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
Step By Step (CENTRAL)
Through May 1, 2026 (Friday)
Fountain Square, Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
5pm–8pm; learn a new dance technique each week
August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson (CENTRAL)
Through May 3, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
A clash over the fate of a family’s heirloom piano
Pericles
Through May 3, 2026
The Otto M. Budig Theater at 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Bold reimagining of William Shakespeare’s play
Water For Elephants (CENTRAL)
Through May 3, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Imaginative Broadway musical
Distaster
Through May 11, 2026
Warsaw Incline Theater at 801 Matson Pl., Cincinnati, Ohio 45204
A night of hilarity aboard a floating casino and discotheque
Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical (CENTRAL)
Through May 17, 2026
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park at 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Inspiring musical biography features many signature songs and offers a personal portrait of one of the most beloved entertainers of all time
Jazz at the Square (CENTRAL)
Through May 19, 2026 (Tuesdays)
Fountain Square at Fifth and Race Streets, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm–8pm concerts; local and regional acts
Southern Sessions at Fountain Square (CENTRAL)
Through May 20, 2026 (Wednesdays)
Fountain Square at E. Fifth and Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
4–6pm; Enjoy live folk, roots, and Americana music
Music at Elm Street Plaza’s Pavilion (CENTRAL)
Through May 23, 2026 (Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat)
150 W 5th St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
5pm–8pm
Cincinnati Booze and Boos Tour (CENTRAL)
May 1–30, 2026 (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 1–30, 2026 various dates (+ dates through Dec 30)
Outside Planet Fitness at 145 Second St. East, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Downtown, Findlay Market and 6 food stops
The City Mercantile Spring Market (NORTH)
May 1–2, 2026 (+Nov 13–15)
Warren County Fairgrounds at 665 Broadway, Lebanon, Ohio 45036
Farmhouse and modern home decor, music, food trucks
First Friday and Second Look Saturday in Middletown (NORTH)
May 1 and 2, 2026 (+Jun 5/6, Jul 3/4, Aug 7/8, Sep 4/5, Oct 2/3, Nov 6/7, Dec 4/5)
Pendleton Art Center at 1105 Central Ave., Middletown, Ohio 45042
Meet artists and enjoy food, music, art, friends, and have fun!
Flying Pig Expo (CENTRAL)
May 1–2, 2026
First Financial Convention Center at 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
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
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon (CENTRAL)
May 1–3, 2026
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
May the Fourth Be With You (NORTH)
May 1–4, 2026
COhatch Hamilton, 219 High St, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Celebrating Star Wars Day with a movie and fun, family-friendly activities! Enjoy a cosplay contest, light saber battles, Star Wars trivia, arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, and adult beverages
Modern Mix ’26 (CENTRAL)
May 1–2, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Connection and contrast – featuring 4 new dance works
The Music of Star Wars (CENTRAL)
May 1–3, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Travel to galaxies far, far away as the Cincinnati Pops performs the best music from across the Star Wars universe by John Williams
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
May 1–3, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
Musical
Zoo Babies (CENTRAL)
May 1–May 31, 2026
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden at 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
Cute baby alert!
