Things to do in Dayton | Restaurants, Theatre, Music and More
The John Doe Folk Trio is the latest project from the X frontman. Formed in his home of Austin, TX, the trio recorded Doe’s latest album “Fables In a Foreign Land” and consists of Doe, bassist Kevin Smith and drum Conrad Choucron.
Anna p.s. is a nationally touring artist who has been entertaining audiences since 2016. She has traversed most of the states as a one-woman-symphony with guitar, foot percussion, flute, and more. She plays original tunes alongside a unique mix of covers across multiple genres and eras.
“Anna and her music are one and the same. Both are genuine. Both are honest. Both are irresistible. You’ll love the simple and true emotion of her songs, her spare instrumentation and the plaintive clarity of her vocals. As a bonus, if you get the chance to see her perform live and to chat with her, you’ll love her, too.” – Al Kniola, The Back Porch, 88.1 WVPE Public Radio
Join us for great Food, drinks and Acoustic Shenanigans!
Etana rose to prominence in 2006 with an inimitable musical style that resists categorization. She is a mesmerizing performer whose vocals are as culturally defining as South Africa’s Miriam Makeba or Jamaica’s Marcia Griffiths and as dynamic as classic Whitney Houston. People are so consistently enthralled by Etana‘s music that several of “Free Expressions’” songs topped the charts in Jamaica and reggae charts internationally.
The Luv Locz Experiment is a Reggae infused funk’n soul band based out of Dayton, Ohio. The band was founded by Romair ‘Jay-Vez’ Hicks and Anthony ‘Saxtone’ Arrington in 2016. Since it’s creation. the founders added an additional seven members to create a unique sound that brings the perfect energy for any occasion. From original music to their own twist on your favorite tunes, you will be taken away from your seat and transported to the islands to dance your troubles away. Come witness the funk in reggae soul live.
Reservations can be booked by clicking o one of the dates below. For safety, the event
may be moved indoors if inclement weather is forecasted.
| Jazz on the Green Entertainers | ||
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| June 7 Jazz Deron Bell Sold Out |
June 14 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve |
June 21 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve |
| June 28 Jazz Deron Bell Reserve |
July 5 Jazz Deron Bell Reserve |
July 12 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve |
| July 19 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve |
July 26 Jazz Deron Bell Reserve |
August 2 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve |
| August 9 Jazz Deron Bell Reserve |
August 16 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve |
August 23 Jazz Paul Caver Reserve |
Tom Petty Tribute Band, Practically Petty has been mesmerizing audiences since 2009. Every performance is true to the spirit and essence of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
The group also prides itself on using the same equipment as the Heartbreakers so as not to leave any stone unturned.
Their extensive song catalog includes all of Petty’s hits with the Heartbreakers as well as his solo work and other side projects like The Traveling Wilburys
A New York City-based singer, producer and multi-instrumentalist, with over 3 million streams on Spotify. His most recent studio EP, “Our Father” is described as being “as evocative sonically as it is lyrically.” With songs running the full gamut from deep soul grooves, to 80s-r&b-surf rock, Our Father gives Garth. the space to be reflective, jubilant and mournful. Garth. is a successful touring artist with performance highlights including shows at Carnegie Hall, Apollo Theater, Brooklyn Bowl, Bowery Ballroom and Irving Plaza.
The Miami Valley is full of free music this summer. Here’s a run down of some of the places you can catch a free concert:
With free concerts from June to mid- September, bring a lawn chairs (or rent one for $5) and blankets, pack a picnic, BYOB (no glass bottles). If weather requires a show cancellation, updates also a posted on the Levitt Pavilion Dayton’s website, Facebook page and Twitter.
There are two VIP patios to either side of the Levitt lawn that are available for private receptions. This is a great area to utilize for parties, company outings, and clients. It is $1000 to rent the larger patio and $500 for the smaller for the night. They provide tables, chairs, and linens. You are welcome to bring in catering for your group.
The Five Rivers MetroParks RiverScape Summer Music series kicks off and is divided into 3 series:
Pickin’ in the Park is a free, all-ages event that features live, progressive bluegrass music and food trucks from 6 to 10 pm on select Friday nights. This year’s lineup is:
R&B Hot Summer Music: These free concerts are held on select Fridays from 7:30 to 9:30 pm and presented by Buckeye Health Plan.
Big Band Nights: These free concerts are held select Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
All RiverScape Summer Music series concerts are free. Check out the Five Rivers MetroParks website for a full schedule and concert updates.
Stubbs Park provides a great setting for theses free community concerts. Bring your own chairs or blankets and plan on arriving early- these shows bring out big crowds.
All concerts are free and organized by the Centerville Arts Commission.
