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
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Encounter something unusually spooky during the return of the 14th annual Fright Night, presented by Flagstar Bank and Downtown Fort Wayne,
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
For over 200 years, South Calhoun Street has served as a bridge between Downtown Fort Wayne and the city’s southside. Of course, over two centuries,
Immigrants in Allen County contributed $1.9 billion to the county’s GDP ALLEN COUNTY, IN, September 8, 2023—A new report, New Americans in Allen County, released
Art This Way officially kicked off its annual Art Crawl back in 2017, and ever since, it’s been a hit with Fort Wayne’s local art
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Friends of the Rivers is hosting the annual Clean Drains Fest on Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Along Superior and the St. Mary’s River is a district known as The Thumb—where you’ll find revered restaurants, peaceful parks, fashionable flats, and so much
Art This Way, a program of Downtown Fort Wayne, will host the 2023 Art This Way Art Crawl: Alley Bash, presented by Downtown Fort Wayne
Summer is winding down, and with it Lunch on the Square is getting ready to wrap up its 15th season! Lunch on the Square has
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – In partnership with Amani Family Services, Greater Fort Wayne Inc., and Downtown Fort Wayne, the Gateways for Growth (G4G) Community Survey
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
Small businesses supporting each other is a beautiful thing. It builds community, it’s good for consumers, and it’s good for the local economy. It fights
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Live Large and Shop Small during the fourth annual Sidewalk Sale presented by Downtown Fort Wayne and ProFed Credit Union, August
Downtown Fort Wayne has just about anything you could ever want from a city. But right outside Downtown’s 99 blocks, you’ll find something a little
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. and FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Brightmark, a circular innovation company with a mission to Reimagine Waste, in strategic partnership with Downtown Fort Wayne,
Downtown Fort Wayne has enough summer music to fill your calendar to the brim. With most of the music events being free, your wallet will
Nestled in the heart of Downtown Fort Wayne, there’s a whole city block of experiences, hidden in plain sight: the enchanting Double Plus alleyway. Collaboration,
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Bill Blass would have been 101 years old today. In honor of his Blasstastic life, Bill Blass Legacy, Inc. will continue to
From a state-of-the-art baseball stadium to a whole new riverfront district, Downtown Fort Wayne has seen so many remarkable developments in just the last 15
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – A new survey focusing on community barriers to inclusion opened today to support future planning in partnership with Amani Family Services,
Like any vibrant downtown, Downtown Fort Wayne is a mix of old and new. The Embassy Theatre, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Elektron Building, Randall Building, Lincoln Bank Tower,
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
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Save the date! Art This Way, a program of Downtown Fort Wayne, is excited to announce the 2023 Art This Way
Lunch on the Square has been bringing people together for 14 years. It all started with a simple concept: provide an outdoor space for the
A photographer’s aspiration is to capture beauty. To tell entire stories, sometimes in a single image. Realizing that goal involves elaborate planning, exquisite timing, the
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Art This Way, a program of Downtown Fort Wayne, is excited to share that the designer of the Ukraine Sculpture is
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The third annual Fort Wayne in Bloom Window Decorating Contest wrapped up another successful year in Downtown Fort Wayne. The final
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Experience live music all summer with the return of the third annual summer concert series, Downtown Live, presented by Downtown Fort
Think of the flood of emotion you get from a brief glance at a childhood photo, when gazing at a photo of your child, or
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Lunch on the Square, presented by Downtown Fort Wayne and Edward Jones, will return for 14 consecutive weeks throughout the summer
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Experience local, regional, and national acts from musicians, fire dancers, living statues, magicians, jugglers, and more during BuskerFest, on Saturday, May
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Downtown Live!, a summer concert series by Downtown Fort Wayne, will move venue locations for the 2023 season to The TriCore
As little as fifteen years ago, there weren’t many living options in or near Downtown. Your choices were limited to the West Central neighborhood, a
Create new memories during Mother’s Day Weekend Downtown by supporting locally owned boutiques and restaurants, May 13-14, presented by Downtown Fort Wayne. To enter for
Spring has arrived in Fort Wayne. Flowers are blooming; wildlife is reappearing; and parks and trails are slowly filling with people eager to shake off
“We live in a time of renaissance…cities are coming back to life, after a long neglect.” When he said this, the Polish-American architect, Daniel
This Friday marks the Feast of Saint Patrick — Ireland’s biggest annual festival. In some cities there are five days of parades, pubs and people
Weather the Fort, presented by Downtown Fort Wayne and TriCore, brought a crowd of 5,200 plus attendees to The Landing on Saturday, February 18, from
The Parkview Field block of Jefferson has really transformed over the last several years. What was once referred to as “fast-food block” has been populated
Nine outstanding individuals were recently celebrated and recognized for their hard work and dedication throughout the community as part of a new Downtown Fort Wayne
From the mural-lined buildings to the Arts United Campus, Downtown Fort Wayne’s creative environment is unmistakable. It’s home to many different creative businesses, including marketing
Downtown Fort Wayne has been long awaiting the arrival of GK Cafe & Provisions—a sister company of GK Baked Goods and Junk Ditch Brewing Company.
