What’s Happening in the Parks
The week ahead
Fort Wayne, Ind. – The following events and programs are happening the week ahead:
Reminder:
Thursday Theme Nights
Thursdays, February 20, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Headwaters Park Ice Rink, 333 South Clinton Street
Feb. 20 Skate into Spring | Final Dr. Crawford $1 Day
Special reduced admission ($1) and skate fees ($1) are available on Thursdays through Feb. 20. The special rates are thanks to a donation by Marcia Crawford and Grant Crawford 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.. Stay up to date on Facebook pages for @HeadwatersParkFW and @FortWayneParks. Headwaters Ice Rink sponsored by: WANE 15, Loud 103.3 and Hot 107.9.
Featuring:
Black History Trivia Youth Challenge
Tuesday, February 25, 6:00 p.m.
Jennings Recreation Center, 1330 McCulloch Street
Cheer on the youth from Jennings Recreation Center, Weisser Park Youth Center and McMillen Park Community Center as they compete in a Black History Trivia Challenge covering important milestones and contributions of African-Americans. Trivia and music will be hosted by Aaron Montgomery.
Wild Walkers
Friday, February 28, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Mengerson Preserve, 5895 Stellhorn Road
This adult hiking group meets the second and fourth Fridays of each month for a walk on the wild side. Each hike features a different natural area in the region (parks, wetlands, nature preserve, etc.) and carpooling is available when necessary. Find the full 2025 schedule at this link https://www.fortwayneparks.org/images/PDF/Salomon/2025_Wild_Walkers_Schedule.pdf.
Also Happening:
Sweetheart Orchid Display
Until March 2, Public hours
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 noteworthy plants are available for purchase in the Conservatory Shop. The display is included with general admission.
Headwaters Ice Rink, until Sunday, February 23
Wednesday – Friday, 4:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday, 12:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Headwaters Park, 333 South Clinton Street
Admission will be $6 for skaters age three and above, free for age two and below. Skate rental will be $3. For the latest parking map, please go to www.fortwayneparks.org and search Headwaters Park. Stay up to date on Facebook pages for @HeadwatersParkFW and @FortWayneParks. Headwaters Park ice rink sponsored by: WANE 15, Loud 103.3 and Hot 107.9.
Winter Showcase Exhibit: Floor is Lava!
Until April 6, public hours
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun Street
It’s the hottest garden around as visitors to the Botanical Conservatory experience the daring feats of a favorite childhood game! This winter, don’t miss your landing, as you navigate a challenging set of obstacles for all ages and abilities. Fiery hues of reds and oranges flood the challenge course amidst towering tropical plants under the shadows of a roaring volcano. Don’t fall in–the Floor is Lava! Sponsored by: English Bonter Mitchell Foundation, Magee-O’Connor Foundation, Fort Wayne Park Foundation, PNC Charitable Trusts and 103.9 Wayne FM.
Lisa Heintzman: Innovative Abstractor
Until April 5
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun Street
See paintings inspired by the energy and emotions that Lisa Heintzman experiences. Heintzman is very observant of how one motion affects the next and how simple daily life has so many moments all compiled into one day. The artist paints abstract art with these emotions and perfect imperfections of each moment. Time is suspended in the paintings. Heintzman believes beauty is necessary and the intent and purpose is to help view the imperfect world by bringing calmness, joy and serenity of the movements in the paintings.
