💎 Crafts, Crawls & Cheese (Issue #111)
Your Local Weekend Planner
Max Carone
October 30, 2025
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
53° 🌡️ 38° | 🌥️ | ☔ 10% | 💨 10 - 20 mph
Saturday
54° 🌡️ 37° | 🌥️ | ☔ 10% | 💨 5 - 10 mph
Sunday
55° 🌡️ 38° | 🌥️ | ☔ 20% | 💨 5 - 10 mph
📅 EVENTS
🍺 Halloween Bar Crawl
📅 Fri, Oct 31: 4 pm - 12 am
📅 Sat, Nov 1: 4 pm - 12 am
📍 Downtown Dayton
💰 Groups (4+): $25 / ticket
💰 Single: $30
Get ready for a ghoulishly good time downtown! This two-night adventure lets you create your own spooky route, with exclusive drink and food specials at some of downtown's favorite bars. Enjoy 2-3 included drinks or shots, a custom badge, and no cover charges anywhere you go.
Snag your stadium cup, bottle opener lanyard, and access to the official crawl map. Friday night features pro photographers, and both nights end with an epic after party. Costumes are highly encouraged. Get your tickets here.
🎁 Handmade Holiday Craft Show
📅 Sat, Nov 1: 9 am - 3 pm
📍 Bellbrook High School
💰 Free
Kick off your holiday shopping at the 2025 Handmade Holiday Craft Show in Bellbrook! Explore the creativity of 80 local vendors offering unique, handmade gifts — perfect for everyone on your list.
Support small businesses while getting a head start on the season. Learn more here.
🛍️ David’s Bazaar Handmade Arts & Crafts Show
📅 Sat, Nov 1: 9 am - 3 pm
📍 David's United Church, Kettering
💰 Free
Kick off the holiday season at this cozy homespun bazaar, where you can shop local and regional artisans for unique handmade gifts and festive decor. Don’t miss out on their famous homecooked brunch and treats from the bake sale.
🚂 Dayton Train Show
📅 Sat, Nov 1: 11 am - 5 pm
📅 Sun, Nov 2: 11 am - 4 pm
📍 Mont Co Fairgrounds, Dayton
💰 Adults: $10
💰 12 & Under: Free
All aboard to Dayton’s 49th train show! Revel in over 20 model railroad displays and memorabilia. Experience hands-on demos guided by some of the nation’s best modelers.
Browse more than 200 tables packed with new and pre-owned locomotives, rolling stock, hobby tools, and railroad memorabilia. Meet vendors and custom modelers from across the region, and chat with pros during hands-on demos.
Whether you’re a lifelong enthusiast or just curious, this show is packed with fun for all ages. Learn more here.
💀 Dia De Muertos Festival
📅 Sat, Nov 1: 12 - 4 pm
📍 Dayton Metro Library - Downtown Branch
💰 Free
Honor loved ones and celebrate heritage at the Dayton Metro Library’s Dia De Muertos event. Contribute names, photos, and stories to the Community Tree of Life, and explore altars created throughout the library.
Enjoy Catrina face painting from noon to 2, then join the festive parade ending with performances by Orgullo Mexicano and Troupe Roja. Learn more here.
🥃 Freedom Whiskey Veterans Day Celebration
📅 Sat, Nov 1: 6 - 11 pm
📍 Miamisburg Moose Lodge
💰 $50
Come together for an evening of gratitude, giving, and community at Freedom Whiskey’s annual Veterans Day event. Enjoy dinner from Heather’s Café, desserts by Five Loaves Bakery, and live music from Three Road Junction.
This year, Fred “Rico” Rojas is honored as Veteran of the Year for his tireless dedication to local veterans. Proceeds benefit Operation Cherrybend and the Mathile Center for Mental Health & Wellness at Dayton Children’s.
Support those who served and make a difference in the lives of veterans and their families. Get your tickets here for this good time for a great cause.
🧀 Dayton Cheese Fest
📅 Sun, Nov 2: 11 am - 6 pm
📍 The Brightside, Dayton
💰 Free
Join Dayton Food Truck Rallies for a cheese-lover’s food fest! Dig into everything cheesy — think mac and cheese, grilled cheese, cheese-topped BBQ, and more — served up by a huge lineup of local food trucks.
Hang out in the beer garden or grab a seat indoors while you sample creative cheesy dishes, sweet treats, and bubble tea from vendors like MamaBear’s Mac, Schmidts, and I Heart Ice Cream. This is a great way to try new flavors and support local favorites. Learn more here.
