What's Happening in Fort Wayne
Next 2 Weeks: Jul 17–Jul 30
Fort Wayne's summer calendar is packed through the end of July. This stretch covers the St. Joe Pickle Festival this weekend, free outdoor concerts at The Landing every Friday, Pride weekend at Headwaters Park, a TinCaps homestand, Dude Perfect at the Coliseum, an after-hours night at the zoo, two farmers markets, river tours, and more. Coverage spans all four interest lanes with 15 confirmed events and one active deal.
Best Bets
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St. Joe Pickle Festival 2026
Family & CommunityJul 17–18 | Town of St. Joe, IN
A full two-day community festival in St. Joe with food, live music, a parade, fireworks, and factory tours. It hits all four interest lanes and is one of the more distinctive local events of the summer.
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WBOI Presents: Live & Local at The Landing
Free / EntertainmentFridays 6–8 PM through Jul 30 | 118 W Columbia St, Fort Wayne
Free outdoor concerts every Friday evening through July 30 at The Landing on Columbia Street. A reliable weekly option for live local music with no cost to show up.
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Dude Perfect: Squad Games Tour
Family / EntertainmentJul 22 at 7 PM | Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
The Dude Perfect crew brings their live tour to the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum on July 22. Tickets run $30–$50 and it's a strong pick for families with kids.
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Rock & Roar at the Fort Wayne Zoo
Entertainment / Food & DrinkJul 24, 7:30–10:30 PM | Fort Wayne Zoo, 3411 Sherman Blvd
A 21-and-up after-hours event at the Fort Wayne Zoo on July 24. Runs 7:30–10:30 PM with live music and food. Free for zoo members, $25 for non-members.
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YLNI Summer Farmers Market
Food & Drink / FamilyJul 18 & Jul 25, 9 AM–1 PM | 302 E Berry St, Fort Wayne
One of Indiana's top-rated farmers markets runs Saturday mornings 9 AM to 1 PM at 302 E Berry St. Two Saturdays fall in this window: July 18 and July 25.
All Events
Next 2 Weeks: Jul 17–Jul 30 · Sources linked throughout.
St. Joe Pickle Festival 2026
✓ confirmedTwo-day festival in St. Joe with food vendors, live music, a parade, fireworks, and tours of the pickle factory. One of the more complete community festivals in the area this month.
Summer Nights at the Embassy
✓ confirmedWeekly Wednesday series at the Embassy Theatre with live music from 5:30 to 8:30 PM, local food vendors, and cocktails. Runs through July 30.
WBOI Presents: Live & Local at The Landing
✓ confirmedFree outdoor concert series every Friday at The Landing on Columbia Street. Local acts, open air, no ticket required.
Free Wednesday program at Promenade Park for kids ages 5–12 covering outdoor science and nature topics. Runs through July 29.
Sweet Breeze River Tours
✓ confirmedRiverboat tours on the three rivers departing from Promenade Park. Options include 45-minute Wednesday tours, 60-minute Thursday tours, and longer 90-minute trips. Tickets available dockside or in advance.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN
✓ confirmedThe touring production of Dear Evan Hansen is running at Three Rivers Music Theatre through early August. Check the venue for specific show times and ticket availability.
YLNI Summer Farmers Market
✓ confirmedSaturday morning market at 302 E Berry St with local produce, vendors, and food. Voted the top farmers market in Indiana in 2022. Free to attend.
Fort Wayne TinCaps vs. Lake County Captains
✓ confirmedThe TinCaps host a multi-game homestand at Parkview Field. Games on July 21 at 7:05 PM, July 22 at 12:05 PM, with additional games July 25 and 26. Tickets from $19.
Dude Perfect: Squad Games Tour
✓ confirmedDude Perfect's live tour stops at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. One night only. Strong pick for families with kids who follow the group online.
Fort Wayne Pride 2026
✓ confirmedAnnual Pride celebration at Headwaters Park over the weekend of July 24–25, with the main programming confirmed to start at noon on July 25.
Rock & Roar at the Fort Wayne Zoo
✓ confirmed21-and-up after-hours event at the Fort Wayne Zoo with live music and food. Zoo members get in free; non-members pay $25. Runs until 10:30 PM.
Tom Keifer of Cinderella headlines at the Clyde Theatre with L.A. Guns opening. Doors at 7 PM, show at 8 PM.
Salomon Farmers' Market
✓ confirmedEvening farmers market at Salomon Farm Park on July 29, running 4 to 7 PM. A good option if Saturday morning markets don't fit your schedule.
Harlan Days 2026
✓ confirmedAnnual community festival at Harlan Community Park starting July 30. A short drive from Fort Wayne via I-469. The festival runs into August 1.
DTFW Summer Series: Lunch on the Square
✓ confirmedFree outdoor lunch event in Downtown Fort Wayne on July 30 with local food trucks and live music. Runs 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
Deals & Finds
Downtown Fort Wayne Summer Sale
Downtown Fort Wayne, IN
Participating retailers and restaurants across Downtown Fort Wayne are running limited-time promotions, pop-up events, and special discounts July 17–19. Hours run 10 AM to midnight.
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