May is here and it’s a great time of year to explore your community. Check out our list of local events throughout Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio; Northern Kentucky; and Southeastern Indiana. You are sure to find something interesting to do. Events are in order by region and then by date.
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May Local Events in Cincinnati, Ohio
Disney’ Frozen, Jr.
Through May 4, 2025
Taft Theater at E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Based on the Broadway musical; a Cincinnati Children’s Theater production
The Tempest (CENTRAL)
Through May 4, 2025
The Otto M. Budig Theater at 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Romantic tales with monsters, love and a voyage
Mystery & Benevolence: Masonic & Odd Fellows Folk Art (CENTRAL)
Through May 11, 2025
Taft Museum at 316 Pike St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Histories, symbolism and beliefs of the Freemasons
The Wedding Singer (WEST)
Through May 11, 2025
Warsaw Incline Theater at 801 Matson Pl., Cincinnati, Ohio 45204
Set in the 1980s, a musical comedy about a wedding singer and love
Birthday Candles (CENTRAL)
Through May 18, 2025
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Motherhood, family loss and finding your place in the universe
Barbie: A Cultural Icon (WEST)
Through September 1, 2025
Cincinnati Museum Center at 1301 Western Ave.,Cincinnati, Ohio 45203
150+ vintage dolls on display
Cincinnati Booze and Boos Tour (CENTRAL)
May 1–31, 2025 (various dates)
Queen City Radio at 222 W. 12th St. Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Learn about Over-the-Rhine’s haunted spots
Cincinnati Streetcar Food Tour (CENTRAL)
May 1–31, 2025 (+ dates through Dec 30)
Outside Planet Fitness at 145 Second St. East, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Downtown, Findlay Market and 6 food stops
Directors Vision: No Boundaries (CENTRAL)
May 1–4, 2025
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Witty parody of contemporary dance by the Cincinnati Ballet
Thiftin Thursdays (EAST)
May 1, 2025 (first Thursday of the month)
Downtown Loveland, Ohio
Curated vendors selling their goods! 4pm–8pm
Titanic – An Immersive Voyage (CENTRAL)
May 1–May 3, 2025
18 West Fourth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Life-sized recreations of rooms, immersive video animations, & 3D views
The Margarita Showdown
May 1–8, 2025
Throughout Cincinnati, Ohio and Northern Kentucky
Get a passport to restaurants and bars serving margaritas; drink specials
Salsa on the Square (CENTRAL)
May 1–August 28, 2025 (Thursdays)
Fountain Square, Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm–10pm; local and regional Latin bands
Trevor Wallace: The Alpha Beta Male (CENTRAL)
May 1, 2025
Taft Theater at E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Comedy show
Zoo Babies (CENTRAL)
May 1–May 31, 2025
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden at 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
Cute baby alert!
Alice in the Hundred Acre Wood (NORTH)
May 2, 2025
Anderson Parks Rec Plex at 6915 Beechmont Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio 45230
Alice meets Winnie the Pooh
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon (CENTRAL)
May 2–4, 2025
Downtown Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
26.2-mile road race, half marathon relays, a 10k race, a 5k race and a kids’ fun run called the Flying Piglet
Evendale Fine Arts Exhibit
May 2–5, 2025
Evendale Recreation Center at 10500 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241
Juried art show has been curated by nationally renowned artist Mary Ann Davis
Experience the Magic of Opera at Summit Park (EAST)
May 2, 2025
Summit Park at 4393 Glendale-Milford Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
6:30pm–8pm
Timeless opera classics or an exciting mix of Broadway, jazz, pop, and more
Ink and Sip (NORTH)
May 2, 2025
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum at 1763 Hamilton Cleves Rd., Hamilton, Ohio 45013
6pm–8pm; Enjoy happy hour while you draw
Mandy Gonzalez: La Vida Broadway (CENTRAL)
May 2–4, 2025
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Pops Orchestra performs with Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez
The Menus (EAST)
May 2, 2025
Belterra Park at 6301 Kellogg Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio
Enjoy the concert
The Miss Firecracker Contest
May 2–11, 2025
10 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon, Ohio
Lebanon Theatre Company – Small Mississippi town of Brookhaven, and the time is a few days before the Fourth of July
Toxic Avenger (EAST)
May 2–18, 2025
111 South 2nd Street, Loveland, Ohio 45140
Loveland Stage Company performance
Anderson Township Community Garage Sale (EAST)
May 3, 2025
Throughout Anderson Township
Find a bargain!
Art and Poetry at Findlay Market (CENTRAL)
May 3, 2025
1801 Race St.,Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Celebration of the creative arts, art and poetry!
Cincy Cinco Latino Festival (CENTRAL)
May 3–4, 2025
Fountain Square, Fifth Street, downtown Cincinnati, Ohio
Music, dance and food
Ethnic Eats in Over-the-Rhine Food Tour (CENTRAL)
May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2025 (+dates through December 27)
Washington Park at 1309 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Weekly on Saturdays; explore new cultural dishes
Findlay Market Tour (CENTRAL)
May 3, 10, 17 and 31, 2025 (+dates through Dec 20)
1801 Race St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Discover hidden gems at the market; samples from 5 merchants
Grow Fest (CENTRAL)
May 3, 2025
2715 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45206
Civic Garden Center presents a day-long festival celebrating all things gardening; live music, kids’ activities, food trucks, a beer garden
Fifth and Vine Live! (CENTRAL)
May 3–August 30, 2025 (Saturdays)
Fountain Square at 520 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio
Concert time! 7pm–10pm
Hispanic Heritage Festival (NORTH)
May 3, 2025
Governor Square, 1045 Central Avenue, Middletown, OH, 45044
2pm–7pm; vendors, food trucks, music, dancing
6th Annual Cincinnati Taco & Tequila Bar Crawl (CENTRAL)
May 3, 2025
Various Over-the-Rhine bars, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Register for a crawl party and taco tokens
Spring Pottery Fair (EAST)
May 3, 2025
1523 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45206
40+ clay artists will display and sells their goods
Towne Square Grand Opening (EAST)
May 3, 2025
Blue Ash Towne Square at 9520 Towne Square Ave., Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
11am–3pm; ribbon cutting, yard games, D.J., and beer truck
Acoustic Jam (NORTH)
May 4–October 5, 2025 (first Sunday of the month)
Keehner Park at 7211 Barret Rd., West Chester Twp., Ohio 45069
3pm–5pm
Blue Ash Police Dept. Youth Fishing Tournament (EAST)
May 4, 2025
Summit Park at 4393 Glendale Milford Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
Pack up the fishing poles and have a reel good time!
