💎 Autumn's Arrival (Issue #55)
Your Local Weekend Planner
Max Carone
September 19, 2024
Good Morning,
And welcome to another issue of Miami Valley Memo. Every week, we share events and shows curated for the Miami Valley.
While it certainly doesn’t feel like it with this continued heat, this Sunday marks the official start of fall with the Fall Equinox. Let’s hope that means real fall weather isn’t too far behind, though it looks like we’ll be getting some much needed rain next week.
Big thanks everyone who took last week’s poll to pick which day we should start sending our new “Weekday Planner” edition. Out of 89 votes, Sunday won out with 44% of the vote.
We’re still planning which Sunday we’ll send the first issue, so stay tuned for more updates and expect a little redesign coming soon as well 👀.
It’s a jam-packed weekend of events, so let’s get to it!
— Max
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⚡ WEEKEND WEATHER
Friday
91° 🌡️ 64° | 🌤️ | ☔ 10% | 💨 5 mph
Saturday
91° 🌡️ 63° | 🌤️ | ☔ 20% | 💨 8 mph
Sunday
88° 🌡️ 64° | 🌤️ | ☔ 20% | 💨 8 mph
📅 EVENTS
🐖 Preble County Pork Fest
📅 Sat, Sep 21: 8 am - 7 pm
📅 Sun, Sep 22: 8 am - 5 pm
📍 Preble County Fairgrounds , Eaton
💰 Free
See the Preble County Fairgrounds transformed into a pork paradise. Indulge in every cut of pork cooked every which way.
Saturday will feature a country concert starting at 7pm, headlined by Easton Corbin joined by Alexis Gomez and Jason Michael Carroll. While festival admission is free, these concert tickets start at $25 which you can purchase here.
The weekend promises delicious food, great entertainment, and family fun, making it the perfect way to enjoy the best of Preble County. Learn more here.
🍂 Autumn Fest
📅 Sat, Sep 21: 10 am - 4 pm
📍 Learning Tree Farm, Dayton
💰 $10
💰 2 & Under: Free
Bring the family to a fun-filled day on the farm! Enjoy pony rides, hayrides, games, crafts, live music, and educational activities. Live animal demos will keep the kids entertained, and local food trucks will be on hand with tasty treats.
Learning Tree Farm educates and connects local students to farming. Serving over 130 area schools, with more than 10,500 students visiting on field trips every year. Stop by, enjoy some nature, and support their great work. Learn more here.
🏹 Archery Day
📅 Sat, Sep 21: 11 am - 2 pm
📍 Oak Grove Park, Washington Twp.
💰 Free
Kettering and Washington Township's parks and rec offices have teamed up to host this afternoon all about archery. Attendees can play inflatable archery, and even sign up for basic classes on the range to learn the real thing.
Food trucks will be there to keep you fueled and hitting bullseyes. A fun event to introduce kids and adults alike to a great outdoor activity with real utility. Learn more here.
💃 Hispanic Heritage Festival
📅 Sat, Sep 21: 11 am - 11 pm
📍 RiverScape MetroPark, Dayton
💰 Free
Celebrate Hispanic/Latino culture with a vibrant parade, live music, dancing, and authentic Latin cuisine. This festival is the largest fundraiser for the Puerto Rican, American, and Caribbean Organization (PACO).
PACO is a non-profit championing the success of the Hispanic/Latino community in the Miami Valley. Support funds local scholarships, community events, and other charitable endeavors. Learn more here.
🎺 BrassFest
📅 Sat, Sep 21: 1 - 9 pm
📍 Mills Park Hotel, Yellow Springs
💰 Free
Enjoy a family-friendly brass concert out on Mills Park Hotel's front porch. Performances by The Cincy Brass, RELOAD, and Ohio Brass & Electric will keep you entertained all day.
Grab fall flavored draft pours at the Tiki Bar, open from 12 - 9. A perfect way to enjoy live music and great vibes! Learn more here.
☀️ Dayton SummerFest
📅 Sat, Sep 21: 3 - 8 pm
📍 Levitt Pavilion, Dayton
💰 Free
Celebrate the end of summer in downtown with live soul, funk, and blues at this family-friendly festival. Enjoy performances from Heather Redman & The Reputation, Noah Wotherspoon Band, and the Dayton Funk All-Stars.
Refuel with local food trucks offering everything from burgers to Caribbean dishes. An evening of music, food, and community fun put on by the Dayton Rotary Club. Learn more here.
🌮 Dayton Birria Fest
📅 Sat, Sep 21: 5 - 9 pm
📍 Yellow Cab Tavern, Dayton
💰 Free
Celebrate the final food truck rally of the season at The Yellow Cab Tavern, featuring all things birria. Savor a variety of birria tacos and creative dishes from top-notch food trucks.
This family-friendly event is perfect for foodies eager to explore delicious creations. Treat your taste buds and see who’s participating here.
🚗 Downtown Fairborn Car Show
📅 Sun, Sep 22: 8 am
📍 Downtown Fairborn
💰 Free
Rev up for Fairborn's Car Show, showcasing cars, trucks, and motorcycles on Main St. Enjoy live music by DJ Bob Pitsch and check out all the vehicles on display.
With awards for standout entries and a goody bag that includes an event T-shirt, it's the perfect event for car enthusiasts and families alike. Want to show off your ride? Registration is $20. Learn more here.
