Canal Days began in 1958 when a “Canal Boat” was brought to New Haven during the event. Throughout the years the festival has undergone many changes and adjustments, but has been held in the downtown area since 1987 and continues to draw crowds each year. The annual parade, and 5K race benefiting the New Haven High School Track program, are among the event highlights. Thoughout the event, enjoy traditional fair food, rides on the midway and an arts and crafts show.
Highlights from this year’s schedule of events include:
Friday, June 1
Car Show
Tuesday, June 5
Army Invades Schnelker Park
Wednesday, June 6
Karaoke Night
Teen Glow Dance
Thursday, June 7
Quilt Show
Movie Night
Friday, June 8
Senior Picnic
Saturday, June 9
Parade
Kids Day
Cornhole Tournament
The midway and vendors are open daily. Visit Canal Days online for a full schedule of events and times. Registration forms for the “Wellness 4 Everyone” 5K race, held Saturday, June 9, are available here. For more information on Canal Days visit the event website and join the Canal Days group on Facebook. New Haven is located just east of Fort Wayne, only a 12 minute drive from downtown.
