Pride Rocks by NCCJ

PRIDE ROCKS! Pride Rocks! is a suicide prevention program promoting suicide prevention in the LGBTQ+ Community. At Pride Rocks!, participants can join in painting Pride themed rocks with suicide prevention messaging, enjoy local meal from a food truck, learn from and connect with local providers, check out local vendors, and listen to LGBTQ+ musicians. Pride Rocks! is a free event and is open to everyone! WHEN: May 13, 2023 from 11:00AM – 3:00PM WHERE: Levitt Pavilion (134 S Main St, Dayton, OH 45402) WHO: Pride Rocks! is open for anyone and is family friendly!

Bullying is Played Out: Taking a Stand Against Bullying Thru the Arts

20% of students ages 12-18 experience bullying nationwide. Please join Samaritan Behavioral Health on May 20 at Levitt Pavilion in Dayton for an anti-bullying rally for all ages, hosted by Samaritan Behavioral Health in conjunction with the Young Adult Council of the United Against Violence of Greater Dayton Project. Rain date is May 21, same time. This is a free event for the entire family. The United Against Violence of Greater Dayton Project sponsored by Samaritan Behavioral Health and funded by Common Spirit’s goal is - Children, Youth, and families, through development of knowledge and skills, will be better equipped ...

Pop-Up Concert: Omega Playground Ribbon Cutting with MojoFlo

Join us for this Levitt Connect: Community pop-up concert at the Omega Playground Ribbon Cutting. Enjoy free food, fellowship and music by the incomparable Mojoflo! Please note this event is at the Omega Harvard Campus and not at the Levitt Pavilion. Location: 1810 Harvard Blvd, Dayton, OH 45406 This event is part of our Levitt Connect: Community pop-up concert program which aims to take Levitt on the road and build community off the lawn. We believe it is imperative to meet our community where they are, building bridges and relationships through the power of free live music. Our goal with ...

The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band

Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band is a country blues trio known for their high-energy live shows and unique blend of country, blues, and rock music. The band consists of Reverend J. Peyton on guitar and vocals, his wife "Washboard" Breezy Peyton on washboard and backing vocals, and Max Senteney on drums. They have released several albums and toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe, gaining a following with their impressive musicianship and raw energy. About the venue: All concerts in the 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton are free and open to the public, no ticket ...

Garth.

Garth. is a New York City-based singer, producer and multi-instrumentalist, with over 3 million streams on Spotify. His most recent studio EP, "Our Father" is described as being "as evocative sonically as it is lyrically." With songs running the full gamut from deep soul grooves, to 80s-r&b-surf rock, Our Father gives Garth. the space to be reflective, jubilant and mournful. Garth. is a successful touring artist with performance highlights including shows at Carnegie Hall, Apollo Theater, Brooklyn Bowl, Bowery Ballroom and Irving Plaza. Yvette Diva Williams: Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener Yvette acquired the nickname “Diva” as a 15-year radio ...

Lung

This concert is in celebration of Pride on 5th in Dayton and the LGBTQ+ community and is sponsored by Dykes of Dayton. Dykes of Dayton will be hosting a teen music teen pride zone at the Levitt Pavilion prior to this concert from noon to 3PM. Powerhouse art-punk cello-rock duo Lung has a sound that is dark and commanding, evoking the driving sludge of early grunge with layered sinister undertones. Described as "loud, dissonant, innovative, and fearless" (Fair Shakes and Just Dessert) and "post-grunge mixed with a dose of the avant garde (Paul Silver, Jersey Beat), "Lung doesn't try to ...

Etana

Etana rose to prominence in 2006 with an inimitable musical style that resists categorization. She is a mesmerizing performer whose vocals are as culturally defining as South Africa’s Miriam Makeba or Jamaica’s Marcia Griffiths and as dynamic as classic Whitney Houston. People are so consistently enthralled by Etana‘s music that several of “Free Expressions’” songs topped the charts in Jamaica and reggae charts internationally. Luv Locz Experiment: Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener The Luv Locz Experiment is a Reggae infused funk'n soul band based out of Dayton, Ohio. The band was founded by Romair 'Jay-Vez' Hicks and Anthony 'Saxtone' Arrington ...

Cachitas Now!

Dayton Metro Library has joined as a partner to offer additional elements to the World Music Series. Cachitas Now! is part of Center Stage, a public diplomacy initiative of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs with funding provided by the U.S. Government, administered by the New England Foundation for the Arts in cooperation with the U.S. Regional Arts Organizations. General management is provided by Lisa Booth Management, Inc. Bio in English: With swooping hooks and party grooves the cumbia-grounded sound of this identity-inclusive LGBTQIA+ band buoyantly challenges societal norms, celebrates difference, and reclaims the love ...

Son of Slave

The Son of SLAVE is the rebirth of funk representing Ohio music. The Son of SLAVE is Mark L. Akridge, bass guitarist, singer, songwriter, and the oldest son of the late great Mark Adams of the Funk group “SLAVE”. About the venue: All concerts in the 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton are free and open to the public, no ticket or RSVP necessary. All concerts begin at 7PM. You can bring in lawn chairs or blankets as well as outside food and beverage – including alcohol (just no glass). You can also rent lawn chairs for ...

John Doe Folk Trio

The John Doe Folk Trio is the latest project from the X frontman. Formed in his home of Austin, TX, the trio recorded Doe’s latest album “Fables In a Foreign Land” and consists of Doe, bassist Kevin Smith and drum Conrad Choucron. Harold Hensley: Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener   About the venue: All concerts in the 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton are free and open to the public, no ticket or RSVP necessary. All concerts begin at 7PM. You can bring in lawn chairs or blankets as well as outside food and beverage – including ...

Phillip-Michael Scales

Phillip-Michael was born in Michigan, forged in Chicago, and now lives in Nashville, TN. He grew up with B.B. King calling him “nephew” and calls his music "Dive Bar Soul," a blend of Indie Rock storytelling and the passion of the blues. In 2022, he caught the attention of Ellen DeGeneres who invited him to perform on her final season. About the venue: All concerts in the 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton are free and open to the public, no ticket or RSVP necessary. All concerts begin at 7PM. You can bring in lawn chairs or ...

Juneteenth Concert Ft. The Grammy Award-Winning Rebirth Brass Band

This event begins at 5PM with our Home of Urban Creative Arts Community curated ceremonies commemorating and concert.  Experience poetry, African dance, musicians, drumming, performances, commemoration, food trucks, live choir, creative sculptures, music by Core DJ SKNO and the Grammy Award Winning Rebirth Brass Band! For almost 4 decades, the Grammy winning Rebirth Brass Band has been stunning fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog. Their trademark sound pays homage to the New Orleans brass band tradition while weaving a tapestry that combines elements of jazz, funk, soul, R&B and the sounds from the streets they ...