Golden Family Weekend
in Fort Wayne

April 17 – 19, 2026

This spring, Fort Wayne has the events and activities your family will love. This special weekend features a wide range of things you and your children can enjoy. Start the weekend with the enchanting light displays at Glo Wild at the Fort Wayne Zoo, and take in the high-energy spectacle of Forever K-Pop at the Embassy Theatre. Plus, enjoy fresh finds at local farmers markets, cheer on the Fort Wayne Komets, and browse beautiful art exhibits. 

Preview the events below and start planning your trip today.

Forever K-Pop will be coming to the Embassy Theatre in Fort Wayne on April 18, 2026. Apr 18

FOREVER K-POP is a next-level, fan-forward K-Pop celebration concert that fuses cinematic spectacle with arena-style production. It's nothing like anyone has ever seen featuring live performances of smash hit songs made famous by BTS…

Promotional images for Glo Wild at the Fort Wayne Zoo. Select dates in 2026, beginning March 5. Apr 10

Glo Wild at the Fort Wayne Zoo! Don’t miss your opportunity to see the Zoo transform into a wild and wonderful night-time lantern festival. Step into a land of glowing landscapes and stand toe to toe with towering animals in…

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Other Events This Weekend

Promotional image for Fort Wayne Komets Hockey vs. Kalamazoo Wings Apr 19

Fort Wayne Komets vs. Kalamazoo Wings April 19, 2026 7:30 pm Join the Jungle and cheer on the Fort Wayne Komets as they make another run for a championship. Come see the Komets when they hit the ice for the 2025-26 season at the Allen…

Girls drawing with chalk at Science Central in Fort Wayne. World Art Day is April 18, 2026. Apr 18

World Art Day Celebration at Science Central World Art Day is a global celebration of creativity, culture, and artistic expression, observed annually to honor the vital role art plays in education, innovation, and community life. While the…

Photo of Abraham Lincoln's family in their home. The Lincolns at Home exhibit runs through 12/31/2026 at the Allen County Public Library Rolland Center for Lincoln Research in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Apr 10

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…

Dark street with light posts in promotion for Mezzotint and the Power of Darkness Apr 10

The richness and remarkable, subtle gradations in tone in mezzotint is astounding. Despite this, it is not a popular medium, perhaps due to its laborious, time-consuming process. This does not deter artists included in this exhibition…

Third Saturday Guided Hike Apr 18

Join us for a guided hike through the park’s beautiful prairie and woodland trails! Along the way, you’ll get the chance to see our bison and elk up close and learn about their important role in shaping the landscape. The guide will share…

Summit City Farmers Market Apr 11

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…

YLNI Winter Farmers Market Apr 11

YLNI Winter Farmers Market Saturdays, November 1, 2025 through April 25, 2026 9:00am-1:00pm We’re moving to a NEW indoor location! You’ll still see the same amazing vendors, the same great vibes, and our wonderful community. More space for…

Violins from the Fort Wayne Philharmonic for Brass and Brahms Apr 19

CHAMBER MUSIC CLASSICS! The Freimann Series invites you to delve into the hearts of the musicians themselves! You will hear music hand selected by our most talented players. Some selections are chosen to challenge, some to showcase more…