Near the Main Terminal security checkpoints, Dayton Marketplace anchors the central retail strip for last-minute buys. The shop sits airside after TSA, so you don’t have to backtrack from your gate in the Main Terminal. Think of it as the catch‑all stop between clearing security and heading toward the concourses.
Dayton Marketplace runs through the main flight banks, typically opening early enough for morning departures and staying open into the evening rush. Expect standard airport pricing: snacks and drinks a bit higher than street level, but still cheaper than what you’ll pay onboard. It’s the spot to grab bottled water, chips, or candy before a regional jet with limited service.
Shelves carry branded Dayton and Ohio items, from logo T‑shirts to mugs and magnets, plus basic travel essentials like phone chargers and neck pillows. If your charger dies at gate B in the Main Terminal and you don’t want to gamble on inflight power working, this is the place to fix it. Cards and small gifts help cover missed birthdays when you’re flying through DAY on short notice.
One practical move: stop here right after security in the Main Terminal, stock up on water and a snack, then walk straight to your gate without doubling back through crowds later.