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GREATER DAYTON AND BEYOND
MAY EVENTS: 2026 SCHEDULE
May is packed with festivals, markets, live music, races, and community celebrations across the Miami Valley. From outdoor events and family-friendly fun to local concerts and seasonal markets, there’s something happening in every corner. Browse by county and start planning your month.
Butler County
Time Travel Trail
Through Dec 31 | Butler Township
A self-guided historical trail featuring 47 sites across Butler County, highlighting local stories and landmarks tied to America’s 250th anniversary.
Dave’s Old Time Music
Through May 29 | 5:30 PM – 9 PM | Trenton
Live bluegrass, gospel, and classic country performances held in a historic barn setting, with optional dinner available before the show.
Paddle the Wild: Tandem Kayak Adventure
May 1 | 12 PM- 6:30 PM | Oxford
A guided 4.5-mile kayaking experience featuring calm water, light rapids, and opportunities to spot local wildlife.
Fortified Hill Guided Tour
May 1 -2 | Hamilton
A guided walk through a 2,000-year-old Indigenous earthwork site with educational insights into its history and construction.
May the Fourth Be With You
May 1-4 | Hamilton
A multi-day Star Wars-themed celebration featuring themed food, character appearances, vendors, and special events throughout the city.
Finds on the Farm Spring Craft Show
May 2 | 9 AM – 3 PM | Hamilton
An outdoor craft show with over 50 vendors offering handmade goods, gifts, and locally produced items.
Turn to Stone: A Tribute to ELO
May 8 | 8 PM | Middletown
A live tribute performance recreating the music and stage experience of Electric Light Orchestra.
Ross Township Revolutionary Patriots Marker Dedication
May 9 | 12:45 PM | Fairfield
A commemorative ceremony honoring Revolutionary War patriots with historical programming and a formal dedication.
Women’s Wine & Chocolate Walk
May 16 | 12 PM – 6 PM | Middletown
A tasting event combining wine, chocolate, shopping, and entertainment throughout downtown.
The Ohio Toy & Comic Show
May 24 | West Chester Twp
A large collector event featuring modern and vintage toys, comics, and memorabilia from regional vendors.
Dayton Lane May Promenade
May 31 | 1 PM – 5 PM | Hamilton
A historic home tour showcasing early 1900s architecture and the heritage of Hamilton’s Dayton Lane neighborhood.
Clark & Champaign County
Celebrating 250 Years in Clark County
May 1 | 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Springfield
An open house at the historic courthouse featuring tours and a dramatization of the famous Scopes Trial.
Spring Fields & Flowers Craft Show
May 2 | 9 AM – 4 PM | Springfield
A large indoor craft show featuring over 80 vendors, food trucks, and a youth entrepreneur market.
Revolutionary War Symposium & Tour
May 2 | 1 PM – 4 PM | Springfield
An educational event with historical presentations, battlefield tours, and interactive exhibits focused on Revolutionary War history.
Bad Art by Good People
May 1 | 5:30 PM | Urbana
An art-focused fundraising event featuring dinner, voting, and a live auction of creative works.
Teas & Puppies for Mother’s Day
May 9 | 11 AM – 1 PM | Urbana
A themed event combining tea service with opportunities to interact with adoptable animals.
FromOhio Music Festival
May 29-30 | 5 PM – 11 PM | Springfield
A multi-day music festival featuring regional bands, food trucks, and craft beverages.
Greene County
A World A’Fair
May 1–3 | Xenia
A large multicultural festival featuring international food, music, and cultural performances.
Collectibles Shopping Spree Show
May 3 | Beavercreek
A collector-focused event with vendors offering rare items, memorabilia, and specialty goods.
Hamvention
May 15–17 | Xenia
The world’s largest amateur radio event featuring exhibits, vendors, and technology demonstrations.
Luau 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
May 16 | 8 AM | Beavercreek
A themed race event with multiple distance options and scenic routes.
Yellow Springs Art Show
April 25 – May 10 | Yellow Springs
A regional art exhibition showcasing works from local and national artists.
Hamilton & Clermont County
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon
May 1 – 3 | Cincinnati
A major regional running event featuring multiple race distances, including a full marathon, half marathon, and family-friendly races.
The Music of Star Wars
May 1 – 3 | Cincinnati
A live orchestral performance featuring iconic music from the Star Wars film series.
Cincinnati Spring Fest
May 2 | 6 PM | Cincinnati
An outdoor market at Washington Park featuring local vendors, handmade goods, and food.
Mom’s Night Out
May 9 | 6 PM – 9 PM | Cincinnati
An evening event with music, food, drinks, and activities in a park setting.
Taste of Cincinnati
May 22- May 25 | Cincinnati
A large food festival featuring dozens of restaurants, food vendors, and live entertainment.
Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical
Through May 17 | Cincinnati
A stage production exploring the life and career of singer Rosemary Clooney.
The Oz Experience in Cincinnati: Escape the Wicked Glitch
Through Sep 1 | Cincinnati
An interactive outdoor experience featuring puzzles and themed challenges inspired by the Wizard of Oz.
Miami & Shelby County
Run for the Roses Benefit Gala
May 2 | 6 PM – 9 PM | Tipp City
A Kentucky Derby-themed fundraising event featuring drinks, entertainment, and themed attire.
Troy-Hayner Cultural Center: 50th Anniversary Golden Jubilee Ball
May 2 | 7 PM – 10 PM | Troy
An anniversary celebration with live music, food, and a live art experience.
Troy in the Roaring 1920’s
May 5 | 7 PM – 8 PM | Troy
A historical presentation highlighting local stories and culture from the 1920s.
Troy Truck Yard Concert and Food
May 8 | 6 PM – 9 PM | Troy
An outdoor event featuring live music and a variety of food trucks.
SchoolHouse Park Rocks Festival!
May 15 -16 | Covington
A festival celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with live music, vendors, and family activities.
Montgomery County
2026 Great American Community Garage Sale
April 30 – May 2 | 8 AM | Centerville
A large community-wide garage sale event with multiple participating neighborhoods.
2026 ARTeBRATION Festival
May 1 | 5 PM – 9PM | Dayton
An arts festival featuring local artists, live performances, and food vendors.
2026 Midwest Jam Fest
May 1 | 11 PM | Vandalia
A late-night skating event bringing together participants from across the region.
2026 Arts & Beautification Art Show
May 2 | Huber Heights
A local art show featuring community artists and creative works.
2026 Huber Heights Marigold Festival
May 8–10 | Huber Heights
A multi-day festival featuring live music, vendors, and family activities.
2026 Gothic Market
May 9 | 12 PM | Dayton
A themed market featuring alternative art, vendors, and specialty goods.
2026 Spring Fest in the Burg
May 15 | 5 PM | Miamisburg
A downtown event with vendors, shopping, and entertainment.
2026 That Day in May Community Festival
May 16 | Oakwood
A large community festival featuring a parade, food, and activities.
2026 Centerville Merchant Market
May 17 | Centerville
An outdoor market with local vendors, shopping, and entertainment.
