💎 Pickles, Pork & Pretzels (Issue #105)
Your Local Weekend Planner
Max Carone
September 18, 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
88° 🌡️ 60° | ☀️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 5 mph
Saturday
87° 🌡️ 62° | 🌤️ | ☔ 10% | 💨 5 - 10 mph
Sunday
85° 🌡️ 63° | 🌤️ | ☔ 20% | 💨 5 - 10 mph
📅 EVENTS
🍺 Pottery & Pints
📅 Fri, Sep 19: 5 - 9 pm
📍 Yellow Springs Barrel Room
💰 Free Entry
Raise a pint and support a great cause at this lively Fall Fundraiser! Sip on local brews, browse unique pottery, and try your luck in the silent auction. Fully Cooked Sushi will keep you fueled while live music sets the mood.
Bonus: It’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day,” so throw on your best pirate gear for extra fun. Learn more here.
☀️ Dayton SummerFest
📅 Fri, Sep 19: 6 - 8 pm
📍 Levitt Pavilion, Dayton
💰 Free
Say goodbye to summer at Dayton Summerfest, a free, family-friendly bash at Levitt Pavilion. Groove to live sets from local favorites crabswithoutlegs and The Brass Tracks Band — two acts you won’t want to miss.
Refuel at food trucks like The Lumpia Queen and Dirty Chicken, serving up tasty treats all evening. Learn more here.
🐖 Preble County Pork Fest
📅 Sat, Sep 20: 8 am - 8 pm
📅 Sun, Sep 21: 8 am - 5 pm
📍 Preble County Fairgrounds , Eaton
💰 Free Entry
See the Preble County Fairgrounds transform into a pork lover's paradise! This community celebration brings together locals and visitors to enjoy mouthwatering pork dishes prepared every way you can imagine.
Start your morning with a hearty breakfast served until 11am, then keep the feast going all weekend long. It’s a delicious way to connect with friends, family, and the heart of Preble County.
Ready to pig out? Learn more here.
💃 Hispanic Heritage Festival
📅 Sat, Sep 20: 11 am - 11 pm
📍 RiverScape MetroPark, Dayton
💰 Free
Celebrate and experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of Latin American culture! Enjoy live bands, DJs, dance lessons, and authentic food trucks while exploring artisan crafts and family-friendly activities. Don’t miss the famous Rubber Duck Regatta for extra fun.
This lively celebration supports PACO’s scholarships and community programs. Be part of a vibrant movement that uplifts the Miami Valley’s Hispanic/Latino community. Learn more here.
🎪 BoroFest
📅 Sat, Sep 20: 12 - 4 pm
📍 North Park, Springboro
💰 Free
Bring the whole crew out for an afternoon of fun in Springboro! Enjoy food trucks, bounce houses, face painting, and live music from Reel2Real — there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Browse the Vendors Market packed with local artisans and creative finds, and catch live demonstrations throughout the day. Beer sales benefit Springboro United Church of Christ. Learn more here.
🍻 Beer Fest + Hot Diggigy Dog Fest
📅 Sat, Sep 20: 5 - 9 pm
📍 The Greene, Beavercreek
💰 Advance: $25
💰 Day Of: $30
Beer Fest and Hot Diggity Dog Fest are joining forces at The Greene for one epic evening!
Sip on craft beers from local favorites like Loose Ends, Little Fish, Bock Family Brewing, while rocking out to Liars for Hire. Pair your drinks with gourmet hot dogs from Dawghouse, Lilia’s Outside Cafe, and 1776 Grill.
Admission is free — beer tasting tickets include 10 samples and a souvenir mug. Don’t let this brew-and-chew bash pass you by! Get your tickets here.
🥒 Dayton Pickle Fest
📅 Sun, Sep 21: 11 am - 6 pm
📍 The Brightside, Dayton
💰 Free Entry
Get your taste buds ready for a pickle-packed party! Explore a lineup of local favorites slinging everything from crispy pickles to classic menu staples — there’s something for every craving.
Enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere, plenty of vendors, and a beer garden patio for relaxing between bites. Learn more here.
🚗 Dayton Cars & Coffee
📅 Sat, Sep 27: 8 - 11 am
📍 Austin Landing, Miamisburg
💰 Free
Car fans, gear up for DCC's 7th car show of the season! Browse brand new merch, and marvel at their member's rides.
They prohibit revving, burnouts, speeding, and fast exits. This is a show for admiring cars, not being annoyed by them! A perfect place for auto enthusiasts of all ages. Learn more here.
🥨 Germantown Pretzel Festival
📅 Sat, Sep 27: 9 am - 9 pm
📅 Sun, Sep 28: 12 - 6 pm
📍 Veterans Memorial Park, Germantown
💰 Free
Dive into Germantown's iconic Pretzel Festival, a tradition since 1980. Experience delicious food, unique crafts, rides, and non-stop entertainment across two stages.
From hard to soft, sweet to savory, pretzels and bites will satisfy every craving. Don’t miss out — embrace the fun and celebrate Germantown's rich (and salty) heritage! Learn more here.
🎉 HTAB 8th Anniversary Bash
📅 Sat, Sep 27: 11 am - 10 pm
📍 Heavier Than Air Brewing, Centerville
💰 Free Entry
Celebrate eight years of great beer with this anniversary bash! Expect limited-edition glasses, special posters, and a lineup of brand-new beer releases to toast the occasion.
The Food Pitt will be serving up their famous smash burgers in the afternoon — perfect for pairing with your favorite pint. Learn more here.
🇩🇪 Oktoberfest
📅 Sat, Sep 27: 12 - 11 pm
📅 Sun, Sep 28: 12 - 7 pm
📍 Dayton Art Institute, Dayton
💰 Weekend Pass: $20+
Raise a stein to 54 years of Dayton’s oldest Oktoberfest. Enjoy German favorites, festival food, and a huge selection of craft and international beers, all while soaking up live music and shopping from artisan vendors.
Make it a weekend — grab a pass for all-day access both Saturday and Sunday. Get your tickets here.
🍁 Centerville Fall Fest
📅 Sat, Oct 4: 12 - 5 pm
📍 St. Leonard’s Lawn, Centerville
💰 Free
Fall Fest is back with a full afternoon of family fun and seasonal surprises. Kids can dive into the corn maze, bounce on inflatables, and try their luck at family bingo with prizes. The petting zoo and crafts station add even more to explore.
Stroll through Vendor Village with 100+ local shops and food trucks, drink so local beer, and grab a free pumpkin at the Pumpkin Patch — don’t worry, there’s Pumpkin Parking so you can keep enjoying the festivities hands-free.
Don’t miss the hayride, hosted by Fairy Godmother Events, featuring a cast of delightfully “corny” characters.
The Heart of Centerville Washington Township (of which we're proud members) run this event in partnership with Centerville. It's our last major event of the year, so you'll definitely find me there pouring beer or selling tickets! Learn more here.
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— Max
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