Upcoming · Sep 7, 2026 · Dayton, OH

Get ready to discover unique finds and luxe vibes at the September edition of Gem City Luxe Market! ✨ Introducing Gem City Luxe Market ✨ More than just a market, Gem City Luxe Market is a celebration of creativity, connection, and community. Each event is designed to spotlight the passion behind independent brands while creating an elevated, welcoming atmosphere where shoppers can discover one-of-a-kind finds, support local entrepreneurs, and experience the vibrant culture of Dayton through curated shopping, inspiring spaces, and meaningful interactions. We’re currently accepting vendor applications for upcoming markets and looking for thoughtfully curated brands that align with the Gem City Luxe Market aesthetic. 🖤 Makers 🖤 Artists 🖤 Vintage Curators 🖤 Boutique Brands 🖤 Artisan Goods

Yellow Springs–based artist Migiwa Orimo will lead an activation of her ongoing People’s Banner Workshop, which provides free visual aids including banners, signs, and props, for direct action, protest rallies, picket lines, and other street actions supporting social justice. The workshop will be inspired by the bold visual language and powerful narratives of Dr. Mazloomi’s quilts.

Free and Open to All

For over three decades, Katherine Ramsland has studied and communicated directly with serial killers. She has heard them recount their methods and motives, reveal their disturbing fantasies, and explain how they evade detection. In this gripping live experience, Dr. Ramsland takes audiences deep inside the minds of some of the most notorious killers, drawing on her extensive work with the “BTK” killer, Dennis Rader, and Elmer Wayne Henley Jr., accomplice to the “Candy Man.” This limited engagement offers a unique perspective; your ticket becomes a gateway into the minds of dangerous predators. The live show features compelling visuals, chilling insights, and an interactive audience Q&A.

Ella Kraimer: Appearances is an upcoming arts & culture listing at Contemporary Dayton in Dayton. The listed price is Free and Open to All. Use the official event link for current details before you go.

Free and Open to All

Stacy Kranitz: Ain’t No Grave Gonna Hold My Body Down is an upcoming arts & culture listing at Contemporary Dayton in Dayton. The listed price is Free and Open to All. Use the official event link for current details before you go.

Free and Open to All

Join Rosewood Gallery and Dayton Metro Libraries in a lively discussion about a current book featuring art and/or artists as central elements. Enjoy light refreshments and the company of fellow art and book lovers at our quarterly events. This quarter, we’re reading V.E. Schwab’s “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue,” a story of art, immortality and a changing world. Books are made available for checkout at the Dayton Metro Library’s Kettering Wilmington-Stroop branch. Gallery Book Club is free and open to the public, ages 16+.

Join the ultimate celebration of heroism as MY HERO ACADEMIA IN CONCERT brings a decade of unforgettable moments to life! From Deku’s first steps to the thrilling battles, this live concert experience immerses fans in the anime’s full eight season journey like never before. Set on stage with a powerful 15-piece live band performing Yuki Hayashi’s iconic score, every note captures the triumph, heartbreak, and heroism of the series. The concert seamlessly blends dynamic music with striking visuals of the anime’s most memorable scenes, creating a fully immersive journey that puts fans in the heart of the action. Celebrate 10 years of MY HERO ACADEMIA IN CONCERT as the stage comes alive with epic hero moments, inspiring characters, and “Plus Ultra” energy that resonates with fans of all ages. This is not just a concert, it’s a heroic adventure, a musical tribute, and an emotional journey rolled into one unforgettable musical experience. Whether you’ve been following Deku and Class 1-A since the beginning or are discovering the series for the first time, MY HERO ACADEMIA IN CONCERT promises an unforgettable evening that honors the legacy of the world’s favorite heroes. Don’t miss your chance to experience this decade-long journey of courage, friendship, and music live on stage.

Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film, THE NOTEBOOK tells the story of Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. “Full of butterfly-inducing highs and beautiful songs” (Entertainment Weekly), THE NOTEBOOK is a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love. Chris Jones of The Chicago Tribune says THE NOTEBOOK is “absolutely gorgeous, not to be missed,” and The New York Daily News calls it “a love story for the ages.” THE NOTEBOOK is directed by Michael Greif (Dear Evan Hansen, Next to Normal, RENT) and Schele Williams (The Wiz, Aida), and features music and lyrics by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson, book by Bekah Brunstetter (NBC’s “This Is Us”), and choreography by Katie Spelman. SERIES: 2026-2027 Dayton Live Broadway Series SHOWTIMES: Tuesday, October 6 at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 7 at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 8 at 7:30 p.m. Friday, October 9 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, October 10 at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 10 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, October 11 at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, October 11 at 6:30 p.m.

Do you ever feel as if everything is pointing you towards something… space, time, history? For longtime “Outlander” fans, these words feel like home. As the global phenomenon reaches its conclusion in 2026, its heart continues to beat on stage with OUTLANDER IN CONCERT. The officially licensed live concert experience was created in collaboration with its showrunner Matthew B. Roberts and original Emmy Award-winning composer Bear McCreary. Like the stones of Craigh na Dun that carried Claire through time to Jamie, this symphonic experience guides audiences through love and loss, past and future, Scotland and beyond. The iconic score by Bear McCreary takes centerstage, performed live by an orchestra, while the series’ most stirring moments unfold on a cinema‑sized screen. OUTLANDER IN CONCERT celebrates the show’s rich heritage, its timeless characters, and the sweeping landscapes that made us fall in love. Premiering in Scotland, the heart and home of “Outlander,” Echoes of The Highlands will fill the air, reminding us that this is not the end… but just the beginning. Officially licensed by Sony Pictures Television and in collaboration with official broadcaster Starz, this concert is a love letter to the story that captured millions of hearts across the world. Through time. Through love. Through music.

