5 indoor activities that scream red, white and blue
By Kamron Taylor, Staff
Thinking it’s going to rain on your parade? Think again! There’s still plenty to do on the 4th of July, even if it rains. You might not even have to miss the fireworks!
Whip out this list if you find yourself rained out this weekend.
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1. Hit the Bar!
You’ve seen our comprehensive lists, including awesome places to get a drink in Dayton (ahem, summer cocktails or a local craft brew, anyone?). If you’re rained in, venture out to one of ‘em -- here are a few we know will be open. Be sure to bring your red, white and blue!
Celebrate the 2-year anniversary of Lily’s Bistro at their 4th of July BBQ
Straight from the grill, for your enjoyment:
- Slow cooked BBQ pulled pork – eat it with a fork or on a bun with handmade dill pickles and cole slaw.
- Brats and Dogs on fresh buns from Ashley’s Bakery, with an array of traditional toppings
- Portabella burger
- Grilled fresh corn in the husk
WHEN: July 4th, 2015
WHERE: Lily’s Bistro, 329 E. 5th St., Dayton
INFO: (937) 723-7637| Website | FacebookLooking for some other favorite bars open on the Fourth? Here ya go:
Timothy’s Bar and Grill
WHERE: 1818 Brown St., Dayton
INFO: (937) 222-7666 | Website |FacebookTanks Bar and Grill
WHERE: 2033 Wayne Ave., Dayton
INFO: (937) 252-2249 | Website |FacebookTrolley Stop
WHERE: 530 E. 5th St., Dayton
INFO: (937) 461-1101 | Website | FacebookLucky’s Taproom and Eatery
WHERE: 20 E. 5th St., Dayton
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2. Go to the Arcade
Fourth of July at Scene 75
From 11 a.m. until 1 a.m., Scene 75 is celebrating the Fourth of July with 130 arcade games, 13 attractions, a bar and grill and some of the best entertainment in Dayton.
WHEN: 11 a.m.-1 a.m. July 4
WHERE: Scene 75, 6196 Poe Ave., Vandalia
COST: Standard gaming fees apply. If you purchase a $50 or $75 game card, enjoy $5 or $10 in free arcade game play and also take a spin on the Winner's Wheel. Every spin will win a patriotic-themed prize. Contact Scene75's party office for more information.
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3. Explore the Museum
Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
It’s raining, but you still want to see fireworks? The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery is presenting Dayton's best indoor fireworks in the Planetarium. It’s an indoor-outdoor event that can easily keep you dry.
Other features include:
- Face Painting & Temporary Tattoos
- Photo Ops with Rexie the T-Rex & Uncle Sam
- Membership Games & Give Aways
- Indoor Fireworks in the Museum's Planetarium
- Explosive Outdoor Science Shows
- Sensory Activities for Young Explorers
- Ben Franklin's DO Lab
- Outdoor Rockets
- Outdoor Live Animal Shows
- Featured, Themed Pieces from the Museum's Collections
WHEN: July 4
WHERE: Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, 2600 DeWeese Parkway, Dayton
COST: Children (3-16) $10, Seniors (60+) $11, Adults $13, Children under 3 & members are free
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4. Run to a Flea Market
Get an awesome deal on Fourth of July merchandise at one of your local flea markets. They’re open rain or shine!
Some of our favorites:
Traders World
WHEN: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 4
WHERE: Traders World, 601 Union Road, Lebanon
INFO: (513) 424-5708 or (513) 424-5709 | Website |FacebookTreasure Aisles
WHEN: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 4 (rain or shine)
WHERE: Treasure Aisles, 320 N. Garver Road, Monroe
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5. Appreciate Fine Art
Call to Duty: World War Posters & Tears of Stone
It’s happening at the Dayton Art Institute. Celebrate American history with a look at more than 70 original posters from World War I and World War II, by such greats of American illustration as Norman Rockwell, James Montgomery Flagg and Howard Chandler Christy—all in celebration of the 100th anniversary of World War I (1914–1918), as well as the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II.
WHEN: July 4 2015
WHERE: Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N., Dayton,
COST: Youth (7-17) $6, Seniors (60+) $11, Adults $14, Children 6 and under and members are free
INFO: (937) 275-7431 | Website | Facebook