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Kettering

There's no shortage of community-focused events and things to do in Kettering, OH. The city's social calendar is built around major outdoor festivals, concerts, and family-friendly park gatherings. Life often centers on the live music at Fraze Pavilion or the local markets and eateries around Town & Country Shopping Center.

The Lincoln Park Civic Commons area is the heart of the action, where large-scale festivals like Holiday at Home take place near the Fraze Pavilion's concert stage.
For a more relaxed atmosphere, Polen Farm hosts the Summertime, Sousa, and Sundaes concert series, a popular family-friendly tradition.
Local breweries, including Eudora Brewing Company and The Dayton Beer Company, offer casual neighborhood spots for trivia nights and trying seasonal beers.

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BODYBAR x KENDRA SCOTT @ The Greene

Saturday • 10:00 AM

The Greene

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Tuesday • 11:00 AM

Montgomery County ESC Language and Literacy Center

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Thu, Oct 15 • 7:00 PM

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Dinner Workshop in Centerville

Tue, Oct 20 • 6:30 PM + 1 more

Club Oceano Seafood & Bar

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Nevaeh Beauty and Brows Fall Spa Party

Sat, Oct 24 • 3:00 PM

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EDPA Great Lakes 2nd Annual Kingpin Classic

Wed, Nov 11 • 5:00 PM

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Dancing with the Kettering Stars 2026

Sat, Nov 14 • 6:00 PM

Presidential Banquet Center

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Pure Couture VIP Pink Friday Sale 11/24

Tue, Nov 24 • 5:30 PM + 1 more

Pure Couture Prom & Social

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BODYBAR x KENDRA SCOTT @ The Greene

Saturday • 10:00 AM

The Greene

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Literacy Can't Wait: Strong Foundations. Stronger Futures.

Tuesday • 11:00 AM

Montgomery County ESC Language and Literacy Center

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OPE! Murder Mystery: A KIller Halloween

Thu, Oct 15 • 7:00 PM

On Par Entertainment, Indian Ripple Road, Beavercreek, OH, USA

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Dinner Workshop in Centerville

Tue, Oct 20 • 6:30 PM + 1 more

Club Oceano Seafood & Bar

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Nevaeh Beauty and Brows Fall Spa Party

Sat, Oct 24 • 3:00 PM

The Salon on Rahn & Day Spa: Dayton's Best

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EDPA Great Lakes 2nd Annual Kingpin Classic

Wed, Nov 11 • 5:00 PM

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Dancing with the Kettering Stars 2026

Sat, Nov 14 • 6:00 PM

Presidential Banquet Center

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Pure Couture VIP Pink Friday Sale 11/24

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Thu, Oct 15 • 1:00 PM GMT+1

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Coming Together for Multilingual Children with DLD

Thu, Oct 22 • 6:00 PM GMT+2

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM EDT

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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

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HBR Press Webinar: Resilient Optimism

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Thu, Oct 22 • 6:00 PM GMT+2

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Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM EDT

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Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

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Fall for Bulldogs

Saturday • 1:00 PM

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Laughing for a cure

Thu, Oct 22 • 6:30 PM

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EDPA Great Lakes 2nd Annual Kingpin Classic

Wed, Nov 11 • 5:00 PM

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Dancing with the Kettering Stars 2026

Sat, Nov 14 • 6:00 PM

Presidential Banquet Center

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Fall for Bulldogs

Saturday • 1:00 PM

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Laughing for a cure

Thu, Oct 22 • 6:30 PM

Funny Bone

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EDPA Great Lakes 2nd Annual Kingpin Classic

Wed, Nov 11 • 5:00 PM

On Par Entertainment

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Dancing with the Kettering Stars 2026

Sat, Nov 14 • 6:00 PM

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2026 Fall Wine Festival

Tomorrow • 5:00 PM

Southern Ohio Brewing

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SAME October Luncheon 2026

Tomorrow • 11:45 AM

Hope Hotel and Conference Center near WPAFB

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OUT HERE DAYTON FILM FEST - All Access Pass 2026