7th Annual Cincinnati Taco & Tequila Bar Crawl (CENTRAL)
May 2, 2026
Various Over-the-Rhine bars, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Register for a crawl party and taco tokens
Cincinnati Spring Fest (CENTRAL)
May 2, 2026
Washington Park at 1230 Elm Street,Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Artisan marketplace
Cincinnati Taco and Tequila Bar Crawl (CENTRAL)
May 2, 2026
Check in at On The Rhine Eatery at 100 East Court St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Tacos, margaritas, tequila shots
Cincy Cinco Latino Festival (CENTRAL)
May 2–3, 2026
Fountain Square, Fifth Street, downtown Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Music, dance and food
Ethnic Eats in Over-the-Rhine Food Tour (CENTRAL)
May 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2026 (+dates through December – Saturdays)
Washington Park at 1309 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Weekly on Saturdays; explore new cultural dishes
Findlay Market Tour (CENTRAL)
May 2, 9 and 30, 2026 (+dates throughout 2026)
1801 Race St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Discover hidden gems at the market; samples from 5 merchants
Finds on the Farm Spring Craft Show (NORTH)
May 2, 2026
Niederman Family Farm at 5110 Lesourdsville West Chester Road, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Outdoor craft show features over 50 unique vendors
Spring Pottery Fair (EAST)
May 2, 2026
1523 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45206
40+ clay artists will display and sells their goods
Madeira Art Fair (EAST)
May 3, 2026
7141 Miami Road in downtown Madeira, Ohio 45243
Enjoy looking at the talent of artisans
Jazz at the Park (CENTRAL)
May 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2026 (+Mondays –October 26)
Washington Park at 1230 Elm Street, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm concerts with regional jazz acts
Midwest Ceramics Show (NORTH)
May 5–6, 2026
Butler County Fairgrounds at 1715 Fairgrove Ave., Hamilton, Ohio 45011
View and learn all about ceramics
Public Tram Tour at Spring Grove (WEST)
May 6 and 17, 2026 (+June 3)
4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45232
Enjoying touring the cemetery
360 Allstars (CENTRAL)
May 7, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation
Blues and Brews (CENTRAL)
May 7, 14 , and 21, 2026
Washington Park at 1230 Elm St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm–9pm
Bourbon Flights at the Zoo (CENTRAL)
May 7, 2026
Cincinnati Zoo at 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
Variety of bourbons – served neat, on the rocks, and with mixers at 15 different stations
Dancing with the Stars: Live! (CENTRAL)
May 7, 2026
Andrew J. Brady Music Center at 25 Race Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Featuring fan-favorite professional dancers from the #1 hit television series
Salsa on the Square (CENTRAL)
May 7–October 1, 2026 (Thursdays)
Fountain Square, Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
7pm–10pm; local and regional Latin bands
Beethoven & Tchaikovsky (CENTRAL)
May 8–9, 2026
Music Hall at 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto opens with a commanding, majestic flourish; Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 delves deep into the human experience, embodying the struggle between fate and the quest for happiness
Cincinnati Tattoo Arts Festival (CENTRAL)
May 8–10, 2026
First National Convention Center at 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
It’s all about the tats!
Gettin’ To The Pointe Concert Series (CENTRAL)
May 8 and 22; June 5 and 26; July 10 and 24, 2026 (Fridays)
Schott Amphitheater at Sawyer Point, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
6pm–10pm; food and drinks
Independence (EAST)
May 8–24, 2026
Loveland Stage Company: 111 S. 2nd St., Loveland, Ohio 45140
Three sisters return to their small Iowa hometown to confront long-buried secrets, family trauma
Rent (CENTRAL)
May 8–16, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Ups and downs of a year in the life of a group of impoverished, artistic friends living in Manhattan’s East Village
Satchvai Band (EAST)
May 8, 2026
Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio
Concert
Turn To Stone: A Tribute to ELO
May 8, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
Homage to the expansive catalog of Electric Light Orchestra
Appalachian Festival (EAST)
