Updated Thursday, November 5. 38 date night ideas around Dayton in the next four weeks. Evening concerts, shows and food and drink events, and restaurants, bars and breweries in our directory.
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Thu, Nov 5 · 6 p.m.
$10 Martinis every Thursday at Whisperz Speakeasy
Whisperz Speakeasy, West Carrollton
Thursday martini night at the Whisperz Speakeasy bar, where the house’s handcrafted martinis cost $10 each all evening. The host’s calendar lists the Nov. 5 date from 6 to 11 p.m.
$10Food & Drink
Thu, Nov 5 · 6:30 p.m.
Distillery Tour
Belle of Dayton, Dayton
A $10 guided tour of the distillery’s still, tanks, and bottling line, ending with a tasting of its spirits. Guests must be 21 or older with valid ID, and reservations are recommended.
Food & DrinkOregon Historic District
Thu, Nov 5 · 7:30 p.m.
Open Mic Night
The Barrel House, Dayton
An open mic night where performers sign up online and then take the stage on the night.
Music
Thu, Nov 5 · 8 p.m.
Music Bingo Thursdays
The Trolley Stop, Dayton
A free weekly music bingo game with prizes, hosted by KG at The Trolley Stop.
MusicOregon Historic District
Thu, Nov 5 · 10 p.m.
Thursday Night Karaoke at MJ’s
MJ’s on Jefferson, Dayton
A Thursday karaoke night where guests sign up at kiosks or through a songbook app using a show code. Pizza and drinks are available.
Music
Fri, Nov 6 · 5 p.m.
Open House at the Front Street Studios
Front Street Galleries, Dayton
A monthly open house at Front Street Studios, which has about 150 studios and shops across three historic buildings. The building is also open Saturdays.
Arts & Theater
Fri, Nov 6 · 7 p.m.
Dayton Contra Dance Parties – Contra Dance with Trillium and caller Margaret Ann Goodman
Michael Solomon Pavilion, Kettering
A monthly contra dance with live music from the band Trillium and calling by Margaret Ann Goodman. Instruction comes first, and no experience or partner is needed.
$10Arts & Theater
Fri, Nov 6 · 7 p.m.
Lauren Alaina: The Stages Tour
Arbogast Performing Arts Center, Troy
Country singer Lauren Alaina performs a concert at the Arbogast Performing Arts Center in Troy as part of her Stages Tour.
Music
Fri, Nov 6 · 7:30 p.m.
Ed Bassmaster
North Sea Brewing Company, Centerville
Bricky’s Comedy Club presents comedian and YouTube prankster Ed Bassmaster in a live stand-up show built around his characters. The event is 21+ with a two-drink minimum.
Arts & Theater
Fri, Nov 6 · 7:30 p.m.
Mystic Pizza: A New Musical
The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, Dayton
A stage musical adapting the film Mystic Pizza, following three friends who work at a small-town pizza shop. The show uses popular 1980s and 1990s songs.
Arts & Theater
Fri, Nov 6 · 7:30 p.m.
Vienna Boys Choir
Victoria Theatre, Dayton
A concert by the Vienna Boys Choir, a touring group of child singers performing a range of music from medieval to contemporary.
Music
Fri, Nov 6 · 8 p.m.
Feelin’ Alright! A Celebration of Joe Cocker’s Mad Dogs & Englishmen
The Brightside, Dayton
A local tribute concert recreating Joe Cocker’s 1970 Mad Dogs & Englishmen tour, featuring a large ensemble with a 10-piece choir.
Music
Fri, Nov 6 · 10 p.m.
Friday Night Karaoke at Two Social
Two Social, Dayton
A weekly late-night karaoke session in downtown Dayton with a DJ, a large song library, and a sign-up list. It runs 10 PM to 1 AM on Fridays.
Music
Sat, Nov 7 · 7 p.m.
Clifton Opera House presents Daniel Dye & the Miller Road Band
Clifton Presbyterian Church, Clifton
A folk concert by Daniel Dye & the Miller Road Band at Clifton Presbyterian Church, with a food truck before the show. Proceeds support the Clifton Opera House and village properties.
Music
Sat, Nov 7 · 7 p.m.
Frankenstein (Kind of)
The Black Box Improv Theater, Dayton
An 18+ improv comedy show by Dayton Drunk Theater, a loose and drink-friendly take on Frankenstein with audience participation. Tickets are $10 plus fees, with limited seating.