George Michael Reborn (CENTRAL)
May 5, 2025
Memorial Hall, 1225 Elm St Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Tribute concert to one of the best-selling musicians of all time
Madeira Art Fair (EAST)
May 4, 2025
7141 Miami Road in downtown Madeira, Ohio 45243
Enjoy looking at the talent of artisans
May the Fourth Be With You (NORTH)
May 4, 2025
RiversEdge at 116 Dayton St., Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Watch the Star Wars movie and enjoy fun activities
Jazz at the Park (CENTRAL)
May 5–October 27, 2025 (Mondays)
Washington Park at 1230 Elm Street, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm concerts with regional jazz acts
A Beautiful Noise (CENTRAL)
May 6–18, 2025
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Musical about Neil Diamond
Jazz at the Square (CENTRAL)
May 6–May 20, 2025 (Tuesdays)
Fountain Square at Fifth and Race Streets, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm–8pm concerts; local and regional acts
Over-the-Rhine Craft and Artisans Market (CENTRAL)
May 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2025 (Tuesdays through October 28, 2025)
Ziegler Park at 1322 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Artisan and farmers market
Fountain Blues (CENTRAL)
May 7–August 27, 2025 (Wednesdays)
Fountain Square at 5th and Vine St., downtown Cincinnati, Ohio
5pm–8pm; Specials at the Fountain Bar
Public Tram Tour at Spring Grove (WEST)
May 7 and 18, 2025 (+Jun 4 and dates through October 26, 2025)
4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45232
Enjoying touring the cemetery
Bourbon Flights at the Zoo (CENTRAL)
May 8, 2025
Cincinnati Zoo at 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
Variety of bourbons – served neat, on the rocks, and with mixers at 15 different stations
The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show (CENTRAL)
May 9 and 17, 2025 (+Jun 7, 14 and 28)
McCormick & Schmick’s at 21 E 5th St.,Cincinnati, OH 45202
Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner
Family Movies in the Park (NORTH)
May 9, 2025 (+Jun 13, Jul 11, Aug 8)
Different Middletown parks throughout the summer; bring a chair or blanket; games and activities before the movie
Grieg & Ellington (CENTRAL)
May 9–10, 2025
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra performs
Michael W. Smith: Beyond the Far Horizon Tour (CENTRAL)
May 9, 2025
Taft Theater at E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter, Michael W. Smith
Mums, Mom, and Music Hall (CENTRAL)
May 9, 2025
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Outdoor building tour; moms receive a flower bouquet
Sweet Charity (CENTRAL)
May 9–11, 2025
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Musical comedy about 1960s New York City
Walk on Wilburn (EAST)
May 9, 2025 (+Jun 13, Jul 11, Aug 8, Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 7, Dec 12)
East Walnut Hills business district along Woodburn Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45206
Shop, eat and enjoy
Appalachian Festival (EAST)
May 10–11, 2025
New Richmond, Ohio
Food, performances and craftspeople
ArtisanFest513 Small Business Flea (CENTRAL)
May 10 & 25, 2025 (+Jun 7 & 28; Jul 12 & 26; Aug 9 & 23; Sept 13 & 27; Oct 18 & 31; Nov 8 & 29; Dec 13 & 14)
Washington Park at 1230 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
A gathering of local artisans and small businesses
Blue Ash Sister City Meet and Greet
May 10, 2025
Summit Park at 4335 Glendale Milford Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
Delegates from Sister City Ilmenau, Germany, will be at the park
Downtown Montgomery Walking Tour (EAST)
May 10, 2025
Corner of Montgomery Rd. and Remington Rd., Montgomery, Ohio 45242
Taste of signature items from six restaurants in the guided walking food tour of downtown Montgomery
Fifth Third Community Days (CENTRAL)
May 10, 2025 (+Jun 19/29, Jul 20, Aug 17/31, Sep 21, Nov 16/30, Dec 21)
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Special days to enjoy the museum
Gothica Botanica Butterfly Show (CENTRAL)
May 10–August 10, 2025
Krohn Conservatory
Wander and see delicate butterflies dance and fly
Hamilton Flea (NORTH)
May 10, 2025 (+Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 9, Sep 13)
Marcum Park at 106 North 2nd St., Hamilton, Ohio
10am–4pm; variety of local artisans who specialize in handcrafted goods and high-quality services
Ivan Cornejo – Mirada Tour Parte 2 (CENTRAL)
May 10, 2025
Andrew J. Brady Music Center, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Música Mexicana star Ivan Cornejo
Loveland Food Truck Rally (EAST)
May 10, 2025
Shoppers Haven Center at 655 Loveland Madeira Rd., Loveland, Ohio 45140
30+ food trucks, entertainment; bring folding chairs
Mother’s Day Tea (EAST)
May 10, 2025
201 Riverside Ave., Loveland, Ohio 45140
Loveland Museum Center will host a Mother’s Day Tea on May 10 for adults and children 8 years and older
Over-the-Rhine Cocktail Tour (CENTRAL)
May 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2025 (Saturdays through December 27, 2025)
Washington Park at 1390 Race Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Saturdays in the Park (CENTRAL)
May 10, 2025 (+June 14, July 12, and August 9)
Inwood Park at 2308 Vine St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219 (Clifton)
Bring your own brunch; 10am–12pm
Super Crafty Market (CENTRAL)
May 10, 2025
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Find a treasure!
