JULY IN GREATER DAYTON:

YOUR LOCAL EVENT GUIDE

As July arrives, we welcome a month filled with unique opportunities and exciting events in our vibrant city. At CBH, we’re delighted to bring you an exclusive guide to the most captivating local activities this month. Let’s make July a time for discovery, adventure, and community engagement.

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INDEPENDENCE DAY FAMILY FUN WEEKEND YOUNGS DAIRY

June 28 – July 7

Young’s is open regular hours through the holiday! Take advantage of a special Family Value wristband good for all day, unlimited family fun at Young’s Jersey Dairy!

 

DAYTON DRAGONS BASEBALL 2024

April 5 – September 1

Watch the Dayton Dragons Professional Baseball Team at Day Air Ballpark (formerly Fifth Third Field) in Downtown Dayton.

 

THE BEACH BOYS: ENDLESS SUMMER GOLD

July 1

Catch a wave of nostalgia! The Beach Boys are bringing their good vibrations to Kettering this summer!

 

A1A THE OFFICIAL AND ORIGINAL JIMMY BUFFETT TRIBUTE SHOW

July 3

Experience the energy, musicianship, originality, and excitement of the band that won a Jimmy Buffett Sound Alike Contest for Margaritaville Records.

 

THE WIZARD OF OZ – LA COMEDIA DINNER THEATRE

June 27 – August 11

Visit La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro this summer to see The Wizard of Oz live on stage!

 

TREASURE ISLAND PARK CONCERT SERIES 2024

July 4

Hey there, music lovers! FREE concerts at Treasure Island Park in | include CRUSH Bon Jovi Experience, Dogs of Society: The Ultimate Elton John Experience, Turn to Stone: A Tribute to ELO

 

OHIO JEEP FEST

July 5 & 6

Ohio Jeep Fest at the beautiful Ross County Fairgrounds.

 

60’S ROCK NIGHT FEATURING THE BRITISH INVASION

July 6 – 9

The British Invasion will be bringing the best of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, and so many more of the most influential British rock bands to the RiverScape stage.

 

2024 CORNERSTONE MUSIC SERIES

July 5 & 26

The Cornerstone Music Series will take place at the Cornerstone Park Pavilion, located at 5210 Cornerstone North Blvd. between Costco and Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant.

 

STAR CITY CONCERT SERIES – FREE CONCERTS AT RIVERFRONT PARK

July 5, 14, & 26

Join us for FREE live music on select Fridays and Sundays. Go to playmiamisburg.com for more info.

 

SUMMER ARTS FESTIVAL

June 7 – July 12

Springfield Arts Council presents the annual admission-free Summer Arts Festival in Veterans Park, downtown Springfield.

 

FIREFLY PARTY IN BEAVERCREEK

July 5

Bring the whole family out to the Firefly Party at Russ Nature Reserve in Beavercreek July 5

 

CLINTON COUNTY FAIR

July 6 – 13

Join us at the Clinton County Fair in Wilmington, Ohio July 6 – 13, 2024! It’s been a tradition of food, fun, and tradition since 1883!

 

LIVE OUTDOOR MUSIC AT THE GREENE

July 6, 13, & 27

Bring a lawn chair, grab your friends & family, and enjoy live music and cold beer at our Summer Concert Series!

 

LOGAN COUNTY FAIR

July 7 – 13

Come join us for the | Logan County Fair in Bellefontaine, Ohio – July 7th – 13th

 

THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAIR

July 7 – 13

The Montgomery County Fair in Dayton, Ohio is July 7-13, | – The Montgomery County Fair is an annual event to support and promote agricultural lifestyle in the Miami Valley.

 

DEEDS CARILLON CONCERTS

July 7, 14, 23, & 28

Enjoy a carillon concert by internationally renowned carillonneur Larry Weinstein! *

 

CREEDENCE REVIVED – TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF CCR – CENTERVILLE PARTY AT THE PARK

July 7

One of the most highly sought after tribute bands in the world, Creedence Revived will play July 7—Part of the | Centerville Summer Concert Series and Party at the Park presented by Cincinnati Children’s and St. Leonard.

