Dayton Friday Nights

Gather downtown for a free, family-friendly celebration Friday nights in the summer from June 26 to August 28, 2026 that includes live musical performances, activities for kids and a market in the park, and wine, dining & shopping at downtown businesses, and a Cruise In for unique and antique cars on Fourth Street (no registration required), and an end of summer Lantern Festival including a lantern parade around the park.