Arts & TheaterEast Third Street Historic District
Sun, Nov 8 · 10 p.m.
Sunday Night Karaoke at MJ’s On Jefferson
MJ’s on Jefferson, Dayton
A Sunday evening karaoke night at MJ’s on Jefferson where you pick songs through on-site kiosks or by phone using a show code. Drinks and pizza are available.
Music
Tue, Nov 10 · 7 p.m.
Karaoke
The Barrel House, Dayton
A Tuesday karaoke night hosted by Rainey Day Entertainment at The Barrel House, with $5 off full draft flights until 9 pm.
Music
Tue, Nov 10 · 8 p.m.
Karaoke with Zane
Yellow Cab Tavern, Dayton
Free karaoke every Tuesday at 8 pm at Yellow Cab Tavern, hosted by Zane Gerlach, with a catalog of over 60,000 songs.
Music
Wed, Nov 11 · 6 p.m.
Top Gun (40th Anniversary) Salute to Veterans Movie Party – Dayton Dinner Theater
The Brightside, Dayton
A Veterans Day screening of Top Gun’s 40th anniversary at The Brightside, with a themed dinner, cocktails, and trivia. Tickets are $37 and doors open at 5:45 PM on Wednesday, November 11.
Arts & Theater
Wed, Nov 11 · 7 p.m.
Wu-Tang Wednesdays
The Barrel House, Dayton
DJ Ike B plays old-school hip hop and other music of his choosing at The Barrel House on Wednesdays.
Music
Thu, Nov 12 · 6 p.m.
Paint Party Fundraiser
Yellow Springs Barrel Room, Yellow Springs
A guided painting evening for ages 13 and up at the Yellow Springs Barrel Room to raise money for school arts boosters. Registration is required and includes all materials; painting runs 6–8 pm.
Arts & Theater
Fri, Nov 13 to Sun, Nov 15
Fall Play: Clue – High School Edition
Archbishop Carroll High School (main gym), Dayton
Carroll High School students stage a comedy-mystery play based on the Clue board game and film. It runs for three performances: Friday and Saturday evenings and a Sunday matinee. On Saturday only, a separate $35 dinner package is offered at the Lewis Center.
$12-$15Arts & Theater
Sat, Nov 14 · 7 p.m.
Clifton Opera House presents Bill Purk and the Muleskinners
Clifton Presbyterian Church, Clifton
A bluegrass show by Bill Purk and the Muleskinners at Clifton Presbyterian Church, with a food truck before the show. Proceeds support the Clifton Opera House and village properties.
Music
Sat, Nov 14 · 7 p.m.
Hotel California: The Original Eagles Tribute
Arbogast Performing Arts Center, Troy
A tribute band recreates the Eagles’ music in a roughly 90-minute concert at the Arbogast Performing Arts Center in Troy. The show is part of the venue’s Signature Series.
Music
Sat, Nov 14 · 7:30 p.m.
Britton Emert
North Sea Brewing Company, Dayton
Stand-up comedy show with social-media comedian Britton Emert, put on by Bricky’s Comedy Club at a brewery in the Centerville area. Doors open at 7:00 PM, and the page lists a two-drink minimum.
Arts & Theater
Sat, Nov 14 · 7:30 p.m.
Stand By Me: The Film And Its Stars 40 Years Later
The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, Dayton
A screening of the film Stand By Me, followed by a live conversation with three of its stars about making the movie.
Arts & Theater
Sun, Nov 15 · 6 p.m.
Friendsgiving Charcuterie
The Trolley Stop, Dayton
A casual Friendsgiving get-together at the Trolley Stop Tavern where guests bring a charcuterie board to share.
Food & DrinkOregon Historic District
Wed, Nov 18 · 6 p.m.
Art After Hours: A Cozy Tea Party
The Dayton Art Institute, Dayton
An evening for adults 18 and over at the Dayton Art Institute with a tea tasting, a quilt-themed craft activity, and a guided tour of the Wall Power quilt exhibition. Tickets are $50.
Arts & TheaterGrafton Hill Historic District
Thu, Nov 19 · 5 p.m.
Collage Night
The Contemporary Dayton, Dayton
A free, drop-in art night at The Contemporary Dayton where people of any skill level can make and experiment with art. Materials are provided, or you can bring your own.
