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From festivals to live music, find what’s going on right now in the heart of Fort Wayne.
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Fright Night 2026
Encounter something unusually spooky during the return of the 17th annual Fright Night, on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Art This Way Fest
This two-day festival will include an art fair, live art demonstrations, a large band stage with local and national performing arts, buskers, food trucks, mural dedications, kid-friendly events, and various partnerships with the businesses along Broadway.
Fall Monday Lunch Club
Created as a refreshing way to reset your week, The Monday Lunch Club offers a relaxed atmosphere for Downtown’s working professionals and residents. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated public space featuring outdoor seating, murals, rotating food trucks, live music, interactive games, a weekly putt-in-one contest, and more.
DTFW Summer Series: Night Market
The DTFW Summer Series—presented by Drive & Shine and Downtown Fort Wayne—is packed with summer fun for everyone, featuring the return of Lunch on the Square and two NEW exciting events: Movie Night and a Night Market.
DTFW Summer Series: Movie Night
The DTFW Summer Series—presented by Drive & Shine and Downtown Fort Wayne— is packed with summer fun for everyone, featuring the return of Lunch on the Square and two NEW exciting events: Movie Night and a Night Market.
DTFW Summer Series: Lunch on the Square
Lunch on the Square—now part of the DTFW Summer Series—returns for its 18th season in Downtown Fort Wayne. Take a break from the office or bring the family down to enjoy lunch at Freimann Square between 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM on select Thursdays beginning Thursday, June 4, and continuing through Thursday, July 30.
Spring Monday Lunch Club
Created as a refreshing way to reset your week, The Monday Lunch Club offers a relaxed atmosphere for Downtown’s working professionals and residents. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated public space featuring rotating food trucks, light entertainment, and more. It’s designed to complement—not compete with—local brick-and-mortar restaurants.
Ladies Night Out
Mark your calendars for our next Ladies Night Out on August 13! Enjoy a fun evening of shopping, dining, and deals during Ladies Night Out throughout the #DTFW district—with an optional shuttle to take you around town.
Celebrate Downtown
Join us for a celebration of the people, places, and partnerships that make Downtown Fort Wayne a great place to live, work, and play. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. This event is free, but space is limited, so please reserve your spot as soon as possible.