June 21, 2025 The Current on Middle Waves Middle Waves is back at Headwaters Park for another celebration of indie music, community, and funky summer fun. But the festival has evolved quite a bit since its origin in 2016. … Read More
May 30, 2025 What to Expect at This Year’s Lunch on the Square Lunch on the Square is entering its 17th season. The series returns to Freimann on June 5, beckoning al fresco diners to come together for some fresh air, Fort Wayne’s finest food … Read More
May 23, 2025 Your 2025 Guide to DORA This month, DTFW celebrated one full year of DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area)—and it’s been a huge success for establishments and patrons alike! Before planning your … Read More
May 15, 2025 Chef Spotlight: Chef Matthew from Tolon Tolon has made a name for itself in the local food community since opening up their 20-table restaurant in 2016. From its masterfully prepared dishes, to serving only the finest … Read More
May 6, 2025 Mother’s Day in DTFW Make this Mother's Day extra special! Downtown Fort Wayne has plenty to offer the beloved matriarchs in your life—from curated Mother’s Day gifts and experiences, to the best … Read More
November 3, 2023 Downtown Fort Wayne’s Coffee Shop Guide With winter and the holiday season rapidly approaching, it’s the perfect time to take a break and cozy up with a warm beverage. Luckily, Downtown Fort Wayne is home to some of the … Read More
November 2, 2023 HolidayFest Featuring the Night of Lights and Window Decorating Contest Kick Off the Holiday Season in Downtown Fort Wayne FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Experience the magic of the holidays in Downtown Fort Wayne with the return of HolidayFest featuring the Night of Lights, presented by TriCore and Downtown Fort … Read More
October 17, 2023 DTFW’s Top Takeaways From This Year’s International Downtown Association Conference In early October, the International Downtown Association (IDA) held its 69th Annual Conference & Marketplace in Chicago. The conference’s theme centered around Community, … Read More
October 11, 2023 These Public Spaces are Creating a Brighter, More Inviting Downtown Fort Wayne As a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, Krista Schwartz has been witness to the developing landscape of Downtown. Read More
October 5, 2023 Business Spotlight: Pure Movement Pilates Pure Movement is more than a pilates or fitness studio. It’s more like a community, with small, intimate classes, personalized lessons and regulars who keep coming back for more. … Read More
September 28, 2023 Bartender Spotlight: Nate Davoli of Tolon Fort Wayne is home to a budding craft cocktail scene—with local bartenders and establishments getting recognition on the national level. In this series, we’ll be highlighting some … Read More
September 19, 2023 What’s new at the 2023 Art Crawl: Alley Bash? Behind the murals and sculptures you see lining the alleys in Downtown Fort Wayne is Art This Way, a public art program focused on bringing large-scale, professional art … Read More