The Off Market (EAST)
May 10, 2025 (+Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 8, Sep 13, and Nov 22)
Summit Park at 4335 Glendale Milford Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
Artisans, brewers, bakers and farmers gather to sell
The Real Taco Fest (CENTRAL)
May 10, 2025
Smale Park at 166 W. Mehring Way, Cincinnati, Ohio
Taco vendors, drinks, DJ and lawn games
Walnut Hills Food and Drink Tour (EAST)
May 10 and 24, 2025 (+more dates through December 6)
Various Walnut Hills businesses
Sample food and drink from local restaurants and bars
Waynesville Street Faire ( NORTH)
May 10, 2025 (+Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 9-10, Sept 13, Dec 7)
Downtown Waynesville, Ohio
50+ artisan vendors, food trucks, activities, music
Westside Market (WEST)
May 10, 2025 (+Jun 7, Jul 12, Aug 2, Sep 6, Nov 29)
Westwood Town Hall at 3017 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
100+ local vendors, food trucks and activities
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Art on Vine (CENTRAL)
May 11, 2025 (+Jun 8, Jul 13, Aug 10)
Washington Park, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
June – August at Fountain Square
Local artisans and crafters
Artisan Fair (WEST)
May 17, 2025
Arts Center (Front Lawn) at 9158 Winton Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45231
View and shop from artisans; music, food; craft beer
The City Flea (CENTRAL)
May 11, 2025 (+Jun 15, Jul 20, Aug 17, Sept 21, Oct 12 and Nov 2)
Apr & Nov: Spring Vintage Market Factory 52 at 4590 Beech St., Norwood, Cincinnati, Ohio 45212
May–Oct: Washington Park at 1230 Elm St,. in Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
See what treasures you can find from 100+ vendors! Food trucks, too
Mother’s Day Market (EAST)
May 11, 2025
MadTree at 3301 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45209
Sip and shop from local vendors
Jazz at the Park (CENTRAL)
May 12–October 27, 2025 (Mondays)
Washington Park at 1230 Elm Street, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm concerts with regional jazz acts
Herb Alpert & Tge Tijuana Brass (CENTRAL)
May 13, 2025
Taft Theater at E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Touring with an all new “Tijuana Brass”
Community Nights at Findlay Market (CENTRAL)
May 14 and 28, 2025 (+Jun 11/25, Jul 9/23, Aug 13/27; Sep 10/24, Oct 8/22)
1801 Race Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Connect with the neighborhood
Jim Gaffigan: Everything is Wonderful (CENTRAL)
May 15–18, 2025
Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Comedy show
Rockin’ the Roebling (CENTRAL)
May 15–August 28, 2025 (Thursdays)
Smale Riverfront Park at the Schmidlapp Event Lawn; Mehring Way and Main St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Enjoy the music
Beautiful Rain
May 16–17, 2025
Milford First United Methodist Church at 541 Main St., Milford, Ohio 45150
Clermont Chorale performances; silent auction
Hamler CountryFest (NORTH)
May 16–17, 2025
Hamler Park at 100 S. First St., Hamilton, Ohio 45013
Music festival
Havana Night (EAST)
May 16, 2025
Ault Park at 5090 Observatory Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45208
Salsa under the stars with Latin music
May Festival (CENTRAL)
May 16–24, 2025
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Musical choir performances
May Fete (CENTRAL)
May 16, 2025
Village Green along Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, Ohio
Carnival rides, games, food
Family Movie Night (WEST)
May 16, 2025 (+June 13)
Kuglia Park Pavilion at 6717 Bridgetown Rd., Green Township
Watch Inside Out 2 at the park! 8:30pm
The Lytle Park Wine & Food Festival
May 17, 2025
Lytle Park at 311 Pike Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm–9pm ticketed event with music, food and wine
Midwest Comedy Tour (EAST)
May 16, 2025
Landing Event Center at 119 South Karl Brown Way, Loveland, Ohio 45140
Austin Robertson, Becky Thompson, and Special Guests
Mustard Seed Market – Owensville (EAST)
May 16–18, 2025 (+Sept 19–21; Nov 14–16)
Clermont County Fairgrounds at 1000 Locust St., Owensville, Ohio 45160
Curated vendor market with 100 local small businesses, food trucks
Power to Pursue Summit (CENTRAL)
May 16, 2025
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Annual event where women gather to eliminate barriers and embrace the power of their authentic selves; 9am–5pm; fireside chat with Katie Couric
Artisan Fair (WEST)
May 17, 2025
The Grove Event Center at 9158 Winton Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45231
Juried art vendors, live music, food, beer
Cincinnati Dog Treat Fest
May 17, 2025
Sonder Brewing at 8460 Duke Blvd., Mason, Ohio 45040
12pm–2pm; Dog treats; lick mats, treat puzzles
Fitton Showstoppers – Just Strange Brothers Blues Explosion (NORTH)
May 17, 2025
101 S. Monument Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Rhythm and blues concert
German Biergarten Experience (WEST)
May 17 and 31, 2025 (+June 21/28, Jul 19/26)
Germania Park at 3529 W. Kemper Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45251
German food, beer and music
Jammin’ On the Loop (EAST)
May 17, 2025
Sharonville Downtown Loop at 3327 Creek Rd., Sharonville, Ohio
Food trucks, music, DORA; 5:30pm–10pm
Monster Jam (CENTRAL)
May 17–18, 2025
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Monster trucks with high-flying actions and stunts
The City Flea (CENTRAL)
May 17, 2025 (+Jun 21, Jul 19. Aug 16, Sep 20, Oct 11 Nov TBD)
Apr & Nov: Spring Vintage Market Factory 52 at 4590 Beech St., Norwood, Cincinnati, Ohio 45212
May–Oct: Washington Park at 1230 Elm St,. in Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
See what treasures you can find from 100+ vendors! Food trucks, too
Women’s Wine & Chocolate Walk (NORTH)
May 17, 2025
Downtown Middletown at 2 South Main Street, Middletown, OH, 45044
12pm–6pm; enjoy chocolate tastings
Bird Walk with Great Parks (EAST)
May 18, 2025
Summit Park at 4393 Glendale Milford Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
Explore local wildlife, learn about Ohio’s natural habitats, and connect with nature
Chasing the Dawn: A Choral Journey (CENTRAL)
May 18, 2025
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
May Festival Chorus, Chamber Choir, Youth Chorus and Cincinnati Boychoir Ambassadors illuminate Springer Auditorium through song, staging and dynamic lighting
Cin City Reptile Show (WEST)
May 18, 2025 (+Jun 1, Jul 13, Aug 10, Sep 14, Oct 5, Nov 9, Dec 14)
Holiday Inn Cincinnati West at 5800 Muhlhauser Rd., West Chester, Ohio 45069
Snnnnakes!
