💎 Pickles, Plants & Pride (Issue #142)
Your Local Weekend Planner
Max Carone
June 18, 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
77° 🌡️ 59° | ☀️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 10 - 20 mph
Saturday
78° 🌡️ 60° | 🌤️ | ☔ 20% | 💨 10 - 15 mph
Sunday
80° 🌡️ 64° | 🌦️ | ☔ 60% | 💨 10 - 15 mph
📅 EVENTS
🎉 Juneteenth: Commemoration, Celebration, and Concert
📅 Fri, Jun 19: 4:45 - 9 pm
📍 Levitt Pavilion Dayton
💰 Free
Celebrate Juneteenth at Levitt Pavilion with an evening of community, culture, and music. Kick things off with an educational tribute, Southern soul line dancing, and interactive experiences highlighting freedom’s legacy. Enjoy African drumming, poetry, culinary demos, face painting, and activities for families — including a mobile bookstore with free youth books.
The night wraps up with a live concert by Grammy-nominated R&B legends Brownstone, bringing their signature harmonies and ’90s hits to the stage. Don’t miss this joyful, free celebration in the heart of downtown Dayton. Learn more here.
🪴 Annual Native Plant Sale
📅 Sat, Jun 20: 8 am - 1 pm
📍 Bergamo, Beavercreek
💰 Free
Shop more than 100 species of native wildflowers, grasses, sedges, and shrubs grown locally at Mount Saint John. Whether your garden is sunny, shady, wet, or dry, you’ll find beautiful options that help support pollinators and boost local ecology.
Experts will be there to answer your questions and offer planting tips. Learn more here.
☘️ Celtic Fest Ohio
📅 Sat, Jun 20: 11 am - 10 pm
📍 Renaissance Park, Waynesville
💰 Adults (13+): $20
💰 Kids (< 12): Free
Step into a Celtic wonderland as the Renaissance Fest grounds get a full-on Isle makeover! Enjoy nonstop music from Celtic bands — whether you’re into bagpipes with a twist or classic folk tunes, you’ll find it here. Local dance troupes will keep your toes tapping on the dance stage.
Feast on traditional food and drinks, and browse over 100 vendors offering unique Celtic wares. Get your tickets here.
🥒 Dayton Pickle Fest
📅 Sat, Jun 20: 3 - 10 pm
📍 Austin Landing, Miamisburg
💰 Advance: $5
💰 Day Of: $10
Pickle Fest is back at Austin Landing and it’s kind of a big dill! This year brings even more ways to crunch, sip, and savor the briny goodness — think deep-fried pickles, pickle soda, and plenty of sweet, spicy, and classic creations from over 20 food vendors.
Groove to live music from Classic Jam, shop quirky pickle merch, and snack your way through a true pickle paradise. Don’t forget to sport your best pickle-themed outfit! Get your early bird tickets here.
🎶 Juneteenth Music Festival
📅 Sat, Jun 20: 4 - 9 pm
📍 Eichelberger Amphitheater, Huber Heights
💰 Free
Celebrate Juneteenth with an evening of live music, spoken word, and tasty bites at the Eichelberger Amphitheater in Huber Heights. Enjoy performances by local artists, including Ric Sexton, DJ Oscar, and Soul Pocket, plus food trucks serving up everything from comfort food to sweet treats.
This free festival is open to all and highlights community, culture, and diversity. Learn more here.
🦞 Dayton Seafood Fest
📅 Sun, Jun 21: 10 am - 5 pm
📍 The Brightside, Dayton
💰 Free Entry
Celebrate 13 years of Dayton Food Truck Rallies with a seafood-themed bash at The Brightside! Enjoy shrimp, lobster, crab, and more from some of the area’s best food trucks, plus all your favorite menu classics.
Sip a cold one on the beer garden patio or relax with indoor seating. Learn more here.
📜 Remembering Downtown Dayton’s Neighborhoods
📅 Tue, Jun 23: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
📍 Dayton Woman's Club, Dayton
💰 $15
Step into Dayton’s past with local historian Andrew Hershner at The Dayton Woman’s Club. This presentation explores the lost neighborhoods, grand homes, and unique architecture that once defined downtown Dayton, all from inside a beautifully preserved Victorian mansion.
Light snacks and refreshments are included, with optional dinner available. Advance tickets are required — get yours here.
🎨 Dynamic Duo: Color & Collage Workshop
📅 Fri, Jun 26: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
📅 Sat, Jun 27: 1 - 3 pm
📍 Dayton Woman's Club, Dayton
💰 $50
Get hands-on with color and creativity at this workshop led by artist Marsha Pippenger. Dive into paper collage while exploring texture and personal expression — no experience needed! Patriotic hues are encouraged, but your own style is always welcome.
All materials (and a complimentary drink) are provided, so just bring your creative spirit. Get your tickets here.
🏳️🌈 YS Pride
📅 Sat, Jun 27: 11 am - 5 pm
📍 Downtown Yellow Springs
💰 Free
Celebrate love, inclusion, and community at Yellow Springs Pride — the best little Pride party in Ohio! The day kicks off with a colorful parade, followed by live music, drag performances, and a bustling beer garden featuring YSB’s special Pride brew, Just Be Nice.
Explore local vendor booths, savor treats from food trucks, and keep the festivities going at after parties around town. Learn all about the festivities here.
🚗 Cruise The Burg
📅 Sat, Jun 27: 4 - 8 pm
📍 Downtown Miamisburg
💰 Free
Downtown Miamisburg is revving up for its annual Cruise In/Car Meet on Main Street! Park your ride, stroll past classic cars, and soak up the lively atmosphere with a live DJ spinning tunes.
Explore local shops, grab a bite or a DORA drink, and let the kids burn off energy at RiverFront Park’s playground. Learn more here.
🎭 "When Rabbits Fly" Fundraiser & Arts Exhibition
📅 Sat, Jun 27: 6 - 9 pm
📍 118 North Jefferson Street, Dayton
💰 $45
Celebrate Dayton’s creative spirit at “When Rabbits Fly,” a one-night-only art event from the Dayton Society of Artists. Enjoy live figure drawing, a collaborative “Exquisite Corpse” art build, and a curated auction featuring original works — plus music by DJ Kimyon, delicious treats, and custom swag bags.
Support local artists and experience an evening of imagination and inspiration as you bid on unique pieces and mingle with Dayton’s makers. Get your tickets here.
🇺🇸 Americana Festival
📅 Sat, Jul 4: 9:30 am - 6 pm
📍 Uptown Centerville
💰 Free
With an attendance of over 85,000 attendees, Americana Festival holds the title of Ohio's largest one-day festival!
The festivities begin with the parade at 10 am followed by an awesome auto show. All day, you’ll see Uptown Centerville packed with vendors, food trucks, and performances including live music, theatre, and magic.
Wondering where you can get a cold drink at this hot event? The Heart of Centerville-Washington Township (HOCWT) has you covered. We’ll be serving ice-cold, locally crafted brews at 3 different beer tents: one on Franklin, another at Benham's Grove, and one by Routsong.
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— Max
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