This weekend in Allen County, IN

Explore handmade finds at a craft show filled with creative gifts, artisan goods, jewelry, and tasty treats made by local makers. Food trucks will be available as you browse. Watch the event page for vendor sneak peeks and updates. Questions can be sent to Lorcreation225@gmail.com. Registered vendors who have not received an email or a message confirming their spot within the past week should get in touch to verify. Feel free to share the news with friends and family.

Explore a market with vendors offering produce, handcrafted goods, antiques, and assorted finds. Live music is part of the scene and there are opportunities for conversation.

The craft market features a range of vendors, a bake sale, a 50/50 raffle, and complimentary apple cider. Proceeds from the bake sale and vendor table rentals support the church building fund, and raffle proceeds benefit the St. James Food Pantry.

Visit Deer Ridge Elementary to explore a large variety of handmade items, all well suited for holiday gifting. Browse many handcrafted pieces to find presents for the season.

LC Nature Park welcomes visitors for a full day of nature exploration. Guided hikes and safari bus tours are offered throughout the day, and the Dune Forest and River trails may only be accessed with a guide, either by joining a hike or riding the safari bus. Admission is $7 per person. Children ages 3 and under receive free entry, and members are admitted at no charge. A safari bus ticket costs an additional $5 per person for all guests, including members. Pre-registration is not offered, and tour tickets are available prior to each departure.

Myzel Risin’ sets up in downtown Fort Wayne at the YLNI Farmers Market and the Summit City Farmers Market, offering a selection centered on mushrooms. Browse fresh gourmet varieties along with functional tinctures, all prepared with care from cultivation to the kitchen.

Parkview Field hosts the 29th annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in Fort Wayne. This community event features a walk that rallies support in the fight against breast cancer.

Science Central hosts a day devoted to exploring chemistry, featuring special table-based activities and demonstrations centered on the subject. Visitors can take part in the activities at the tables and watch the demonstrations.

At Stillwater, a relaxed social series for women focuses on connection, community, and a breath of fresh air. Set on the farm, it offers an easygoing space to reconnect with friends, meet new people, and simply be present. Participants can spend time around the horses and engage with them from the ground, and no riding experience is required. There is no cost to attend, and optional donations help sustain ongoing programming. The emphasis is on community, laughter, and creating a welcoming place where everyone can arrive as they are.

MadCon 2026 brings two GM-led tabletop roleplaying events to the Grand Wayne Convention Center in Fort Wayne. Choose between playtesting the original game A Wee Problem or playing Shadowrun. Everyone is welcome, and no prior experience is needed.

Explore simple, budget-friendly ways to refresh your home interiors while learning the fundamentals of airbrushing. This beginner workshop at The Build Guild in Fort Wayne introduces the airbrush system from setup to operation, demonstrates common strokes used by airbrush artists, and explains how to clean and maintain your equipment so it continues to work smoothly. It is geared toward newcomers who want clear, practical guidance to get started. To reserve a spot, call 260-209-9150 to register and pre-pay by phone.

Enjoy casual HeroScape open play in a friendly drop-in format. All experience levels are welcome, from first-timers to long-time veterans. HeroScape is an expandable, turn-based miniatures battle game that debuted in 2004 through Hasbro subsidiaries and ended production in 2010. Players use pre-painted figures and assemble battlefields from interlocking hex tiles to create modular three-dimensional terrain. Originally aimed at younger players, its quality and design built a devoted following that helped bring the game back in 2024.

Explore foundational techniques for shaping EVA foam using heat and contact cement. Attendees will have time to experiment with different methods and get comfortable working with the material. These skills are useful for creating armor, weapons, and cosplay props, or simply for creative projects. The photo shown is for illustration only. Registration is available online, or by phone at 260-209-9150 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. to sign up and pay.

Celebrating its eighth year, this charity dodgeball tournament pairs fast-paced play with a coat and hoodie drive that supports neighbors preparing for colder weather. Framed as both a fundraiser and a community gathering, it focuses on meeting urgent needs while strengthening a sense of togetherness. The competition is co-ed with teams of up to six players. Participants must be 15 or older, and those younger may take part with a parent-signed waiver. The top team earns a cash prize. Organizers are also welcoming support in the form of sponsorships, volunteers, players, vendors, and collaborative partners, all contributing to the impact of the drive and the event’s community goals.

