What’s Happening in the Parks
The week ahead
Fort Wayne, Ind. – The following events and programs are happening the week ahead:
Reminder:
Concert in the Woods
Sunday, September 15, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Lindenwood Nature Preserve, 600 Lindenwood Avenue
Stop by the campfire, grab a soft drink and a snack and take a short walk to the Sassafras Hollow stage for one of the most unique entertainment experiences in town—a live folk-rock concert in the woods. Musicians Adam Baker and Victor Zapari are the featured artists. All ages are welcome. Admission is free.
Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Fall Musical: The Rocky Horror Show
Friday, September 13, 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 14, 11:59 p.m.
Foellinger Theatre, 3411 Sherman Blvd.
At last! The original stage version of the cult movie is now LIVE on stage; see Dr. Frank N. Furter match wits (?) with the innocent young newlyweds? Thrill to the delightfully trashy rock and roll music! It isn’t a play, it isn’t a musical, it isn’t a rock concert…It’s a sort of glitter, rock, horror, comedy, transvestite circus… And if you love-say, Sound of Music-you will probably hate it. The Rocky Horror Show is a sicko-wacko-weirdo rock concert. It keeps trying to blow your mind with loud music and perverted sexuality, but is so simpleminded, and so completely silly, that it ends up being a lot of fun. It may get a cult following. Musical is rated PG-13 for Adult Language and Content.
Bonus Sunday Heritage Concert Series
Sunday, September 15, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Park Foundation Pavilion, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street
The American Legion Band will bring “The Golden Radio Days” performance to Riverfront Fort Wayne. The concert is free and open to all ages. Seating inside will be on a first come first served basis.
Featuring:
Sweet Breeze Fest
Saturday, September 21, seven 45-minute tours (until sold out)
Sunday, September 22, seven 45-minute tours (until sold out)
Once a year Friends of the Rivers and Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation offers 45-minute Sweet Breeze tours for just $5 per person. This year there will be seven tours on both September 21 and September 22. Reservations can be made online (until midnight on day prior to tour) at www.RideSweetBreeze.org or via the Fort Wayne Parks App; 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.
Fall Bonsai Show
Saturday, September 21, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun Street
Immerse yourself in the beauty and charm of miniature trees patiently cultivated. The Botanical Conservatory hosts this stunning display of bonsai when members of the Fort Wayne Bonsai Club are available to answer questions about the ancient art form. A selection of beginning bonsai specimen and pots are available for cash-only purchase. Welcome fall while embracing a new art! Show entry included with general admission.
Fort Wayne Philharmonic: Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
Saturday, September 21, 7:30 p.m.
Foellinger Theatre, 3411 Sherman Blvd.
The Fort Wayne Philharmonic will present Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark™ Live in Concert featuring John Williams’ GRAMMY® Award-winning score performed live to the film. Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts. ®All rights reserved.
River Rangers: Getting Batty at Promenade
Wednesday, September 18, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Park Foundation Pavilion, Promenade Park, 202 West Superior Street
Calling all River Rangers to learn all about bats. This event will feature a bat-themed craft and a game to grasp how bats use echolocation. This activity is designed for ages 5-12 and costs $5. Register online at www.fortwayneparks.org or by phone at 260-427-6000 by September 15.
Also Happening:
Raise a Glass! Exhibit
Until November 17, public hours
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun Street
The Botanical Conservatory is celebrating 40 years! Since 1983, this unique botanical venue has served as a cultural anchor in Fort Wayne, having welcomed nearly three million visitors from near and far! During its 40th anniversary, the Botanical Conservatory is capturing vivid streams of light and reflecting into glimmers of a vibrant future. Raise your glass to the continued health, happiness and success of this community treasure. Sponsored by: Fort Wayne Park Foundation, English Bonter Mitchell Foundation, Majic 95.1, WANE 15 and Sycamore Tree Care.
From Concept to Celebration
Until November 16, public hours
Foellinger Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun Street
This visual timeline displays the history of the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory from an original idea to our current-day fortieth anniversary! Images, news articles and short stories provide historical context during the celebratory Raise a Glass! Garden Exhibit. Enjoy this unique display as a collaboration of archives from both the Foellinger Foundation and the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory.
Raise a Glass! $1 Nights
Thursdays, until November 14, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun Street
Here’s a toast celebrating not only 40 years as a unique botanical venue for public education and enjoyment, but 200 years since Allen County was officially born. During the Raise a Glass! Garden Exhibit, take advantage of $1 admission every Thursday evening from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Cheers to the Botanical Conservatory as a community treasure serving over 3,000,000 tourists and residents since opening its doors in 1983…and here’s to Allen County steadfast since 1824 with 400,000+ residents thriving and residing today. Together, the Botanical Conservatory and Bicentennial Executive Board wish to celebrate the past, present and future with you!
Salomon Farm Park U-pick Flowers
Wednesday and Friday, 4:00–7:00 p.m. and Saturday, 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Salomon Farm Park, 817 West Dupont Road
U-Pick flower fields are now available on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays while flowers are blooming. Prices vary per type; $2 per Sunflower and Dalia and $1 per other stem. Follow the signs and look for the “red barn” trailer for supplies and checkout.
Trek the Trails
Tuesday, September 17, Meet at 6:00 p.m.
Coliseum Blvd Trailhead, 742 North. Coliseum Blvd.
The 2024 Trek the Trails season continues on Tuesday evenings. Meet for an 7.07 mile bike ride. There is no cost to participate. All experience levels are welcome and participation is at your own risk. Riders are encouraged to wear helmets. Trek the Trails is sponsored by UAW Local #2209, Three Rivers Velo Sport and Bike Fort Wayne and is presented by the City of Fort Wayne and Fort Wayne Trails. Follow the City of Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne Trails, Fort Wayne Running Club, and Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation on social media for weather-related updates. For a complete list of locations and dates, visit: https://www.fortwayneparks.org/trails/news-events.html
Tread the Trails
Thursday, September 19, Meet at 6:00 p.m.
Coliseum Blvd Trailhead, 742 North. Coliseum Blvd.
Fort Wayne Running Club and the City of New Haven have joined the City of Fort Wayne and Fort Wayne Trails, Inc. to provide guided 1 mile/5k walks/runs beginning at different locations throughout the area! These 5k walks/runs are offered every other Thursday. All mobility aids are welcome at Tread the Trails, and participants are encouraged to lengthen/shorten the route as preferred. For a complete list of locations and dates, visit https://www.fortwayneparks.org/trails/news-events.html
