier, Lauren Gay, has curated wine tastings to go along with the event’s fall bites and flavors.

“It’s an honor to partner with SunWatch for the first time,” says Gay. “I’ve curated wines that highlight the flavors of the season—apples, honey, and more—while celebrating a historic part of our community. Flavors of Fall is about enjoying food, wine, and learning together, all while supporting something bigger than ourselves.”

Set against the backdrop of SunWatch, guests will savor a seasonal menu featuring Ohio’s fall bounty, from apples and honey to squash, corn, and bison, thoughtfully paired with Joui Wines selection of wines. A cash bar curated by Joui ensures additional offerings for those who wish to explore beyond the pairings.

The evening is designed for all ages, making it a family-friendly and foodie-friendly event. Guests will enjoy guided tours and educational programming that illuminates the vibrancy of the village that once stood along the banks of the Great Miami River. “Flavors of Fall is a great time to come out and enjoy community, conversation, and the beautiful SunWatch Village,” said Tracey Tomme, Director and CEO of the Dayton Society of Natural History. “With Joui Wines curating the wine experience this year, we’re thrilled to bring a new level of sophistication to the event, while still keeping it welcoming and family-friendly.”

Tickets include food tastings, curated alcohol offerings, and all scheduled activities. A cash bar will be available as will non-alcoholic drinks. Tickets are $35 for adults (ages 12 and up) and $15 for children under 12. Advance purchase is recommended, as space is limited. Tickets are available now at https://boonshoft.org/events/flavors-of-fall/.

SunWatch Village is located at 2301 West River Rd., Dayton, OH 45418. A National Historic Landmark, SunWatch is operated by the Dayton Society of Natural History, which also oversees the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery.

For more information, please don’t hesitate to contact the Dayton Society of Natural History at (937) 275-7431 or visit www.sunwatch.org.

Pour with a Purpose
2025-10-05 13:00 - 16:00 | Heather’s Coffee & Cafe, 505 South Main Street, Springboro, OH, 45066, United States
Join us in raising a glass to those who serve on the frontlines in Warren County. Enjoy a variety of wines to sample accompanied by a vast Grazing Table for attendees.

Spettacolo! Art Dinner 2025
2025-10-06 18:30 - 22:00 | The Contemporary Dayton, 118 N Jefferson St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
ART DINNER 2025
Monday, October 6, 2025
6:30-10P

The most anticipated art-immersive dining experience of the Miami Valley party season–a sell-out 3 years running!
Cocktails & Mocktails / 6-course dinner / limited to 100 guests
Secret downtown Dayton location revealed 24 hours before event / attire: GLAM
The Co’s Art Dinner is an unforgettable evening celebrating the impact of art in Dayton. The evening unfolds with an elegant cocktail hour and seated dinner, with a surprise performance and decor. By supporting The Co, you play a direction role in ambitious exhibitions, enriching arts education, and vital resources for creatives that center the arts and artists as essential in the community.

Chefs: Casey & Patrick Van Voorhis, Grist Provisions and Resonant
Performance: TheatreLab Dayton, with an original production by Philip Drennen
Design & Decor: Chris “Red” Newman, Cheeky Monkey Designs

Balance & Bliss For Breast Wishes
2025-10-08 18:00 - 20:00 | The Brightside Event & Music Venue, 905 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Wine & Yoga for a Cause
Join us for a relaxing and joy-filled evening led by Breast Wishes Founder and E-RYT 500 yoga instructor, Elesha Snyder.
Gentle yoga class (perfect for all levels—no experience needed!) Live acoustic guitar to set the mood Your favorite wines, plus snacks & sweet treats Raffle prizes you won’t want to miss!
All in the gorgeous loft space at The Brightside.Please bring a mat and any props you’d like.
This event is for 21+

Dogtoberfest for the Clark County SPCA!
2025-10-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Brandeberry Winery, 5118 W Jackson Rd, Enon, OH, 45323, United States
It’s that time again to dust off the dog costumes or start working on making one cause Dogtoberfest is almost here!Dogtoberfest is our biggest event of the year and it’s a fundraiser for the Clark County SPCA! The homeless animals need our help so mark your calendars and tell your friends cause we need your support at this event. The public is invited to bring their well-behaved dogs to the winery on 6 foot or shorter leashes. No extendable leashes please. We have a costume contest with judging and prizes at 3pm. If you don’t have a fur friend to bring no worries cause the SPCA will be conducting adoptions at the event. The winery will be offering $15 wine tastings with a special souvenir stemless Dogtoberfest wine glass to take home. We are also bringing out a brand new ultra special wine we have been working hard on! It’s a sweet orange creamsicle flavored wine called Orange Pupsicle that will make your tastebuds burst with happiness. From every bottle of Orange Pupsicle we sell at Dogtoberfest we will donate $5 to the SPCA. So please make sure to show up to the event or order your bottles online that day! There will be live music with Skip Hoyt from 1-4pm. Freddies Franks and Burgers and The Flying Pepper foodtrucks will be onsite so come hungry. There will be basket raffles, a 50/50 raffle, vendors, hoodie sales, and a bake sale all to benefit the SPCA. Pawz to Pose will be taking dog photos in the garage of the house next to the winery. $10 of each photo is donated to the SPCA so make sure to get your dogs photo taken. There is a $5 a car parking donation so please bring some cash for the parking and raffle tickets. We are so very excited for this event and are hoping for lots of support from the community!

Greene County Historical Society Ghost Walk NorthTour
2025-10-11 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Greene County Ohio Historical Society, 74 West Church Street in, Xenia, OH, 45385, USA
Greene County Historical Society
Brantley Carriage House
74 W Church St
Xenia, OH 45385
Join GCHS Board Member and fan of all things paranormal, Nick Shank, on the annual Ghost Walk! During the tour, enjoy the sights of the historical properties along the route, while Nick describes stories recorded from first-hand witnesses of ghostly encounters in these homes. With 3 tour routes to choose from, even returning attendees will get to hear something new each time! This ghost tour will begin with a brief tour with highlights of the Trebein-Flynn House, and then will jump approximately halfway down King Street to the Samuel Patterson House, continue down the street, cover one portion of Galloway, and end with the Halder’s residence toward the North end of King Street. This tour will require more walking than the South tour, and will not end back at GCHS.
Reserve your ticket today as space is limited: gchsxo.org. $15 per person

Enon Apple Butter Run Walk
2025-10-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Greenon Junior High School, 510 Enon-Xenia Rd, Enon, OH, 45323, United States
Run, Walk, Support!
Join us at the Enon 5K Run/Walk! A fun, community-focused event where proceeds benefit ASW and the Greenon Cross Country Team.

Register by September 30 to get a free race T‑shirt!
Whether you run fast or walk for fun, come out and support local causes.

October 12th @ Greenon School (510 Enon-Xenia Rd)
https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Enon/Enon5kRunWalk
All proceeds go toward ASW + Greenon XC

Let’s make this year’s 5K our best one yet, bring friends, family, your walking shoes, and your spirit!
