💎 Stars, Cars, and... Hot Dogs? (Issue #54)

Good Morning,

Welcome to another issue of Miami Valley Memo. Every week, we share events and shows curated for the Miami Valley. And we’re about to start sharing even more, but more on that below…

Let’s get to it!

— Max

⚡ WEEKEND WEATHER

Friday

85° 🌡️ 63° | ⛅️ | ☔ 20% | 💨 12 mph

Saturday

87° 🌡️ 63° | ⛅️ | ☔ 20% | 💨 12 mph

Sunday

86° 🌡️ 61° | ⛅️ | ☔ 20% | 💨 11 mph

⭐️FEATURED EVENTS ⭐️

🍻 Beer Fest + Hot Diggigy Dog Fest

📅 Sat, Sep 14: 5 - 9 pm
📍 The Greene, Beavercreek
💰 Free Entry
💰 Tasting Tickets: $25 online, $30 gates

Join the Miami Valley Restaurant Association this Saturday night for an evening of beers, bites, and heading-bopping music from Liars for Hire.

Grab a ticket to try craft beers on tap from national breweries and five locals, including Bock Family Brewing and Loose Ends. Looking for a bite with those sips? Get you some darn good gourmet hot dogs from Dawghouse, Lilia's Outside Cafe, and 1776 Grill.

Is there a better way to wave goodbye to summer and kick off fall than with ice-cold brews plus hot dogs? Tasting tickets include 10 beer samples and a 5 oz souvenir mug. Get yours here.*

🏴‍☠️ Talk (and dress) Like A Pirate at iCode

📅 Thu, Sep 19: 2 - 7 pm
📍 iCode Centerville
💰 Free

Ahoy, matey! Did ye know next Thursday is International Talk Like A Pirate Day? To celebrate, iCode and their fellow Cross Pointe merchants invite you to step aboard their stores for pirate-themed activities! 

What treasures will ye find at iCode? Wear your best pirate duds and you can turn a moment into a memory and make a free video of your family having fun in front of a piratey background using their green screen. Plus, they’ll have 3D-printed pirate treasures up for grabs (while supplies last). 

Swing by after school for a fun-filled afternoon your lads and lassies will love. Learn more here.*

🎪 Waynesville Street Faire

📅 Sat, Sep 14: 10 am - 4 pm
📍 Downtown Waynesville
💰 Free

Explore the charm of historic Waynesville this weekend at their annual fall fair! Browse vintage clothing, unique antiques, and handmade treasures. Pick up some new plants and savor delicious bites from local food trucks.

Kids will love the activities organized by the local arts council. A perfect day of nostalgia and creativity for the whole family. Learn more here.

🍃 EcoFEST

📅 Sat, Sep 14: 11 am - 3 pm
📍 Lincoln Park, Kettering
💰 Free

Whether you're passionate about beekeeping, cycling, renewable energy, or gardening, there's something for everyone at this family-friendly event dedicated to sustainability.

Stop by the "Be Green for Halloween" tent to exchange or pick up gently used Halloween costumes. And take a spin in one of Drive Electric's EVs. Contribute to this waste-free event by bringing a water bottle (water coolers will be on site for refills). Learn more here.

🍺 Eudorafest

📅 Sat, Sep 14: 12 - 9 pm
📍 Eudora, Kettering
💰 Free

Celebrate with German-style beer, food, and fun at Eudora's annual fest for the third year in a row! Enjoy family-friendly activities, from kids’ crafts to HammerStump and Stein Hoist competitions with prizes.

Grab a collectible stein, and savor a day filled with lively competitions and traditional fare. Learn more here.

🔥 Smoke, Sizzle & Sounds

📅 Sat, Sep 14: 12 - 7 pm
📍 Madison Park, Trotwood
💰 Free

Love you some barbeque bites? Head to Trotwood for a day full of smokey delights! See local amateurs compete for who has the best ribs and chicken and sample their creations.

Listen to live music, browse the vendors, and grab a wide array of grub from local food trucks. With bounce houses and more activities, there's something to keep the whole family busy. Learn more here.

