Lights in Flight Festival

 

 



Independents Day

 

July 3 - Lights in Flight Festival and Fireworks
City of Dayton; RiverScape MetroPark and surrounding areas,
111 E. Monument Ave.; 5-10:30 p.m
.

The annual City of Dayton Independence Day holiday fireworks display will send 'Lights in Flight' above downtown Dayton and the Great Miami River on Tuesday, July 3. The celebration will begin at 5 p.m. with a festival featuring music, food, and family fun at RiverScape MetroPark. Admission is free; the event is presented by Dayton's Department of Recreation and Youth Services. The festivities wrap up with the spectacular Lights in Flight fireworks, sponsored by Marion's Piazza, at 10:00 p.m. Hot 102.9 will broadcast a fireworks-synchronized music soundtrack. Call 333-8400 for more information. Parking available for $3 in the Main Street Garage at Main & Monument.

July 3 - Independents' Day Street Fair
The Oregon District; 1-8 p.m.
Join us for The Oregon District's First Annual Independents' Day Street Fair! Local, independent vendors from all over the Dayton area will be setting up the length of Fifth Street; our aim for this event is to celebrate and develop independent culture, commerce and creativity. When you shop small at independent, locally-owned businesses, 52% of what you spend stays right in here in our community, supporting local organizations and services. We think that's pretty amazing. Come down to The District Tuesday, July 3rd, and eat, drink, shop, and create locally with us! More info here.

   

The Square Is Where

July 2-6 -
The Square Is Where

Courthouse Square, Third & Main sts.; 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. weekdays.
Presented by the Downtown Dayton Partnership and Montgomery County, The Square Is Where features free live noontime entertainment in the heart of downtown on Courthouse Square. Enjoy food vendors, games, fun tournaments and themed days; and much more. Grab your friends and coworkers and take a lunchtime break! For details and updates, visit the program's webpage or "like" its Facebook page at facebook.com/TheSquareIsWhere. For more info, call 224-1518, ext. 227. Presented with support from the Ohio Arts Council. The Square Is Where you should be on your lunch break this summer! Free.

Coming Up:

Monday, July 2 - Music Mondays with Liftoff Entertainment
Tuesday, July 3 -Trivia Tuesdays
Wednesday, July 4 - (Holiday - no TSIW programming)
Thursday, July 5 - Music from Dan Rivers
Friday, July 6 - Friday's Rock!
featuring Sonic Mojo

 
           
 

Thru September 30 -
Music @ Lunch
RiverScape MetroPark,111 E. Monument Ave.; 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m
Take your break along the river! With acoustic music Monday-Friday through September, RiverScape MetroPark provides the perfect lunchtime destination. Whether it’s work meetings, free WiFi, or catching up with friends, you’ll enjoy the sights, sounds and fresh air of Dayton’s downtown MetroPark. Weather Dependent.

June 29 -
The RTA Experience

Courthouse Square, Third & Main sts.; 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Participants can learn about the following programs: RTA fixed-route service, RTA Connect On-Demand, RTA Senior EZ Ride, Connection to the MetroParks, and more.
The event on the Square will also give participants a chance to show the RTA where they want to see future transportation in the Dayton region with the RTA’s “What Drives You” campaign preview. On an interactive map of the area, people can map out where they live, where they work, and where they want to travel via RTA. Visit iriderta.org for more information.

June 29 - All-You-Can-Eat Crab Legs
Basil's, 312 N. Patterson Blvd.;
4-10 p.m
.

Back by popular demand, this special seafood lovers’ event features delicious all you can eat Snow Crab for just $35 per person. We will also be featuring our signature truffle fries. No reservation required. 818.4390.

June 29 - Summer Art Movie Series: Art21 With Speaker Laura Jones
The 48 High Street Gallery,
48 High St.; 8 p.m
.

Laura Jones will share her experience as production manager for four years on Art21, a PBS documentary series. Currently, Laura Jones is a writer and English professor residing in Springboro, Ohio. Art21 focuses on visual contemporary art and artists in the twenty-first century and has won the prestigious Peabody Award. It is a biennial series created by a non-profit organization based in New York City. 228-4532.

June 29-July 1 - Fireworks Comedy Competition
Wiley's Comedy Joint, 101 Pine St.;
Fri. & Sat. 7:15 & 9:30 p.m., Sun. 8 p.m.

This is the Thunderdome of comedy! Many will enter, only one will leave victorious! Each comedian will give their own five minutes of funny in front of a panel of judges and an equally judgemental audience for a chance to win $1,000! Come out to support your favorite comedian or just drop in to see the best of what the Dayton comedy scene has to offer! 223-5277.

June 29-July 1 - Music & More at The Trolley Stop
The Trolley Stop, 530 E. Fifth St.;
call for times
.

Friday, June 29, The Trolley Stop presents live music from Bashiri Asad. Saturday, June 30, it's 5 Band. On Sunday, July 1, come hear Marcella & Her Lovers, with special guest, Terrance Simien. Call for costs. 461-1101.

 

June 29-July 5 -
This Week at the DAI

Dayton Art Institute,
456 Belmonte Park North; call for times.