Cincinnati Kidney Walk (CENTRAL)
May 18, 2025
Fountain Square, Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
1.5 mile walk promoting kidney health
The Jazz Series at Moerlain Lager House (CENTRAL)
May 18, 2025 (+June 15; July 20; August 10)
115 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
The Old Green Eyes Quartet will be playing; 4pm–7:30pm
Wyoming Art Show (CENTRAL)
May 18, 2025
Worthington Ave., Wyoming, Ohio 45215
Enjoy viewing and buying art
Touch a Truck (EAST)
May 21, 2025
Summit Park at 4335 Glendale Milford Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
Get up close with all kinds of trucks; 4pm–7pm
Senior Picnic – Casino (WST)
May 22, 2025
The Grove Event Center at 9158 Winton Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45231
Lunch, casino-themed games
The Takeover (NORTH)
May 22 & 29, 2025 (+Jun 5, 12, 19 & 26)
The Square @ Union Centre at 9285 Centre Pointe Dr., West Chester, Ohio 45069
6pm–9pm outdoor concert series
Always A Bridesmaid (NORTH)
May 23–25, 2025
Fairfield Footlighters at Fairfield Community Arts Center, 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield, Ohio 45014
A story of friendship, love and how long that way for “Mr, Right” is supposed to be
Dive-In Movie (CENTRAL)
May 23, 2025 (+Jun 27, Jul 25, Aug 22, Sept 5)
Ziegler Park at 1322 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Float the night away and enjoy a movie; 7:30pm
Field of Memories (WEST)
May 23–26, 2025
Arlington Memorial Gardens at 2145 Compton Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45231
Flags waving in remembrance for Memorial Day
Gettin’ To The Point Concert Series (CENTRAL)
May 23 –July 25, 2025 (Most Fridays)
Schott Amphitheater, Sawyer Point, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm–10pm
Movies in the Park (NORTH)
May 23, 2025 (+Aug 22; Oct 24)
Village Green Park at 301 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, Ohio 45014
6:30pm: food trucks and activities; 7pm movie begin; bring blankets and chairs
Mrs. Dalloway (CENTRAL)
May 23–June 15, 2025
The Otto M. Budig Theater at 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Based on Virginia Woolf’s class book
The Candy Race (CENTRAL)
May 24, 2025
705 E Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Fun 5K; Jelly Tot Dash is 100 yards!
The Taste of Cincinnati (CENTRAL)
May 24–26, 2025
Fifth Street, downtown Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
65 restaurants and food trucks will feature tastes of their best foods
2025 International Freedom Conductor Awards (CENTRAL)
May 25, 2025
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Evening of live entertainment, and a powerful call to action as the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center honors four modern-day freedom heroes
Westwood Town Hall Live (WEST)
May 24, June 27, July 26, August 16, and September 12, 2025
Westwood Town Hall Park at 3017 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
7pm–10pm; free concert
Breaking Benjamin & Staind Concert (EAST)
May 25, 2025
Riverbend at 6295 Kellogg Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45230
Anderson Township Memorial Ceremony (EAST)
May 26, 2025
Anderson Center’s South Plaza at 7850 Five Mile Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45255
11:45am Bell Ceremony
Blue Ash Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony (EAST)
May 26, 2025
Reed Hartman Highway and Cooper Rd. toward Kenwood Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
10:15am parade; ceremony at 11:30am
Blue Ash Montgomery Symphony Concert (EAST)
May 26, 2025 (+July 3, Aug 12)
Nature Park at 4337 Cooper Rd., Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
7pm concert
Butler County Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade (NORTH)
May 26, 2025
Soldiers & Sailors Monument at One South Monument Ave,, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Parade at 10am; ceremony at 11:15am
Cheviot Memorial Day Parade (West)
May 26, 2025
Cheviot, Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
11am event
Fairfield Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony (NORTH)
May 26, 2025
Fairfield, Ohio 45014
Parade at 10am; ends at Veterans Memorial Park at 701 Wessel Dr.
Goshen Township Memorial Day Parade (NORTH)
May 31, 2025
Goshen Rd. to Old SR 28 ending at the Goshen Cemetery
10am parade; ceremony following the parade
Greenhills Memorial Day Ceremony (WEST)
May 26, 2025
Greenhills Commons, 24 Farragut Rd. Greenhills, Cincinnati, Ohio 45218
Green Township Memorial Day Ceremony (WEST)
May 26, 2025
Veterans Park at 6030 Harrison Ave., Green Township
2:00 ceremony
Loveland Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony (EAST)
May 26, 2025
Loveland, Ohio
Parade begins at 600 Loveland Madeira Rd. (Loveland Elementary School)
Madeira Memorial Day March and Ceremony (EAST)
May 26, 2025 at 9:30am
Madeira, Ohio
March begins at Madeira Middle School at 6612 Miami Avenue and heads north to Dawson Road
Ceremony at the Veterans Memorial at McDonald Commons Park at 7451 Dawson Road
Mariemont Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony (EAST)
May 26, 2025
3908 Plainville Road to Municipal Building at 6907 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, Ohio 45227
Ceremony following the parade
Memorial Day Picnic (CENTRAL)
May 26, 2025
Mt. Storm Park at 700 Lafayette Park, Cincinnati, Ohio 45220 (Clifton)
Parade from Middleton to Mt. Storm Park; grilled food, band, and activities
Middletown Memorial Day Parade (NORTH)
May 26, 2025
Woodside Cemetery at 1401 Woodside Boulevard, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
10am Parade travels from Smith Park to Woodside Cemetery
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Milford Memorial Day Parade (EAST)
May 26, 2025
Memorial Park at 401 Main St., Milford, Ohio 45150
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Monroe Memorial Day Ceremony (NORTH)
May 26, 2025
Veterans Memorial Park at 60 N Main St, Monroe, Ohio 45050
10am ceremony; refreshments
Montgomery Memorial Day Ceremony (EAST)
May 26, 2025
Hopewell Cemetery at 10205 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio. 45242
3pm ceremony
Sharonville Memorial Day Ceremony (EAST)
May 26, 2025
Patriot Pointe at 10988 Thornview Drive, Sharonville, Ohio 45241
12pm ceremony
Spring Grove Village Memorial Day Ceremony (WEST)
May 22–26, 2025
Spring Grove Cemetery at 4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45232
11am ceremony on 5/26
Sycamore Township, Deer Park and Silverton Memorial Day Parade (EAST)
May 26, 2025
Parade at 10am begins at Silverton Veterans Memorial Park and ends at Bechtold Park at 4312 Sycamore Road
West Chester Memorial Day Parade – West Chester (WEST)
May 26, 2025
Historic Olde West Chester Business District on West Chester Road 45069