🔭 John Bryan Stargaze

📅 Sat, Sep 14: 8 - 10 pm
📍 John Bryan State Park, Yellow Springs
💰 Free

Explore the cosmos with the Miami Valley Astronomical Society! They'll have telescopes and binoculars available for public use — so all you need to bring is your curiosity.

Held near the Day Lodge in the park, this event will be weather-dependent (need clear skies to see the stars). And to keep it easy for everyone, pets are not allowed in the viewing area. Learn more here.

🚗 Concours d’Elegance

📅 Sun, Sep 15: 10:30 am - 4 pm
📍 Carillon Park, Dayton
💰 Advance: $20 | Day Of: $25 | Member: Free

View 200 of our country's finest classic and antique automobiles and motorcycles at Dayton’s premier car show. Vehicles compete for 30 awards in this showcase of “art on wheels,” with special automotive exhibits and nationally-recognized artists.

Enjoy live music, food, and historical demonstrations throughout the park grounds. This event draws guests from all over as it's a must-see for car enthusiasts and history lovers alike. Get your tickets here.

🔪 Diced In Dayton

📅 Tue, Sep 17: 6 pm
📍 Top of the Market, Dayton
💰 General: $75 | VIP: $150

Watch as 12 local chefs compete to craft unique dishes from mystery ingredients, which you’ll then get to sample and vote for your favorite! By night's end, one chef will claim the champion title.

General tickets get you entry and 8 tastings. VIP tickets give you early entry, all 12 tastings plus 2 drinks. Proceeds go towards Miami Valley Meals' mission to feed the hungry. Just last year this event raised $31k! Get your tickets 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.

🍴 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

📅 Sat, 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.

🍁 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 13th

The Rong Brothers & More | Yellow Cab Tavern | 7pm | $10

Michael Comstock | Bock Family Brewing | 7pm | Free

The Iguanas | Levitt Pavilion | 7pm | Free

Nothing But Treble | Jayne's On Main | 7:30pm | Free

Wright Brothers Band | The Barrel | 8pm | Free

Flashback Band | Phone Booth Lounge | 8pm | Free

Subterranean's Album Release | Hidden Gem Music Club | 8:30pm | $10+

The Martha's | The Brick Tap & Tavern | 8:30pm | Free

Hannah Anders | Good Time Charlie's | 9pm | Free

Saturday, Sep 14th

Dancin' In The Streets | Jayne's On Main | 7pm | Free

Christopher James | Bock Family Brewing | 7pm | Free

Mitch Rossell | Levitt Pavilion | 7pm | Free

Steely Dan Tribute | Hidden Gem Music Club | 8pm | $20+

Silvis & More | Yellow Cab Tavern | 8pm | $10

Short of Stable | The Barrel | 8pm | Free

Doug Hart Band | Phone Booth Lounge | 8pm | Free

Dave'd and Confused | The Brick Tap & Tavern | 8:30pm | Free

Above Ground Sound | The Dublin Pub | 8:30pm | Free

Joe Clark | Good Time Charlie's | 9pm | Free

Premonition | Courtyard Lounge | 9pm | $5

🎭️LIVE THEATRE

Shows Running Now

Shear Madness | La Comedia Theatre | Aug 15th - Sep 15th | $70+

The Bridges Of Madison County | Dayton Playhouse | Sep 13th - Sep 29th | $18+

Upcoming Shows

Saturday Night Fever | La Comedia Theatre | Sep 19th - Oct 27th | $70+

Annie Jr. | Town Hall Theatre | Sep 20th - Oct 26th | $14+

Butterflies Are Free | Actor's Theatre Fairborn | Sep 20th - Sep 29th | $17.50

Hamilton | Schuster Center | Oct 1st - Oct 11th | $50+

😂LIVE COMEDY

This Weekend

Brent Terhune | Dayton Funny Bone | Sep 13 | $18

Mojo Brookzz | Dayton Funny Bone | Sep 14 | $32+

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