Discover Dayton’s Vibrant Summer Events from Pride to Celtic Fest

As the semester marches forward and temperatures rise, Dayton comes to life with a vast number of festivals, family-friendly activities and outdoor events. Fans of the arts and fans of good food can rejoice, because now is the perfect time to look into some of the events happening in the city this summer.

Passport to MetroParks (May 30)

*A logo of the passport to MetroParks and pictures from previous events, Five Rivers MetroParks*

Want to know about more summer events that weren’t even covered in this article? Passport to MetroParks offers a sneak peek at upcoming festivals and events as well as a chance to meet members of the MetroPark team, like rangers and live animal ambassadors. The event also offers live music, food trucks and family-friendly activities. Each activity that participants complete earns them a stamp in their event passport. Earning one stamp in each of five categories will enter participants into a raffle to win prizes. This is a great opportunity to learn more about Dayton’s upcoming events.

Dayton Pride (June 6-8)

*A picture of the crowd from last year’s Pride event, Local Dayton*

Kicking off on the first weekend of June, join the city in a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. Live entertainment, food trucks, and a parade can be found Downtown over the course of this event. Those who want to follow the event to its completion can attend PFLAG’s “Running With Pride” event at Eastwood Park. Organized by the Greater Dayton LGBT Center, Dayton Pride 2025 is looking to be a celebration of diversity, inclusion and community spirit.

Wine Fest (June 14)

*Glasses with wine in them and red grapes, Pexels*

For those in the mood to engage their taste buds, Wine Fest will be held at The Greene in Beavercreek, Ohio, this year. While tickets must be purchased to test the wine, general admission is free. Those who are not interested in wine tasting will have access to a Bud Light Beer Garden instead. It’s a great chance (for those 21 and up) to try out various wines and have a good time with friends and family.

“MJ: The Musical” (June 24-29)

*A picture of dancers as they pose on the stage, Dayton Live*

Coming to the Schuster Center as part of Dayton Live’s 2024-2025 Broadway season, “MJ: The Musical” offers a creative look into the making of Michael Jackson’s 1992 “Dangerous World Tour.” Since its release, the show has ranked amongst the top five highest-grossing annual Broadway shows. Take this opportunity to see one of Broadway’s greatest shows from the comfort of your city.

Dayton Celtic Festival (July 25-27)

*A picture of the Gaelic Storm band with the audience at a concert held by the Dayton Celtic Festival*

A Dayton tradition since 2002 and brought about by the United Irish of Dayton, the Dayton Celtic Festival gives people a chance to both celebrate and learn Irish culture together. Festivalgoers can learn about the creation and history of Irish bagpipes in their Irish Piping Workshop, attend the Celtic Marketplace with over 40 vendors, watch the Parade of Kilts, or even join in if they own one, and plenty more. The United Irish of Dayton welcomes all, regardless of heritage. With an average of over 90,000 attendees every year, the Dayton Celtic Festival is a fun time for all ages.

Locals and visitors alike, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this summer. With sunscreen in hand and surrounded by friends and family, it is the perfect time to make the most of what Dayton has to offer this season!

Dion Johnson, Multimedia Specialist

Discover Dayton’s Vibrant Summer Events from Pride to Celtic Fest

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