10am
VFW Memorial Day Ceremony in Green Twp WEST)
May 26, 2025
Veterans Park at 6303 Harrison Ave., Green Township, Ohio
2pm
Wednesdays in the Woods (CENTRAL)
May 28–August 6, 2025 (Wednesdays)
Burnet Woods at 3251 Brookline Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
Outdoor concerts; food trucks; art making for kids
Groovin’ on the Green
May 29, 2025; (+June 5, 12, 19, 26; July 10, 17, 24; Aug 7; Sept 4)
Village Green Park at 310 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, Ohio 45014
Music, food trucks; Thursday concerts begin at 7pm
Milford Frontier Days Parade and Festival (EAST)
May 29–31, 2025
Lila Ave. to Main St., Downtown Milford, Ohio 45150
An annual tradition; Parade on May 30 at 6:30pm
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Roots Revival (CENTRAL)
May 29–August 28, 2025 (Thursdays)
Washington Park at 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Bluegrass concerts; 7pm–9pm
Sounds at Sunset (NORTH)
May 29 2025; June 12 and 26, 2025
Sunset Park at 2698 Milton Rd., Middletown, Ohio 45042
6pm–9pm free concerts
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Uptown Music Concert Series in Oxford, Ohio (NORTH)
May 29–August 14, 2025 (Thursdays)
Oxford Memorial Park at 2 E. High St., Oxford, Ohio
7pm; free concerts
All Saints Festival (EAST)
May 30–June 1, 2025
8939 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45236
Food, rides, games, fun
Cincinnati Tattoo Arts Festival (EAST)
May 30–June 1, 2025
Sharonville Convention Center at 11355 Chester Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
See incredible work of ink masters
Cincy Fringe Theatre Festival (CENTRAL)
May 30–June 14, 2025
Downtown Cincinnati and Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Various venues; Enjoy art, music, film, and dance
CincItalia (WEST)
May 30–June 1, 2025
Harvest Home Park at 3961 North Bend Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
Italian food, music and more
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Friday Night Flow (CENTRAL)
May 30–August 29, 2025 (Fridays)
Washington Park at 1230 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
R&B music concerts 6pm–10pm
Mutual Dance Theatre: Modern Mix ’25 (CENTRAL)
May 30–31, 2025
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Modern dance
Our Lord Christ the King JuneFest (EAST)
May 30–June 1, 2025
927 Ellison Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45226
Food, rides, games
Picnic Performance (EAST)
May 30, 2025
Ault Park at 5090 Observatory Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45208
Upper Green location; evening of symphonic music with CSO; bring chairs, blankets & picnic baskets
St. Jude Festival (WEST)
May 30–June 1, 2025
5924 Bridgetown Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45248
Music, rides, food, games
Stars of Magic (EAST)
May 30, 2025
111 South 2nd Street, Loveland, Ohio 45140
Loveland Stage Company presents dazzling magicians
Summerfair 2025 (EAST)
May 30–June 1, 2025
Coney Island at 6247 Kellogg Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45230
300 fine artists display their talent
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Jaja’s African Hair Braiding (CENTRAL)
May 31–June 22, 2025
Ensemble Theatre at 1127 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Welcome to Jaja’s bustling hair braiding shop in Harlem where a lively and eclectic group of West African immigrants create masterpieces on the heads of neighborhood women every day
Keehner Park Concert Series (NORTH)
May 31–September 1, 2025 (Select Saturdays)
Keehner Park at 7211 Barret Road, West Chester, Ohio 45069
7pm–9pm, bring chairs/blankets
Oxford Wine & Craft Beer Festival (NORTH)
May 31, 2025
Memorial Park, 4 S. Main St., Oxford, Ohio 45056
Premium wine lounge, beer garden, food court, local merchants and artists
Party in the Park (EAST)
May 31, 2025 (+Jun 14/28, Jul 12)
Chamberlin Park at 7777 Blue Ash Rd., Deer Park, Ohio 45236
Concert at 7pm
130th German Day at Findlay Market (CENTRAL)
May 31, 2025
1801 Race St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
10:30am: Program and Parade
The Queens! 4 Legends & 1 Stage (CENTRAL)
May 31, 2025
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, & Stephanie Mills perform
Redlegs Run (CENTRAL)
May 31, 2025
Great American Ball Park at 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Race invites runners and walkers of all ages to participate in a thrilling day of fitness and fun — just make sure the youngest participants stick to Gapper’s Kids Fun Run, reserved for kids 10 and under.
Touch-A-Truck (CENTRAL)
May 31, 2025 (+Jun 21; Aug 23)
Court Street Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Working vehicles from around Cincinnati to downtown, allowing kids of all ages to get an up-close look
May Local Events in Northern Kentucky
Flying Pig Expo
Through May 3, 2025
Northern Kentucky Convention Center at One West RiverCenter Blvd., Covington, Kentucky
P&G Health and Fitness Expo will serve as packet pickup for in-person participants. The expo is free and open to the public and hosts local and national vendors
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
May 1–18, 2025
802 York St., Newport, Kentucky 40171
The Footlighters present a production about swindlers and con men
Bellevue First Friday
May 2, 2025 (+1st Friday of each month)
200–700 Blocks of Fairfield Ave., Bellevue, Kentucky 41073
Each month is a different theme; retail shops stay open later and collaborate with the bars & restaurants
The Shark is Broken
May 2–17, 2025
636 Monmouth St., Newport, Kentucky
Falcon Theatre presents: a shark prop whose constant breakdowns are looking like an omen for the future of the movie
Benny The Butcher
May 3, 2025
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Concert
Cincinnati Rocktails
May 3, 2025
The Carnegie at 1028 Scott Blvd., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Night of unforgettable music, storytelling, and signature cocktails!
Market on Main
May 3, 2025 (+Jun 7, Jul 5, Aug 2, Sep 6, Oct 4, Nov 1)
8321 E Main St., Alexandria, Kentucky 41011
Main Street businesses and local vendors
Ludlow Flea and Craft Fair
May 4, 2025 (1st Sundays Feb–Dec)
Ludlow Theatre at 322 Elm St., Ludlow, Kentucky, 41016
Homemade goods, vintage items and more
Smoke on the River BBQ Fest
May 9–12, 2025
Newport Festival Park, Newport, Kentucky
BBQ, drinks, music
Warren Zeiders – The Relapse Tour
May 9, 2025
MegaCorp Pavilion at 101 W. 4th Street, Newport, Kentucky 41071
Country music concert experience with opener Tyler Braden
12th Annual Scurry for Mental Health
May 16, 2025
Covington Plaza at 1 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Challenge stations throughout Covington (aka The Amazing Race!)
