The start of 2025 brings a packed schedule of events to the Miami Valley, with activities, festivals, and events on the calendar to appeal to every member of the family. Whether you're in the mood for an evening of dancing, a chance to try out some of the best restaurants in Dayton, or a fun, family-friendly festival for lovers of all things LEGO, there's sure to be an event for you. Our real estate agents have more on winter festivals and events around the Miami Valley perfect for kicking off the new year.

• Champions Center Open Horse Show – 4401 S. Charleston Pike, Springfield, OH 45502
  The Champions Center Open Horse Show is an event that showcases all things equestrian, featuring two packed days of horse shows, competitions, and exciting events. Whether you sign up to participate yourself or simply come to enjoy the show, this event has so much to offer. There are 3 Champions Center Open Horse Shows scheduled this winter on January 11-12, February 8-9, and March 1-2, 2025, with more to come through the rest of the year.

• Sneak Peek to Winter Restaurant Week – 617 E. 3rd St., Dayton, OH 45402
  Can't wait for Winter Restaurant Week? Get started early with a Sneak Peek to Winter Restaurant Week at The Steam Plant on January 22, 2025, and sample a taste of what you can expect at the main event later in January. Your ticket includes preview tastings from more than 10 local restaurants that will be participating in Restaurant Week.

• Beavercreek Weekend of Jazz – 2660 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Beavercreek, OH 45434
  Plan ahead for a full weekend of live jazz music on February 21-22, 2025, at the highly anticipated Beavercreek Weekend of Jazz hosted at Beavercreek High School. This year's Weekend of Jazz features headline act The UNT One O'Clock Lab Band, a multiple Grammy award-winner from the University of North Texas. Both the Friday Beavercreek Band Night and Saturday Jazz Band Festival are free to attend, while the Saturday night headline act requires tickets that you can purchase online.

• Dayton Restaurant Week – Dayton, OH
  We covered the Sneak Peak, and now it's time for the main event. Dayton Restaurant Week is back from January 26 – February 2, 2025, and as always, there will be tons of outstanding restaurants participating. This event is hosted by the Miami Valley Restaurant Association and includes more than 30 fantastic restaurants in the Miami Valley. Check the link above closer to Restaurant Week for a full list of menus and participating restaurants.

• Dayton Dance Festival Winter Showcase – 8969 Kingsridge Dr., Dayton, OH 45458
  The Dayton Dance Festival Winter Showcase is hosted by Elegance in Dance, with a full evening of routines, social dance, competition rounds, and formations. Spectators can enjoy dinner, dancing, and a show, while spots for competitors are also available. It all takes place on January 18, 2025, starting at 6:00 PM.

• Brick Fest Live – 22 East Fifth St., Dayton, OH 45402
  Brick Fest Live is the LEGO event of the year in the Miami Valley, featuring two days filled with LEGO displays, interactive activities, great photo ops, and much more. Explore more than 45,000 square feet packed with all things LEGO. The event takes place January 11-12, 2024, with tickets available online.

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