when: Until May 12th. Tuesday through Thursday at 7:30pm, Friday at 8pm, Saturday at 2pm and 8pm, and Sunday at 1pm and 6:30pm.
where: Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St., Dayton
detail: This critically acclaimed, Tony Award-winning and visually stunning spectacle includes familiar songs such as “Circle of Life,” “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,” and “Hakuna Matata.”
Fee: $44.50-$175
More information: 937-228-3630 or daytonlive.org
2. First Friday
when: Friday, May 3rd from 5pm to 10pm
where: Various locations in downtown Dayton
detail: Spotlighting downtown Dayton businesses, this monthly Art Hop offers exclusive dining, shopping and entertainment deals.
Fee: free
More information: downtowndayton.org
3. World a Fair
when: May 3rd to May 5th.Friday 5pm to 10pm, Saturday 11am to 10pm, Sunday 11am to 6pm
where: Greene County Fairgrounds and Expo Center: 120 Fairground Road, Xenia
detail: Visit booths representing more than 30 countries, including China, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Guam, and more, to sample their cuisine and experience their cultures.
Fee: Single-day packages are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors and children. Three-day packages are $18 for adults and $12 for seniors and children. Parking fee is $5 (cash only)
More information: aworldafair.org
4. Party in the square
when: Friday, May 3rd 5:30pm – 7:30pm
where: Day Air Ballpark, 220 N. Patterson Blvd., Dayton
detail: The first Party at the Plaza event of the season, held before the Dayton Dragons take on the West Michigan Whitecaps, will feature a “Wild in the Water Street District” theme and Hot Wheels -Features a special appearance from Monster Truck Live. and the Madison Mohawk Steel Drum Band. Other family-friendly activities include inflatables, Dragon's Green Team, Roofman, pedal wagon tours throughout the Water Street District, raffle prizes and more.
Fee: free
More information: waterstreetdayton.com
Credit: Human Race Theater Company
Credit: Human Race Theater Company
5. “Unparalleled”
when: Until May 12th.Thursday-Saturday 8pm, Sunday 2pm and 7pm, Tuesday and Wednesday 7pm
where: Loft Theater, 126 N. Main St., Dayton.
detail: Mariya Spring-Cordes expertly directs Human Race Theater Company's outstanding regional premiere of Shakespeare's Macbeth, which examines the harsh world of high school when entering college, with Jiehe Park's entertaining and We will perform works arranged in an edgy and dark contemporary style. Dignity Fernando (M) and Parini Sunkara (L) give a fantastic and groundbreaking portrayal of scheming, fast-talking brothers who will stop at nothing to gain admission to a prestigious university. In the final minutes of this mesmerizing experience, deliberately programmed to extend the race beyond its core audience, Cordes, with great assistance from lighting designer John Rensel, previously created a loft creating one of the most thrilling and amazing effects ever created.
Fee: $20-$53
More information: 937-228-3630 or humanracetheater.org
Credit: Submitted photo
Credit: Submitted photo
6. Peter Mulvey
when: Friday, May 3rd, 7pm
where: Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St., Dayton
detail: Dayton has been a regular venue for Peter Mulvey's tours since the mid-1990s, when he supported early albums such as Brother Rabbit Speaks (1992) and Rapture (1995). It has become. The Milwaukee-based singer-songwriter's latest work is “More Notes From Elsewhere,” a collection of live recordings released in January. Her new single “Comedian” was released on March 29th. Todd Widener and Rich Reuter will also perform on Friday. (Don Thrasher)
Fee: $15 in advance, $18 at the door
More information: 937-424-3870 or yellowcabtavern.com
7. Dayton Taco Fest
when: Saturday, May 4th from 5pm to 9pm
where: Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St., Dayton
detail: Enjoy a variety of tacos from a variety of establishments, from traditional to contemporary.
Fee: Free admission
More information: yellowcabfoodtrucks.com/tacofest
Credit: Contributed photo TY GREENLEES
Credit: Contributed photo TY GREENLEES
8. Achilles Tenderloin
when: Saturday, May 4th at 8pm.Doors open at 7pm
where: Hidden Gem Music Club, 507 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Centerville
detail: Achilles Tenderloin is the musical project of Joe Augustin, a folk-blues musician from Richmond, Indiana. Not only did he live in Dayton while attending his college in Sinclair's community, he also recorded his last two albums in the Gem City. 2023's “Tincture For Trouble” was recorded at Reel Love Recording Company with Patrick Himes. Achilles Tenderloin co-stars with Sadbox and Radar. (Don Thrasher)
Fee: 5 dollars
More information: 937-829-4874 or hiddengemdayton.com
9. Derby Day!
when: Saturday, May 4th, noon – 6pm
where: 510 E. Fifth St. in downtown Dayton, Oregon.
detail: The Oregon District Business Association will host its 6th annual Derby Day, which will be celebrated in conjunction with the Kentucky Derby. Highlights of this family-friendly event include the Winner (Dachshund) race starting at 2 p.m., and the “Star Wars” costume contest starting at 3 p.m.and a hot dog eating contest from 6 p.m.
Fee: free
More information: theoregondistrict.org
Credit: Submitted photo
Credit: Submitted photo
10. Dayton Music Club
when: Sunday, May 5th 3pm
where: Epiphany Lutheran Church, 6430 Far Hills Ave., Centerville.
detail: The Dayton Music Club will recognize youth scholarship award winners at its annual scholarship benefit recital. Performers include Kenneth Christman (viola amore), Sally Christman (piano), Mary Jo Johnson (violin), and Gail Relight (piano). Each year, DMC awards $10,000 in scholarships to students in grades 7 through 12. This year's top three honorees, Noah Hahn (flute), Vivian Chan (violin), and Mason Duan (piano), will also perform. (Don Thrasher)
Fee: free. We also accept donations.
More information: 937-297-0463 or daytonmusicclub.org