Discover a few of the amazing festivities and events happening in Fort Wayne in March.
Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show
February 26 - March 1 / Memorial Coliseum
Join the 53rd 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 7 / 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.
More events at Science Central in March:
- National Math Fest / March 7
- Groundwater Day / March 15
- Master Gardener Horticultural Day / March 21
- Science Fair Recognition Day / March 22
- Space Day / March 28
Fort Wayne Komets
March 11, 15, 27, 28 / 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 - Mechanical Mayhem
March 6 - 8 / Memorial Coliseum
Experience the thrill of the nation’s most competitive, 10,000-pound, wheelie-pulling, car-crushing Monster Trucks. This year, catch the Yoder Popcorn NTPA Championship Truck & Tractor Pull plus the Monster Trucks Competition!
Disney on Ice - Frozen & Encanto
March 7 - 8 / Memorial Coliseum
Feel the electric atmosphere as you're transported to Arendelle and the Madrigal family's Casita in a remix of your favorite Disney tunes and scenes!
The Great Train Connection
March 13 - 15 / 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 14 / 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!
Great Train Show
March 14 - 15 / Memorial Coliseum
If you're a model train enthusiast, you will not want to miss this national traveling show!

NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Quarterfinal & Semifinal Rounds
March 19 & 21 / Memorial Coliseum
See the best talent and teams in all of Division III on the road to the national championship. This exciting 2-day event, features 6 games and is hosted by Manchester University, the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, and Visit Fort Wayne. Get tickets online (fees apply) or at the Memorial Coliseum Ticket Office.
Cinderella Dress Day
March 22 / Memorial Coliseum
FREE to attend! Hear education topics for young women grades 7-12 such as safe dating, safe driving, the dangers of vaping, and more. followed by a prom boutique where she will receive a free dress, shoes, jewelry, hair and make up tutorials, alterations, and more!
Embassy Theatre Shows
Enjoy dazzling shows at the beautiful, historic Embassy Theatre this March.
- Killers of Kill Tony / Embassy Theatre, March 20
- Music of the Lion King / Embassy Theatre, March 21
- The Magical Music of Harry Potter In Concert / Embassy Theatre, March 21
Napoleonic War Garrison
March 21 / The Old Fort
Come talk to the soldiers about daily life and experience living history at The Old Fort with Napoleonic War Garrison.
Botanical Conservatory - Fern's Fairylight Express
Through April 12 / Botanical Conservatory
All aboard the Botanical Conservatory’s journey of discovery, imagination, and botanical wonder. This winter, step into a one-of-a-kind exhibit where the magic of model trains transports you to a whimsical world as part of an enchanting story by local Author/Illustrator, Talitha Shipman.
Glo Wild at the Fort Wayne Zoo
March 5 - May 31 / 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.
- Don McMillan / Summit City Comedy Club, March 3
- Carlos Mencia / Summit City Comedy Club, March 6
- Footloose / Arts United Center, March 7
- In the Next Room or the Vibrator Play / Arena Dinner Theatre, March 13
- Jason Salmon / Summit City Comedy Club, March 13
- Mojo Brookzz / Summit City Comedy Club, March 14
- Josh Firestine / Summit City Comedy Club, March 20
- Fort Wayne Ballet Family Series — Swan Princess / Fort Wayne Ballet, March 21
- Zac Townsend / Summit City Comedy Club, March 25
- Justin Stagner / Summit City Comedy Club, March 26
- Michael Blackson / Summit City Comedy Club, March 27
- The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show / Courtyard by Marriott Fort Wayne Downtown, March 28
- Jim Breuer: Find The Funny / Clyde Theatre, March 29
WinterJam26
March 26 / Memorial Coliseum
No pre-tickets required, just a $15 donation at the door to see some of the biggest names in Christian music for this annual, unforgettable night. This year’s lineup features Chris Tomlin, Matthew West, Katy Nichole, Hulvey, Disciple, Emerson Day, Newsong, and speaker Zane Black, with a Pre-Jam Party featuring Jeremy Rosado, Heath Brothers, and Cliff Preston.
Fort Wayne Rod & Customs Show
March 27 - 29 / 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:
- The 7th Voyage of Sinbad: Music of the Middle East / Fort Wayne Philharmonic, March 7
- THE RETURN OF THE KING - An Unrivaled Tribute to Elvis / Baker Street Centre, March 7
- Akropolis / Pearl Street Arts Center, March 12
- A Tribute to Pearl Jam with The Ledbetters / Clyde Theatre, March 14
- Music of Genesis & Phil Collins / PFW Music Center, March 14
- Sam Barber: The American Route Tour / Clyde Theatre, March 19
- Patriotic Sounds (Celebrating America 250) / PFW Music Center, March 21
- The Magical Music of Harry Potter In Concert / Embassy Theatre, March 21
- WinterJam26 / Memorial Coliseum, March 26
- DUKE TUMATOE TRIO / Baker Street Centre, March 28
Winter Farmers Markets
Saturdays through April 25
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.