May 9–10, 2026
New Richmond, Ohio
Food, performances and craftspeople
Bands and Bikes Mini Music Festival (WEST)
May 9, 2026
Moto Federation Community Garage: 1213 York St, Suite C, Cincinnati, Ohio 45214
Live music meets motorcycle culture
Fifth and Vine Live! (CENTRAL)
May 9–September 5, 2026 (Saturdays)
Fountain Square at 520 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio
Concert time! 7pm–10pm
Hamilton Flea (NORTH)
May 9, 2026 (+Jun 13, Jul 11, Aug 8, Sep 12)
Marcum Park at 106 North 2nd St., Hamilton, Ohio
10am–4pm; variety of local artisans who specialize in handcrafted goods and high-quality services
The House on Watch Hill (CENTRAL)
May 9–31, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati at 1127 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
’80s coming-of-age story follows a group of teen misfits as they build a haunted house
Art on Vine (CENTRAL)
May 10, 2026 (+Jun 7, July 5, Aug 9, Sept 6, Oct 4)
Washington Park at 1230 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
(June/July/Aug/Sept/Oct at Elm Street Plaza)
Local artisans and crafters
I Hear Music at the Fountain (CENTRAL)
May 10, 2026 (+June 14, July 12, Aug 9, Sept 6)
520 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
2pm–6pm Sunday afternoons
Middletown’s Open Air Market (NORTH)
May 10, 2026 (+Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 9, Sep 13)
916 1st Ave, 916 1st Ave, Middletown, Ohio 45044
Second Sunday market; 11am–5pm; local makers, growers, bakers, and artists
ArtisanFest513 Small Business Flea (CENTRAL)
May 12 and 23, 2026 (+Jun 6; Jul 25; Aug 22 & 29; Sept 5 & 26; Oct 3 & 24; Nov 7 & 14; Dec 12 & 19)
Washington Park at 1230 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
A gathering of local artisans and small businesses
Suffs: The Musical (CENTRAL)
May 12–17, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Tony award-winning musical about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote
Bark in the Park (CENTRAL)
May 13, 2026 (+Jun 23, Aug 18, Sep 16)
Great American Ball Park at 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, downtown Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Bring your pooch to the ballgame!
Ohio Goes To The Movies
May 15, 2026 (+Jul 17/18, Aug 14, Sep 21, Oct 2)
Various locations throughout Cincinnati, Ohio
Explore the people, places and stories that put Ohio on the big screen, with free, ticketed screenings happening across the Cincinnati region
Cincinnati Geo Fair (NORTH)
May 16–17, 2026
Butler County Fairground Event Center at 1715 Fairgrove Ave., Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Gems, minerals, fossils and jewelry show
The City Flea (CENTRAL)
May 16, 2026 (+Jun 20, Jul 18. Aug 15, Sep 19, Oct 17, Nov 1, Dec TBD)
May–Oct: Washington Park at 1230 Elm St. in Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Nov: Ziegler Park at 1322 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
See what treasures you can find from 100+ vendors! Food trucks, too
Kid Cudi Presents: The Rebel Rangers Tour (EAST)
May 16, 2026
Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio
Motown! (NORTH)
May 16, 2026
Fitton Center at 101 S. Monument Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Great hits!
Party in the Park (EAST)
May 16 & 30, 2026 (+June 13 & 27; and July 1 & 25; Aug 7, 8, 16; Sep 19)
Chamberlin Park at 7777 Blue Ash Rd., Deer Park, Ohio 45236
Paw Patrol Live – A Mighty Adventure (CENTRAL)
May 16–17, 2026
Heritage Bank Center at 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Chase, Marshall, and Skye perform
Saturdays in the Park (CENTRAL)
May 16–August 15, 2026 (Saturdays)
Inwood Park at 2308 Vine St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219 (Clifton)
Bring your own brunch; 10am–12pm
Spirits (EAST)
May 16, 2025 (+Jun 27, Jul 25, Aug 29, Sept 19/26, Oct 3, Nov 21, Dec 12)
Heritage Village Museum, 11500 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, Ohio 45241
Immersive paranormal experiences
Women’s Wine and Chocolate Walk (NORTH)
May 16, 2026
Governor Square, 1045 Central Avenue, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
Corks & Cowgirls theme
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Cin City Reptile Show (WEST)
May 17, 2026 (+Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 9, Sep 12/13, Oct 18, Nov 8, Dec 13)
Holiday Inn Cincinnati West at 5800 Muhlhauser Rd., West Chester, Ohio 45069
Snnnnakes!