Arts & Theater
Thu, Nov 19 · 6 p.m.
Dayton Society of Artists: Art Book Club
Dayton Society of Artists, Dayton
A November 19 book club meeting at the Dayton Society of Artists to discuss a history of the London street where Whistler, Wilde, and Sargent lived and worked.
Arts & TheaterSt. Anne’s Hill Historic District
Thu, Nov 19 · 6 p.m.
Jameson Night – Sponsored by Dublin 7
Huber Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce (Business Office), Huber Heights
The Chamber is holding an Irish-themed evening built around Jameson whiskey, with food and live entertainment. Dublin 7, the planned sister location of Dublin Pub, sponsors it.
Food & Drink
Fri, Nov 20 · 5 p.m.
Art Reception
Yellow Springs Senior Center, Yellow Springs
An opening reception on November 20 for Bette Kelley’s embroidery art show at the Yellow Springs Senior Center. The exhibit runs through December 28.
Arts & Theater
Fri, Nov 20 · 6 p.m.
Human Nature
The Contemporary Dayton, Dayton
A free screening of an Art21 episode at The Contemporary Dayton. Seating is limited, so registration is required.
Arts & Theater
Sat, Nov 21 · 7 p.m.
Clifton Opera House presents Blue Note
Clifton Presbyterian Church, Clifton
A bluegrass and country show by Blue Note at Clifton Presbyterian Church, with a food truck before the show. Proceeds support the Clifton Opera House and village properties.
Music
Sat, Nov 21 · 7:30 p.m.
Barber Cello Concerto & Haydn’s Wartime Mass
Schuster Center, Dayton
The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus perform Barber’s Cello Concerto with soloist Miriam K. Smith, followed by Haydn’s Mass in Time of War. Joel Smirnoff guest conducts, and the program also opens with Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture.
Music
Sat, Nov 21 · 7:30 p.m.
Christmas With Cantus
Victoria Theatre, Dayton
The vocal ensemble Cantus performs a holiday concert of classic carols and newer choral pieces from around the world. It is one show at the Victoria Theatre.
Music
Fri, Nov 27 · 6:30 p.m.
YS Thanksgiving Dance Party feat. DJ Radion Basim
Emporium Wines & Underdog Cafe, Yellow Springs
A Friday night dance party on Thanksgiving weekend at Emporium Wines & Underdog Cafe in Yellow Springs, with a DJ spinning funk, soul, and R&B. Wine tastings are available, and admission is $10 starting at 6:30 PM.
Music
Exhibits and longer runs
Tue, Nov 24 to Sun, Nov 29
Clue
Schuster Center, Dayton
A touring stage comedy-mystery based on the 1985 film and the Hasbro board game. Six guests gather at a mansion where a murder takes place. It runs for several performances from Nov 24 to Nov 29, 2026, and opens Nov 24 at 7:30 PM.
Arts & Theater
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Restaurants in our directory
- Taqueria Los Cabos · Dayton
- Vegan It Iz Eats · Dayton
- Brixx Ice Company · Dayton
- Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar · Dayton
- Flanagan’s Pub · Dayton
- KungFu BBQ · Dayton
- Dewberry 1850 · Dayton
- Ginger and Spice Asian Bistro · Dayton
- Abner’s Restaurant · Dayton
- Jay’s Seafood · Dayton
- Treasure Island Supper Club · Moraine
- Teardrops Steakhouse · Dayton
Bars in our directory
- Star City Brewing Company · Miamisburg
- Blind Bob’s · Dayton
- Fifth Street Brewpub · Dayton
- The Fieldhouse · Dayton
- Yellow Cab Tavern · Dayton
- Van Buren Room · Dayton
- The Old Bag of Nails Pub · Centerville
Breweries in our directory
- Bock Family Brewing · Dayton
- Trail Town Brewing · Yellow Springs
- Full Circle Brewgarden · Englewood
- Toxic Brew Company · Dayton
- Bellbrook Brewing Company · Bellbrook
- Southern Ohio Brewing · Dayton
- The Dayton Beer Company · Dayton
- Branch & Bone Artisan Ales · Dayton
- Warped Wing Brewing Company · Dayton
- Carillon Brewing Company and Dayton BBQ Company · Dayton
- Little Fish Brewing Company – Dayton Station · Dayton
- Lock 27 Brewing · Centerville
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