Don't miss the lastest exhibit, Yousuf Karsh: American Portraits. The DAI also is featuring a collection of student work at the 2018 Yeck College Artist Fellow Exhibition. Plus, c ome view The DAI's Story in the Expericenter. Saturday, June 30, hear a free, 20-minute gallery talk at Sound Bites: Short Talks about Art. Thursday, July 5, is the next Tiny Thursdays program for children and their parents or caregivers. Suggested admission to the museum is $8 for adults; $5 for seniors and groups; museum members, students (18+), and children/youth 17 and younger are free. Prices for special exhibitions and events vary. 223-5277.

June 29-July 5 - Music & More at Blind Bob's
Blind Bob's Tavern, 430 E. Fifth St.;
call for times

Friday, June 29, Blind Bob's presents live music from Maharaja, Black Antler, Body Harvest, and Funeral Moon. Saturday, June 30, come hear 500 Miles to Memphis and Viceroy Kings. Every Tuesday, join us for Best. Trivia. Ever, and every Wednesday it's your chance to take over the mic during Karaoke with Nancy. Thursday, July 5, it's Open Mic Night with Brandon. Call for costs. 938-6405.

June 29-July 5 - Music & More at The Dublin Pub
The Dublin Pub, 300 Wayne Ave.;
call for times
.
Friday, June 29, the pub welcomes Zak Shaffer. Saturday, June 30, it's Phonic Uproar. Monday, June 2, come for Trivia with a Twist. Thursday, July 5, the pub welcomes Nick Mitchell. Call for costs. 461-1101.

June 29-July 5 -
Music & More at the OE

Oregon Express, 336 E. Fifth St.;
call for times

Friday, June 29, the OE welcomes Ethan and Joey. Saturday, June 30, come see Acrylic Grooves. On Tuesday nights, give your brain a workout with Live Trivia. On Thursday, July 5, stop by for Theology on Tap. Call for costs. 223-9205.

June 30 - Yoga in the Park
RiverScape MetroPark,111 E. Monument Ave.; 10-11 a.m.
Come for a great workout with Tori Reynolds of Speakeasy Yoga. Wear comfortable clothes, bring your own water and mat. No registration required for these free, all-ages workouts. Weather Dependent.

June 30 - Families Belong Together Sister Rally
Courthouse Square, Third & Main sts.; 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
At the core of who we are as Americans is our love of country and family. From the border to our neighborhoods, we must not only ask "where are the children" but how we as nation stand up against a government forcibly breaking up families. Hosted by DIFA, OFA and Dayton Women's Rights Alliance, this rally is going to be a sister rally to a larger one in DC. The goal is to make it clear that family separation and “zero tolerance” policies are immoral, inhumane, and unpopular. Find more information here.

 

 

June 30 - Music in the
Beer Garden
The Dayton Beer Company,
41 Madison St.;
7-10 p.m.

On Saturday evenings through the summer, join us in our beautiful beer garden and cool down with refreshing brews and live tunes. Featuring music from The Pullouts. 228-2337.

July 1- Yoga and a Pint
Mudlick Tap House, 135 E. Second St.; 10-11 a.m.
Join Julie Patel for an hour of yoga and music at Mudlick on the 2nd floor! Bring your own mat. $15, cash/check only.

July 1 - Brunch! A Food Truck Rally
Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St.;
10 a.m.-2 p.m.

The trucks will be providing everything you love at brunch including biscuits and gravy, waffles, eggs many different ways, breakfast meats, lunch options and much more all done with their unique twist! The Yellow Cab will be offering the cornerstone of a any good brunch, Bloody Marys and Mimosa (and craft brews)! 424-3870.

July 3 - Independence Day Patio Party
Table 33, 130 W. Second St.;
11 a.m.-5
p.m.
A $5 cover at the door will get you our BBQ buffet, live music by BJSR, and patio games including Corn Hole, Kan Jam and more. Sponsored by Toxic Brew Co. and Middle West Spirits. Proceeds go to UpDayton and the Miami Valley Life Alliance. 999-3070.

July 3 - Dinner Before the Fireworks
Basil's, 312 N. Patterson; 4-10 p.m.
Join us for a special Independence Day meal to enjoy before the fireworks over the river! This dinner is reservation only and we will accept reservations from 4-7:30 p.m.
For only $75 a person you will get a four course meal and two drinks (choice of our house wine and beer). Payment is required at the time of reservation.

July 4 & 5 - Dayton Dragons vs. Lake County Captains
Dayton Dragons Professional Baseball; Fifth Third Field, 220 N. Patterson Blvd.; 7 p.m.
Catch one of the hottest tickets in sports - see the Dayton Dragons play baseball at Fifth Third Field! For tickets and more info, visit daytondragons.com or call 228-2287.

July 5 - Liquid Picnic Taproom Launch
Warped Wing Brewing Company,
26 Wyandot
St., 5-10 p.m.

Guess who’s back?! Liquid Picnic Farmhouse Pale Ale returns to the brewery, available on draught and 12oz 6pk cans to go! American hops, Belgian saison yeast and a finish so dry. $9.99 6pk cans. 222.7003.

July 5 - Big Band Nights: The Bob Gray Orchestra
RiverScape MetroPark,111 E. Monument Ave.; 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Bring a lawn chair and your dancing shoes for a great night of music! Be sure to come early for a free lesson offered by the Dayton Ballroom Dance Club at 7p.m. Free. All ages. Weather Dependent.

 
         


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