Fifth Third Community Days (CENTRAL)
May 17 and 31, 2026 (+Jun 19, Jul 19, Aug 16, Sep 20, Oct 18, Nov 15/29, Dec 20)
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center at 50 E. Freedom Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Special days to enjoy the museum
An Evening with David Sedaris (CENTRAL)
May 18, 2026
Aronoff Center at 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
America’s best-selling humorist and social satirist
Hardy: The Country! Country! Tour (EAST)
May 21, 2026
Riverbend Music Center at 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio
Emma (CENTRAL)
May 22–June 14, 2026
The Otto M. Budig Theater at 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Charming world of Jane Austen with Kate Hamill’s witty and unexpected adaptation of Emma
Ink and Drink: Lino Cuts and Long Islands (NORTH)
May 22, 2026
Pyramid Sculpture Park and Museum at 1763 Hamilton Cleves Rd, Hamilton, Ohio 45013
Evening of printmaking and delicious cocktails
Jurassic World By Brickman (WEST)
Opens May 22, 2026
Cincinnati Museum Center at 1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio 45203
Legos create 50 dinosaurs and scenes from Jurassic World movie; interactive area with 2.5 millions Legos
German Biergarten Experience (WEST)
May 22 & 30, 2026 (+June 27, July 18/25)
Germania Park at 3529 W. Kemper Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45251
German food, beer and music
Summer Pavilion Concerts in Evendale (EAST)
May 16, 2026 (+June 13 and 20; July 11, 25, & 29; August 15, & 29)
Evendale Pavilion at 10500 Reading Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241
Free concerts; various start times
Taste of Cincinnati (CENTRAL)
May 23–25, 2026
100 5th St E, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Taste food from some of Cincinnati’s best restaurants and food trucks
Ohio Toy and Ceramic Show (NORTH)
May 24, 2026
Holiday Inn Cincinnati N – West Chester by IHG, 5800 Muhlhauser Rd, West Chester Twp, Ohio 45069
Brings together toy collectors and popular Ohio toy stores all under one roof
Fairfield Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony (NORTH)
May 25, 2026
Veterans Memorial Park at 701 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, Ohio 45014
Veterans groups, military units, the Fairfield High School Marching Band, community groups and organizations, the Fairfield Police Department, and Fairfield Fire and Paramedic units
West Chester Memorial Day Parade (NORTH)
May 25, 2026
Brookside Cemetery, West Chester Road, West Chester Township, Ohio 45069
Parade will make its way down Cincinnati-Dayton Road through the historic Olde West Chester business district to West Chester Cemetery (a.k.a. Brookside Cemetery) on West Chester Road for a special remembrance ceremony.
1776 (WEST)
May 27–June 21, 2026
Warsaw Incline Theater at 801 Matson Pl., Cincinnati, Ohio 45204
Members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for Independence
Groovin’ on the Green (NORTH)
May 28; June 4, 11, 18 & 25; July 2, 9, 16, & 23; Aug 6; Sept 3, 2026
Village Green Park at 310 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, Ohio 45014
Music, food trucks; Thursday concerts begin at 7pm
All Saints Festival (EAST)
May 29–31, 2026
8939 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45236
Food, rides, games, fun
Art After Dark (CENTRAL)
May 29, 2026 (+6/26, 7/31, 8/28, 9/25, 10/30)
Cincinnati Art Museum at 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Galleries come to life during Art After Dark
CincItalia (WEST)
May 29–31, 2026
Harvest Home Park at 3961 North Bend Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
Italian food, music and more
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Cincinnati Fringe Theatre Festival (CENTRAL)
May 29–June 13, 2026
Various locations throughout downtown and Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Enjoy art, music, film, and dance
Friday Night Flow (CENTRAL)
May 29, 2026 (+June 5, 12, 19 & 26; Jul 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31; Aug 7, 14, 21 & 28; Sept 4)(Fridays)
Washington Park at 1230 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
R&B music concerts; 6pm–10pm
Our Lord Christ the King JuneFest(EAST)
May 29–31, 2026
927 Ellison Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45226
Food, rides, games
Picnic Performance (EAST)
May 29, 2026
Ault Park at 5090 Observatory Circle, Cincinnati, Ohio 45208
Cincinnati Symphony and Contemporary Jazz Orchestras perform; 6–8:3pm; food trucks
St. Jude Festival (WEST)
May 29–31, 2026
5924 Bridgetown Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45248
Music, rides, food, games
Summerfair 2026 (EAST)
May 29–31, 2026
Coney Island at 6247 Kellogg Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45230
300 fine artists display their talent
FacebookDowntown Montgomery Walking Tour (EAST)
May 30, 2026
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
Tyler Christopher: A Tribute to Elvis (NORTH)
May 30, 2026
Sorg Theatre at 63 South Main Street, Middletown, Ohio, 45044
Shake, rattle and roll!