Join the original Columbia – NELL CAMPBELL – for a screening of the movie in a new 4k restoration with a live shadow cast and audience participation! This show will feature a performance by the shadowcast Dead Man’s Rocky. VIP Tickets are available.

Zombie Fest featuring Night of the Living Dead Wednesday, October 28 | Doors 5:45 PM | 6:00–9:00 PM The Brightside Music & Event Venue | $37 General Admission They're coming to get you, Barbara, and we're feeding them first. Dayton Dinner Theater takes over The Brightside for a full-blown zombie party built around George A. Romero's 1968 landmark Night of the Living Dead. One ticket gets you dinner, live music, the movie on the big screen, and a round of undead trivia - everything short of a pulse. On the menu: Coffin lasagna, meatballs, salad, mini hot dogs, candy, and Rice Krispie treats. Themed cocktails to be announced. Full bar and merch available for purchase. Costumes strongly encouraged. Zombie, Halloween, horror — whatever gets you closest to shambling. Dress accordingly. Seating: Open seating throughout. Parties of 6 or more can reserve a table in advance — email daytondinnertheater@gmail.com. $37 admission includes food, music, movie, and trivia. Drinks and merchandise sold separately. Location: The Brightside Music & Event Venue · 905 E. 3rd Street, Dayton, OH 45402 TIMELINE: Doors open at 5:45. Grab a drink and settle in for food and live music from 6 to 7, when the lights go down and the dead start walking. At intermission we break for dessert and a Halloween-and-horror edition of Name That Tune, then it's back to the farmhouse for the final act. Expect to be out by 9:15.

$37.00

MYSTIC PIZZA: A NEW MUSICAL delivers the beloved story from the iconic film with a score packed with unforgettable hits from the ’80s and ’90s. Follow Kat, Daisy, and Jojo as they navigate friendship, romance, and taking chances – all while slinging slices at a small-town pizza joint. Bursting with laugh-out-loud moments, high-energy choreography, and chart-topping favorites like “Girls Just Want To Have Fun,” “True Colors,” and “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now,” MYSTIC PIZZA: A NEW MUSCIAL is a joyful celebration of chasing dreams, lifelong bonds, and finding your place in the world. Critics are hungry for more: Stage Scene LA calls MYSTIC PIZZA: A NEW MUSICAL a “surefire hit,” featuring “one show-stopping dance sequence after another,” while NJ Stage praises the show as “funny, heartwarming, and nostalgic.”

The Air Force Museum Foundation’s popular adults-only After Dark: Bombers & Brews will take place on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Local breweries will be tapping kegs to share their brew with you! Get up close and personal with open aircraft, including the Boeing B-52D Stratofortress, the Boeing B-1B Lancer, the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter, and look down the intake of the North American XB-70 Valkyrie to see the engine! Plus, enjoy dancing to live music, rare artifacts from the Wright State University archives and the Museum’s collection normally not on display, two rounds of trivia with prizes, a caricature artist, heavy hors d’oeuvres, cash bars, and much more! After Dark events are for adults only (ages 21+). Tickets for Bombers & Brews are $45. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., and the event will run from 6-10 p.m. Experience the Museum in a whole new light!

$45 per person

For hundreds of years, the Bible has been the most-printed and best-selling book in the world. At the same time, it has served as a continual inspiration for visual art, from stories of creation and the ancient history of Israel to the life of Jesus and his teachings. The function of biblical art can vary, from being meant for public display to support communal worship to serving as illustration for the written text; other times, artists may create independent artworks, using the stories to express their own personal devotion or broader concerns. Drawing on artworks from across cultures and in a range of mediums—including paintings, drawings, prints, photographs and sculptures—this exhibition considers how images drawn from the Bible invite us to see “the old, old story” anew.

Free for members; included with admission for non-members

Join us for a closer look at the exhibition, with fresh insights into the artist and her work. Free and open to all. October 8, 6:30p November 14, 2p December 10, 6:30p January 9, 2p

Free and Open to All

Nurse Blake is back with his hilarious new comedy tour with all-new content, diving into the wildest things patients and their families say and do. From self-diagnosing Stage 8 Cancer with WebMD to hitting the call light like they are on a game show, nothing is off-limits! Expect a night of nonstop laughter packed with healthcare workers who desperately need a break. Bring your friends, coworkers, and even that one patient who swore they were allergic to water – this is going to be a night to remember! Q&A Package A limited number of Q&A packages are available! In addition to premium seating, the Q&A package includes access to an intimate preshow Q&A, preshow soundcheck with Nurse Blake, exclusive preshow selfie with Nurse Blake, translucent Nurse Blake fanny pack, 8×10 Nurse Blake photo, commemorative show ticket, plus a commemorative laminate and lanyard. Selfie Package A limited number of Selfie packages are available! In addition to premium seating, the Q&A package includes access to an exclusive post-show selfie with Nurse Blake, 8×10 Nurse Blake photo, commemorative show ticket, plus a commemorative laminate and lanyard. Age Recommendation Recommended for ages 18 and up. Dayton Live encourages you to research titles and decide what is appropriate for you and your party before tickets are purchased. All audience members must have a ticket, regardless of age. For the consideration of all patrons, children on laps and/or babes in arms are not permitted at most presentations.

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A mansion. A murder. A mystery. Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, CLUE is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist. ©2026 Hasbro. All rights reserved. SERIES: 2026-2027 Dayton Live Broadway Series SHOWTIMES: Tuesday, November 24 at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 25 at 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 27 at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 27 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 28 at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 28 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, November 29 at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, November 29 at 6:30 p.m.