Savor Fort Wayne Starts Today!
Savor Fort Wayne allows diners to take advantage of multi-course, value-priced menus at some of Fort Wayne’s best restaurants each year in January for 12 days. To join in, simply review the list of participating restaurants and menus, determine where you want to dine, make reservations if necessary and enjoy a three-course, value-priced meal. No coupons or passes are needed to participate.
See the full list of restaurants, menus, and more at VisitFortWayne.com/Savor
Metrics that Matter
Thank you to everyone who has registered for the Destination Uplift Marketing Training Series! If you haven't registered yet, there is still time to join January's session: Metrics that Matter.
Don't get lost in a sea of data! This results-oriented workshop will demystify Google Analytics 4 (GA4) and reveal the essential metrics that truly matter for your small business. Discover how to pinpoint your most valuable geographic locations for targeted advertising campaigns. Uncover your top-performing content to inform future strategies. Analyze traffic sources to understand where your visitors are coming from. And learn how to track the effectiveness of your paid campaigns using UTM codes. By the end of this session, your partners will be empowered to make data-driven decisions that drive real growth for your business.
Don’t miss this valuable digital marketing education webinar. You can register for this session—and the upcoming ones—using the button below.
Tuesday, January 20 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: FREE
The Power of Tourism and Hospitality Awards Luncheon
Thursday, May 7th 11:00am to 1:30pm
Grand Wayne Convention Center
Join us for an incredible program, outstanding awards, and delicious lunch as we celebrate the Power of Tourism. At the Power of Tourism and Hospitality Awards Luncheon, we will celebrate Sports Tourism and Investment as one of the driving forces of Fort Wayne and Allen County’s vibrant visitor economy, drawing thousands of athletes, families, and fans from across the world.
Submit Your Nominations!
We invite you to nominate someone working in the hospitality industry for a Hospitality Award—an individual who exemplifies excellence in local hospitality and tourism. Recognizing these individuals and businesses is vital, as their hard work, dedication, and passion make them the first point of reference for millions of visitors experiencing our community each year. Submit your nomination before March 9, 2026.
Submit your 2026 Events
A new year is here, and we’re excited to see what your businesses and attractions have in store for 2026! Submit your upcoming events to our Calendar of Events to help them reach residents and visitors alike.
By submitting your event in just one place below, you are eligible to be featured on the following calendars where applicable: Current Fort Wayne (the community’s comprehensive Calendar of Events), Visit Fort Wayne's Calendar of Events (featuring events of interest to visitors), Arts United's Calendar of Events (featuring events that are arts-related), and Downtown Fort Wayne's Calendar of Events (featuring events that are downtown).
Get Your NCAA Basketball Tickets!
Don't miss your chance to experience the 2026 NCAA Division III Men's Basketball Quarterfinal & Semifinal Rounds in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on March 19 & 21, 2026! Be there to witness NCAA history live at the Memorial Coliseum!
Now through Thursday, January 15th get the best deal of the season with All-Session Tickets at just $25 for all 6 games! Only $15 for child and senior tickets.
Get your tickets online (fees apply) or in person at the Memorial Coliseum ticket office.
Thursday, March 19, 2026 - Quarterfinal Games (4 games total)
Session #1 - 1:00pm and 30 minutes after first game
Session #2 - 6:30pm and 30 minutes after first game
Saturday, March 21, 2026 - National Semifinals (2 games total)
Game 1 - 5:30PM
Game 2 - 30 minutes following first game
Research Roundup
October was a big year for leisure and group business to Allen County and 2026 has it on the books to be even bigger. October saw the highest hotel occupancy for the year thanks in part to big events like the World ParaVolley Sitting Volleyball World Cup.
This event brought visitors from all over the world to Fort Wayne to compete and watch the competition at Turnstone. One of the benefits of hosting an event of this caliber is the increased international recognition that Fort Wayne is now receiving as an accessible destination. Take a look at TravelAbility's recently published article highlighting Fort Wayne's accessibility during the games and as an overall community to see how the efforts in this demographic are supporting our tourism industry: Hosting Para Events — Learning from Fort Wayne's Success.
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