Discover the Unexpected

Welcome to Dayton, Ohio

Discover the Unexpected in Dayton, Ohio, the Birthplace of Aviation! Dayton and Montgomery County offer big-city amenities with Midwestern charm and affordability. Dayton is home to the Wright Brothers, the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, and the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, the world’s largest and oldest military aviation museum and the state’s most-visited free tourist attraction!

Summer's here, and Dayton offers so many things to do, from festivals, concerts and Dayton Dragons 25th season, to outdoor adventures, unexpected dining, and unique attractions!

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The Birthplace Of Aviation

Dayton Events

Jul 03

City of Dayton Lights in Flight Fireworks Celebration

City of Dayton

Jul 03

Centerville-Washington Township Americana Festival

Centerville
Jul 3, 2025 - Jul 4, 2025

Jul 04

Woodland Military Tribute Tour

Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum

Jul 06

173rd Montgomery County Fair

Montgomery County Fairgrounds
Jul 6, 2025 - Jul 12, 2025

Enter to Win Tickets

You don't have to go far for family fun! Destination Dayton offers many opportunities to win event tickets and getaways. Enter for a chance to win airline tickets to bring friends or family…

Earn Your Own Wilbear Wright Aviator Teddy

Explore the Greater Dayton area's amazing, authentic aviation sites! Collect stamps from 8 of 17 aviation sites in order to have your very own Wilbear Wright Aviator Teddy Bear "air-mailed"…

Dayton

Dayton’s Sweet Treat: Esther Price Candies

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Let’s face it! No visit to Dayton, OH is complete without a taste of the legendary Esther Price Candies. What began in a family kitchen here in town has grown into a beloved Ohio…

Dayton’s Sweet Treat: Esther Price Candies

Aviation

Family-Friendly Adventures in Dayton, Ohio

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We just got back from a fun-filled weekend in Dayton, Ohio – and wow, what a blast! We headed up to attend the CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show and check off some major bucket list…

Family-Friendly Adventures in Dayton, Ohio

Things to Do

Enjoy a Weekend of Unexpected Fun at Dayton Celtic Festival

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The annual United Irish of Dayton Celtic Festival - one of Dayton's largest and most popular outdoor festivals - returns July 25-27. A downtown Dayton tradition since 2002, this free…

Enjoy a Weekend of Unexpected Fun at Dayton Celtic Festival

What To Do For Fourth of July Weekend in Dayton, OH

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Dayton has a full lineup of Fourth of July celebrations planned for 2025, with everything from fireworks and concerts to small-town parades and food trucks. This guide highlights the key…

What To Do For Fourth of July Weekend in Dayton, OH

Things to Do

Must-See Attractions for Dayton First Timers

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Visiting Dayton for the first time? Whether you’re here to see friends and family, attending a meeting or conference, or just passing through, Dayton offers a wealth of things to see…