2024

What’s Happening in the Parks

The week ahead 

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

 
Reminder:

Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Offices closed for Labor Day

Offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, in recognition of Labor Day. Park offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, September 3.

Featuring:

$15 Summer Special Sweet Breeze Tour

Tuesday, September 3, 6:00 – 6:45 p.m. (45 minute tour) and 7:00 – 7:45 p.m.

South Dock Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street

Experience an iconic Sweet Breeze tour for just $15! This limited time opportunity will provide a guided history cruise on the Fort Wayne Rivers. Reservations can be made online at www.RideSweetBreeze.org or via the Fort Wayne Parks App (until midnight on day prior to tour); in person at the Parks and Recreation Offices (705 East State Blvd.) or by phone 260-427-6000 during normal business hours. Walk-ups are welcome at the dock as space is available by cash or credit card.

August 29, 2024

New Farm Animals Join the Herd at Salomon

Farm Park welcomes two Valais Blacknose Sheep

Fort Wayne, Ind – Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation announces additions to its historic Salomon Farm Park. Two Valais (va-LAY) Blacknose Sheep join the flourishing Highland Cows (aka Coos), Nigerian dwarf goats, pigs, miniature horse, rabbits and chickens which make their home at this beautiful landmark working farm and park. 

What’s Happening in the Parks

The week ahead 

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

Reminder:

The Rescue Mission Light the Night event featuring Matthew West

Thursday, August 22, 5:00 p.m.

Foellinger Theatre, 3411 Sherman Blvd.

The Rescue Mission presents the first annual Light the Night Concert Event, an evening of worship and celebration at Foellinger Theatre. This will be a time to reflect on the amazing work God is doing at The Rescue Mission with musical performances by award-winning contemporary Christian artists Matthew West and Riley Clemmons. Light the Night is a family-friendly event for all ages. Doors will open at 4:00 p.m., a special presentation will begin at 5:00 p.m. followed by the concert will at 6:00 p.m. Local food trucks Ziffles, Baby Got S’mac, and Mercadito will be serve food and drinks for purchase. For ticketing information, visit www.FoellingerTheatre.org.

Portion of Rivergreenway to Receive Routine Maintenance

Repairs begin Wednesday, August 21   

Fort Wayne, Ind – In order to perform routine maintenance to trail surfaces, Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation will oversee repair and repaving of an approximately 400-foot section of greenway on the St. Joseph Pathway to the north of E. Coliseum Blvd. between the St. Joseph River and the PFW Campus on Wednesday, August. 21, 2024.