BLK Business Card Party 9 is a networking event at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne that brings professionals together while working to strengthen social and economic outcomes within minority communities. It emphasizes access to mentorship and career-building resources, creating pathways that support professional growth. Admission and sponsorships are available for purchase.

Shuddersome presents a theatrical dive into the dark imagination of Edgar Allen Poe, adapted for the stage by Lindsay Price. The piece blends pulse-like dialogue with expressive movement to create an atmosphere of dread and fascination. Expect a live tapestry of eerie imagery and macabre storytelling shaped through bold physicality and carefully crafted rhythms.

Cam Bertrand performs stand-up at Fort Wayne Comedy. He competed on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, contributed writing to two seasons of MTV’s Wild 'N Out, and recorded the Dry Bar Comedy half-hour Sophisticated Ignorance, which has drawn more than 90 million views. There is no minimum purchase requirement for this show.

At Purdue FW Music Center in Fort Wayne, IN, Molly Turner conducts an all-Beethoven program that showcases the sweep of the composer’s drama and drive. The concert opens with the Overture to Egmont, Op. 84, then turns to Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67, launched by its unmistakable four-note motif and moving from stormy beginnings to a triumphant conclusion through movements marked Allegro con brio, Andante con moto, Allegro, and a final Allegro. After intermission, Israeli-American pianist Yefim Bronfman performs the Concerto No. 3 in C minor for Piano and Orchestra, Op. 37, presented in three movements: Allegro con brio, Largo, and Rondo: Allegro.

Mason Dixon Line brings live local music to Wrigley Field Bar and Grill for an upbeat night out. Enjoy dinner, then spend the evening on the dance floor while the band keeps the music rolling.

Discover a wide range of exotic animals in Fort Wayne, including reptiles, amphibians, tropical birds, and other small exotics, presented in a spacious layout with wide aisles for relaxed browsing. Attendees can see, touch, and learn about many species, with animal experts available to answer questions and help prospective owners choose the right pet. The expo features new and used tanks and enclosures, along with care essentials such as heat, light, filters, substrate, and more, providing what is needed to set up a habitat and bring a new companion home. The focus is on easy movement through the space, a broad selection, and friendly guidance throughout.

Blessings in a Backpack and The Fairfield present Fantastical Fort 2026, a free, all-ages community celebration that transforms The Fairfield into four floors of immersive fantasy. Local small businesses host themed vendor booths and area nonprofits offer interactive activities, all set within imaginative realms. Explore wizard-inspired settings and playful fantasy spaces, step into shadowy, arcane atmospheres, and discover magical food and drinks along the way. Wizards, witches, mermaids, vampires, faeries, and other fantastical beings are welcome, as are fans of magic in every form. Costumes and characters are encouraged, though not required, so everyone can enjoy a realm that reflects the stories they love, the games they play, and the wands they wave.

Fall Fling features a steady stream of cash drawings, with $100 awarded every hour, $50 every half hour, and $25 every quarter hour, culminating in a $1,000 grand prize drawing. A $5 donation includes a dine-in meal, limited to one meal per person. Tickets are available at the bar or through a Legionnaire officer.

Explore the Haunted Castle with the lights turned up for a gentler take on the usual nighttime scares. This all-ages experience is ideal for young visitors and for adults who prefer a milder thrill. Admission is $5, and tickets are available online or in person.

Co-hosted with Vessel Refillery, this annual boo-tique fest blends shopping and seasonal fun with music from a DJ and special savings. Browse vendors, take part in crafts, and sample treats at a candy bar. Find hair sparkle, face painting, and henna, and grab something tasty from a food and coffee truck.

BEAT Ensemble offers musical play for children ages 5 to 12 in a supportive group setting. This monthly program centers on rhythm, collaboration, and creativity, giving young musicians a chance to explore sound with boomwhackers, Orff instruments, and a range of percussion. Each session features a playful theme that helps participants keep the beat, make music as a team, and build confidence through self-expression. The environment is inclusive and welcoming so kids of all abilities can connect and make music together, including families who may have limited access to music opportunities. Class size is limited to 10 participants. Children may attend independently or with a parent or support staff. Registration closes 48 hours before the session begins. If accommodations are needed, share those details during registration. Sweetwater and the instructor will provide reasonable accommodations, except for one-on-one support, which must be supplied by the participant’s own support person. Pricing starts at $10.