Cinema Center is far more than a movie theater. It’s a community—a gathering place for people to explore art and humanity through film. And you
As Downtown Fort Wayne grows, you might be wondering what it’s like to live there. While there’s no substitute for actually moving to the city center,
Fort Wayne is home to a budding craft cocktail scene—with local bartenders competing in (and winning) contests on the national level. In this series, I’ll
Downtown Fort Wayne is pleased to announce that Weather the Fort will be added to the organization’s annual production list as the event undergoes a
We’ve all been counting down the days to Savor Fort Wayne, and it’s finally here—that magical time of year where local restaurants offer exclusive, multi-course
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, January 17, 2023 Contact: Alexandra Hall, Director of Art This Way, 260-417-5925 Alex@DowntownFortWayne.com Public Art Commission and Downtown Fort Wayne Celebrate the Ukraine
It’s a new year—a fresh start, full of possibilities. It’s a time to reflect upon personal goals and make plans for the year ahead.
MartinRiley is a special kind of architectural firm—one that marries exceptional design and superior engineering. Balancing artistic and functional design can be a difficult feat,
Ever since its redevelopment in 2018, The Landing has been one of Downtown’s most energetic destinations. Clustering together some of Fort Wayne’s most excellent eateries,
If you’re a Christmas fanatic, and you haven’t been to Miracle on Jefferson yet, you’re in for an epiphany. Miracle itself is a holiday experience
David Talbott Collection is a special kind of retail store; one that takes you back to a time when brick-and-mortar stores reigned supreme. I’m talking
For Immediate Release: Friday, December 16, 2022 Contact: Rick Zolman, Events & Programming Manager, 260-203-1521 Rick@DowntownFortWayne.com 2022 Holiday Window Decorating Contest Winners Announced
The season for giving is officially here. While some have been waiting all year to write out their holiday shopping list, others are procrastinating and
lo·ca·vore /ˈlōkəˌvôr/ noun : one who eats foods grown locally whenever possible “Eating local” is a popular pastime right now. It’s more than just
Cold weather is here, and there’s a lot to look forward to—sweaters, holidays, mugs full of hot beverages. But in my opinion, nothing warms the
The Gypsy Vault is a boutique tattoo shop tucked away in a carriage house, behind the historic Charles MacDougal House on Wayne Street. It’s been
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, November 2, 2022 Contact: Rick Zolman, Events & Programming Manager 260-420-3266 | Rick@DowntownFortWayne.com FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Shop Small all
It goes without saying that walking is good for you. Countless studies credit walking 30 minutes a day with a winding list of benefits, like
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, November 2, 2022 Contact: Rick Zolman, Events & Programming Manager 260-420-3266 | Rick@DowntownFortWayne.com FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Experience the
816 Pint & Slice – By-the-slice and American Classic 816 Pint & Slice settled in Downtown Fort Wayne back in 2007—several years before Downtown
Located on The Landing, House to Home is an ornamental oasis run by Emily Baker and Beth Stutzman. These self-proclaimed “mom bosses” are killing it
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, October 18, 2022 Contact: Preston Wallace, Director of Marketing, 260-203-1291 Preston@DowntownFortWayne.com FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Downtown Fort Wayne’s Clean &
Downtown Fort Wayne’s Business Spotlight: Meet Creative Cat! By Molly Conner Creative Cat is a small, energetic marketing agency nestled in the Macedonian Tribune
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, September 28, 2022 Contact: Alexandra Hall Director of Art This Way 260-417-5925 Alex@DowntownFortWayne.com Public Art Commission Unveils New Ukraine Sculpture
Art This Way Adds Vibrancy to the Urban Experience During the Art Crawl in Downtown Fort Wayne For Immediate Release: Monday, September 19, 2022 Contact: Alexandra
Fright Night Creeps Back into Downtown Fort Wayne For Immediate Release: Thursday, September 15, 2022 Contact: Preston Wallace, Director of Marketing, 260-203-1291 Preston@DowntownFortWayne.com FORT WAYNE,
PNC Plaza Expands Opportunities to Connect Community, Attract Visitors to Explore Art, Music, Food and Shopping in Downtown Fort Wayne New support from the Knight
Art This Way, a program of Downtown Fort Wayne, is hosting its annual Art Crawl fundraising event on Friday, September 23, 2022, from 5:00 –
Live Large and Shop Small during the third annual Sidewalk Sale on Friday, August 12, and Saturday, August 13, in Downtown Fort Wayne. Participating
Art This Way, a program of Downtown Fort Wayne, is excited to host a mural dedication event highlighting Warrior Breed Motorcycle Club’s contributions to the
Art This Way, a program of Downtown Fort Wayne, is proud to announce the artist team selected for the installation of a Unity Mural near
Art This Way, a program of Downtown Fort Wayne, reveals plans for a mural installation at The Sidecar designed by local artist Julie Wall.
