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 vendors, and a selection of the community’s best musical performers. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned regular, here’s what you can expect from this year’s Lunch on the Square!
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 next DORA outing, here are some things to know (and place to go)!
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Contact: Preston Wallace, Director of Marketing, 260-203-1291 Preston@DowntownFortWayne.com FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Lunch on the
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 seasonal ingredients, it’s easy to understand how they’ve grown in popularity. But for Chef Matthew Nolot, it’s more than just a restaurant. It’s a way of life.
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 dining spots for an unforgettable brunch and memory-making.
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Downtown Fort Wayne is excited to announce a new outdoor seating pilot project along the Broadway
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Downtown Fort Wayne will come alive with vibrant street performances on Saturday, May 17, 2025, as BuskerFest, presented
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 life—perfectly packaged for gifting and spreading local love.
This year, for Earth Day, the Clean & Green team is celebrating with a rebrand and an expansion that keeps their passionate, community-centered outreach front and center. Here’s everything you need to know about Clean & Safe!
Check out DTFW’s spring and summer festival guide, and don’t forget to save the dates!
Voting for your favorite Soaring Into Spring window display has concluded. Thanks to everyone who voted. The People’s Choice winners are:
What can you expect from the TinCaps’ 2025 season? We spoke with the TinCaps’ John Nolan to get the 4-1-1.
In January, Downtown Fort Wayne honored another round of Unsung Heroes at its annual Celebrate Downtown ceremony. Get to know Scott Pepper—one of DTFW’s 2025 Unsung Heroes!
Spring has sprung, and so have airline prices. If you’re among the many on a budget this spring break, don’t fret! Staying in town doesn’t mean you have to skip out on any of the fun. Downtown Fort Wayne’s 99 blocks are the perfect destination for a staycation that’s worthy of the memory books.
In January, Downtown Fort Wayne honored another round of Unsung Heroes at its annual Celebrate Downtown ceremony. Get to know Debbie Demeritt—one of DTFW’s 2025 Unsung Heroes!
The Studio at Main offers a variety of equipment and technology for makers at all stages of learning. And since The Studio is a free community resource, it lowers barriers to entry for beginners and dabblers.
Pontiac Street Market is a community within a community. It’s not just a place to get your groceries or grab your lunch. The market hosts free events all year round. If all this wasn’t enough, the Pontiac Street Market is now offering free grocery delivery to anyone within the Fort Wayne city limits—making food access even easier, no matter what side of town you live.
Artist Call For Mural at The Riverfront at Promenade Park FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Art This Way and Downtown Fort
This year, the Grand Wayne Convention Center celebrates 40 remarkable years of service. What began in 1985 as a hopeful endeavor by city leaders to give Downtown a “boost,” has since racked up multiple national awards, brightened our cityscape, and brought millions of dollars to the local economy each year.
In Part One of this series, we spoke with some of DTFW’s top marketing experts to gather their advice for adopting a hybrid commerce model. In Part Two, we’re getting some advice from a local success story — Visit Fort Wayne.
Ever since its inception in 1934, the Fort Wayne Youtheatre has been a place for young people to express themselves—nurturing talent and creativity for thousands of local artists.
The end of January has an energy all its own. People are waking from the haze of the holidays. The glimmer of a new year is starting to wane. We’re slowly inching back into our usual routines, all while fighting the remaining cold months of winter. We could all use something to look forward to.
Enter, Savor Fort Wayne—every local foodie’s favorite time of the year.
2024 was a busy year for Downtown Fort Wayne—from a calendar full of memory-making events to the launch of DORA. It was a year filled with new milestones, community partnerships, challenges, and of course, accomplishments.
Here are some of the DTFW team’s proudest moments!
The digital landscape for small businesses is ever evolving. And arguably, no industry has seen more change than the retail sector. Going “hybrid” (digitally speaking) offers the best of both worlds. You can still provide a curated, in-person shopping experience, while allowing folks with busy schedules to shop your selection “on-demand.”
