Dayton Dozen :: 12 Family-Friendly Events in August

Since Summer is in full effect – head to one of these Dayton Moms Blog approved events!

1. Summer Movies Under the Stars: What better way to enjoy a Summer evening than to grab the family, a picnic blanket & head out to watch a family favorite under the stars.

*** DMB Tip – Pack an extra blanket for those chilly nights & toss some bug spray in your bag. ***

• 8/5 Kettering: Play2Day Movie Under the Stars at Delco Park – Jurassic World
• 8/9 Troy: Outdoor Movie Night at the Library – Zootopia
• 8/12 Beavercreek: Movie at Lofino Park– Minions Movie
• 8/20 Dayton: Donatos Family Movie Night in the Dayton Dragons Stadium – Minions Movie
• 8/20 Kettering: Family Movie Night at the Greene – The Blind Side
• 8/26 Centerville: Silver Screen Under the Stars at Yankee Park– Lilo & Stitch

2. Greene County Fair –  Xenia, OH

*** DMB Tip – If you haven’t had a deep fried oreo – indulge – it’s worth the calories ***

• 7/31- 8/6
• Demolition derbies, carnival rides and food only found at a fair – need I say more!

3. Lebanon Blues Festival in historic downtown Lebanon

*** DMB Tip – Find ‘Kids Row’ – It’s filled with kid friendly games, face-painting, clowns and crafts. ***

• 8/6
• 8-Blues Bands, BBQ and a classic car show

4.  Peach Daze – A Celebration of Peaches at Hidden Valley Fruit Farm – Lebanon, OH

*** DMB Tip – The Barnyard is a ton of fun with all kinds of farm animals to watch and pet. ***

• 8/6-8/7
• Think everything PEACH!  Pies, jams, jellys…sundaes.  The event also has a train ride & bounce house.

5.  Runway Fest & Fireworks at the Wright Brothers Airport: Miamisburg, OH

*** DMB Tip Bring a picnic blanket – my kids thought it was very cool to picnic on a runway beside planes. ***

• 8/12
• Literally on the runway – airplane displays, inflatables, food trucks, hot air balloon launch – fireworks at the end of the evening.

6. Germanfest Picnic at Carillon Park

*** DMB Tip – There is a polka mass on Sunday ***

• 8/12 – 8/14
• German food, live music Bavarian Fashion Show, Kids Zone…and more!

7. Super Saturday Family Days at the Dayton Art Institute

*** DMB Tip -Explore the whole Lange Family Experience Center for other hand-on art fun! ***

• 8/13 ‘Make a Splash’ – Create works of art using ice cubes and other forms of water
• 8/27 ‘Postcards from Paradise’ – Create beautiful postcards about your summer vacation

8. Hispanic Heritage Festival: Downtown near Fifth Third Field

*** DMB Tip Take a walk along Riverscape after your time at the festival. ***

• 8/20
• Enjoy foods from all areas of Latin America, a kids craft area with face painting and an appearance from the Dayton Dragons own Gem!

9. Furry Film Night at SICSA in Kettering

*** DMB Tip – Send the kids in their PJs with a blanket and pillow. ***

• 8/19
• Cuddle time with Kitten & puppies + pizza + a movie :: register now – only a few spot remain!

10. Fulton Farms Sweet Corn Festival – Troy, Ohio

*** DMB Tip – Make sure to visit the Idle Hour Ranch petting zoo that will be there – It never disappoints. ***

• 8/19-8/21
• Celebrate the best vegetable of the season – sweet Corn – right from the farm- roasted and ready to eat.

11. Clifton Gorge Music & Arts Festival in Clifton, OH – Right outside of Yellow Springs

*** DMB Tip – Make sure you stop at Clifton Gorge for a hike before you head home – the nature preserve is one of the best in the area! ***

• 8/26-8/27
• Fun family event with crafts, traditional music (bluegrass, drums…) and delicious food.

12. Lebanese Festival at St. Ignatius of Antioch in Miami Township

*** DMB Tip – Try the Lebanese pastries – YUMMY! ***

• 8/26-8/28
• Delicious Lebanese food & entertainment – including Middle Eastern dancing.

We know this is only a handful of the amazing events happening in and around Dayton, so feel free to post events YOU recommend in the comment section!