 

BRIT FLOYD – THE WORLD’S GREATEST PINK FLOYD SHOW

July 7

P·U·L·S·E CELEBRATING THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE DIVISION BELL – Brit Floyd- “The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show” returns to the Rose

 

SETTLER SURVIVAL CAMP AT DAYTON HISTORY

July 8 – 18

Experience a week long adventure of life in the Miami Valley from an early settler’s perspective. Ages 8-12. Fees Apply. Advance reservations required.

 

COUNTRY CONCERT 2024

July 11 – 13

Music and Camping Festival in the USA – Country Concert is a 3-Day Country Music Festival in Ft Loramie Ohio (approx. 1 drive hour from Dayton).

 

TRY PADDLESPORTS AT EASTWOOD METROPARK

July 11

Kayak, Stand Up Paddleboard, or canoe over-views will be given. Depending on demand, you may be able to try different boats.

 

KETTERING CIVIC BAND SUMMER CONCERTS

July 11

The Kettering Civic Band is presenting a series of free concerts at Polen Farm! Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Extra parking is at the adjacent Kennedy Park.

 

JUMPING JACK FLASH – TRIBUTE TO THE ROLLING STONES – CENTERVILLE PARTY AT THE PARK

July 12

This tribute to the Rolling Stones will take you back in time to the swinging 60’s. Part of the | Centerville Summer Concert Series and Party at the Park presented by Cincinnati Children’s and St. Leonard.

 

FREE CONCERT AT NORTH PARK: FOREVER SEGER – TRIBUTE

July 12

Hear all your favorite Bob Seger songs with this fantastic tribute band!

 

BARNSTORMING CARNIVAL

July 13 & 14

Experience the golden age of aviation at the Springfield airport.

 

WAYNESVILLE STREET FAIRE

July 13

Waynesville Street Faire – located in the beautiful town of Waynesville Ohio – The Antique Capital of Warren County!

 

ANDY SNOW: TIME BENDS

July 13

MAY 10 – AUGUST 10, | Artist Talk JULY 13 / 2 pm The artist in conversation with Ron Rollins, retired Dayton Daily News editor Drop-in Tours with the Artist June 8, 15, 29 / 2 pm THE CONTEMPORARY DAYTON

 

KICKIN CHICKEN WING FEST

July 13

Free festival and music – If you like bold food, rockin’ music and a hearty party, then you’ll love this festival!

 

DAYTON MAC N’ CHEESE FEST

July 13

With tons of vendors serving Mac and Cheese, creative Mac and Cheese inspired dishes, and more, this will be a foodie event that you will not want to miss!

 

THE HEIGHTS SUMMER MUSIC SERIES

July 13 & 27

2024 Summer Music Series – Free Concerts on select Saturdays this Summer at the Eichelberger Amphitheater in Huber Heights.

 

WARREN COUNTY FAIR

July 15 – 20

July 15-20, | – Warren County Fair – fun, food, games, rides, demo derby, tractor pulls, live harness racing, livestock shows and more!

 

THE DAYTON JAZZ ORCHESTRA AT RIVERSCAPE

July 18

Music and fun at RiverScape MetroPark’s FREE Summer Music Series with The Dayton Jazz Orchestra

 

CLARK COUNTY FAIR

July 19 – 26

The | Clark County Fair July 19-26 is sure to provide you and your family endless ENTERTAINMENT and excitement!

 

MIAMISBURG TOUCH-A-TRUCK

July 19

Bring the kids to climb around, honk the horns, and explore during the Miamisburg Touch-A-Truck family event this summer.

 

THE OHIO CHALLENGE BALLOON FESTIVAL

July 19 & 20

Hot air balloon competition, live music, carnival, car show, skydiving demonstrations, balloon glow, fireworks and more!

