Join us on Saturday, March 7, 2026, as the six winning bands from our playoff rounds compete for the Dayton Battle of the Bands championship. Not familiar with these bands? That's part of the excitement! This is your opportunity to explore new, local, and original music from Dayton's emerging artists. Each ticket grants you one vote to contribute to selecting the winner!

EVENT DETAILS:

📅 Saturday, March 7, 2026

📍 The Brightside (905 E 3rd St, Dayton)

🚪 Doors: 6pm (We cannot admit patrons earlier due to equipment load-in)

🎵 Show: 7pm (Arrive on time to catch all the bands!)

🎟️ Tickets: $15 advance / $20 at door

Advance purchase recommended!

Note: Ticket sales cover production costs and prizes—thank you for supporting local music!

GOOD TO KNOW:

✅ All ages welcome! (Under 18 requires adult supervision)

✅ Free parking available on both sides of the building

✅ Food truck on-site

✅ Bar available with non-alcoholic options and alcohol for 21+ with ID

✅ General admission seating/standing (no guaranteed tables)

❌ No outside food or alcohol

❌ Tickets are non-refundable (Can't make it? Forward to a friend or consider it a donation to Dayton's music scene!)

Ticket link - https://tickets.venuepilot.com/e/dayton-battle-of-the-bands-2026-finale-2026-03-07-the-brightside-music-event-venue-dayton-b892e6