Margarita Madness
May 16, 2025
The Purple People Bridge, 425 York St., Newport, Kentucky 41071
10th year for this event! Live music, margaritas and light bites
Bellevue Blossoms – Spring Fest in the Park
May 17, 2025
Bellevue Beach Park at 100 Ward Ave., Bellevue, Kentucky
11am–3pm; vendors & enjoy free family-friendly activities
53rd Annual Duveneck Art Show
May 17, 2025
George Rogers Clark Park, 301 Riverside Dr., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Art, music, food trucks
Burlington Antique Show
May 18, 2025 (+Jun 8, Jul 20, Aug 17, Sep 21, & Oct 19)
Boone County Fairgrounds at 5819 Idlewood Rd., Burlington, Kentucky 41005
Find a treasure!
Fort Thomas Walking Tour
May 18, 2025
Fort Thomas Mess Hall at 801 Cochran St., Ft. Thomas, Kentucky 41075
Fort Thomas Military and Community History Museum will host a walking tour of the fort and the Midway 10:30AM
Florence Public Works Night Out
May 20, 2025
Florence Mall at 4000 Florence Mall, Florence, Kentucky 41042
4pm; Food, displays; explore big trucks and equipment
Mermaids at Newport Aquarium
May 24–June 22, 2025
One Aquarium Way, Newport, Kentucky 41071
The sparkling stars of the sea are making waves again at Newport Aquarium
Ft. Thomas Memorial Day Ceremony
May 26, 2025
Tower Park at 900 South Ft. Thomas Ave., Ft. Thomas, Kentucky 41075
Honoring Campbell Co. Vietnam Veterans who sacrificed all while serving their county. Presentation at 2pm at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Tower Park, followed by coffee and cookies in the Armory
Kids Art Night
May 27, 2025
Independence Senior Center at 2001 Jack Woods Parkway, Independence, Kentucky 41051
Create shrinky dink art; Ice cream social; 6pm
Kentucky Strawberry Festival
May 24–25, 2025
Stepping Stone Farm at 1674 Cynthiana Rd., Paris, Kentucky 40361
Pick your own strawberries, activities, food trucks, musicrrfff
Carroll County Fair
May 26–31, 2025
Carroll County Fairgrounds in Carroll County, Kentucky
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Florence Memorial Day Parade and Program
May 26, 2025
Florence, Kentucky
Parade at 10am from Florence High School to the Government Center
Program at 11:30am at the Boone County Veterans Memorial at the Government Center
May Local Events in Dayton and Springfield, Ohio
Into the Woods
Through May 4, 2025
LaComedia Dinner Theatre at 765 W.. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio 45066
Familiar fairy tale characters invade one another’s stories
Reefer Madness
Through May 4, 2025
Beavercreek Community Theatre at 3868 Dayton-Xenia Rd.. Beavercreek, Ohio 45432
Musical comedy about marijuana
2nd Street Market
May 1–31, 2025 (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays)
600 E. 2nd Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Like a European market
Hunger Days Food Truck Rallies
May 1, 8, 16, 22 and 29, 2025 (+Thursdays through October)
Hobson Freedom Park at 2910 Trebein Rd., Fairborn, Ohio 45325
Pride of Dayton: London Send Off Concert
May 1, 2025
Roger Glass Center for the Arts at 29 E. Creative Way, Dayton, Ohio 45469
The Pride of Dayton Marching Band will host a concert
Solving the Enigma: History of the German Cipher Machine
May 1, 2025
Wright Memorial Public Library at 1776 Far Hills Ave., Oakwood, Ohio 45419|
Learn about the cipher machine gave the German military the upper hand in WWII, until a Dayton engineer changed history.
ARTeBRATION at Front Street
May 2–3 2025
1001 East 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402
Brick City Mural Festival, Dayton Food Truck Rally, Live Music @the Levitt Pavilion, Dayton Music tent 100+ art studios, galleries & shops
A World A’Fair Dayton International Festival
May 2–4, 2025
Greene County Fairgrounds at 120 Fairground Rd., Xenia, Ohio 45285
Showcasing the ethnic backgrounds and cultures of Dayton
Dayton Jazz Ensemble Concert
May 2, 2025
Roger Glass Center for the Arts at 29 E. Creative Way, Dayton, Ohio 45469
Experience combining the skill of interpreting challenging written music with the art of improvisation
Front Street Art Hop
May 2 and 3, 2025 (+Jun 6/7, Jul 4/5, Aug 1/2, Sep 5/6, Oct 3/4, Nov 7/8, Dec 5/6)
Front Street at 1001 East 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Explore art studios & galleries of more than 150 artists. Shop vintage, antiques, and handcrafted goods from multiple boutiques.
2nd Street Market
May 2–31, 2025 (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays)
600 E. 2nd Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Like a European market
MJ Live – Michael Jackson Tribute Concert
May 2, 2025
Clark State Performing Arts Center at 300 S Fountain Ave, Springfield, Ohio45506
Michael Jackson is recreated with dancers, music and choreography
The Unsinkable Molly Brown
May 2–18, 2025
Dayton Playhouse at 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45414
A funny and uplifting play
Art on the Playground
May 3, 2025
3036 Bellflower St., Kettering, Ohio
Habitat Environmental Center hosts interactive arts festival for kids of all ages
Grazing Ground Market
May 3–4, 10–11, 17–18, 24–25 and 31, 2025 (+Jun 1/7/8/14/15/21)
6280 Brantford Rd, Dayton, Ohio 45414
Farm-fresh eggs, seasonal produce, and handcrafted items
Oregon District Derby Day Wiener Dog Race
May 3, 2025
501 E. Fifth St. Dayton Ohio, 45402
12pm–6pm; Doggie races; hot dog eating contest; vendors
Spring Fields and Flowers Craft Show
May 3–4, 2025
Clark County Fairgrounds, Springfield, Ohio at 4401 South Charleston Pike, Springfield, Ohio 45502
Flowers, crafters, homemade sweets, food trucks
Teddy Bear Brunch in the Park
May 3, 2025
Bill Yeck Park at 2230 E. Centerville Station Rd., Dayton, Ohio 45459
Smith House lawn; bring your own brunch or purchase treats from vendors
Trotwood Battle of the Bands
May 3, 2025
Trotwood Madison High School at 4440 N Union Rd, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Best bands battle it out to honor the legendary icons of music!
