May Dayton Dozen: Guide to Family-Friendly Events

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Spring is FINALLY here and we’ve got some amazing local events for you this month.
So grab a pen and jot some of these gems down!


1. The Greatest Showman Sing-Along @ Plaza Theatre – Miamisburg

***DMB Tip*** Seating is limited so snag your tickets now!

  • Thursday, May 3rd, 2019
  • 7-9pm
  • Families – all ages
  • General Admission $5 

Gather up the family for one of the most popular musicals of 2018 and sing to your heart’s desire.

2. Derby Day Weiner Dog Race 2019 @ The Oregon District

***DMB Tip*** This is an outside event, so keep an eye on the weather!

  • Saturday, May 4th, 2019
  • 2pm-6pm
  • Free Event

Come out and enjoy all the Oregon District has to offer and cheer on the pups! The main event will be the race, but there is also a pup costume contest, parade, vendors, and so much more! 

3. Brunch! A Food Truck Rally – Yellow Cab Tavern

  • Sunday, May 5th, 2019
  • 10am – 2pm
  • Families – all ages
  • Free Entry

Come and enjoy all the best brunch offerings from some of Dayton’s most popular food trucks. 

4. Mother’s Day Cake Decorating @ Dorothy Lane Market

***DMB Tip*** Registration is not required, so just show up and join the fun!

Event will be held at Dorothy Lane Market: Oakwood, Springboro, and Washington Square locations

  • Saturday, May 11th
  • 10am-12pm at DLM Oakwood and Springboro
  • 1pm-3pm at DLM Washington Square
  • $7.50 per cake

Gather up the kids and bring them to Dorothy Lane Market where they can decorate a cake especially for mom! All supplies will be provided so the kids can get creative and make a memorable cake that mom is sure to love!

5. Healthy Kids Day @ YMCA of Greater Dayton

***DMB Tip*** This is a great way to let the entire family experience fun, new ways to be active!

Riverscape Metropark 237 E. Monument Ave. Dayton, OH 45402

  • Saturday, May 11th, 2019
  • 12pm – 4pm
  • Families – All Ages
  • Free Events

Join our partners from the YMCA of Greater Dayton to celebrate Healthy Kids Day at Riverscape as they promote the national initiative to improve kids’ health & well-being! This free event will include kids Zumba classes, sports skill clinics, ballet, line dancing, martial arts, arts & crafts, games from Camp Kern, & other enrichment activities as well as a family fun run! Prizes & giveaways will be given to all participants.

6. Big Rig Gig @ Centerville-Washington Park District

***DMB Tip*** This is bound to be a popular event, to plan to get there early!

  • Saturday, May 11th, 2019
  • 10am – 12pm
  • Families – All Ages
  • Free Admission

Get up close and personal with some amazing vehicles. (Fire Trucks, Tractors, Police Cruisers, etc.) They will also be taking packages of new socks as donations for Shoes 4 the Shoeless.

7. May 2019 ReStash @ Samozrejme – Troy, OH

***DMB Tip*** Get there early to snag all the best pre-loved goodies!

  • Saturday, May 11th, 2019
  • 10am – 4pm
  • Free Event

Interested in cloth diapering, or adding to your existing stash? Head to Samozrejme for the areas best selection of pre-loved cloth diapers, carriers, maternity wear and more!

8. A World A’fair @ Dayton Convention Center

***DMB Tip*** Snag your tickets early for a discount!

  • May 17th – 19th, 2019
  • Fri: 5pm-11pm, Sat: 11am-11pm, Sun: 11am-6pm
  • Families – all ages
  • Advance Tickets: Adults $5, Youth (6-18) $3, Children 5 and under Free
  • Door Sales: Adults $8, Youth (6-18) $4, Children 5 and under Free

Explore all the world has to offer at A World A’fair. Enjoy food, drinks, and activities from all around the world at this immersive festival.

9. Springfield Antique Show Extravaganza @ Springfield, OH

***DMB Tip*** Bring cash for admission and shopping

  • May 17th – 19th, 2019
  • Fri: 7am-6pm, Sat: 8am-5pm, Sun: 9am-4pm
  • Families – all ages
  • Ticket Prices: Please check the event page on Facebook

Load up the family and head to Springfield for a fun antiquing adventure. There is bound to be a treasure or two found at this massive event. 

10. Farm Babies Fest @ Aullwood Farm

***DMB Tip*** You’ll be spending the day outdoors so be sure to wear proper foot gear and dress for the weather.

  • May 18th & 19th, 2019
  • 10am – 5pm both days
  • Families
  • Admission: $10 a carload

Enjoy a weekend full of baby animals, farm life, food, and fun.

11. Superhero Donut Run @ Centerville Highschool

  • Saturday, May 25th, 2019
  • 9am – 12pm
  • Family Friendly Event
  • Registration Open Now!

Come out and support an amazing cause and have some fun dressed as your favorite superhero. Event and race details can be found on their Facebook Page.

12. Taste of Cincinnati @ 5th street Downtown Cincinnati

***DMB Tip*** There will be lots of walking at this event friends, so make sure to bring strollers or wagons for the little ones and go early to avoid the largest crowds.

  • May 25th – 27th, 2019
  • Sat: 11am-11pm, Sun: 11am-11pm, Mon: 11am-9pm
  • Family Friendly Event
  • Free Admission

Load up the family and head down to Cincinnati for all the delicious eats the city has to offer!


What local events are on your list to attend in May? Let us know in the comments!

 

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Samara M
Hey there, I'm Samara. I'm a wife and proud #girlmom to Charlotte (8) and Freya (1). We live in Englewood, just northwest of Dayton and love the small town feel while still be close to downtown. When I'm not busy with all things #momlife I enjoy reading, writing, crafting and much more. We love being out and about in the Dayton area, so if you ever see me out say "hi!" and strike up a converstation.