🎲 AcadeCon 2025
📅 Fri, Nov 7: 8 am - 11 pm
📅 Sat, Nov 8: 8 am - 11 pm
📅 Sun, Nov 9: 8 am - 6 pm
📍 Dayton Convention Center
💰 $20+
Gather your gaming gang and favorite dice! AcadeCon returns for its 13th year, inviting gamers of all stripes to a welcoming weekend of tabletop fun.
This year leans into a spooky vibe with more horror-themed games, but stays family-friendly and inclusive for everyone. Whether you’re a roleplaying rookie or a seasoned strategist, there’s a place at the table for you.
Hosted by The RPG Academy, AcadeCon is all about playing games and making friends — old and new. Get your tickets here.
🎁 Holiday Bazaar
📅 Fri, Nov 7: 9 am - 7 pm
📅 Sat, Nov 8: 9 am - 2 pm
📍 Dayton Woman's Club
💰 Free
Kick off the holiday season inside a stunning Victorian mansion at The Dayton Woman’s Club’s annual Holiday Bazaar.
Browse handcrafted goods from local artisans, hunt for hidden gems at the tag sale, and treat yourself to homemade meals, snacks, and baked goods — all in a festive, historic setting.
Enjoy shopping, dining, and plenty of holiday cheer with friends and neighbors. Admission is free and everyone’s welcome. Learn more here.
🌟 Star City Sparkle
📅 Fri, Nov 7: 4 - 8 pm
📅 Sat, Nov 8: 9 am - 9 pm
📍 Downtown Miamisburg
💰 Free
Stroll through downtown Miamisburg and join the Star City Sparkle Passport adventure!
Pop into participating shops, collect a sticker at each stop, and after you’ve gathered eight, drop off your passport to enter the gift card raffle.
It’s a fun way to explore local businesses and maybe even win a prize. Learn more here.
♥️ Black Jack for Breast Wishes
📅 Fri, Nov 7: 6 - 10 pm
📍 The Brightside, Dayton
💰 General: $75
💰 VIP: $125
Looking for some good play for a great cause? Head to Bright Side for an evening of Black Jack, Poker, and Roulette, all supporting Breast Wishes — a local nonprofit granting spa days, yoga retreats, and more to women battling breast cancer.
Kick-off with a drink ticket and gaming chips, then play for raffle prizes. Upgrade to VIP for premium perks and extra chips. Get your tickets here.
🎨 Art, Antique & Craft Show
📅 Sat, Nov 8: 9 am - 3 pm
📍 Fairmont Presbyterian Church, Kettering
💰 Free
Shop for a cause at this Kettering favorite! Browse more than 30 local vendors offering handmade goods, vintage finds, jewelry, and holiday treasures.
Enjoy a home-cooked lunch and stock up at the giant bake sale while you explore the vintage and Christmas rooms. Every dollar raised goes directly to food missions like the Kettering Backpack Program, St. Vincent's, World Central Kitchen, and Dayton Food Pantry.
Support your neighbors and find something special. Learn more here.
✂️ Holiday Arts & Craft Show
📅 Sat, Nov 8: 9 am - 4 pm
📍 Kettering Recreation Complex
💰 Free
Get a jump on your holiday shopping at Kettering’s Holiday Arts & Craft Show! Explore booths filled with handcrafted specialty items from local artisans spread throughout the Rec Complex and Lathrem Senior Center.
It’s a great spot to find unique gifts and festive decor. Learn more here.
🦉 Owl Fest
📅 Sat, Nov 8: 5 - 9 pm
📅 Sun, Nov 9: 7 - 9 pm
📍 Caesar Creek Lake Visitor Center, Waynesville
💰 Free
Swoop into this owl-centric weekend at Caesar Creek State Park! Friday features an Owl Box workshop ($35/kit) and a storytelling of Owl Moon. Saturday offers live owl flights and insights into owl conservation.
Both nights conclude with bird banding and stargazing. No telescope? No problem — they’ll provide one! Learn more here.
🕊️ Dayton Peace Accords 30th Anniversary Gala
📅 Sat, Nov 15: 5:30 - 11 pm
📍 Air Force Museum, Dayton
💰 Standard: $140
💰 VIP: $175
Celebrate 30 years since the landmark Dayton Peace Accords at the Capstone Black Tie Gala, held at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. This distinguished evening honors Dayton’s legacy as a center for diplomacy and international cooperation.
Experience the awarding of the Dayton Peace Prize to Ambassador R. Nicholas Burns, enjoy live performances by premier Air Force Bands, and join dignitaries and global leaders in commemorating a milestone moment for peace.
Honor Dayton’s ongoing role in shaping world history. Get your tickets here.
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— Max
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