Step right up and join us on the lawn as we kick off the season together.

Our 2026 Eichelberger Concert Series Season Reveal: Carnival on the Lawn is a celebration of community, music, and everything we love about summer nights in downtown Dayton. In partnership with A World A’Fair, this evening brings a spirit of culture, connection, and shared joy as we unveil the 2026 season of free concerts.

Come early for family-friendly carnival fun, stay for live music, and be the first to see what’s ahead.

The evening begins at 5:30 PM with activities for all ages, including face painting, balloon art, lawn games, and more. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs, grab something from local food vendors, and settle in.

Evening Schedule:

• • • • • • • • 5:30 PM – Lawn opens with carnival fun
              • 6:00–6:45 PM – DJ Kim L
              • 6:45 PM – Welcome remarks
              • 7:00 PM – Live performance by Dayton Funk All-Stars

We’ll be unveiling the full 2026 Eichelberger Concert Series season, with calendars available to take home so you can start planning your summer with us.

At Levitt Pavilion Dayton, music brings us together. It creates space for connection, for belonging, and for shared experiences across cultures and backgrounds .

Free. All ages. Everyone welcome.
Come as you are and join us on the lawn.

About the venue:

134 S Main St. Dayton, Oh 45402 (across from the Dayton Convention Center)

All concerts in the 2026 Eichelberger Concert Season are free and open to the public, no ticket or RSVP necessary.

All concerts begin at 7PM* with exception of select dates.

• You can bring in lawn chairs or blankets as well as outside food and beverage – including alcohol (glass prohibited).
• Lawn chair rental available for a $5 donation.
• Food and beverage vendors are onsite.

Levitt Dayton is a non-profit organization that fosters a sense of community by providing free outdoor concerts. The organization believes music can bridge cultural divides and bring people together. Levitt Dayton offers a unique and enriching experience that is accessible to all. Through their efforts, Levitt Dayton creates a vibrant and inclusive cultural scene in downtown Dayton.