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Posted on November 12, 2018 at 8:00:00 am by Bethany B.

Festive Fort Wayne Runs

While it may not be 26.2 miles from the fridge to the couch to watch football and holiday movie marathons, this time of year can be a race all its own.

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Tags: running events Fort Wayne, race, running, Fantasy of Lights, gingerbread pursuit, galloping gobbler, turkey trot
Posted In: Family Friendly, Outdoor Recreation, Christmas in Fort Wayne, Host Them Here, Festivals and Special Events, Seasonal Activities

Posted on September 13, 2017 at 8:00:00 am by Emma C.

5 Fun Fall Fort Wayne Races

Whether you want to push yourself to get a new PR or want a fun way to be active, a 5k is the perfect way to do it! From fundraisers to costume contests to serious races, there is an event in Fort Wayne for every runner in the family! 

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Tags: race, running events Fort Wayne, running, Allen County Parks, Fright Night, Fantasy of Lights, farm, Horse Show, fitness, Fort 4 Fitness
Posted In: Downtown Fort Wayne, Family Friendly, Outdoor Recreation

Posted on November 14, 2015 at 9:00:00 am by Jessa C.

Dine and Dash This Thanksgiving

Updated March 2017

Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate family and friends, and eat of course. In Fort Wayne, there is no shortage of dining options available for a nice Thanksgiving meal.

But, before you sit down to eat; you might want to work up an appetite with a quick run or catching a Komets game. The annual traditions of the Galloping Gobbler and the 20th Annual Turkey Trot are a great tradition you can take part in and adds a different take on the holiday of feasting. If you're not into running consider going to the Komets game!

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Posted In: Dining and Restaurants

Posted on October 22, 2014 at 10:00:19 am by Mike F.

My Favorite Places to Run - Shoaff Park

The first of my “Best Places to Run in Fort Wayne” posts featured Concordia Theological Seminary, and I hope some of you have had a chance to check it out (both the post and the campus). I wrote that post after a “heated” run – man, it was hot that day – but soon after, the weather took a ... More ›
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Tags: shoaff park, Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation, running, Fort Wayne Parks and Rec, Best Places to Run, Fort Wayne Parks
Posted In: Outdoor Recreation, Sports and Recreation

Posted on September 21, 2014 at 10:00:24 am by Mike F.

My Favorite Places to Run - Concordia Theological Seminary

One of the great things about Fort Wayne, Indiana, is our trail system; however, you don’t necessarily need to follow those trails to find fun places to run. I’ve set for myself a goal of getting out and exploring the city on foot – trails and all – and as I do, I’ll write about my ... More ›
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Tags: running, Favorite Places to Run, Concordia Theological Seminary
Posted In: Outdoor Recreation, Best Of Fort Wayne, Sports and Recreation

Posted on June 12, 2014 at 10:00:00 am by Mallory C.

Making a new place feel like home - relocating to Fort Wayne!

Click here for our Relocation Guide page.

How can you have this view and not love Fort Wayne?Over the last couple of weeks, several of you have asked what it is that makes me love Fort Wayne so much. It seems that some of you aren’t quite convinced yet… or you’re still holding on to somewhere else. While I think that Fort Wayne is just the

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Tags: Fort Wayne, moving, relocating, relocation, running, education, Walking, home, gym, voluntarism, volunteering, cheers, exercise, church
Posted In: Downtown Fort Wayne, Relocation and Community

Posted on March 18, 2014 at 10:00:00 am by Katie R.

Have Some Colorful Fun at One of Three Color Runs Coming to Fort Wayne!

colorvibe2 There are not one, not two - but THREE colorful runs coming to Fort Wayne! These are: Color Vibe on April 5th, The Color Run on April 26th, and The Neon Vibe on May 10th. What exactly are color runs? These runs are known for the non-threatening, fun environment. In fact, if you look up The

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Tags: Outdoor Recreation, Parkview Field, running, The Color Run, Color Vibe, color run, Neon Vibe, fun run, Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
Posted In: Downtown Fort Wayne, Outdoor Recreation, Festivals and Special Events, Seasonal Activities, Family Friendly, Sports and Recreation

Posted on July 01, 2013 at 9:50:04 am by Michelle M.

Your Story Made Here: Outside and On the Move VIDEO

This post is part of a series highlighting the Your Story. Made Here. videos recently produced by the Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership. These videos share the stories of Northeast Indiana, and our many strengths. Click here to view the rest of the series. What makes a city a vibrant ... More ›
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Tags: Outdoor Recreation, trails, Fort for Fitness, Fort 4 Fitness, marathon, running, Your Story. Made Here.
Posted In: Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Recreation, Festivals and Special Events, Videos

Posted on November 14, 2012 at 4:14:45 am by Amber F.

Late Season Running Events

As winter fast approaches, most folks take their recreational activities indoors, but for those diehard outdoor types, not even the cold weather can keep them off the trails. I wouldn't consider myself a diehard outdoor type, but I did catch the running bug earlier this year. Last year I ran ... More ›
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Tags: Fort Wayne, running, turkey trot, races, gingerbread pursuit, galloping gobbler
Posted In: Outdoor Recreation

Posted on April 28, 2012 at 5:49:53 am by Holly H.

Register Now for Early Bird Rate for Fort-4-Fitness Races

Beat the rush and secure your spot to run 13.1 at Fort Wayne's own annual Fort-4-Fitness half-marathon this fall by registering early TODAY. The 5th annual event takes place September 28 and 29, with the race finishing inside Parkview Field, the home of Fort Wayne’s own minor league baseball ... More ›
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Tags: Downtown Fort Wayne, Fort for Fitness, Fort 4 Fitness, Parkview Field, Fort4Fitness, running, half marathon, races
Posted In: Downtown Fort Wayne, Outdoor Recreation, Festivals and Special Events

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