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Featured Stories
There's so much to do in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Here are some of our top posts to make the most of your visit.
Best Events in Fort Wayne, Indiana this September
Fall is just around the corner, and Fort Wayne is getting into the spirit with great events and festivals! These are just a few of the festivities happening in Fort Wayne in September. For a complete list of events, browse the Visit Fort Wayne Calendar of…
The "Best Of" Fort Wayne
8 Best Fall Photo Spots in Fort Wayne
You don't have to be a professional photographer to appreciate the beauty of golden hour…
Fort Wayne, Indiana Fall Bucket List
As the temperatures cool, and the leaves start to change colors, it’s a great time to enjoy a…
Johnny Appleseed Festival - A Long-Standing Fort Wayne Tradition
The Johnny Appleseed Festival is a long-standing tradition in Fort Wayne. Year after year, families…
Johnny Appleseed Festival Food Guide
The air glistens with the smell of apples and German roasted almonds. You can hear in the distances…
Your Fort Wayne, Indiana Fall Festival Preview
Fort Wayne, Indiana is known for our festivals. Almost every weekend from June to August you can…
Free Things to Do in Fort Wayne, Indiana This Fall
Looking for an affordable weekend getaway with the family in the Midwest? Fort Wayne, Indiana is a…
Festivals & Special Events
There is so much to do in Fort Wayne any time of year!
Top 10 Things to Do at the Johnny Appleseed Festival
There’s just something about Fort Wayne in September that makes autumn a wonderful season. One of the best parts…
History Abounds at Johnny Appleseed Festival
Johnny Appleseed Festival Food Guide
Locally Loved
Get inspiration & insider tips from the people who know Fort Wayne best
Locally Loved: Paris McFarthing, Co-Owner of Hop River Brewing Company
A big part of any brewery scene is the community that it brings together. Fort Wayne’s brewery…
Last Minute Holiday Shopping in Fort Wayne, Indiana
The holidays are quickly approaching, and with the season comes a scramble to find gifts that are just right…
Locally Loved: Jasmine Jennings, Influencer and Dancer
Jasmine is a Fort Wayne native who has gained nearly 3 million followers by spreading joy and positivity…
Locally Loved: Cara Hall, Owner of Fort Wayne Outfitters
There is no one more in the know about Fort Wayne’s riverfront and river activities than Cara Hall…
Locally Loved: Lorelei Verlee, Creator of Creative Women of the World
At the core of Creative Women of the World, a boutique in downtown Fort Wayne, is the desire to build strong…
Locally Loved: Stephanie Burton, Fort Wayne Painter
Art runs deep in Stephanie Burton’s life. Her mother has been involved with Fort Wayne’s arts…
Locally Loved: Eliana Mason, Goalball Paralympic Athlete
Fort Wayne is a community with a big heart. From the support of Turnstone, a local organization creating…
Locally Loved: Renee Stoffel, Design Manager at Vera Bradley
An icon of the travel and handbag industry and a homegrown favorite, Vera Bradley is a leader in creating…