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THE

BRIGHTSIDE

MUSIC AND EVENT VENUE

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Dayton's home for original live music!
  • Dayton Battle of the Bands - Week 5 (Americana, Country, Bluegrass)
    Multiple Dates
    Dayton Battle of the Bands - Week 5 (Americana, Country, Bluegrass)
    Thu, Feb 09
    Dayton
    Feb 09, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Get Tickets
  • Hip Hop Night with Eman Jones
    Hip Hop Night with Eman Jones
    Fri, Feb 10
    Dayton
    Feb 10, 8:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    3rd annual live music event by Eman Jones featuring him and his favorite up and coming artists!
    Get Tickets
  • Dayton Dinner Theater: Grease
    Dayton Dinner Theater: Grease
    Sun, Feb 19
    Dayton
    Feb 19, 6:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Our special date night Valentines day tribute to Olivia Newton John as well as all the other 50's fans!
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  • Brainiac - SOLD OUT
    Brainiac - SOLD OUT
    Fri, Feb 24
    Dayton
    Feb 24, 9:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    THIS SHOW IS SOLD OUT!
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  • Gem City Mardi Gras Threauxdown
    Gem City Mardi Gras Threauxdown
    Sat, Feb 25
    Dayton
    Feb 25, 5:00 PM – Feb 26, 11:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    The epic event is back on February 25th!
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  • Dayton Dinner Theater: Dazed and Confused
    Dayton Dinner Theater: Dazed and Confused
    Sun, Feb 26
    Dayton
    Feb 26, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Get Tickets
  • Scythian's St Patrick's Day Pre-Party
    Scythian's St Patrick's Day Pre-Party
    Thu, Mar 02
    Dayton
    Mar 02, 6:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    Scythian returns to get Dayton nation ready for St. Patrick's Day. Come out for an epic night of Irish cheer and mayhem!
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  • Dayton Battle of the Bands 2023 Finale
    Dayton Battle of the Bands 2023 Finale
    Sat, Mar 11
    Dayton
    Mar 11, 7:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    The Finale features the Top 6 acts from the Jan - Feb concert series! It's a don't miss event. Tickets and info available soon.
    Details
  • Dayton Dinner Theater: The Big Lebowski
    Dayton Dinner Theater: The Big Lebowski
    Sun, Mar 12
    Dayton
    Mar 12, 6:00 PM
    Dayton, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
    The Dude abides!
    Get Tickets
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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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