Dayton Lane May Promenade (NORTH)
May 31, 2026
Dayton Lane Historic District at Dayton Street, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Breathtaking journey back in time to the early 1900s and relive the opulent lifestyle of Hamilton’s industrial barons at the Dayton Lane May Promenade
May Local Events in Northern Kentucky
Bellevue First Friday
May 1, 2026 (+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
Mainstrasse Village Food and Culture Tour
May 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2026 (weekly Saturdays throughout the year)
Cedar at 701 Main Street, Covington, Kentucky 41011
Savor local foods from 5 restaurants
Market on Main
May 2, 2026 (+Jun 6, Jul 4, Aug 1, Sep 5, Oct 3, Nov 7)
8321 E Main St., Alexandria, Kentucky 41011
Main Street businesses and local vendors; first Saturday March–November
Welcome to My Nightmare
May 2, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011|
Recreation of Alice Copper’s 1975 music stage production
Ludlow Flea and Craft Fair
May 3, 2026 (1st Sundays Feb–Dec)
Ludlow Theatre at 322 Elm St., Ludlow, Kentucky, 41016
Homemade goods, vintage items and more
Resonance Theory Presents: Boogie T
May 9, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Concert
Unprocessed
May 12, 2026
Madison Theater at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Kentucky 41011
Concert
Benton Farm Spring Fling Craft Show
May 16–17, 2026
11946 Old Lexington Pike, Walton, Kentucky 41094
110 vendors, food trucks, music, pony rides, petting zoo
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Burlington Antique Show
May 17, 2026 (+Jun 14, Jul 19, Aug 16, Sep 20 & Oct 18)
Boone County Fairgrounds at 5819 Idlewood Rd., Burlington, Kentucky 41005
Find a treasure!
May Local Events in Dayton and Springfield, Ohio
Jesus Christ Superstar
Through May 10, 2026
LaComedia Dinner Theatre at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio 45066
A timeless work told entirely through the music and lyrics of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice
At the Still Point
May 1–2, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Pianist Awadagin Pratt performs
Front Street Art Hop
May 1 and 2, 2026 (+Jun 5/6, Jul 3/4, Aug 7/8, Sep 4/5, Oct 2/3, Nov 6/7, Dec 4/5) (First Friday and Saturday)
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.
Collectibles Shopping Spree
May 2, 2026 (+Jun 13, Jul 25, Aug 1, and Sept 5)
Fairfield Commons Mall at 2727 Fairfield Commons, Beavercreek, Ohio 45431
Find your favorite collectible!
Hawthorn Hill Tours
May 2–30, 2026 (Wednesdays and Saturdays)
901 Harman Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45419
Learn about Orville Wright and the Wright family at their homestead
Songs of the Carpenters
May 2, 2026
Arbogast Performing Arts Center at 500 S. Dorset Rd., Troy, Ohio 45373
Internationally acclaimed vocalist, entertainer, and producer Helen Welch
Centerville Sunday Series Concerts
May 3, 2026
Sinclair Community College at 5800 Clyo Rd, Centerville, Ohio
Free concert
Paris Flea Market
May 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2026 (+Sundays through October)
Dixie Drive-In Theater at 6201 N. Dixie, Dayton, Ohio 45414
Buy, sell and trade!