Friday • 7:30 PM

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OPE! Murder Mystery: A KIller Halloween

Thu, Oct 15 • 7:00 PM

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Fri, Oct 30 • 7:00 PM

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Sat, Nov 14 • 11:00 AM

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Mon, Nov 16 • 7:00 PM

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

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"MAGIC MIKE" Night Dayton, OH (11-20-2026)

Fri, Nov 20 • 8:00 PM

The Brightside Music & Event Venue

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2026 Fall Wine Festival

Tomorrow • 5:00 PM

Southern Ohio Brewing

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SAME October Luncheon 2026

Tomorrow • 11:45 AM

Hope Hotel and Conference Center near WPAFB

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OUT HERE DAYTON FILM FEST - All Access Pass 2026

Friday • 7:30 PM

THE NEON

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OPE! Murder Mystery: A KIller Halloween

Thu, Oct 15 • 7:00 PM

On Par Entertainment, Indian Ripple Road, Beavercreek, OH, USA

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Otherworldly Presents: Creatures & Cryptids

Fri, Oct 30 • 7:00 PM

31 E 4th St

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Cozy and Bookish Market 2026

Sat, Nov 14 • 11:00 AM

16 Water St

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11/16 - Centerville, OH - Friendsgiving in Wine Country

Mon, Nov 16 • 7:00 PM

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

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"MAGIC MIKE" Night Dayton, OH (11-20-2026)

Fri, Nov 20 • 8:00 PM

The Brightside Music & Event Venue

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Points of Interest near Kettering

Hills Dales Metropark

Wright Brothers National Museum

Frankensteins Castle

Delco Park

Frequently asked questions about Kettering

Where can I find live music events in Kettering?

Fraze Pavilion is the primary venue for major live music concerts, especially during warmer seasons. This outdoor amphitheater hosts a wide range of performers. For a more relaxed, free experience, Polen Farm presents the Summertime, Sousa, and Sundaes concert series.

What are some family-friendly events in Kettering, OH?

Kettering hosts several large, family-friendly community festivals throughout the year. Annual celebrations like the Holiday at Home parade and the Go 4th! fireworks at Delco Park are local traditions. The Kettering Recreation Complex also offers various family activities.

Are there any major art events or festivals in Kettering?

The annual Art on the Commons is a major fine arts and crafts festival held at Lincoln Park Civic Commons. For year-round art experiences and classes, the Rosewood Arts Center hosts gallery exhibitions and events showcasing local and regional talent.

What's the food and drink scene like for events in Kettering?

The local food and drink scene centers on casual breweries and community markets. Places like Eudora Brewing Company host events like weekly trivia. The monthly Market at Town & Country Shopping Center also features local food artisans alongside other vendors.

Which neighborhoods are best for finding things to do in Kettering?

The Lincoln Park Civic Commons area is the hub for large outdoor festivals and concerts at Fraze Pavilion. For a different vibe, the Town & Country Shopping Center area serves as a central gathering spot with its monthly market, shops, and restaurants.

Where are the best places for outdoor events in Kettering?

Lincoln Park Civic Commons is the city's main destination for outdoor community events like Art on the Commons. Right next to it, the Fraze Pavilion is an outdoor amphitheater that's a cornerstone of the summer entertainment schedule. Polen Farm also hosts outdoor concerts.

What are some good date night ideas in Kettering?

A concert at Fraze Pavilion followed by a walk through Lincoln Park makes for a classic evening out. Alternatively, exploring the monthly market at Town & Country Shopping Center before dinner at a nearby restaurant offers a more relaxed date night experience.

How can I find free events in Kettering?

Many community-sponsored events in Kettering are free to attend, including the annual Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting. The Summertime, Sousa, and Sundaes concert series at Polen Farm is another popular free event. Exploring local parks often reveals other free community gatherings.