The concert series runs throughout June and July on Sundays from 7-8 pm
Free Concerts on select Saturdays June – September at the Eichelberger Amphitheater in Huber Heights from 6-9pm.
All events are free to the public. Schedule subject to change. Please bring blankets, chairs, food and beverages. Food/beverage sales during event subject to availability.
Bring your own seating. We’ll have concessions and a variety of food trucks. Friday and Saturday, July 1 shows include beer sales.
The 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season of free concerts at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton kicks off Thursday, June 1st with audience favorite, The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band at 7PM. All concerts in the Eichelberger Concert Season begin at 7PM* and are free and open to the public.
The Levitt Pavilion is in the heart of downtown Dayton at the corner of 5th and Main Street and boasts the gorgeous CareSource lawn providing a green space amid Dayton’s urban core. Levitt Dayton’s free concerts have become a beloved tradition within the community, drawing music enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds to experience the joy of live music.
“Music has the power to bring people together and uplift our spirits,” said Lisa Wagner, Executive Director of Levitt Dayton. “We are excited to kick off our sixth season and we invite everyone to join us for an unforgettable evening of music and celebration.”
Concerts at the Levitt Pavilion are held every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday through September 16 – apart from July 27-29. Audiences are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs, blankets and coolers with outside food and drink – including alcohol, although glass is prohibited. Food trucks will be present at each concert and beverages are available for purchase as well. Lawn chairs can be rented for a $5 donation.
For more information about Levitt Dayton and the full lineup of concerts, please visitwww.levittdayton.org.
Get ready for a summer of great music at the West Carrollton Summer Concert Series! Join us for our monthly Summer Concert events, located at West Carrollton Center (right across from the fire station and beside the sand volleyball court) from 7-9pm. We promise to bring you fresh tunes every month, so grab your friends and come out for an evening of fantastic music.
The Liars are excited to announce that we will be repeating one of our favorite outdoor shows from last summer!
We will be boldly broadcasting a broad barrage of our best bangers before bedtime in the biergarten for your beguilement!
Come on out and see us while you enjoy some of the best beer and tunes the city has to offer! All ages are welcome so bring the bambinos!
You’ve never heard violin like this! The world’s premier visionary violinist, Dixon’s life mission is to inspire people – and he has done so at over 1,000 concerts across North America, including giving four TED talks/performances, over ten years at Burning Man and Electric Forest, plus radio, TV, and film appearances. A former technology leader and symphony violinist, Dixon walked away from a distinguished career to follow his dream full-time, and invented a whole new music genre. Dixon now improvises on a 5-string electric violin with a looping system he developed to create an all-live one-man symphony, guided by his remarkable personal story of life transformation.
Wednesday, May 17 at The Brightside
7:00 PM Doors Open
7:30 PM J-Rose Loops
8:30 PM Dixon’s Violin
10:00 PM Zak & What Army?
Tickets only $15 online
Tickets $20 at the door if still available
When Curb Records recording artist, Lee Brice, isn’t selling out arenas, writing and recording songs, or building new brands like American Born whiskey, you’ll find the family man with his wife Sara, two young boys, and daughter. Meanwhile, with over 3 billion on-demand streams, and over 3.6 billion spins on Pandora, Brice continues to enjoy massive success at country radio, digital streaming services, and on the road. He recently reached #1 at Country Radio with “Memory I Don’t Mess With,” which consecutively follows three prior #1s: ASCAP’s 2021 Country Song of the Year “One of Them Girls,” “I Hope You’re Happy Now” with Carly Pearce, and “Rumor,” which was nominated in the category Single of The Year at the 55th Annual ACM Awards. One of the most-played country artists of all time on Pandora, he was the second country artist behind Keith Urban to receive the Pandora Billionaire plaque. Lee is also a GRAMMY nominee, a CMA and ACM award winner, and he’s taken nine radio singles to Number One: “A Woman Like You,” “Hard to Love,” “I Drive Your Truck,” “I Don’t Dance,” “Drinking Class,” “Rumor,” “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” “One of Them Girls,” and “Memory I Don’t Mess With.” Garth Brooks, Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney and others have recorded his songs, and he’s performed on numerous TV shows, including NBC’s Today, ABC’s The Bachelor, NBC’s The Voice and FOX’s Miss USA 2018. Lee performed as part of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song honoring Garth Brooks, aired on PBS March of 2020. At the 54th Annual CMA Awards, Lee took home the prize for Musical Event of the Year for his song with Carly Pearce, “I Hope You’re Happy Now.” At the 56th ACM Awards, “I Hope You’re Happy Now” won Single of the Year and Music Event of the Year, and Lee and Carly Pearce performed the song live. Lee’s latest album, Hey World, features new radio single “Soul.”
