Weekend events around Dayton: May 3-5

DAYTON, Ohio ( WDTN ) — It’s the first weekend of May and there’s lots happening in Dayton! 2 NEWS compiled a list of events throughout the Miami Valley.

Friday, May 3

A World A’Fair Dayton International Festival – 5 p.m., 120 Fairground Road, Xenia. This three-day celebration of food, dancing, music and culture starts on Friday. Learn more .

2024 Cornerstone Music Series – 6:30 p.m., 5210 Cornerstone North Blvd., Centerville. This Friday kicks off weekly live music events in Centerville throughout the summer. Learn more .

Disney’s The Lion King – 8 p.m., 1 W. Second Street, Dayton. This iconic musical opens in Dayton this week, with performances all weekend. Learn more .

Saturday, May 4

Derby Day Weiner Dog Race – Noon, 501 E. Fifth Street, Dayton. The Oregon District is hosting its sixth annual Derby Day celebration, with a special Weiner dog race. Learn more .

May the Fourth Be With You – 1 p.m., 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave., Dayton. Join Five Rivers MetroParks for a celebration of “Star Wars” at Wegerzyn Gardens on Saturday. Learn more .

Dayton Taco Fest – 5 p.m., 700 E. Fourth Street, Dayton. The second annual Taco Fest returns to Yellow Cab Tavern with a variety of food trucks, music and fun. Learn more .

Sunday, May 5

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live – 2:30 p.m., 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton. Experience the thrill of monster trucks this weekend at the WSU Nutter Center. Learn more .

Fashion Meets Food Trucks Rally – 2 p.m., 234 E. Monument Ave., Dayton. Shop local fashion and dine from local food trucks at this event on Sunday. Learn more .

Outdoor Market Opening Weekend – 9 a.m., 600 E. Second Street, Dayton. Celebrate the opening weekend of 2nd Street’s outdoor market. Learn more .

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