2024

What’s Happening at the Riverfront

The Month Ahead

 Fort Wayne, Ind. – Riverfront Fort Wayne presents the following events and programs at Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street and Headwaters Park, 333 South Clinton Street in March:

Literacy Expo

Saturday, March 2, 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Park Foundation Pavilion

Celebrate all forms of literacy and learn about reading assistance programs in Fort Wayne at the second annual Riverfront Literacy Expo. All family members can delight in free activities such as the Human Library, a calligraphy station and local author meet and greet. Book donations will also be accepted. If you see a book you’d like to read, you can trade a book for it. This free community event is a great way to engage and learn through others perceptions, struggles and growth by sharing experiences and various forms of literature.  

What’s Happening in the Parks

The week ahead

Fort Wayne, Ind. – The following events and programs are happening the week ahead:

Reminder:

 Final $1 Thursday Skate Night

Thursday, February 22, 4:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Headwaters Park Ice Rink, 333 South Clinton Street

Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation announces that the final reduced admission skating and skate rental is planned for Thursday, February 22, during normal hours of operation at the Headwaters Park Ice Skating Rink. The $1 admission skate day is thanks to a donation by Marcia Crawford and Grant Crawford who wish to celebrate the memory and community service of Dr. John Crawford, a physician and radiation oncologist and 20-year member of the Fort Wayne City Council. Reduced admission and $1 skate rentals will be offered for guests on Feb. 22.

What’s Happening at the Riverfront

The Month Ahead

 Fort Wayne, Ind. – Riverfront Fort Wayne presents the following events and programs at Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street and Headwaters Park, 333 South Clinton Street in February:


Dancing Through the Decades

Thursday, February 1, 5:00-9:00 p.m.

Headwaters Park Ice Rink, 333 South Clinton Street

For one night and one night only—don’t miss the Dancing Through the Decades skate event! Skate, dance and enjoy music from the 1960s through the 1990s. Dress in an outfit inspired by your favorite decade and bring your friends to Headwaters Park Ice Rink. General admission and skate rental fees apply.

What’s Happening in the Parks

The week ahead

 Fort Wayne, Ind. – The following events and programs are happening the week ahead:

Reminder:

 Sweetheart Orchid Display

Until March 3, Public hours

Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun Street

Be allured by the colorful mystique of Orchids on display in the Botanical Conservatory’s Tropical House. Experience captivating, long-lasting blooms in an intimately devoted space that mirrors the everlasting love shared with those closest to you. Orchids and other remarkable plants are available for purchase in the Conservatory Shop. Included with general admission.