Experience Fort Wayne's Arts Community

Celebrate creativity and beauty on an art-focused getaway to Fort Wayne, Indiana — home to professional ballet, philharmonic, theatre companies, galleries, and performing arts venues.

Fort Wayne’s creative scene features artists, makers, and visionaries creating beautiful works of art that spark conversations around nature, connection, aspirations, and current events.

Plan your getaway during a special event, festival, performance, or exhibit to maximize your time. And be sure to check out some of Fort Wayne’s artistic treasures, including:

Arts Campus Fort Wayne

Arts Campus Fort Wayne offers visitors a chance to participate in, and enjoy, the arts. Within one block you can enjoy theatre, dance, fine art, music, festivals, and more. A stroll down Main Street is a chance to savor and celebrate the arts!

The Fort Wayne Museum of Art

Located on the Arts Campus, the Fort Wayne Museum of Art is a Midwest destination for American and related art from the 19th century to today. The museum also houses a permanent wing devoted entirely to glass sculpture!

Fort Wayne’s Rich Architectural Portfolio

Fort Wayne is home to historical and architectural gems, including the Allen County Courthouse, private homes, a secluded seminary campus designed by Eero Saarinen, and the only Louis Kahn-designed theatre in the world!

Public Art Around Every Corner

With more than 150 pieces of public art and growing, Fort Wayne is a creative canvas for larger-than-life murals, functional (and fun!) sculptures, and many other pieces of public art. Easily explore with the Fort Wayne Public Art Trail!

Art Lovers Itinerary

Looking for a weekend itinerary to experience great art, entertainment, and food? Follow the recommendations below or mix and match to create a custom itinerary.

1. On Friday night, start with dinner on The Landing, a downtown dining district offering Asian fusion, Cali-Mex flavors, gourmet burgers, farm-to-fork favorites, and more.
2. Or head southwest to Jefferson Pointe to grab some chocolate at local favorite DeBrand's and squeeze in some shopping at Fort Wayne's own Vera Bradley store. Down the street at Covington Plaza, locals love Indian food at Taj Mahal or Turkish cuisine at Deema.
3. Then, catch live music around the area! Enjoy outdoor summer concert series, grab a table and see regional talent at the Club Room at the Clyde, or find a national touring band on stage at The Clyde Theatre.
4. On Saturday, start your day by exploring the downtown Farmers Markets. More than 60 vendors at the market offer baked goods, produce, and handmade items. It's also a great place to find a delicious food truck breakfast!
5. Next, it's time for the main event — the Fort Wayne Museum of Art. The museum features a great collection of art and special exhibitions. If you are a member of another museum, check to see if you have reciprocal membership in Fort Wayne.
6. When it's time for a break, you'll find many great lunch spots nearby. Downtown favorites include the traditional Cindy's Diner, Coney Island, and Don Hall's Old Gas House, or cool spots like Dash-In and 816 Pint & Slice.
7. For more local art, head over to Orchard Gallery, Gallery 02, and Artlink. If you're ready for something different, stop by the Botanical Conservatory to see beautiful plants and flowers.
8. Performing arts await! At the Embassy Theatre, enjoy comedy, music, or touring theatre productions. Or see and hear local talent with the Civic Theatre, Fort Wayne Ballet, and Fort Wayne Philharmonic. Browse performances on the Calendar of Events!
9. Opt for a different route and see an independent, foreign, documentary, classic, or specialty film at Cinema Center. Depending on the weekend, you might catch one of our great local festivals!
10. And for dinner, enjoy cool jazz and craft cocktails at Club Soda or sample a great beer selection at Hop River Brewing Company. Other favorites include Latin-inspired cuisine at Proximo and Irish pub delights at JK O'Donnell's.
11. After a good night's sleep, rise and shine early Sunday morning to walk the nearby trails. If you can't bring your bike, Fort Wayne Outfitters offers bike, kayak, and canoe rentals.
12. Before you head home, sign up for the Fort Wayne Public Art Trail and start checking in at locations to earn prizes!