These are just a few of the great events happening in Fort Wayne in January. For a complete list of events, browse the Visit Fort Wayne Calendar of Events. 

Discover Savor Fort Wayne Restaurant Week Deals in January

Harlem Globetrotters 2026 World Tour

January 3 / Memorial Coliseum
Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters global tour as they take the court with moments of extreme basketball innovation and unparalleled fan FUN.

All American Outdoor Expo

January 9 - 11 / Memorial Coliseum
An outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Find gear for fishing, hunting, and outdoor cooking, plus boats and ATVs, as well as patio, deck, lake and cabin lifestyles, and so much more! And new this year, featuring the Midwest Recreation Expo and the Midwest Motorcycle & Powersports Expo! 

Theater Shows in January

Don't miss out on this big lineup of theater shows happening in Fort Wayne this month:

Winter Bridal Spectacular

January 4 / Memorial Coliseum
Visit Northern Indiana's Premier Bridal Show featuring top wedding specialists to find everything you need to plan your perfect day under one roof, including prizes and samples.

Komet Hockey

Fort Wayne Komets

January 9, 11, 14, 16, 17, and 31 / Memorial Coliseum
Join the jungle and cheer on the Fort Wayne Komets this month! Grab your tickets and head to the Memorial Coliseum for winter sports action.

Botanical Garden Exhibit - Fern's Fairylight Express

Through April 12 / Botanical ConservatoryThis winter, step into a one-of-a-kind exhibit where the magic of model trains transports you to a whimsical world called Fairy Glen as part of an enchanting story by local Author/Illustrator, Talitha Shipman.

Fort Wayne Farm Show

January 13 - 15 / Memorial Coliseum
The 2026 Fort Wayne Farm Show will offer 1,100 booths! Exhibitors present the latest farm technology the industry has to offer, along with the area's largest variety of farm machinery equipment, in one location. 

A full table of Italian food, including Pizza, salad, appetizers, and dessert. At Giordano's in Fort Wayne
Savor Fort Wayne

January 14 - 25 / Participating Fort Wayne Restaurants
Savor Fort Wayne returns in 2026 with 12 delicious days of menu deals! Discover special three-course deals at participating restaurants all over town.

 

Winterval Carriage Ride

Winterval & Winter Cozy

January 24 / Throughout Fort Wayne
Celebrate winter downtown with a day of family-friendly indoor and outdoor activities! Watch ice carvers create wonders from a solid block of ice, shop an outdoor market, take a carriage ride and enjoy special events at Promenade Park, the Botanical Conservatory, the Old Fort, the Allen County Public Library, Science Central, Fort Wayne Curling Club, the Community Center, and more. Later that night, head over to Winter Cozy and warm up inside the Promenade Park Pavilion with hot cocoa, s'mores, and food and beverages from Ted's Snack Bar. Free and open to all ages!

Nouvelle Annee

January 24 / The Old Fort
Experience reenactments of French Soldiers, civilians, and Native American Allies to see what life was like at the Fort in the 1700s.

A man browses an RV setup at the RV & Camping Show, coming soon to the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne.

Fort Wayne RV & Camping Show

January 29 - February 1 / Memorial Coliseum
Shop in indoor comfort and see hundreds of new RVs on display, including the best travel trailers, motorhomes, fifth wheels, and more—with exciting clearance specials.

January Concerts

Headwaters Park Ice Skating
Headwaters Park Ice Skating

Through February 22 / Headwaters Park
Glide and twirl into 2026 with outdoor ice skating at Headwaters Park! Grab your skates or rent a pair at the rink and hit the ice all winter long.

KABLAM! The Impact of Cartoons and Comics on Art

Through February 15 / Fort Wayne Museum of Art
This exhibition looks at how the art form of cartoons and comics in book and strip form have inspired art through their eye-catching style, color, composition, and storytelling methods.

Comedy Performances

Stay warm as you laugh your way through January with a few of these comedy performances:

Winter Farmers Markets