💎 Cheese, Treasures & Funk (Issue #139)
Your Local Weekend Planner
Max Carone
May 28, 2026
Good Morning,
Welcome to another issue of our Community Memo where we share fun things to do around town every week.
Let’s get to it!
⚡ WEEKEND WEATHER
Friday
76° 🌡️ 55° | 🌤️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 5 - 10 mph
Saturday
75° 🌡️ 51° | 🌤️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 10 - 15 mph
Sunday
76° 🌡️ 53° | 🌤️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 5 - 10 mph
📅 EVENTS
🎶 Passport to MetroParks
📅 Fri, May 29: 6 - 9 pm
📍 RiverScape MetroPark, Dayton
💰 Free
Start your summer with Passport to MetroParks at RiverScape — a free event packed with hands-on fun, live music from MojoFlo, and a food truck rally. Meet park rangers, get up close with live animal ambassadors, and discover all the programs MetroParks has planned for the season.
Collect stamps as you play games and try activities at more than a dozen booths. Complete your passport for a shot at winning prizes. Learn more here.
🏷️ Trash ‘N Treasure
📅 Sat, May 30: 8 am - 2 pm
📍 St. Anne’s Hill Historic District, Dayton
💰 Free
Hunt for hidden gems at the St. Anne’s Hill Trash 'N Treasure, one of Dayton’s biggest neighborhood garage and art sales. Stroll through charming streets, browse unique finds, and enjoy plenty of local flavor at nearby restaurants.
Perfect for thrifters, collectors, and anyone who loves a community adventure. Learn more here.
🧀 Cheese Fest
📅 Sat, May 30: 4 - 10 pm
📍 Austin Landing, Miamisburg
💰 Free
Calling all cheese lovers! Head to Austin Landing for the 4th Annual Cheese Fest and dive into a melty menu of cheese curds, grilled cheese, pizza, cheese dogs, and more.
Sip something cold in the Michelob Ultra Beer Garden and enjoy live music as you snack and stroll through vendor booths.
It’s a night dedicated to cheesy goodness — bring your friends and your appetite! Learn more here.
🎵 Funk Fest
📅 Sat, May 30: 5:30 - 10 pm
📍 Levitt Pavilion Dayton
💰 Free
Get ready to groove at Funk Fest, part of the Amplified Series in downtown Dayton. This free show brings legendary funk icons The Bar-Kays to the stage, with local favorites Freakquency and Cincinnati’s Plazmatic kicking off the party.
Expect powerhouse performances, deep grooves, and plenty of dancing as these bands turn up the funk. Learn more here.
🛍️ Community Garage Sale
📅 Thu, Jun 4: 8 am - 5 pm
📅 Fri, Jun 5: 8 am - 5 pm
📅 Sat, Jun 6: 8 am - 5 pm
📍 Miamisburg
💰 Free
Get ready to treasure hunt across town! The Miamisburg-wide Community Garage Sale is back, with homes and businesses setting up shop all over the city. Each sale sets its own hours, so there’s plenty of chances to snag a great deal.
Want to join in? Register to get your spot on the interactive map and claim a free yard sign if you’re among the first 100 sign-ups. Register here.
🎪 St. Helen’s Spring Festival
📅 Fri, Jun 5: 6:30 - 11:30 pm
📅 Sat, Jun 6: 1 - 11:30 pm
📅 Sun, Jun 7: 1 - 9:30 pm
📍 St. Helen Church, Riverside
💰 Free
St. Helen Festival is back in Riverside with a packed weekend of fun for all ages! Experience non-stop live music with 16 bands across two stages, plus classic midway rides — including unlimited ride wristbands during the Saturday and Sunday matinees.
Try your luck at games and raffles, including hourly cash drawings and a $10,000 grand prize on Sunday. There’s plenty of festival food, from famous cabbage rolls to funnel cakes, plus a wide selection of craft beer, margaritas, and local brews.
Bring the family (and your appetite) for this Miami Valley summer tradition. Learn more here.
🎵 Star City Concert: Dave Matthews Tribute Band
📅 Fri, Jun 5: 7 - 10 pm
📍 Riverfront Park, Miamisburg
💰 Free
Settle in for an evening of live music at The Ginkgo Amphitheater in Riverfront Park. Singer-songwriter Nicholas Clay kicks things off, followed by The Dave Matthews Tribute Band bringing the 90’s jam-band spirit to life.
Enjoy tiered seating, easy access for all, and plenty of park activities — plus playgrounds and a splash pad for little ones. Bring a chair or blanket, and soak in the summer vibes with friends and family. Learn more here.
