Destination Dayton® Blog & Insiders Guide

Welcome to the Destination Dayton® Blog — your insider’s guide to exploring the vibrant heart of Southwest Ohio! Here, we share inspiring stories, local insights, upcoming events, and hidden gems that make Dayton, Ohio a must-visit destination. Whether you're planning your first trip or rediscovering your hometown, our blog is your go-to resource for all things Dayton.

Black-Owned Artists & Creatives in Dayton, OH

Continue celebrating Black Business Month by visiting these black-owned galleries or supporting these black artists! Ambition Magazine Ambition Magazine is an all-encompassing magazine for the young, urban professional lifestyle. AP2 Photography Own Aaron Paschal takes his passion, vision…

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Black-Owned Restaurants in Dayton, OH

Looking for an incredible meal, delicious pastry, or refreshing beverage? Look no farther than these Black-owned Dayton restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops and brewery. A visit to any one of these locations will not only make your taste-buds water and your stomach oh so happy, but your support will…

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Food Truck Fun in Dayton, OH

Food trucks are some of the best things to be invented, you can grab a tasty meal while supporting a local business all while enjoying a warm summer night. And if you want to get different things from different trucks to make a complete meal--well you're able to do that too! Food trucks have because…

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Best Brunch Spots in Dayton, OH

It's no secret that brunch is a favorite! It's the perfect mix of breakfast and lunch. You can indulge in a stack of pancakes or savor an egg and cheese sandwich. Check out some local favorites for…

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Gone Fishing in Dayton!

Whether you’re an experienced angler or just someone who enjoys eating Swedish Fish and Pepperidge Farms Goldfish------you owe it to yourself to head out to Greater Dayton’s abundant riverways, lakes…

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Geocaching in Five Rivers MetroParks

Looking for an outdoor activity where you can practice social distancing AND find treasures? It’s time to try geocaching! Geocaching is an outdoor treasure-hunting game, in which participants use a…

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Miniature, “Fun-Sized” Golf!

What sport is accessible to all abilities and ages, requires no true skills, guarantees a few laughs, doesn’t break the bank or any bones, and doesn’t take four hours to play? You guessed right ---…

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Dayton Attraction Reopenings

Many of Dayton's attractions have recently reopened or have a reopening plan in place. These attractions will be taking necessary precautions and will be enforcing protocols to ensure the safety of…

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