University of Dayton New Horizons Concert
May 3, 2025
Roger Glass Center for the Arts at 29 E. Creative Way, Dayton, Ohio 45469
Dr. Roy Ernst, the founder of New Horizons, as a guest conductor
Band on the Run
May 4, 2025
Kettering High School at 3301 Shroyer Rd.,Kettering, Ohio 45429
Kettering Band fundraising 5K run/walk
First Sundays at Eudora Brewing Company
May 4, 2025 (+Jun 1)
1863 W Stroop Road, Dayton, Ohio 45439
20 vendors feature high-quality, handmade items
Flower Power Walk and Roll
May 4, 2025
221 N, Main St., Centerville, Ohio 45459
Walk via a paved path; stop at booths along the way; games and flowers
Victorian Afternoon Tea
May 4, 2025 (+Jun 8, Aug 17, Sep 21, Oct 26, Dec 6-7, Dec 13-14)
Patterson Homestead at 1815 Brown St., Dayton, Ohio 45409
3-course tea service from costumed interpreters
Paris Flea Market
May 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2025 (+Sundays through October)
Dixie Drive-In Theater at 6201 N. Dixie, Dayton, Ohio 45414
Buy, sell and trade!
Train Rides at Carillon Park Railroad
May 10 & 25, 2025 (+Jun 21 & 22; July 5 & 26; Aug 2, 16, 30; Sep 14 & 27; Oct 11 & 25)
Carillon Historical Park Museum at 1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, Ohio 45409
1pm–4pm
Bob Ross Auto Group Jazz & Beyond Concert
May 8, 2025 (+Jul 17, Aug 14, Oct 9)
Dayton Art Institute at 456 Belmonte Park N., Dayton, Ohio 45404
5:30pm–7:30pm concerts
Children of Eden
May 8–June 15, 2025
LaComedia Dinner Theatre at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio 45066
Beautifully dramatic portrayal of creation and the flood that examines the complex love between parents and children
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Concert
May 9, 2025
Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Movie viewed on a giant screen, while the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra performs
Barn-N-Bunk Spring Vendor Show
May 10, 2025
Barn N Bunk Market, 3677 Wayne Madison Rd., Trenton, Ohio 45067
Shop over 60 local vendors and artisans
Cars and Coffee at Austin Landing
May 10, 2025 (+Jun 7, Jul 5, Aug 2 and 30, Sep 27, Oct 25)
10050 Innovation Drive, Dayton, OH 45342
From exotics to classics and vintage iron to tuned cars. Come and eat before or after the show!
Healthy Kids Day
May 10, 2025
Riverscape MetroPark at 111 E. Monument Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Kids Day is all about keeping kids active, engaged, and thriving!
Deeds Carillon Concerts
May 11, 18 and 25, 2025 (+Dates through December 7)
Carillon Historical Park at 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton, Ohio 45409
Listen to the 51 bells!
Preble Co. Pride Festival 2025
Cancelled for 2025
Fort Saint Clair Park at 135 Camden Rd., Eaton, Ohio 45320
Front Street Saturdays
May 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2025 (+dates through Aug 23)
1001 East 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Boutiques, workshops, & studios are open
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks: Glow N Fire
May 10–11, 2025
Nutter Center at 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton, Ohio 45435
Big trucks!
2nd Sunday Handmade Market
May 11, 2025
Wandering Griffin Brewery, 3725 Presidential Dr. Beavercreek, Ohio 45324
Market featuring unique, handcrafted goods curated by Handmade Dayton
Skinner Pipe Organ Performance
May 11 and 18, 2025 (+Jun 8/15/29; Jul 6/20; Aug 3/17; Sep 7/21; Oct 12/26; Nov 9/16/23; Dec 7/14/21)
Dayton Art Institute at 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton, Ohio 45404
1st and 3rd Sunday concerts
Train Rides at Carillon Park Railroad
May 11 and 26, 2025 (+Jun 22/23, Jul 6/27, Aug 3/27, Sep 15/28, Oct 12/26)
Carillon Historical Park Museum at 1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, Ohio 45409
1pm–4pm
Vandalia Sweet Treats Fest
May 10, 2025
Vandalia Recreation Center at 256 E. Alkaline Springs Rd., Vandalia, Ohio 45377
Food trucks, dessert vendors, live music
Taste of Troy
May 15, 2025
405 Public Square, downtown Troy, Ohio 45373
Taste your way through downtown Troy
Hamvention 2025
May 16–18, 2025
Greene County Fairgrounds at 120 Fairground Rd., Xenia, Ohio 45383
500 exhibits indoors, 2500 outdoor exhibits showcasing amateur radio equipment and accessories
Spring Fest in The Burg
May 16–18, 2025
Riverfront Park at 1 Water St, Miamisburg, Ohio 45432
Art, music, activities, parade, carnival, food
Springfield Antique Show and Flea Market
May 16–18, 2025 (+Jun 21–22, Aug 16–17, Sep 19–21, Oct 18–19, Nov 15–16)
Clark County Fairgrounds at 4401 S. Charleston Pike, Springfield, Ohio
Find a treasure
Biergartens
May 17, 2025 (+Jun 21, Jul 19, Aug 16, Sep 20) (3rd Saturday)
Dayton Liederkranz Turner at 1400 E. Fifth Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
5pm–10pm; German music, trivia, beer, food
Flurry Skurry 5K
May 17, 2025
St. Leonard CHU Living Communities at 8100 Clyo Rd., Centerville, Ohio 45458
Runners, walkers and pet lovers
Pride Rocks!
May 17, 2025
Levitt Pavilion at 134 S. Main St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Food trucks, local vendors, music
Tab-a-Pull-ooza
May 17, 2025
2nd Street Market at 600 E. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Bring can pull tab collections for a friendly competition
Touch-a-Truck in Madison Park
May 17, 2025
Madison Park at 301 S. Broadway St., Trotwood, Ohio 45426
See some cool trucks!