🛒 Summer Flea Market
📅 Sat, Jun 6: 8:30 - 11:30 am
📍 Lathrem Senior Center, Kettering
💰 Free
Shop over 30 local vendors at this lively outdoor market around the Kettering Recreation Complex. Discover everything from antiques and baked goods to handmade crafts and garage sale treasures, plus grab a bite at the food trucks while a live DJ keeps the energy up.
Kids can climb, bounce, and explore with Touch-A-Truck, inflatables, face painting, and a special Kids Fitness Obstacle Course from 8:30–9:30 am. Make it a fun family outing! Learn more here.
🎾 Beginner Mixed Doubles Pickleball Tournament
📅 Sat, Jun 6: 10 am - 2:30 pm
📍 Sycamore Trails Park, Miamisburg
💰 $60 / Team
Ready to rally? This Beginner Mixed Doubles Pickleball Tournament is perfect for new players looking for relaxed competition and lots of encouragement. It’s all about teamwork, sportsmanship, and having fun on the court — no prior tournament experience needed!
Register solo, but be sure to bring a co-ed partner and your game face. Get your team signed up here.
🪈 The Ohio Valley Indigenous Music Festival
📅 Sat, Jun 6: 10 am - 9 pm
📅 Sun, Jun 7: 10 am - 6 pm
📍 Hoffman Reserve, Springboro
💰 Free
Enjoy a weekend of world-class Native American flute music with award-winning performers, including Douglas Blue Feather, Earthsong Voyage, and more. You’ll find artisan vendors, workshops, and plenty of good eats, all in a scenic outdoor setting with easy parking and access.
Don’t miss the community drum circle on Saturday evening — bring a drum or just join the rhythm! Family-friendly and open to everyone. Learn more here.
🍓 Troy Strawberry Festival
📅 Sat, Jun 6: 10 am - 9 pm
📅 Sun, Jun 7: 10 am - 6 pm
📍 The Square, Downtown Troy
💰 Free
Take a trip to Troy for a weekend packed with strawberry fun, live music, and small-town charm! The Troy Strawberry Festival has everything from a 5K run and car cruise to the Little Miss and Mr. Strawberry Pageant and the famous pie-eating contest.
Explore arts and crafts, tasty strawberry treats, and ongoing entertainment on multiple stages. With family-friendly activities and sweet surprises around every corner, this event is the perfect way to kick off your summer. Learn more here.
🎨 Lebanon Festival of the Arts
📅 Sat, Jun 6: 10 am - 5 pm
📍 Downtown Lebanon
💰 Free
Downtown Lebanon transforms into a lively celebration of creativity at the Lebanon Festival of the Arts. Discover fine art, crafts, live music, theater, and dance — all showcasing talented artists from the area.
This event brings the community together through art and inspiration. See what’s in store and learn more here.
🏳️🌈 Dayton Pride Festival
📅 Sat, Jun 6: 11 am - 5 pm
📍 Downtown Dayton
💰 Free
Dayton Pride is the region’s biggest and longest-running LGBTQ+ celebration, drawing thousands from across the Miami Valley and beyond. You’ll find a colorful parade, a growing lineup of vendors, and a vibrant festival atmosphere that welcomes everyone — friends, families, and allies included.
Join the celebration and show your support as Dayton comes together to spread love and pride. Learn more here.
🏳️🌈 PRIDE on Fifth
📅 Sat, Jun 6: 12 - 6 pm
📍 The Oregon District
💰 Free
Get ready to celebrate Pride on 5th with a full day of music, drag performances, and family-friendly fun in the Oregon District! Snap a photo with the unicorn and bubbles, meet Captain Button, and grab a free Pride Pin with an early purchase.
Enjoy two stages of entertainment, plus kids’ activities, face painting, and community pop-ups — including adoptable cats from Purrfect Additions. Bring your friends and enjoy a day packed with color and community. Learn more here.
🍷 Wine & Waffle Fest
📅 Sat, Jun 6: 5 - 9 pm
📍 The Greene, Beavercreek
💰 Advance: $25
💰 Day Of: $35
Wine Fest just got a delicious upgrade — this year, waffles join the party! Head to The Greene for a night of wine tasting and live music from Party Punch. Your ticket gets you 10 wine pours and a souvenir glass, but you’ll also find beer, loads of food trucks, and all things waffle.
From sweet and savory waffles to cones and fries, there’s a treat for every craving. This event has sold out two years in a row, so don’t wait — get your tickets here.
🎶LIVE MUSIC
This Friday
This Saturday
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— Max
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