Fresh finds. Gifts galore. And “only in Fort Wayne” favorites. Fort Wayne is a regional shopping destination where savvy shoppers can find boutique shops, artisan workspaces, and brand-name retailers.

These local retailers have risen to the top of their class for their unique and notable shopping experiences.

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Sweetwater Music Store

The Loudest:

Sweetwater

Fort Wayne is home to Sweetwater, the nation’s largest online music retailer, and only in Fort Wayne can you experience their Sweetwater Music Store – featuring the largest on-site music instrument inventory in the world! Explore nearly 40,000 square feet of top gear and shop the nearly 1,000 top music brands of equipment and instruments.

The Bubbliest:

Swizzle at Jefferson Pointe 

Located at Fort Wayne’s outdoor shopping center – Jefferson Pointe – Swizzle offers a curated selection of alcohol-free wine, craft beers, shrubs, spirits, cocktails, and more. The market is also a destination for workshops, tastings, and trivia nights.

The Kid-at-Heart:

Hopscotch House

You can’t miss this wonderland of color and fun. It’s all fun and games at Hopscotch House – a toy shop specializing in unique children’s goods!

Women shopping at The Find boutique store in Fort Wayne

The Fashionista:

The Find

For the latest trends in lifestyle and fashion, The Find’s curated selection of chic home décor, gifts, and apparel offer stylish staples for all.

The Foodie:

The Olive Twist

A premier olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting bar, The Olive Twist is a culinary boutique specializing in the finest quality first-pressed extra virgin olive oil from around the world.

The Comedian:

Stoner’s Funstore

Selling funny, goofy items since 1949, Stoner’s Funstore is known for its large selection of costumes, gag gifts, funny jokes, magic, wigs, makeup, and masks.

Other unique stores include:

• Most Creative: Creative Women of the World
• Most Artistic: Paradigm Gallery
• Good with Words: The Shed
• A Chef in the Making: Antonuccio’s Italian Market
• Trend Setter: Sugar Love

This article was originally published in the 2022 Fort Wayne Visitors Guide and has been updated. Last Updated: March 2025