The Deeds Carillon illuminated for the holidays. An awesome spectacle and an awesomely short-lived road side attraction!

The Deeds Carillon, the largest carillon in Ohio had been transformed into the shape of a holiday tree towering 200 feet in the air and glowing with 20,000 white lights.

The plan was for the Carillon Tree of Light to be turned on nightly through New Year’s Day and be accompanied by the bells playing a medley of holiday classics on the hour.

I went on Sunday night and stood in wonderment of the melodic bells and the strands of light enhancing the already majestic silhouette of the carillon.

Overnight, wind gusts in excess of 40 or even 50 miles per hour damaged many of the strands of light. By morning, the damage was such that the display was beyond repair and will now be taken down for the year.

Quite a whirlwind tale for the inaugural lighting of the the Deeds Carillon.

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Marriott at the University of Dayton

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Daoud

P8,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 16 - Jan 17, 2026

Tru by Hilton Beavercreek Dayton

10.4 km from University Park

Ellen

P5,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dayton Southwest by IHG

2.1 km from University Park

Sedat

P5,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 30 - Dec 31

Days Inn by Wyndham Englewood Dayton Airport

16 km from University Park

Tammy

P4,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Suites Dayton-Wright Patterson

7.7 km from University Park

Brett

P5,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Dayton - Fairborn

10.9 km from University Park

Nischal

P4,448 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Dayton - Vandalia

12.5 km from University Park

Jason

P6,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairborn Wright-Patterson

11.1 km from University Park

Colin Stuart

P5,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Xenia Dayton

19.6 km from University Park

Tim

P7,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Dayton Downtown

Downtown Dayton, 3.1 km from University Park

James D

P7,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

Mills Park Hotel

26.2 km from University Park

Joseph

P11,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 28 - Dec 29

Tru by Hilton Huber Heights

16.1 km from University Park

Darla

P5,556 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Dayton-Centerville by IHG

10.7 km from University Park

Debra

P5,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Fairborn South, OH

9.9 km from University Park

carol

P5,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Staybridge Suites Miamisburg by IHG

15.8 km from University Park

Todd

P8,076 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Beavercreek

11.2 km from University Park

Lewis F

P5,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026

Hampton Inn Dayton/Huber Heights

15 km from University Park

Cecilia

P6,117 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Dayton/Centerville

10.4 km from University Park

Paula

P7,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North

11.8 km from University Park

Karla

P6,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Dayton South/Mall

Shanersville, 12.1 km from University Park

Tony

P5,475 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 29 - Dec 30

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Where to stay in University Park

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Dayton which includes kayaking or canoeing and a lake or waterhole as well as a small group of people

Downtown Dayton

Unique features of Downtown Dayton include the theaters and bars. Make a stop by Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center or Victoria Theater while you're exploring the area.

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Oregon District

Oregon District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Oregon Park and Belle of Dayton Distillery.

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South Park

South Park might not have many top sights, but America's Packard Museum and Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Belmont

While there might not be top attractions in Belmont, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fraze Pavillion and Carillon Historical Park.

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Murlin Heights

If you're spending time in Murlin Heights, you might enjoy its restaurants and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Scene75 Entertainment Center or Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway.

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Marriott at the University of Dayton

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AC Hotel by Marriott Dayton

10/10 Excellent

"Yes the room was perfect. Your staff went above and beyond. Just so very nice and pleasant. The Valet's were so kind and friendly too. We had a wonderful stay. Thank you. Can I just say one thing. The food was served cold (waffles), with frozen butter on top that could not melt. It was not good at all. My husband an I just got the waffles and a coffee and a diet coke for $30.00, which we thought was a little much for 2 waffles. I am sorry to tell you that. We did not send it back as we do not like to embarrass anyone at all. "

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What's it like in University Park?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting Dayton's University Park neighborhood. Are you looking for University Park travel tips? Be sure to check out Carillon Historical Park and Baujan Field while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in University Park?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Marriott at the University of Dayton is the highest ranked property in University Park. This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from University of Dayton, and it offers a restaurant and an indoor pool.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in University Park.

What is there to do in this Dayton neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of University Park with a visit to Carillon Historical Park and Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum. A visit to Baujan Field is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. University of Dayton Arena, Calvary Cemetery, and America's Packard Museum are just a few of the places to visit in and around University Park. While you're out sightseeing in Dayton, be sure to visit other sights like Oregon Park or Dayton Theatre Guild.

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