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Did you know... Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, straddling Fairborn and the eastern Dayton area, is one of the largest Air Force bases in the world by land area, and it houses the National Museum of the United States Air Force - the largest military aviation museum on the planet, and it's free to visit.
The inside track on local happenings:
Free summer meals are coming for kids and teens across the Dayton area
RiverScape is hosting a free outdoor festival tomorrow night
Sinclair Community College just earned a spot on a prestigious national top-25 list
The hottest day of the year is the worst time to find out your AC isn't ready for it.
Most breakdowns don't happen randomly. A worn capacitor, low refrigerant, a dirty coil - small problems that went undetected through winter and finally gave out under the pressure of a July heat wave. A failed compressor costs $1,500 to $2,500 to replace. An emergency call runs double the normal rate.
A $99 spring tune-up from Advantage Plumbing Heating & Air catches those problems now, before they become a midsummer emergency.
When Elliot's AC broke right after he bought his house, Advantage came out, found the issue, fixed it, and didn't charge him for the visit. That's who these people are.
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FOODIE FRIDAY
Dayton foodies, your weekend lineup of must‑try spots is here!
Submarine House
A Dayton legend with a submarine sandwich and comfort food menu that locals have been devoted to for decades. The original subs and loaded burgers are made the old-fashioned way. If you grew up in Dayton, you already know. If you did not, it is time to find out.
📍6100 Far Hills Ave, Dayton📍
Little Fish Brewing Company
A farm-to-table craft brewery with 20 rotating taps and a scratch kitchen that earns its own following. The barrel-aged sours and hazy IPAs are the beer nerds' picks, but the food is worth an order on its own. One of the most thoughtfully run taprooms in Dayton.
📍116 Webster St, Dayton📍
Toxic Brew Company
An edgy, plant-filled taproom in the heart of the historic Oregon District known for a bold "pick your poison" mentality, the lineup features everything from smooth, fruit-forward blondes to massive, high-gravity IPAs and imperial stouts. It's a vibrant neighborhood hub showcasing local art, creative cocktails, and a killer patio perfect for people-watching.
📍431 E 5th St, Dayton📍
DAYTON DIGEST
🍽️ Free Meals All Summer for Dayton Kids, Starting June 1
The Dayton Public School District's Summer Food Program is serving free breakfasts, lunches, and snacks to any kid or teen 18 and under from June 1 to July 31. Meals will be available at multiple community locations including churches, parks, libraries, and schools across the city. The program is sponsored jointly by Dayton Public Schools and the Ohio Department of Education.
🌿 RiverScape Is Throwing a Free Summer Kickoff Tomorrow Night
Five Rivers MetroParks is hosting "Passport to MetroParks", a free outdoor preview festival at RiverScape MetroPark this Friday, May 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. Expect hands-on activities, games, food trucks, live music, and a sneak peek at summer programming across the parks. No tickets needed.
🤝 $50K Is Heading to Springfield to Help Families in Need
Faith-based organization G92 is awarding $50,000 in grants to several nonprofits in Springfield, Ohio that provide food, clothing, housing assistance, and support for Haitian immigrants and others in need. The funding reaches multiple organizations doing community-level work across the region.
Dayton's Community College Just Made the National Top 25
Sinclair Community College has been named one of 25 semifinalists for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, often called the most prestigious recognition in American higher education for two-year colleges. Sinclair earned the spot after being selected from nearly 1,000 institutions nationwide, evaluated on student learning, graduation rates, and whether graduates go on to land good jobs or earn four-year degrees. The Aspen Institute looks specifically for colleges that deliver real results after graduation, not just during it. Sinclair President Dr. Steve Johnson credited the college's 140-year history of open-door, accessible education in Dayton as the foundation for the honor. The final award will be decided in 2027, with $1 million distributed among the top finalists.
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SOUND BITES
Your weekend guide to live music and karaoke across Dayton.
May 28, Thursday
Carmen Clouse
Wings Sports Bar and Grille | 7:00 PM
An Evening with Max Souders
The Brightside Music & Event Venue | 7:30 PM
Thirsty Thursday Karaoke
Good Time Charlie’s | 9:00 PM
May 29, Friday
Raging Nathans, Sheller, Knavery and Houseghost
The Brightside Music & Event Venue | 7:00 PM
Retrobution
Little York Tavern & Pizza | 8:00 PM
Dan Devine and Daniel Nail
Whisperz Speakeasy | 8:00 PM
89 Letters, A Tiger Made of Lightning, Barrens, Lucky Shot, And us in Clinically Cliché
Yellow Cab Tavern | 8:00 PM
Tina Taylor & The Rambling Gypsies
Good Time Charlie’s | 9:00 PM
Zack Attack
Wings Sports Bar and Grille | 9:00 PM
Maggie Baugh
Good Time Charlie’s | 11:00 PM
Velvet Crush
The PhoneBooth Lounge
May 30, Saturday
RLJQ Afro-Cuban Jazz Band
Whisperz Speakeasy | 8:00 PM
Wild Front Tears
Katz Lounge | 8PM-12AM
Dulahan (Irish/folk)
The Dublin Pub | 8:15 PM
Evolution
Wings Sports Bar and Grille | 9:00 PM
Late Night Karaoke with Limelight Entertainment
Tender Mercy | 10:00 PM
Ghost Train
The PhoneBooth Lounge
Get ready to groove at Funk Fest 2026 at Levitt Pavilion Dayton!
On Saturday, May 30, enjoy a night of free live music featuring legendary funk and soul group The Bar-Kays alongside regional favorites Plazmatic and Freakquency. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, grab dinner from local food trucks, and enjoy an evening of music, dancing, and community in the heart of downtown Dayton. Everyone is welcome on the lawn for this free, family-friendly celebration of funk music and connection.
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OTHER EVENTS
The best things happening in Dayton Thursday through Saturday: festivals, markets, pop-ups, and more.
May 28, Thursday
Trivia Night
Jayne's On Main | 7:00 PM
May 30, Saturday
St. Annes Hill Trash ‘N Treasure
St. Annes Hill, 817 McLain St, Dayton | 8AM-2PM
Front Street Saturdays
Front Street Studios | 11:30AM-4PM
Pups on the Patio
Mudlick Tap House | 3PM-6PM
Want more details on any of these?
Whether you're looking for upcoming festivals, live music, family days out, or weekend markets, our Events Calendar has you covered!
WEATHER WATCH
Genius Unlocked - The Reveal
The Great Miami River.
It powered early mills, enabled commerce, and also caused the devastating 1913 flood that reshaped how Dayton managed water infrastructure.
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