Local Events October 15, 2025

November Events Guide: Festivals, Markets & Fun Near You!

MIAMI VALLEY NOVEMBER EVENTS
2025 SCHEDULE

Discover November in the Miami Valley with community gatherings, holiday kick-offs, and cultural events. From Liberty Township’s lights-up celebration to Dayton’s tree lighting and Cincinnati’s symphony performances, embrace the season’s festive spirit.

BUTLER COUNTY

STRING FEST
Nov 1 | 4 PM | Oxford
Miami University’s StringFest unites high school students for a day of music-making and performance.


PUMPKIN SMASH
Nov 2 | 12 PM | Liberty Township
Smash your old jack-o’-lanterns in an open-top dumpster for eco-friendly fun at Liberty Center.


MAKE AND TAKE CORNBREAD
Nov 8 | 1 PM | Trenton
Learn to make award-winning cornbread with Carmon Hacker and take home a mix to bake.


DUELING PIANOS SING-ALONG PARTY!
Nov 14 | 7 PM | Liberty Township
Enjoy a sing-along with dueling pianos, crowd favorites, and happy hour at Liberty Center.


A CELTIC CHRISTMAS WITH ON THE LASH
Nov 15 | 8 PM | Middletown
Kick off the holidays with Irish music by On the Lash at the historic Sorg Opera House.


ARMOR UP – A HEALTH MAKEOVER
Nov 15 | 9 AM | West Chester
Learn to boost immunity and resilience with health-focused strategies for the challenging fall season.


MERRY & BRIGHT VENDOR SHOW
Nov 16 | 10 AM | Hamilton
Shop local vendors and enjoy brunch at Spooky Nook Champion Mill’s holiday vendor show.


MUTTS GONE NUTS UNLEASHED!
Nov 18 | 7:30 PM | Oxford
Watch talented rescue dogs perform in a comedy dog spectacular that delights all ages.


MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS
Nov 19 – 23 | Oxford
Experience a stylish locked-room mystery with plot twists in this classic whodunit performance.


CHRISTMAS STORYWALK HIKE
Nov 22 | Fairfield
Stroll a trail reading a holiday children’s book for a festive outdoor storytelling adventure.


CLARK & CHAMPAIGN COUNTY

12TH ANNUAL STANDING UP TO POTS 5K/2K
Nov 1 | 11 AM | Springfield
Join the 5K/2K at Wittenberg University to support POTS awareness, welcoming runners, walkers, and wheelchairs.


SPRINGFIELD ANTIQUE SHOW
Nov 15 | 8 AM | Springfield
Shop antiques and flea market items from inside and outside vendors at this Springfield event.


BUGS BUNNY AT THE SYMPHONY
Nov 15 | 7:30 PM | Springfield
Watch Looney Tunes with the Springfield Symphony performing iconic scores live for Bugs Bunny’s 85th.


CLINTON COUNTY

TWIRL & TASTE- A TUSCANY WINE TASTING
Nov 7 | 6:30 PM | Wilmington
Enjoy four Tuscan wines paired with an Italian-themed menu at this tasting event.


THANKSGIVING EVE AT TINCAP
Nov 26 | Wilmington
Celebrate Thanksgiving Eve with local DJ Marcus Harris at TinCap for a festive night.


OHIO STATE VS MICHIGAN WATCH PARTY AT TINCAP
Nov 29 | 11 AM | Wilmington
Watch the Ohio State vs. Michigan game at TinCap, starting at 11 AM.


GREENE COUNTY

GOBBLER 5K / 10K / HALF MARATHON
Nov 1 | 8 AM | Beavercreek
Run a festive 5K, 10K, or half marathon at E.J. Nutter Park for pre-Thanksgiving fun.


BELLBROOK HOMEMADE CRAFT SHOW
Nov 1 | 9 AM | Bellbrook
Shop all-homemade goods at Bellbrook High School, perfect for early holiday gift hunting.


