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THE

BRIGHTSIDE

MUSIC AND EVENT VENUE

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Dayton's home for original live music
- and so much more!
  • The Taylor Party - 18+
    The Taylor Party - 18+
    Fri, Dec 08
    The Brightside Dayton
    Dec 08, 2023, 8:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Dec 08, 2023, 8:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    A Taylor Swift Inspired Dance Party
  • Holiday Soiree for Freelancers & Entrepreneurs
    Holiday Soiree for Freelancers & Entrepreneurs
    Tue, Dec 12
    The Brightside Dayton
    Dec 12, 2023, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Dec 12, 2023, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    We're hosting a holiday party for all the solo workers out there!
  • ekoostik hookah & Subterranean
    ekoostik hookah & Subterranean
    Fri, Dec 15
    Dayton
    Dec 15, 2023, 7:30 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Dec 15, 2023, 7:30 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Don't miss our annual holiday psychedelic rock night with ekoostik hookah & Subterranean!
  • A Christmas Story - Dayton Dinner Theater
    A Christmas Story - Dayton Dinner Theater
    Sun, Dec 17
    The Brightside Dayton
    Dec 17, 2023, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Dec 17, 2023, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    You're invited to a heartwarming and very funny holiday tradition!
  • Christmas Vacation - Dayton Dinner Theater - SOLD OUT!
    Christmas Vacation - Dayton Dinner Theater - SOLD OUT!
    Wed, Dec 20
    The Brightside Dayton
    Dec 20, 2023, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Dec 20, 2023, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    SOLD OUT!
  • Solstice Soiree with Gem City Burlesque
    Solstice Soiree with Gem City Burlesque
    Thu, Dec 21
    The Brightside Dayton
    Dec 21, 2023, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Dec 21, 2023, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Booty Swing is back and bringing the jazzy and sensual side of the holiday season!
  • Christmas Vacation - Encore!
    Christmas Vacation - Encore!
    Fri, Dec 22
    The Brightside Dayton
    Dec 22, 2023, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Dec 22, 2023, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    We added an additional date for Christmas Vacation!
  • HoliDayton with Hawthorne Heights
    HoliDayton with Hawthorne Heights
    Fri, Dec 29
    The Brightside Dayton
    Dec 29, 2023, 6:30 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Dec 29, 2023, 6:30 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Join us at the 21st annual HoliDayton music festival!
  • The Princess Bride - Dayton Dinner Theater
    The Princess Bride - Dayton Dinner Theater
    Sun, Jan 14
    The Brightside Dayton
    Jan 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Jan 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    It's a romantic classic that's a perfect winter date night! Or bring the whole family!
  • Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 1
    Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 1
    Thu, Jan 18
    The Brightside Dayton
    Jan 18, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Jan 18, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    More info coming soon!
  • School of Rock Mason: Tribute to the Talking Heads "Stop Making Sense"
    School of Rock Mason: Tribute to the Talking Heads "Stop Making Sense"
    Sat, Jan 20
    The Brightside Dayton
    Jan 20, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Jan 20, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
  • Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 2
    Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 2
    Thu, Jan 25
    The Brightside Dayton
    Jan 25, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Jan 25, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    More information to come soon!
  • Goonies - Dayton Dinner Theater
    Goonies - Dayton Dinner Theater
    Sun, Jan 28
    The Brightside Dayton
    Jan 28, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Jan 28, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Follow the hidden map back to the "Goon Docks" in this classic 1985 adventure story!
  • Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 3
    Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 3
    Thu, Feb 01
    The Brightside Dayton
    Feb 01, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Feb 01, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    More information to come soon!
  • Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 4
    Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 4
    Thu, Feb 08
    The Brightside Dayton
    Feb 08, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Feb 08, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    More information to come soon.
  • Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 5
    Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 5
    Thu, Feb 15
    The Brightside Dayton
    Feb 15, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Feb 15, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    More information to come soon.
  • Grease - Dayton Dinner Theater
    Grease - Dayton Dinner Theater
    Sun, Feb 18
    The Brightside Dayton
    Feb 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Feb 18, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Our special date night Valentine's week tribute to Olivia Newton John as well as all fans of the good old days!
  • Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 6
    Dayton Battle of the Bands - WEEK 6
    Thu, Feb 22
    The Brightside Dayton
    Feb 22, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Feb 22, 2024, 7:00 PM
    The Brightside Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    More information to come soon.
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WELCOME

Oh, hey there!  If you're like us, you're always seeking new music and unique experiences, but couldn't quite find what your were looking for in Dayton, Ohio.

So we decided to take the matter into our own hands and created The Brightside Music and Event Venue!

We're a free-spirited and welcoming space for genuine people.  Our mission is simple - to bring people together to dance, celebrate love, enjoy art, and build stronger community bonds…and have a good time while doing it!

The memories we create together are why we are here.

Plan your visit...

VOD-Vil Bar

Belly up to the Vod-Vil Bar!  It's a popular spot to grab a cocktail and chill with friends. It can even be rented for smaller events & acts.

PARKING

Parking downtown for a show is easy at The Brightside. Check out our parking map with plenty of FREE parking!

PERFORM WITH US

As an upscale, mid-size independent venue, we've hosted a wide range of concerts, shows, and performances.

HOST AN EVENT

Come celebrate with us! Planning a wedding or special event at The Brightside is easy.

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STAY ON THE BRIGHTSIDE OF LIFE!
Becoming a Brightsider is easy!  Just subscribe to our email list for the inside scope on all our upcoming shows and events.

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