As the nation celebrates America's 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, communities across the Miami Valley are marking this historic milestone with plenty of special Fourth of July festivities. Dayton has a full lineup of Fourth of July celebrations planned for 2026…
Read More
Destination Dayton is excited to offer the third guest blog in a series from noted meetings industry expert Joan Eisenstodt. Joan is a pioneer and a trendsetter in the meeting, convention, and exhibition industry. During her career and consultancy, she has helped clients with, and taught others…
Read More
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the biggest soccer tournament ever, with matches hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 - July 19. With an expanded 48-team format, fans can look forward to more matches, more kickoff times, and more ways to watch than ever before. This…
Read More
The annual United Irish of Dayton Celtic Festival - one of Dayton's largest and most popular outdoor festivals - returns July 24-26. A downtown Dayton tradition since 2002, this free festival attracts more than 90,000 attendees to RiverScape MetroPark. Saturate your senses in the sights, sounds and…
Read More
Summer and early fall in Dayton are all about enjoying the sunshine, and there's no better way to soak up the rays than with your four-legged friend by your side. If you're looking for the perfect spot to enjoy a meal or a refreshing drink while your dog lounges nearby, Dayton has plenty of…
Read More
Families, train enthusiasts, and history lovers are invited to a weekend of railroad fun as the Carillon Historical Park Rail Festival returns on Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28, 2026! Before you climb aboard, enter for a chance to win two admission passes! One lucky winner will receive two…
Read More
This month, Dayton will join cities around the country in celebrating Juneteenth with a wide range of community events. America's second independence day and the nation's newest federal holiday, Juneteenth is the oldest internationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United…
Read More
As the saying goes, April showers bring May flowers, and in turn, May flowers herald the arrival of June and its vibrant Pride flags. June is a month dedicated to celebrating the historic 1969 Stonewall Riots, a pivotal moment that ignited the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement we now know as Pride…
Read More
Get ready to look up, because one of the region’s most epic summer traditions is about to take flight! The annual CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show, presented by Kroger, is set to return to the Dayton International Airport, June 13 & 14. Get ready to "take off" for top-flight fun as the spectacular…
Read More
Father's Day is Sunday, June 21 - show that special man in your life how much you appreciate his support, guidance, and friendship! Spend the day together celebrating love and life, taking some inspiration from this list of 11 fun dad-centric things to do right here in the Dayton area! 1. Take him…
Read More