WELLNESS WALKERS: GARLAND WETLAND RESERVE
Nov 13 | Fairborn
Participate in recurring wellness walks through Garland Wetland Reserve with Parks & Recreation.


CLIFTON OPERA HOUSE PRESENTS: NEW MOUNTAIN HERITAGE
Nov 15 | Clifton
Enjoy a live folk, roots, or heritage music performance at the Clifton Opera House.


TWILIGHT: A 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Nov 15 | 6:30 PM | Fairborn
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of *Twilight* with a fan-focused midnight release-style event.


2025 YELLOW SPRINGS ANNUAL SHOP LOCAL WEEKEND
Nov 28 | Downtown Yellow Springs
Support local businesses with festive displays and special deals during this holiday shopping weekend.


HAMILTON & CLERMONT COUNTY

HARRY POTTER: A FORBIDDEN FOREST EXPERIENCE
Oct 24 – Nov 30 | 5:30 PM | Loveland
Explore the Forbidden Forest with mystical creatures and spells from *Harry Potter* and *Fantastic Beasts*.


BOO & BOUGIE CUSTOM AND ARTISTS BASH
Nov 1 | 8 PM | Cincinnati
This 21+ event features local talent, costume prizes, performances, and a Down Da Way dance contest.


DISNEY’S HOCUS POCUS IN CONCERT
Nov 1 – 2 | Cincinnati
Watch *Hocus Pocus* with the Cincinnati Pops performing the score live for Halloween magic.


PUMPKIN CHUCK FESTIVAL
Nov 1 | 12 PM | Cincinnati
See pumpkins launched by siege engines with music and family fun at Stanbery Park.


SWAN LAKE BY INTERNATIONAL BALLET STARS
Nov 5 | 6 PM | Cincinnati
Experience the classic love story of *Swan Lake* with international ballet stars and stunning choreography.


THE GREAT GATSBY
Nov 7 – 15 | Cincinnati
Enjoy a jazz-age ballet with stylish dancing, scandals, and live music at Aronoff Center.


THE BELLS & SYMPHONIE FANTASTIQUE
Nov 8 – 9 | Cincinnati
Hear Rachmaninoff’s *The Bells* and Berlioz’s *Symphonie fantastique* with choral and orchestral performances.


CANDLELIGHT: A TRIBUTE TO TAYLOR SWIFT
Nov 13 | Cincinnati
Enjoy Taylor Swift’s music in a multi-sensory candlelight concert at Memorial Hall.


MIAMI & SHELBY COUNTY

SECOND STORY SECRETS
Nov 1 | 1 PM | Troy
Explore hidden upper floors and spaces in downtown Troy with 8–10 unique locations.


HOMETOWN HOLIDAY
Nov 6 – 9 | Troy
Shop small in historic downtown Troy with unique gifts, deals, and holiday cheer.


FILM SERIES AT TROY-HAYNER: THE MALTESE FALCON
Nov 7 | 7 PM | Troy
Watch a classic film with an introduction, popcorn, and soda, free at Hayner Center.


A YULETIDE WINTER’S GATHERING
Nov 7 – 9 | Tipp City
Shop unique holiday gifts during an open house in historic downtown Tipp City.


HARVEST PAGEANT
Nov 8 | 11 AM | Piqua
Enjoy a pageant, craft vendors, face painting, food, and live music at Piqua Center.


BONNIE AND CLYDE
Nov 14 – 16 | Sidney
Experience the Tony-nominated musical about Bonnie and Clyde’s thrilling love and crime story.


HAYNER GIFT GALLERY
Nov 15 | 10 AM | Troy
Find unique gift items from artisans and vendors at this holiday shopping event.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY

HOLIDAY HAPPENING CRAFT FAIR
Nov 1 | 9 AM | Brookville
Shop local vendors and handmade gifts at Brookville Middle School for early holiday shopping.


