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THE

BRIGHTSIDE

MUSIC AND EVENT VENUE

Image by Nick Fewings
Dayton's home for original live music
- and so much more!
  • An Evening with Ellis Paul
    An Evening with Ellis Paul
    An Evening with Ellis Paul
    Thu, Sep 19
    Dayton
    Sep 19, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Sep 19, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
  • Story Slam Dayton
    Story Slam Dayton
    Story Slam Dayton
    Wed, Sep 25
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Sep 25, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Sep 25, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    The theme is Goodbyes & Hellos!
  • Tasting Colour (Patio Party)
    Tasting Colour (Patio Party)
    Tasting Colour (Patio Party)
    Thu, Sep 26
    Dayton
    Sep 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM EDT
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Sep 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM EDT
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Also - come out celebrate Libby's Birthday!
  • Decay Metal Fest
    Decay Metal Fest
    Decay Metal Fest
    Sat, Sep 28
    Dayton
    Sep 28, 2024, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Sep 28, 2024, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
  • Dayton Ballet Brunch
    Dayton Ballet Brunch
    Dayton Ballet Brunch
    Sun, Sep 29
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Sep 29, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Sep 29, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    This is a Welcome Back event for the Dayton Ballet dancers, presented by the Dayton Ballet Barre
  • School of Rock Woodstock
    School of Rock Woodstock
    School of Rock Woodstock
    Sun, Sep 29
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Sep 29, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Sep 29, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Join us for 3 hours of Peace & Music!
  • Designer Hand Bag Bingo
    Designer Hand Bag Bingo
    Designer Hand Bag Bingo
    Wed, Oct 02
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Oct 02, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Oct 02, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Help support the Breast Wishes Foundation
  • Alabaster Boxer / Solsitic
    Alabaster Boxer / Solsitic
    Alabaster Boxer / Solsitic
    Thu, Oct 10
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Oct 10, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Oct 10, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    We're also celebrating Kelly Brown's Birthday with this special show!
  • Dayton Music Fest
    Dayton Music Fest
    Dayton Music Fest
    Fri, Oct 11
    The Brightside
    Oct 11, 2024, 5:00 PM – 11:30 PM
    The Brightside , 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Oct 11, 2024, 5:00 PM – 11:30 PM
    The Brightside , 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Join us for the 20th Anniversary of Dayton Music Fest on Friday night!
  • Frankie Camaro & Friends - Memorial for Dale Linke
    Frankie Camaro & Friends - Memorial for Dale Linke
    Frankie Camaro & Friends - Memorial for Dale Linke
    Sun, Oct 20
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Oct 20, 2024, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Oct 20, 2024, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Paying tribute to a special friend with 4 music acts
  • EMO NIGHT ft Flicker//Fade Live Emo Band Night!
    EMO NIGHT ft Flicker//Fade Live Emo Band Night!
    EMO NIGHT ft Flicker//Fade Live Emo Band Night!
    Thu, Nov 07
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Nov 07, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Nov 07, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Rock out to your fave emo tunes with Flicker / Fade
  • Beauty Boost Taste of Yoga
    Beauty Boost Taste of Yoga
    Beauty Boost Taste of Yoga
    Sun, Nov 17
    Dayton
    Nov 17, 2024, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Nov 17, 2024, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Find Your Flow with Beauty Boost
  • NYE Ekoostik Hookah
    NYE Ekoostik Hookah
    NYE Ekoostik Hookah
    Tue, Dec 31
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Dec 31, 2024, 8:00 PM – Jan 01, 2025, 1:30 AM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Dec 31, 2024, 8:00 PM – Jan 01, 2025, 1:30 AM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    And special guests Subterranean!
  • Scythian - Celtic Rock
    Scythian - Celtic Rock
    Scythian - Celtic Rock
    Fri, Mar 07
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Mar 07, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Mar 07, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Enjoy a festive evening of Celtic-rock music!
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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.

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

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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!

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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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