🍴 Taste of Dayton
📅 Sun, Sep 22: 2 - 8 pm
📍 Kettering Field, Dayton
💰 Free
Discover Dayton’s food scene at this culinary celebration. Savor gourmet eats from local restaurants, food trucks, and vendors, offering everything from BBQ to international cuisine.
Enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, and a day filled with flavor and fun. Perfect for food lovers and families looking to support local businesses. Learn more here.
🍻 Oktoberfest Preview Party
📅 Fri, Sep 27: 7 - 11 pm
📍 Dayton Art Institute, Dayton
💰 Presale: $55 Member | $75 Non-member
💰 Day-of: $95
Whether you want to avoid the crowds or are just eager to start Oktoberfest early, this preview party has you covered.
Dive into classic German delicacies and drinks in a more relaxing setting. Every ticket includes complimentary beverages. Get tickets here.
🇩🇪 Oktoberfest
📅 Sat, Sep 28: 12 - 11 pm
📅 Sun, Sep 29: 12 - 7 pm
📍 Dayton Art Institute, Dayton
💰 Weekend Pass: $10+
Break out your lederhosen and head downtown for our area's longest-running Oktoberfest — now celebrating 53 years!
Treat your taste buds with classic German and festival food, wine, and 50+ craft and international beers. Get down to live music ranging from traditional German tunes to local bands. Engage with arts and crafts, and shop from awesome artisans.
With free shuttles running from UD's River Park Drive parking lot to the Dayton Art Institute all weekend long, you don’t have to worry about finding parking. Get your weekend passes here.
🥨 Germantown Pretzel Festival
📅 Sat, Sep 28: 9 am - 9 pm
📅 Sun, Sep 29: 12 - 6 pm
📍 Veterans Memorial Park, Germantown
💰 Free
Dive into Germantown's iconic Pretzel Festival, a tradition since 1980. Experience delicious food, unique crafts, rides, and non-stop entertainment across two stages.
From hard to soft, sweet to savory, pretzels and bites will satisfy every craving. Don’t miss out — embrace the fun and celebrate Germantown's rich (and salty) heritage! Learn more here.
🍁 Centerville Fall Fest
📅 Sat, Oct 5: 12 - 9 pm
📍 St. Leonard’s Lawn, Centerville
💰 Free
Come out for Centerville's biggest fall event, which attracted over 22,000 attendees last year! Wander through the bustling Vendor Village showcasing 100+ local artisans while sipping fall-flavored craft beers from Centerville's breweries.
From 12 - 5, your little pumpkins can play in the Kids Zone. Enjoying activities like face painting, bouncy inflatables, a petting zoo, and more!
Get there early to pick up a free pumpkin (while supplies last). And know it'll be kept safe until you're ready to leave by the volunteer pumpkin patch police. Learn more here.
🎶LIVE MUSIC
Friday, Sep 20th
Jim McCutcheon | Uptown Centerville (Main & Franklin) | 6:30pm | Free
Chris Katros | Bock Family Brewing | 7pm | Free
Joe Waters | Jayne's On Main | 7:30pm | Free
TEAM VOID And The Haunted Taxi Cab | Yellow Cab Tavern | 8pm | $10
BuckShot Ridge Band | Good Time Charlie's | 8:30pm | Free
Carmen Clouse | Courtyard Lounge | 9pm | Free
Ithika | The Barrel | 9pm | Free
Two For The Road | The Brick Tap & Tavern | 9pm | Free
Saturday, Sep 21st
Matt Jenkins | Bock Family Brewing | 7pm | Free
Kierstead | Jayne's On Main | 7:30pm | Free
Lucid Wasteland & More | Hidden Gem Music Club | 8pm | $10
Southern Savior Band | Good Time Charlie's | 8:30pm | Free
Triple Edge Band | The Brick Tap & Tavern | 8:30pm | Free
Joyride | Courtyard Lounge | 9pm | $5
Terrapin Moon | Yellow Cab Tavern | 9pm | $10
🎭️LIVE THEATRE
Shows Running Now
The Bridges Of Madison County | Dayton Playhouse | Sep 13th - Sep 29th | $18+
South Pacific | Schuster Center | Sep 20th - Sep 21st | $12+
Saturday Night Fever | La Comedia Theatre | Sep 19th - Oct 27th | $70+
Butterflies Are Free | Actor's Theatre Fairborn | Sep 20th - Sep 29th | $17.50
Annie Jr. | Town Hall Theatre | Sep 20th - Oct 26th | $14+
Upcoming Shows
Hamilton | Schuster Center | Oct 1st - Oct 11th | $50+
Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B | The Loft Theatre | Oct 9th - Oct 20th | $23+
Campaigns, Inc. | Dayton Theatre Guild | Oct 10th - Oct 20th | $10
😂LIVE COMEDY
This Weekend
Trae Crowder | Dayton Funny Bone | Sep 19th | $32
The Great Hidden Gem Heist Comedy Jam | Hidden Gem Music Club | Sep 20th | $5
Damon Darling | Dayton Funny Bone | Sep 20th | $27
Jordan Jensen | Dayton Funny Bone | Sep 21st | $30
Upcoming Shows
Alex Velluto | Dayton Funny Bone | Sep 26th | $25
Matt Braunger | Dayton Funny Bone | Sep 27th - Sep 28th | $22
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