Enjoy the Best Events in Fort Wayne This September
Fort Wayne TinCaps
September 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 / Parkview Field
Cheer on the Fort Wayne TinCaps in their final games of the regular season! Grab your tickets—starting at just $6—and enjoy one of the best Minor League Baseball Experiences in the country.
Fort Wayne Arts Festival
September 7 - 8 / Jefferson Pointe
Browse the juried, outdoor show at Jefferson Pointe Arts Festival! The show features more than 40 local and regional fine artists specializing in mediums including wood, glass, clay, fiber, oil/acrylic, watercolor, printmaking, sculpture, jewelry, assemblage, encaustic, photography/digital, drawing, and mixed media.
Brewed IN the Fort Craft Beer Fest
September 7 / Headwaters Park
Adults 21+ are invited to the annual Brewed IN the Fort Craft Beer Festival, celebrating locally crafted beers, ciders, food, and entertainment!
West Central Home & Garden Tour
September 7 - 8 / West Central Neighborhood
Purchase a ticket here to tour gorgeous, historic homes and other buildings from the 19th and 20th centuries. ArtsFest, happening in conjunction with the Home & Garden Tour, is free to the public, featuring artists and exhibitors, live music Saturday evening, and food trucks all weekend long.
Korea Festival Fort Wayne
September 7 / Purdue Fort Wayne Music Center
Share the rich culture and intricacies of Korea at the Korea Festival Fort Wayne through Korean arts, culture, food, and history.
Be a Tourist in Your Own Hometown
September 8 / Downtown Fort Wayne
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Be a Tourist in Your Own Hometown! Visit 25 Fort Wayne museums and attractions for FREE on Sunday, September 8 from Noon–5 pm. Starting August 14, pick up a free passport at the Visit Fort Wayne Visitors Center, Fort Wayne Krogers, and Old National Bank locations. Print your own passport and find each location's details and schedules at VisitFortWayne.com/BeATourist. Join the Block Party celebrating 25 years for the event, at the Visitors Center for food trucks, games, and fun activities.
Move to the Rhythm
This September, enjoy the rush of incredible music performances around the city!
Kuehnert Dairy Fall Festival
September 13 - October 27 / Kuehnert Dairy Farm
All ages are invited to experience farm life every weekend this fall at the Kuehnert Dairy Fall Festival. Wind your way through the 5-acre corn maze, roast marshmallows ‘round the fire, pick pumpkins, eat ice cream, and meet the farm animals! Just opened, Kuehnert Milk House, our on-farm processing facility and retail store featuring the Udder Upp Cafe (hard dipped ice cream, cheese curds, and pizza).
Theatre Shows
Enjoy favorites like The Rocky Horror Show and Beauty and the Beast at Fort Wayne performance venues this September.
Welcoming Fort Wayne - Welcoming Week
September 13 - 22
Welcoming Week is a collaborative effort to show how our city is enriched with beautiful cultures through art, film, food, education, and more! This year's event is set to be one of the largest celebrations yet! Check their schedule for events at the Cinema Center, Ivy Tech, Union Street Market, and more.
Sweet Breeze Canal Boat Cruises
Thursdays and Sundays until October 13
Explore the city of rivers this summer! Riverfront Boat Tours offer a unique opportunity to learn more about Fort Wayne‘s history through the riverfront! Relax and enjoy the scenery on one of the themed boat tours, departing from the docks at Promenade Park.
Johnny Appleseed Festival
September 21 - 22 / Johnny Appleseed Park
The famous Johnny Appleseed Festival returns! Satisfy your sweet tooth with a caramel apple, purchase handmade goods, and enjoy demonstrations from the pioneer days. Free admission! For some extra fun, be sure to sign up for the Fort Wayne Apple Trail to check this location off your list and win prizes for every tasty apple stop along the trail! VisitFortWayne.com/AppleTrail
Raise a Glass!
June 29 – November 17 / Botanical Conservatory
Here’s a toast celebrating 40 years at the Botanical Conservatory, capturing vivid streams of light and reflecting into glimmers of a vibrant future. Raise your glass to the continued health, happiness, and success of this community treasure.
Art This Way Art Crawl
September 20 / Downtown Fort Wayne
During the Art This Way Art Crawl, explore, support, and learn about public art in downtown Fort Wayne! Travel through alleys filled with murals and lights, and discover artists at work and live music at venues around the city. There will even be a silent disco! Cash bars will also be provided by local bars throughout the event.
Summer Farmers Markets
September 9, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
Stock up on fresh produce and goods at Fort Wayne's outdoor farmers markets this summer. See our guide for days, times, and locations.
Family Free Fishing Day
September 23 / Statewide
Don't miss Indiana's Free Fishing Day! Try out fishing, license-free, at any of the state's public waters, or come to Promenade Park to fish in the river with provided poles, bait, Riverfront swag, and fishing lessons for the whole family.
Be River SmART: Clean Drains Fort Wayne Fest
September 23 / Promenade Park
See the new, unique mural art on Fort Wayne storm drains, completed to bring awareness to the health of our rivers. Enjoy festive music, drummer performances, food trucks, and family-friendly activities at the 2023 Friends of the Rivers World Rivers Day celebration. From noon - 1, there is even free pizza for teams who mark 12 or more drains!
Fort4Fitness Fall Festival
September 30 / Downtown Fort Wayne
Participants of all ages and fitness levels can join the fun with four different walk/run events at the Fort4Fitness Fall Festival. Don’t forget to enjoy the free expo at Parkview Field, including demonstrations and giveaways!
Outdoor Farmers Markets
Browse Fort Wayne's favorite outdoor farmers markets before they head inside for the winter! Stock up on locally-sourced produce and handmade goods.
