Discover a few of the amazing festivities and events happening in Fort Wayne in March. For a complete list of events, browse the Visit Fort Wayne Calendar of Events.
Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show
February 28 - March 2 / Memorial Coliseum
Join the 5nd annual Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show to see the latest in contemporary home and garden products and services. With more than 650 exhibitors each year you’ll find all the inspiration and help you need to start your next home project!
Science Central - Doctor's Day
March 1 / Science Central
Doctor’s Day is a hands-on health career fair for children featuring medical and wellness demonstrations throughout the day plus giveaways and hands on activities.
Fort Wayne Komets
March 1, 9, 29 / 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.
Full Throttle Monster Trucks
March 7 / Memorial Coliseum
Experience the thrill of the nation’s most competitive, 10,000-pound, wheelie-pulling, car-crushing Monster Trucks. Attendees are encouraged to come early for the pre-show pit party at no additional cost.
Disney on Ice - Let's Dance
March 13 - 16 / Memorial Coliseum
Feel the electric atmosphere as Mickey and his pals remix favorite Disney tunes into colorful worlds!
The Great Train Connection
March 14 - 16 / Botanical Conservatory
Put on your conductor hat and step into the world of miniature trains. Watch them wind through tiny cities and lush landscapes. Develop a greater appreciation and understanding of the history that trains have played in the development of Fort Wayne and today as we know it.
Firefighters Get Green Fest
March 15 / Downtown Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne’s family friendly St. Patrick’s Day festival invites you to join the fun with a “River Greening” of the St Marys River (tinted with vegetable dye), a “5-Kilt” Run/Walk, live music, a gold hunt, a lucky charms eating contest, food, drinks, and more!
NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Championships
March 20 & 22 / Memorial Coliseum
See the best talent and teams in all of Division III battle for a national championship. This exciting 2-day event, features 3 games and is hosted by Manchester University, the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, and Visit Fort Wayne.
Ballet Russe Reimagined 1
March 21 - 22 / Pearl Street Arts Center
Enter one of ballet’s most fascinating periods with the Fort Wayne Ballet, including two iconic pieces: Rite of Spring and Les Sylphides.
Midwest Motorcycle & Powersports Expo
March 21 - 23 / Memorial Coliseum
Attendees will have the opportunity to explore and purchase the latest motorcycle and powersports models from their favorite local OEM dealerships at this first annual expo.
Spring Celebration
March 22 / Promenade Park
Celebrate the start of spring in Promenade Park by exploring various cultural traditions from around the world with food trucks, live music, informational tables, a plant walk with special prizes, and crafts to enjoy throughout the park. All park activities are free.
Embassy Theatre Shows
Enjoy dazzling shows at the beautiful, historic Embassy Theatre this March.
- The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight / March 5
- Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners: American As It Gets Tour / March 7
- Dog Man The Musical / March 13
- Danae Hays: The First Time Tour / March 14
- Sal Vulcano: Everything's Fine Tour / March 28
- Nurse John The Short Staffed Tour / March 29
Events at The Old Fort
March 1 & 29 / Old Fort
Experience living history at The Old Fort with Revolutionary War Garrison on March 1 and the Civil War Garrison on March 29.
Botanical Conservatory - Floor is Lava Exhibit
Through April 6 / Botanical Conservatory
Experience the daring feats of your favorite childhood game at the hottest garden around! This winter, don't miss your landing, as you navigate a challenging set of obstacles for all ages and abilities. Fiery hues of reds and oranges flood the challenge course amidst towering tropical plants under the shadows of a roaring volcano. Don't fall in -- the FLOOR IS LAVA!
Glo Wild at the Fort Wayne Zoo
March 27 - May 26 / Fort Wayne Zoo
Don’t miss your opportunity to see the Zoo transform into a wild and wonderful night-time lantern festival. Step into a land of glowing landscapes and stand toe to toe with towering animals in larger-than-life 3D lantern displays. This is a special ticketed event, so take a look at the Zoo's calendar events ahead of time to plan your visit.
Theater Performances & Live Shows
Enjoy performing arts and comedy shows this March.
- Preacher Lawson / Summit City Comedy Club, March 1
- Chris Munch / Summit City Comedy Club, March 4
- Anything Goes / Three Rivers Music Theatre, March 7
- Tin Foil Hat / Summit City Comedy Club, March 7
- Walk Two Moons / Arts United - Parkview Physicians Group Artslab, March 7
- AJ Wilkerson / Summit City Comedy Club, March 8
- Brian Posehn / Summit City Comedy Club, March 13
- Dog Man The Musical / Embassy Theatre, March 13
- I Hate Hamlet / Arena Dinner Theatre, March 14
- Danae Hays: The First Time Tour / Embassy Theatre, March 14
- Darci Lynne / Summit City Comedy Club, March 15
- Becky Robinson: Members Only Tour / Clyde Theatre, March 16
- Ahren Belisle and Friends / Summit City Comedy Club, March 20
- Sal Vulcano: Everything's Fine Tour / Embassy Theatre, March 28
- Nurse John The Short Staffed Tour / Embassy Theatre, March 29
Fort Wayne Rod & Customs Show
March 28 - 30 / Memorial Coliseum
Experience the thrill of automotive excellence showcasing over 200 extraordinary hot rods and custom cars from across the nation.
Concerts
March is full of great music! Here are a few shows to check out this month:
- Pyromania: The Def Leppard Experience / Clyde Theatre, March 1
- The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight / Embassy Theatre, March 5
- Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners: American As It Gets Tour / March 7
- Brooklyn Charmers - The Music of Steely Dan / Baker Street Centre, March 8
- Fanfare for the Common Man - Fort Wayne Philharmonic / Auer Performance Hall, March 8
- Stories in Music - Carnival of the Animals - Fort Wayne Philharmonic / Jorgensen Family YMCA, March 11
- District 97 / Sweetwater Sound, March 15
- Let's Sing Taylor - A Live Band Experience / Clyde Theatre, March 15
- The Sound of Innovation - Fort Wayne Philharmonic / GE Club at Electric Works, March 15
- Exotic Discoveries - Fort Wayne Philharmonic / The History Center, March 19
- Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra / Auer Performance Hall, March 22
- Exotic Discoveries - Fort Wayne Philharmonic / Rhinehart Recital Hall, March 23
- The Music of Harry Potter - Fort Wayne Philharmonic / Auer Performance Hall, March 29
Fort Wayne Zoo Opens for the 2025 Season
March 28 / Fort Wayne Zoo
Kick off the season at the Fort Wayne Zoo! Take a look at their ticket calendar to plan your visit ahead of time.
Winter Farmers Markets
Saturdays through April 26
Enjoy a Saturday morning shopping for fresh produce, a wide variety of organic fruits and vegetables, hand made jewelry and crafts, local artwork, and more! While you're in the shopping mood, check out Misfits Market at East Ende Eclectic every Saturday.
