Every year the City of Fort Wayne celebrates with an annual fireworks show that will light up the sky and bring joy to spectators of all ages!
4th of July in Fort Wayne, Indiana
On July 4th, the fireworks show is scheduled to begin at 10 p.m. and the show is free to the public. This year, the fireworks will be launched from the Harrison Square Parking Garage following guidance from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, as the Indiana Michigan Power Center (the usual location) is currently home to a falcon and her unhatched egg.
If you have tickets to the TinCaps baseball game that evening you will be able to enjoy the fireworks right from your seat at the ballpark! If the game is not over by the 10 p.m. start time, the fireworks will begin immediately following the conclusion of the game.
The downtown area has options for food stops that your family and friends will enjoy as you watch the show in the night sky. Check out some other spots in the Greater Fort Wayne area where you can see fireworks!
Take a look at some of the things to do around Allen County that you can enjoy over the holiday:
4th of July Parade
New this year, the City of Fort Wayne will host a 4th of July Parade! 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, come downtown to line the route along South Calhoun Street from Creighton Ave to Main St to enjoy the spectacle celebrating America, 250 Years United. More information and a participation application can be found here.
The Celebrate America, 250 Years United Parade is presented by the City of Fort Wayne and Steel Dynamics. Sponsors include Fort Wayne Metals and Surack Enterprises.
Fort Wayne TinCaps
It's a TinCaps Baseball week! July 1 - 5, catch the TinCaps at Parkview Field for the #1 Minor League Ballpark Experience in the Country. Tickets are affordable for the whole family! The July 4th game often sells out, so grab your tickets while you still can here.
Fort Wayne Outdoor Pass
If you're looking for a true outdoor adventure, you'll find 20 great options in our Fort Wayne Outdoor Pass! Sign up for this FREE pass to access it on your phone. Then, choose any of the hike, bike, or paddle routes in the pass — all designed to guide you on a tour of Fort Wayne's beautiful natural scenery. CHECK-IN on the pass when you arrive at the trail location to start redeeming prizes! How to sign up.
Splash Pads and Parks
Fort Wayne has 9 splash pads that you can take your kids to to cool off. Shoaff, Kreager, and Waynedale are just a few of them that you can go to. You can also find a total of 89 parks, some featuring soccer and baseball fields, play areas for kids, and open fields to enjoy the scenery with a sandwich or two.
Outdoor Farmers Markets
Stop by the summer farmers markets and stock up on everything you need for the perfect 4th of July barbecue! On Saturday morning, shop several great markets: YLNI Farmers Market at the corner of Wayne and Barr Street and the Summit City Farmers Market at Electric Works.
Art Galleries and Public Art
Stroll the galleries at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art to see the latest exhibit. Then continue your art exploration with Fort Wayne's public art scene. Access our free Public Art Trail pass to find all the best locations.
Calendar of Events
There are so many great events happening around Allen County leading up to the 4th of July! Take a look below at the events that are ongoing, right up to the events planned for Independence Day.
- Allen County Public Library
- Recurring daily
America 250 th Exhibit Children and Adults Scavenger Hunt
- Fort Wayne Museum of Art
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
In the 1930s and 1940s, many American artists rejected the influence of European abstraction in their struggle to develop a distinctly American art. They created narratives using familiar, local imagery and a naturalistic style. Inspired by their Midwestern roots…
- Fort Wayne Museum of Art
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Chuck Sperry is an American printmaking master known for his psychedelic rock-and-roll posters full of intricate details, bold colors, and visually striking imagery. In his personal artistic practice, Ancient Greece has served as a source of inspiration for Sperry for its rich…
- The History Center
- Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
"Commemorating Milestones" featuring past and current celebrations of centennial, bicentennial, and sesquicentennial anniversaries in and around Fort Wayne and Allen County, as well as around the region. Located in the Sue Ann Slane Rotating Gallery at the History Center The…
Country Heritage Winery is excited to announce the official lineup for its highly anticipated 2026 Summer Concert Series, bringing a full season of live music, local talent, and vibrant summer energy to the winery. Outdoor concerts kick off Friday May 15th. Set against the…
- Allen County Public Library
- Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
This Dinosaur exhibition features the skull of a Tyrannosaurus Rex and a Velociraptor, full skeletons of a Triceratops, eggs of a Sauropod, footprints of an Iguanodon, and much more! There is also a hands-on fossil dig pit to experience using paleontology tools to excavate…
- Club Room at the Clyde
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Enjoy the best in Pop, Soul R&B and Funk every Saturday! 8:00 pm | Sat., Jul 11, 2026 | I ❤️ Saturdays With Casual Friday 8:00 pm | Sat., Jul 18, 2026 | I ❤️ Saturdays With Fort Wayne Funk Orchestra 8:00 pm | Sat., Jul 25, 2026 | I ❤️ Saturdays With Good Night Gracie 12 OZ…
- Kuehnert Dairy Farm
- Recurring monthly on the 1st Saturday
Get In On the Tour Looking for a reason to get out of the house a little earlier? We’ve got one. Make a morning of it the first Saturday of every month at Kuehnert’s. Start with our 1-hour farm tour, now open to the public through the summer, then stick around for our Ice Cream…
- Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
June 27 – November 15, 2026 Journey into the heart of the Southwest's botanical heritage this summer and fall. Delight your senses with earthy aromas, vibrant hues, and soothing sounds that transport you to a land where tradition meets contemporary design. Encounter…
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Each Saturday local growers and independent vendors line the market with an abundance of seasonal fruits, vegetables, and homemade products. While fresh produce remains the main draw, the market has also become a year-round source for hormone-free pork, poultry, and fresh eggs…
- Recurring daily
The Parks Department offers splash pads for your enjoyment. There is an activation bollard (green) that needs the top touched and the water will run for a 4 minute cycle. Simply touch the bollard again for more fun! The use of the Splash pads is FREE! Please note, dogs are not…
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Summit City Farmers Market has all the vendors you've come to expect every Saturday, and we are poised to grow! We specialize in extensive farm foods, featuring delicious baked goods and home-made natural items, along with unique works from talented regional Artisan. Join us…
- Allen County Public Library
- Recurring daily
In the Rolland Center for Lincoln Research at the Allen County Public Library, a new free exhibit spotlights President Abraham Lincoln’s family at home. Visitors are invited to take an intimate look at this historic first family, which through times of peace and times of war…
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
YLNI Farmers Market Every Saturday May 2, 2026 through October 31, 2026 9:00am-1:00pm 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 at the Barr Street Market! There will…