FATHER–DAUGHTER DANCE (DENIM & DIAMONDS)
Nov 7 | 7 PM | West Carrollton
A dress-up dance for girls ages 2–12 with music, photos, and keepsakes at Fire Station #56.


THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF GEORGE MICHAEL
Nov 7 | 7:30 PM |Dayton
Enjoy a tribute concert celebrating George Michael’s music and legacy at Victoria Theatre.


HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFT SHOW
Nov 8 | 9 AM | Kettering
Shop 100+ vendor spaces with handmade gifts and décor at Kettering Recreation Complex.


KETTERING CHILDREN’S THEATER — “TREASURE ISLAND”
Nov 7 – 9 | Kettering
Watch a youth production of *Treasure Island* at Rosewood Arts Center, adapted by Max Bush.


STAR CITY SPARKLE – DOWNTOWN RETAIL & RESTAURANT WALK
Nov 8 | 4 PM | Miamisburg
Shop local with a passport for prize raffles in downtown Miamisburg’s festive atmosphere.


VANDALIA PUMPKIN SMASH
Nov 8 | 11 AM | Vandalia
Join a fun fall harvest event with pumpkin-smashing activities at Vandalia Parks & Recreation.


COZY & BOOKISH MARKET (WITH COZY AFTER DARK)
Nov 15 – 16 | Miamisburg
Shop indie authors and cozy goods, with a ticketed After Dark event featuring games and karaoke.


FAR HILLS SPEAKER SERIES: “THE INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC OF WORLD WAR II”
Nov 16 | 2 PM | Oakwood
Explore WWII music and culture with the Oakwood Historical Society’s speaker series.


UPTOWN HOLIDAY WALK
Nov 23 | Centerville
Stroll downtown Centerville for holiday decorations, music, and treats during this festive walk.


ORRRC MIAMISBURG TURKEY TROT (5-MILE & 1-MILE)
Nov 23 & 26  | Miamisburg
Run or walk a 5-mile or 1-mile Thanksgiving race, starting at Main St, finishing at Riverfront Park.


ENGLEWOOD HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
Nov 29 | 5 PM | Englewood
Celebrate with music, cookies, kids’ entertainment, and Santa photos at Englewood Government Center.


MONSTER JAM
Nov 29 – 30 | Dayton
Experience monster truck performances, stunts, and family fun at the Nutter Center.


THANKSGIVING COMICCON
Nov 29 – 30 | 10 AM | Miamisburg
Shop comics, toys, and cards at Dayton’s Thanksgiving ComicCon, great for collectors and families.


WARREN COUNTY

TRICKS AND TREATS AT KINGS ISLAND
Sep 21 – Nov 2 | Mason
Enjoy trick-or-treating, live shows, rides, and costume contests at Kings Island’s Halloween event.


KINGS ISLAND HALLOWEEN HAUNT
Thru Nov 1 | Mason
Experience scare mazes, sinister entertainment, and creatures in the fog at this immersive haunt.


TRICK OR TREAT TRAIN
Nov 1 | 10 AM | Lebanon
Ride a vintage train through Warren County for Halloween fun on the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad.


BOUGIE BOOGIE BRUNCH
Nov 9 | 10 AM | Springboro
Enjoy a communal brunch with cocktails, cuisine, DJ sets, and sing-along hits in Springboro.


THE CHRISTMAS MARKET
Nov 14 | 4 PM | Lebanon
Shop 100+ vendors, enjoy fair food, and embrace holiday fun at The City Mercantile.


HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Nov 15 | 11 AM | Lebanon
Meet 100+ adoptable pets, enjoy holiday photos, raffles, and vendors at this adoption event.


OHIO RENAISSANCE YULETIDE FESTIVAL MEET & GREET
Nov 26 | 6 PM | Springboro
Meet Ohio Renaissance Yuletide Festival characters for photos and fun at WW Springboro.