By Preston Wallace | June 2, 2022 Fort Wayne’s favorite lunch and entertainment series, Lunch on the Square, returns to Downtown Fort Wayne for
Art This Way, a program of Downtown Fort Wayne, is thrilled to partner with Warrior Breed Motorcycle Club (MC) on a mural project highlighting Warrior
Downtown Fort Wayne and Art This Way are thrilled to announce the addition of six tactile signs at existing mural locations for the visually impaired.
Experience live music all summer long with the return of the second annual Downtown Live! concert series, presented by TriCore Logic and Downtown Fort Wayne.
The results are in! The second annual window decorating contest, Fort Wayne in Bloom, wraps up another successful year in Downtown Fort Wayne. Over 15
Lunch on the Square is back and better than ever for the 14th season in Downtown Fort Wayne! Take a break from the office
Celebrate the street performer and festival of the unexpected during the return of BuskerFest, May 21, in Downtown Fort Wayne. Experience the vibrancy of
Shop unique local boutiques and treat your loved ones to one of the many diverse restaurant options during Mother’s Day Weekend Downtown, May 6 –
Vote online for the People’s Choice Award for your favorite Fort Wayne in Bloom window display. Voting begins on Friday, April 15, and ends on
Unity Mural Application window has closed. Thank you for your interest in our program. Check back here for future open call opportunities. Unity-Themed Mural:
The results are in! The seventh annual Holiday Window Decorating Contest wraps up another successful year of spreading holiday cheer in Downtown Fort Wayne.
Live Large and Shop Small Every Saturday during The Days of Holly Shopping in Downtown Fort Wayne presented by your Downtown Improvement District. The Days of
There’s no better place to be for the holidays than Downtown Fort Wayne during the 2021 HolidayFest featuring the always popular, nostalgic Night of Lights presented by
Main Street’s New PNC Plaza to Connect Key Downtown Attractions. The Fort Wayne Downtown Improvement District announced today the addition of PNC Plaza, the
Your Downtown Improvement District is excited to announce the return of the second annual Downtown Fort Wayne Sidewalk Sale that will take place on Friday, August 13,
Your Downtown Improvement District is excited to introduce Downtown Live!, a series of free performances every Friday and Saturday evening in June, July, and August.
Downtown Fort Wayne is excited to announce that your favorite Downtown lunchtime event, Lunch on the Square, returns LIVE AND IN PERSON! We are excited
Now that we’re finally seeing April and May flowers, come celebrate Mother’s Day Downtown with Fort Wayne in Bloom, a spring window decorating contest in
Fort Wayne, Ind. –Live Large and Shop Small during Mother’s Day Weekend Downtown. On Friday, May 7th & Saturday May 8th, experience the many choices
Introducing the Downtown Discount How it works: Show your same-day receipt from any DTFW restaurant or retail shop listed at to the locations listed below
Downtown Improvement District and Art This Way, in partnership with the Fort Wayne Museum of Art, announce the winners of the Social Justice Advocacy Award
Partnership assisted local restaurants during COVID-19 pandemic by Downtown Improvement District of Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, Ind. – Waiter on the Way delivery sales skyrocketed following
Headwaters rink sets goal of opening Nov. 21 with tighter rules due to COVID-19 by Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly Under the balmy skies
Public Art Scene Flourishes During Pandemic by Julia Meek & WBOI In spite of the damper COVID-19 restrictions have placed on much of our local
Downtown Keeps 2020 Holly Shopping Safe And Jolly by Julia Meek and WBOI Fort Wayne’s Downtown Improvement District has found a creative way to keep
Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry announced that the City of Fort Wayne is working with the Downtown Improvement District (DID) to help local restaurants and