6 summer festivals happening this weekend across the Dayton region

Artwork for display and sale at the Ohio Valley Orchid Fest includes ceramics, digital art, fiber/leather, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture, works on paper and wood creations.

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Artwork for display and sale at the Ohio Valley Orchid Fest includes ceramics, digital art, fiber/leather, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture, works on paper and wood creations.
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Aug 21, 2023
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While August is winding down, the Dayton summer festival scene continues to heat up with several weekly celebrations of food, culture, music, art and more. This week’s lineup includes two annual cultural festivals, some returning favorites and a new celebration all about orchids.

Check out these five summer festivals coming up Aug. 25-27.

ExploreSUMMER FESTIVAL GUIDE: Your look at events happening across the Dayton area

Egyptian Festival

WHEN: Friday, Aug. 25 through Sunday, Aug, 27

WHERE: St. Mina and St. Abanoub Church, 1531 King Richard Parkway, Miamisburg

INFO: The 23rd annual Egyptian Festival will from 4-10 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. The festival features Egyptian pastries and food, shopping, arts, crafts and carnival games. For more information, visit www.stminastabanoub.org.

The Egyptian Festival will be held Aug. 25-27. The festival gives Dayton a glimpse of Egypt's rich culture through the Khan El Khalili Bazaar with dozens of exhibits, entertainment, music and food. The event is held at the St. Mina and St. Abanoub Coptic Orthodox Church in Miamisburg. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

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Greater Dayton Lebanese Festival

WHEN: Friday, Aug. 25 through Sunday, Aug, 27

WHERE: St. Ignatius of Antioch Maronite Catholic Church, 50 Nutt Road, Dayton

INFO: The 30th annual Greater Dayton Lebanese Festival will run through the weekend beginning on Friday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and continues Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.. Enjoy traditional Lebanese food, baklava, beer, music, dancing and rides. For more information, visit https://www.thelebanesefestival.com/.

The Greater Dayton Lebanese Festival returns Aug. 25-27. on the grounds of the St. Ignatius of Antioch Maronite Catholic Church at 50 Nutt Rd. in Washington Twp. TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

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Taco and Nacho Fest

WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 26

WHERE: Austin Landing, 3601 Rigby Road, Miamisburg

INFO: The Taco and Nacho Fest is returning to Austin Landing from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. with live music all day, and a local lineup of food vendors. This year, El Meson, What the Taco Rolling Indulgence Smokin Inferno BBQ & Catering, Kona Ice and more will be serving up Mexican food and more. For more information, visit the Austin Landing event page on Facebook.

Tacos and Nachos took center stage at Austin Landing's inaugural Taco & Nacho Fest on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022. Tacos and Nachos of all varieties were served up by approximately 15 vendors during the event which also featured live entertainment along with other foods and drinks. DAVID A. MOODIE/CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

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ARTFest on Main

WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 26

WHERE: Downtown Springboro

INFO: The Springboro Arts Council is presenting ARTFest on Main from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature fine art from approximately 100 artists, music, entertainment and food, beer and wine vendors. For more information, visit www.artfestonmain.com/.

ArtFest will return to Springboro featuring a variety of artists Aug. 26.

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Clifton Gorge Music and Arts Festival

WHEN: Friday, Aug. 25 through Saturday, Aug. 26

WHERE: Clifton Opera House, 5 S. Clay St., Clifton

INFO: The Clifton Gorge Music and Arts Festival celebrated annually will run from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday. Festivities include live music, shopping, food vendors, games and activities for kids, vendors, artisans and a beer garden. For more information, visit https://www.villageofclifton.com/festival-information/.

The Clifton Gorge Music and Arts Festival will be back Friday, Aug. 25 and Saturday, Aug. 26 with live music, artisans and vendors and several food choices in the Village of Clifton. CONTRIBUTED

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Ohio Valley Orchid Fest

WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 26 through Sunday, Aug. 27

WHERE: Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 4865 Wilmington Pike, Kettering

COST: A suggested $3 donation for local mission work

INFO: The first Ohio Valley Orchid Fest will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at the church. The festival features an orchid show and sale, orchid repotting demonstrations, an auction, food trucks and family activities. For more information, visit www.ohiovalleyorchidfest.com.

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