When: 5-10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3
Where: Throughout downtown Dayton
Details: This monthly art hop features exhibit openings at various galleries and other entertainment options as well as live music, dining and shopping specials, and more.
Cost: Free
More info: downtowndayton.org
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2. The Motortown All-Stars
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4
Where: Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St., Dayton
Details: Get ready to groove with the sounds of Motown courtesy of this group direct from Detroit and featuring former members of The Capitols, The Miracles and The Temptations. The All-Stars will perform hits by The Temptations, The Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and more. The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra’s Rockin’ Orchestra concert will be conducted by DPO Artistic Director Neal Gittleman.
Cost: $14-$119
More info: 937-228-3630 or daytonlive.org
3. Photographer Vincent J. Musi: Where The Wild Things Are
When: 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 5
Where: Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton
Details: In this Dayton Live presentation, Vincent Musi will share highlights from more than 30 years traveling the world for National Geographic documenting a changing planet. His talk will take audiences on a journey to explore the fascinating world of animal cognition as well as a tour of some unusual pets.
Cost: $29-$53
More info: 937-228-3630 or daytonlive.org
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4. Swiftie Skate
When: 7-10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3
Where: RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave., Dayton
Details: Skate to music inspired by Taylor Swift’s catalogue. This special skate day presented by Five Rivers MetroParks also includes hands-on games and activities in the heated comfort tent.
Cost: Admission is $7. Visitors can rent ice skates for $3. Children 3 years old and under are free with a paying adult. There is no charge for those who are not skating.
More info: 937-275-7275 or metroparks.org
5. “A Complete Unknown”
When: Screenings Jan. 3-8; 11:15 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:45 p.m., and 7:40 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. Sunday; 2:00 p.m., 4:45 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday; and 2:00 p.m., 4:45 p.m. and 7:40 p.m. Wednesday
Where: The Neon, 130 E. Fifth St., Dayton
Details: Timothée Chalamet is a leading Oscar contender for his acclaimed portrayal of revolutionary folk musician Bob Dylan in James Mangold’s drama chronicling Dylan’s arrival in New York City’s West Village in the early 1960s.
Cost: $6.50-$10.50
More info: 937-222-7469 or neonmovies.com
6. Arts & Wellness at the Arcade
When: 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4
Where: Dayton Arcade, 35 W. Fourth St., Dayton
Details: The Contemporary Dayton’s Arts & Wellness 2025 Series invites the community to gather for yoga rejuvenation. There will be Traditional Yoga with Tori Reynolds of Speakeasy Yoga in The Arcade’s Rotunda and Chair Yoga with Day Yoga Studio in The Contemporary Dayton’s Galleries, located at 25 W. Fourth St. Doors open to registered participants 15 minutes before the start of each class. Equipment will not be provided.
Cost: Free but may require Eventbrite pre-registration and on-site waivers.
More info: 937-224-3822 or codayton.org
7. Merry Grinchmas: Art of Dr. Seuss’ Holiday Classic & (B)ART! America’s Funniest Animated Family
When: Through Jan. 19; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 12-5 p.m. Sunday. Closed Mondays and Tuesday.
Where: Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N., Dayton
Details: View original drawings of Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss) and Chuck Jones, who brought Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale to life in the 1966 animated special “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!,” and enjoy replicas of the sofa and living room set which has been a part of “The Simpsons” iconography since the show debuted in 1989.
Cost: $5-$15
More info: 937-223-4278 or daytonartinstitute.org
8. Sommore
When: 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3 and 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4
Where: Dayton Funny Bone, 88 Plum St. Ste 200, The Greene Town Center, Beavercreek
Details: The “frank and fearless” comedienne is widely considered one of America’s top comedic female entertainers.
Cost: $42-$52
More info: 937-429-5233 or dayton.funnybone.com
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9. Gem City Comedy Showcase
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3
Where: Gather by Ghostlight, 37 E. Fourth St., Dayton
Details: This event is hosted by Mike Shea and features Brent Bowser, Chris Karwoski, Ali Augusta, and Nick Osman.
Cost: $10 presale tickets are available online and $15 tickets are available at the door.
More info: gatherdyt.com
10. Tracy Perkins, Erin Larsen and Wakelight
When: 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3
Where: Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St., Dayton
Details: Enjoy eclectic original songs from Tracy Perkins, the Spanish classical guitar of Erin Larsen, and the indie-folk flavor of Wakelight.
Cost: $7 cover.
More info: yellowcabtavern.com
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