 

HUBER HEIGHTS COMMUNITY MOVIE NIGHT

July 19

The Heights Summer Movie Series – Family movie nights in Huber Heights

 

NIGHT RANGER AT FRAZE PAVILION

July 19

Heavy hitting rock legends MIX 107.7 presents MIX FEST 25 Night Ranger @ Fraze Pavilion

 

4 PAWS 5K AND *NEW* PATH TO PLACEMENT WALK

July 20

Leash up your dog and lace up your running shoes! 4 Paws for Ability trains and places service dogs with children and veterans with disabilities. Fundraisers such as the 4 Paws 5K help us raise money to change lives!

 

DRAGONS 5K

July 20

Bring the whole family to Day Air Ballpark for the Dragons 5k!

 

GEM CITY COMIC CON

July 20

The Gem City Comic Con is a social and family-friendly event that promotes reading and collecting. Visit Gem City Comic Con website for exciting details!

 

BUTLER COUNTY FAIR

July 21 – 27

Butler County Fair – a family tradition since 1851! See you at the Butler County Fairgrounds in Hamilton Ohio Fair July 21st-27th, 2024

 

DAYTON RESTAURANT WEEK 2024

July 21 – 28

Restaurant Week! Try unique menus at many of Dayton’s classiest places for reduced prices, all while raising money for charity. July 21-28, 2024

 

SHELBY COUNTY FAIR

July 21 – 27

The Great Shelby County Fair July 21st – 27th, 2024.

 

ANNIE OAKLEY DAYS FESTIVAL

July 26 – 28

A family-friendly festival featuring live entertainment including western arts, cowboy mounted shooting, musical performances and more.

 

THE LEBANON EXPERIENCE

July 26

The Lebanon Experience – Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, including lunch at the historic Golden Lamb.

 

DAYTON CELTIC FESTIVAL

July 26 – 28

The Dayton Celtic Festival will be back at Riverscape in downtown Dayton July 26 – July 28, 2024. FREE Admission!

 

DAYTONS SILENT DISCO

July 26

Celebrate with us under the big tent at your favorite dance party in Dayton! Daytons Silent Disco takes place on the last Friday of every month.

 

PREBLE COUNTY FAIR

July 27 – August 3

The Famous Preble County Fair is July 27 – August 3, 2024.

 

DAYTON CELTIC FEST 5K/10K

July 27

Celtic Festival 5K/10K at Riverscape MetroPark

 

PINEAPPLE FEST AT AUSTIN LANDING

July 27

SUMMER | – Featuring all things pineapple, the Miami Valley Restaurant Association to host Pineapple Fest at Austin Landing July 27!

 

BURGER FEST AT THE YELLOW CAB

July 27

More information will be posted closer to the date

 

FREE CONCERT AT NORTH PARK: THE LITTLE MERMEN – DISNEY TRIBUTE

July 27

Come enjoy some Disney music!

 

AUGLAIZE COUNTY FAIR

July 28 – August 3

The Auglaize County fair is fun for the whole family – July 28th – August 3rd 2024

 

GREENE COUNTY FAIR 2024

July 28 – August 3

Prepare for a safe and fun-filled week at the Greene County Fairgrounds! Rides, Kiddie/Calf Scramble, Tug-a-Truck, Harness Racing, Demo Derby, Truck/Tractor Pulls & more!

 

CENTERVILLE POPS! PRESENTS HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD

July 28

Join the City of Centerville and the Centerville Arts Commission as Centerville Pops! presents Hooray for Hollywood.

 

2024 STEM FOR ALL (FORMERLY SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAYS)

July 29

Science-focused programming and fun for the entire family: STEM for All (Formerly Super Science days) at The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery

 

SOARING SOUNDS

July 30

A tradition over 40 years in the making! Soaring Sounds returns to the Greater Dayton area in 2024! Witness the spectacle of DCI’s World Class Drum Corps at the Centerville HS Stadium!

 

STRAIGHT NO CHASER – THE YACHT ROCK TOUR

July 30

Summer 2024: RIAA-certified Gold a cappella group Straight No Chaser—at the Rose Music Center