The Friends of Smith Gardens and the City of Oakwood are pleased to present the “2025 Blanket Concert Series”. The Series is a community favorite and this year’s schedule offers something for everyone. Bring your blanket and join us at Smith Gardens located in the 800 block of Oakwood Avenue at the corner of Walnut Lane. Parking is available on Oakwood Avenue, side streets and around the City Building. In case of rain, the concerts will be held at the Oakwood Community Center, 105 Patterson Road.
Madcap Puppets: Monsters of Baseball - Sunday, June 8, 2025 – 7:00 P.M.
A sign outside the ballpark reads "No Monsters Allowed!". However, all kinds of critters sneak into the baseball game to watch their favorite team, the Mudville Monsters! Chaos ensues! Enjoy this funny madcap show that proves there is room for everyone to enjoy America's favorite pastime. Bring the whole family to enjoy!
Madcap Puppets is based in Cincinnati, Ohio and is nationally recognized for engaging audiences through their original children’s theatre productions that include life size puppets. They work to entertain and educate children and adults.
NexDetour - Sunday, July 20, 2025 – 7:00 P.M.
Are there really only 3 people singing? YES! At times, you may even think you hear guitars and drums, but it is the versatile voices of a cappella power trio, NexDetour. Jim, Ryan and Scott have shared the stage with The Beach Boys and The Temptations. Their original and cover song repertoire is a rock, pop, soul and doo-wop tour though time that appeals to all ages. They have over 25 years experience weaving harmonies together and building fun, interactive, fully choreographed stage shows. Don’t miss NexDetour live! You won’t believe your ears.
NexDetour is a professional a cappella power trio that has a high energy, fully choreographed, interactive stage show and performs a rock, pop, soul and doo-wop tour though time repertoire appealing to all ages.
Different and the Same - Sunday, August 17, 2025 – 7:00 P.M.
Different and the Same is Dayton’s premier cover band. This husband and wife duo and friends are sure to play some of your favorite hits throughout the decades. They have played at different local venues such as Dayton Beer Company, Hidden Valley Orchards, Cornerstone Park Pavilion and More! Bring the whole family to dance along to this premier cover band through out the night!
These Events are Free!!
Location: Smith Gardens
Rain Location: Oakwood Community Center