News and Press Releases

Downtown Fort Wayne Announces Riley Hollenbaugh as Executive Director

2026 Art This Way Fest Lineup Announced, Celebrating 10 Years of Public Art in Downtown Fort Wayne

Downtown Fort Wayne Launches New Website Built for Its Next Chapter

Downtown Fort Wayne and Art This Way bring Studio Giftig mural to The Landing

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Downtown Fort Wayne and Art This Way announce that internationally recognized artist duo Studio Giftig will create a large-scale mural at 206 Pearl Street on …

Downtown Fort Wayne Issues Statement Regarding Proposed Homeless Services Center

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – We thank the Mayor and City of Fort Wayne for their work to address homelessness in our community, and our organization will continue to advocate to the City on …

Celebrate Mother's Day the DTFW way—with the Downtown Favorites gift box & BOGO DTFW gift cards!

A little box with big heart, the Downtown Favorites gift box celebrates our community by showcasing local makers and small businesses that bring Downtown Fort Wayne to …

Celebrate Spring During Fort Wayne in Bloom: Garden Party Window Decorating Contest

Thanks for checking out the 2026 Fort Wayne Garden Party window display contest!

Art This Way Fest celebrates 10 years of vibrant public art, community connection, and cultural growth in Downtown Fort Wayne

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – In 2026, Art This Way, a program of Downtown Fort Wayne, proudly celebrates a decade of transforming Downtown through vibrant public art. Since its inception, …

Downtown Favorites Gift Box returns for Valentine’s Day

A little box with big heart, the Downtown Favorites gift box celebrates our community by showcasing local makers and small businesses that bring Downtown Fort Wayne to …

Downtown Fort Wayne Launches Expanded DORA District

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Downtown Fort Wayne, in partnership with the City of Fort Wayne, announced today the expansion of the Downtown Fort Wayne Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area …

“Give Local” With the Downtown Favorites Holiday Gift Box

A little box with big heart, the Downtown Favorites gift box celebrates our community by showcasing local makers and small businesses that bring Downtown Fort Wayne to …

HolidayFest Featuring the Night of Lights Kicks Off the Holiday Season in Downtown Fort Wayne

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – HolidayFest featuring the Night of Lights, presented by Lutheran Health Network and Downtown Fort Wayne, returns November 26 – December 31, 2025. This festive …