Blessings of the Bikes
May 18, 2025
Kil-Kare Raceway at 1166 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Xenia, Ohio 45385
Motorcycle riders to have their bikes blessed for a safe riding season
Carillon Park Concerts
May 18–December 7, 2025
Carillon Park at 1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, Ohio 45409
Fleurs de Fete – Wine and Gourmet Food Festival
May 18, 2025
Carillon Historial Park at 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton, Ohio 45409
Enjoy sampling wines and gourmet dishes
The Heights Summer Music Series
May 18–September 6, 2025
Eichelberger Amphitheater at 8625 Brandt Pike, Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
Free concerts on select Saturdays
In Praise of Peace – Bach Society of Dayton Choral Concert
May 18, 2025
Kettering Adventist Church at 3939 Stonebridge Rd., Dayton, Ohio 45419
Concert featuring J.S. Bach’s Magnificat and G.F. Handel’s Utrecht Te Deum and Jubilate
The String Cheese Incident
May 18, 2025
Rose Music Center at 6800 Executive Blvd., Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
Concert
Configurations (DEDC2)
May 22-23, 2025
University of Dayton at 300 College Park, Dayton, Ohio 45469
Reinterpreting dance in a contemporary way by the Dayton Contemporary Dance Co.
Memorial Day Weekend at Young’s Jersey Dairy
May 22–26, 2025
6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd., Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387
Carnival rides, miniature golf
Between Riverside and Crazy
May 23–June 8, 2025
Dayton Theatre Guild at 430 Wayne Ave, Dayton, Ohio 45410
A retired copy struggles to old onto a rent-stabilized apartment
Dayton Sideshow 2025
May 23, 2025
Yellow Cab Tavern at 700 E. 4th St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Annual festival of art, music, and performance
Feast of the Flowering Moon Festival
May 23–25, 2025
Yoctangee Park, Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
Memorial Day Parade, carnival rides, entertainment
Movies in the Park (NORTH)
May 23, 2025 (+Aug 22; Oct 24)
Village Green Park at 301 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, Ohio 45014
6pm: food trucks and activities; 7pm movie begin; bring blankets and chairs
Springfield Swap Meet & Car Show
May 23, 2025
Clark Co. Fairgrounds at 4410 S. Charleston Pike, Springfield, Ohio
100s of vendors with parts and accessories; cars for sale
Brit Floyd – The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show
May 24, 2025
Rose Music Center at 6800 Executive Blvd., Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
Concert
BTM Annual British Car Meet
May 24, 2025
British Transportation Museum at 321 Hopeland St., Dayton, Ohio 45417
Cars on display and visit the 65 vehicles in the museum collection
Dayton Cheese Fest
May 24, 2025
Austin Landing at 10050 Innovation Drive, Dayton, Ohio 45342
3pm–10pm; Cheese! Beer garden; music; Inflatables & games; fireworks show
Forest Ridge Annual Food Truck Rally and Craft Show
May 24, 2025
Forest Ridge at 4312 Meadowsweet Dr., Dayton, Ohio 45424
Food trucks and local craft vendors
Dayton Heritage Day at Carillon Park
May 25, 2025
Carillon Historical Park at 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton, Ohio 45409
Demonstrations, costumed interpreters; Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra
Beavercreek Memorial Day Ceremony
May 26, 2025
Veterans Memorial Park at 1911 N. Fairfield Rd., Beavercreek, Ohio 45432
2pm ceremony; bring a lawn chair
The Comeuppance
May 27–June 8, 2025
The Loft Theatre at 126 N. Main St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Human Race Theatre Co. performs; on the eve of their 20th high school reunion, a close-knit group of former classmates reunite
Fairborn Community Movie Night: Moana 2
May 30, 2025
Central Park at Fairborn, Ohio 45324
Join us at Central Park next to the YMCA for a fun-filled evening the whole family will enjoy! We’re hosting a free movie night featuring Moana 2 on the big screen. 7pm games; movie at dusk
Passport to MetroParks
May 30
Riverscape MetroPark at 111 E. Monument Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45202
Family-friendly evening full of live music, food trucks, and fun activities
Shakespeare in the Heights – Much Ado About Nothing
May 30–June 8, 2025
Eichelbereger Amphitheater at 8625 Brandt Pike, Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
Shakespeare, flappers, gangsters! Set in Chicago of the roaring twenties
Funk Fest
May 31, 2025
Levitt Pavilion at 130 S. Main St., Dayton, Ohio
Free admission to this funk concert; 5:30pm
Levitt Pavilion Dayton/Eichelberger Free Concert Series
May 31 2025; (+Jun 5–7, 12–14, 19–21, 28; Jul3–5, 10–12, 17–19, 26, 31; Aug 1–2, 7–9, 14–16, 21–22, 30; Sept 4–6, 13)
Dave Hall Plaza on 130 S. Main St., Dayton, Ohio
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Live Outdoor Music at The Greene
May 31, 2025 (+June 7, 21, and 28; July 12 and 26; August 2, 9 and 30; Sept 13)
The Greene at 4452 Buckeye Lane, Beavercreek, Ohio 45440
Bring a chair and blanket. Beer garden.
May Local Events in Southeastern Indiana
Ripley County Park Hop
Through May 3. 2025
Ripley County Parks, Indiana
Scavenger hunt in 21 parks throughout Ripley County; finale at Versailles State Park
Spectacular Stunt Dog Show
May 3, 2025
Batesville High School at 1 Bulldog Blvd W, Batesville, Indiana 47006
Canine athletes perform stunts
Spring Choir Festival
May 4, 2025
Prince of Peace Catholic Church 413 E 2nd St., Madison, Indiana
Easter anthems performed from local churches
Tri-State Antique Market
May 4, 2025 (+Jun 1, Jul 6, Aug 3, Sept 7, Oct 5)
Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds at US 50, Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025
Discover an old gem
Vogt Farm Hanging Basket Festival
May 9–11, 2025
12115 North State Rt. 129, Batesville, Indiana 47006
Enjoy the flowers
Molly Dattilo 5K Run/Walk
May 10, 2025
Crystal Beach Aquatic Park 400 West Vaughn Drive, Madison, Indiana
Five races, a walk and a bike rally
Still Folkin’ Music Series: John Harrod and Kentucky Wild Horse
May 10, 2025
Red Bicycle Hall 125 E. Main Street, Madison, Indiana
Solo songwriters and bands keeping with the folk and roots tradition
Rumble on the River Car Show
May 24, 2025
Madison Riverfront, Madison, Indiana
Classic cars, bikes and trucks; food vendors; live music
27th Annual Community Art Show
May 29, 2025
Batesville Memorial Public Library at 131 N. Walnut St., Batesville, Indiana
Local artists’ displays
Sip & Shop
May 30, 2025
Downtown Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025
Enjoying browsing through shops
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