Victorian Afternoon Teas at Patterson Homestead
May 3, 2026 (+Jun 7, Aug 16, Sept 27, Dec 5, 6, 12, 13)
1815 Brown St., Dayton, Ohio 45409
Three-course tea service by costumed interpreters and learn about the Patterson family
Mrs. Doubtfire
May 5–10, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Your favorite Scottish nanny performs!
Carillon Concerts
May 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2026 (+Dates through December 7)
Carillon Park at 1000 Carillon Blvd, Dayton, Ohio 45409
Various concert times
Hunger Days Food Truck Rallies
May 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2026 (+Thursdays through October)
Hobson Freedom Park at 2910 Trebein Rd., Fairborn, Ohio 45325
The Wedding Singer
May 14–June 21, 2026
LaComedia Dinner Theatre at 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, Ohio 45066
Celebrates all the fun, love and ridiculousness of the 80s
Brit Floyd: The Wall, The Moon, and Beyond
May 15, 2026
Rose Music Center at The Heights at 6800 Executive Blvd, Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
A premiere Pink Floyd experience
Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess in Concert
May 15–16, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Iconic songs from the Broadway show
Springfield Antique Show and Flea Market
May 15–17, 2026 (+ Jun 20–21, Aug 15–16, Sep 18–20, Oct 17–18, Nov 21–22)
Clark County Fairgrounds at 4401 S. Charleston Pike, Springfield, Ohio
Find a treasure
Carmen Reimagined
May 16, 2026
Clark State Performing Arts Center at 300 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield, Ohio 45506
Springfield Symphony Orchestra
Music of The Bee Gees
May 16, 2026
Arbogast Performing Arts Center at 500 S. Dorset Rd., Troy, Ohio 45373
All of the hits
Patterson Homestead Open House
May 16, 2026 (+Jun 14, Jul 19, Aug 8, Sep 12, Nov 14)
1815 Brown Street, Dayton, Ohio 45409
Learn about the Patterson family and their influence on Dayton
Geoff Tat’s Operation: Mindcrime the Final Chapter
May 16, 2026
Rose Music Center at 6800 Executive Blvd., Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
Concert
George Thorogood & The Destroyers
May 22, 2026
Rose Music Center at 6800 Executive Blvd., Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
Concert
Moana Jr.
May 22–23, 2026
John Legend Theater at 700 S. Limestone St., Springfield, Ohio 45505
Adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film
Star City Concert Series
May 22, 2026 (+June 5, 12 & 26; July 10 & 24; Aug 14 & 28)
Riverfront Park at 3 N. Miami Ave., Miamisburg, Ohio 45342
7pm–10pm
California Dreamin’: Jessica Vosk
May 23, 2026
The Schuster Center at 1 W. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Symphonic tribute to the legendary singer-songwriters of Laurel Canyon – Joni Mitchell, Linda Ronstadt, Neil Young, The Mamas & the Papas, and more
FromOhio Music Festival
May 29–30, 2026
102 W. Columbia St., Springfield, Ohio 45502
Festival showcasing local talent; craft brews
RiverScape MetroPark Summer Music Series
May 30, 2026 (+June 5, 12, 26, 2026; July 10, 17, & 31; August 7, 14, 21 & 28; Sept 4)
Riverscape MetroPark at 111 E. Monument Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45402
Free concerts
May Local Events in Southeastern Indiana
Ripley County Park Hop
Through May 2, 2026
Various 21 Ripley County Parks in Indiana
Enjoy walks and various activities
Art in Nature Art Show
May 2, 2026
Versailles State Park at 1387 US 50, Versailles, Indiana 47042
Art show and demonstrations; 11am–3pm
Tri-State Antique Market
May 3, 2026 (+Jun 7, Jul 5, Aug 2, Sept 6, Oct 4)
Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds at US 50, Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025
Discover an old gem
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Rumble on the River Car Show
May 23, 2026
Madison Riverfront, Madison, Indiana
Classic cars, bikes and trucks; food vendors; live music
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