Festivales y eventos

City of West Carrollton's Holiday Festival: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, West Carrollton Branch (300 E. Central Ave., West Carrollton, OH 45449). When: Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:45 PM. The West Carrollton Branch Library joins the City Beautiful Commission in hosting this annual family tradition which includes horse-drawn wagon rides, performances by West Carrollton High School choir and orchestra... For: Families. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Teen Cinema: The Bourne Identity: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, Trotwood Branch (855 E Main St., Trotwood, OH 45426). When: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Join us for the film The Bourne Identity (PG-13) A modern spy thriller! For: Teens, Grades 7-12. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Magic: The Gathering Meetup: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, New Lebanon Branch (715 W Main St.,, New Lebanon, OH 45345). When: Monday, Nov 16, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Join us for an afternoon of tabletop strategy and gaming designed for new adults and interested teens. For: Adults. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Family Storytime: Holidays and Celebrations: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, Burkhardt Branch (4704 Burkhardt Ave., Dayton, OH 45403). When: Wednesday, Dec 2, 2026, 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM. Enjoy quality family time with books, songs, and activities that children of all ages and caregivers can enjoy together. For: Families. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Magic Tree House Book Club: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, Kettering-Moraine Branch (3496 Far Hills Ave.,, Kettering, OH 45429). When: Nov 23 and Nov 30, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Enjoy a few chapters of a Magic Tree House book, group discussion, games, and a themed activity each week. For: Kids, Grades 1-4. Full details on the library's page.

Movie Night: Brother Bear: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, Trotwood Branch (855 E Main St., Trotwood, OH 45426). When: Wednesday, Nov 25, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Join us for a screening of Brother Bear. For: Families. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Magic: The Gathering Meetup: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, New Lebanon Branch (715 W Main St.,, New Lebanon, OH 45345). When: Monday, Nov 30, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Join us for an afternoon of tabletop strategy and gaming designed for new adults and interested teens. For: Adults. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Holiday Puppet Show: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, Vandalia Branch (330 S. Dixie Dr., Dayton, OH 45377). When: Monday, Nov 30, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Learn about the December Holidays in a hand puppet show with a craft following. For: Families. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Mini Movie Makers: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, Main Library (215 E. Third St., Dayton, OH 45402). When: Mondays, Nov 16 to 30, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Join us for an interactive film club that combines storytelling, creativity, and media exploration. For: Kids, Grades 1-4. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Mini Movie Makers: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, Main Library (215 E. Third St., Dayton, OH 45402). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Join us for an interactive film club that combines storytelling, creativity, and media exploration. For: Kids, Grades 1-4. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Tween Movie and Bingo!: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, New Lebanon Branch (715 W Main St.,, New Lebanon, OH 45345). When: Tuesday, Nov 24, 2026, 2:30 PM to 4:45 PM. Come join us for a movie for tweens! For: Tweens, Grades 5-6. Drop in, no registration needed. Full details on the library's page.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Magic Tree House Book Club: a free program at Dayton Metro Library, Kettering-Moraine Branch (3496 Far Hills Ave.,, Kettering, OH 45429). When: Monday, Dec 7, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Enjoy a few chapters of a Magic Tree House book, group discussion, games, and a themed activity each week. For: Kids, Grades 1-4. Full details on the library's page.