This weekend in Fort Wayne, IN

Take on 13.1 miles at the Fort4Fitness Fall Festival half marathon. The route begins outside Parkview Field and travels through Fort Wayne neighborhoods, with enthusiastic spectators, community groups, and live music providing steady encouragement. Expect a well organized course with plenty of support along the way. A finisher medal awaits at the end. Whether it is your first half or your fiftieth, this race welcomes runners of all experience levels.

Explore Southside Farmers Market and wander through stalls featuring produce vendors, handmade goods, antiques, and assorted odds and ends. Take in live music while you browse, and linger for friendly conversation along the way.

Bring unwanted items to dispose of at Beacon Heights Church of the Brethren. Please note that tires, paint, batteries, and TVs are not accepted, and additional items may be added to the restrictions.

Fort4Fitness Fall Festival 10K features a 6.2 mile route for runners and walkers through historic Fort Wayne neighborhoods. Participants pass notable churches while local groups and spectators line the course to cheer them on.

A four mile walk and run leads participants through Downtown Fort Wayne and concludes with an exciting finish inside Parkview Field.

Enjoy a community gathering for makers that begins with tours of the TekVenture makerspace, then continues with an evening of games. Attendees are welcome to bring a dish to share for a potluck. This event is free and open to everyone, including nonmembers. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Donations to the 501(c)(3) nonprofit are appreciated.

Celebrate a Candy Land themed father daughter dance featuring music, dancing, and sweet treats. The atmosphere centers on fun and laughter while creating lasting memories together. Registration is available.

KOI Drag Racing brings a huge truck race to The Woodburn Off Road Alliance, with multiple classes and a bigger field anticipated than last year’s event that featured some of the fastest trucks around. Class entry is $10, while Diesels, Hot Gas, and Open Trucks are $20. Added payouts include $1,000 in Work Stock Diesel, $1,000 in Hot Street Diesel, and $1,000 in Modified Diesel. Practice and registration take place before classes begin, and more added money for the trucks will be announced.

Back for another round by popular demand, LIVE⚡️WIRE brings an 80s rock party to the Redwood Inn patio, highlighting the era’s anthems and radio hits. Dress the part with spandex and big hair to amplify the throwback vibe. The patio offers ample lawn space, and bringing lawn chairs is recommended for added comfort.

At Arts United Center, a true-story musical retells how the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland, opened its doors when 38 planes were diverted there, bringing 6,579 travelers from 100 countries. An ordinary day turned into an overnight gathering as locals eased culture and language gaps with music, an open bar, and generous hospitality, affirming a feeling of global kinship. With book, music, and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, this PG-13 production shares a spirited portrait of compassion in extraordinary circumstances. The production is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International, and all authorized performance materials are supplied by MTI.

96.3XKE presents Rumours ATL, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac that celebrates the band’s legacy with passionate, faithful performances. Expect soaring vocals, shimmering harmonies, and a stage show crafted to echo the group’s prime-era magic, from the haunting pull of Rhiannon to the driving rush of Go Your Own Way. Each musician steps into the essence of a classic band member, with close attention to detail that makes the experience feel immersive and true to the originals. The set blends nostalgia with fresh insights, encouraging the crowd to dance, sing along, and rediscover what makes these songs timeless. This all ages event is general admission standing room, and tickets start at $15.

At American Legion Post 47, this event features a spacious dance floor and a friendly crowd. There is ample room to move and a warm, welcoming atmosphere throughout the event.

Enjoy live entertainment featuring bands from Fort Wayne, along with specials on drinks and food. There is no cover charge. Extensive renovations include a refreshed stage and upgraded lighting.

Crate diggers and music lovers will find more than 60,000 records, CDs, cassettes, and collectibles spread across 70 tables at the Fort Wayne Record Show. The Classic Cafe Catering & Event Center hosts a marketplace of pre-owned and new LPs and 45s, vintage stereo equipment, record care supplies, posters, T-shirts, and other music memorabilia. Inventory ranges from bargain finds to hard-to-locate rarities with a strong showing of classic rock, pop, 80s, and metal, along with punk, soul, R&B, jazz, hip-hop, country, bluegrass, soundtracks, oddities, and more. Early entry is available for $5, while general admission is free. Door prize drawings include items from BCW Record Supplies and $25 shopping certificates. Cash is preferred, though many vendors also accept cards and popular digital payment apps, and there is an ATM and a food truck on site.

Explore an expo filled with reptiles, amphibians, tropical birds, and other small exotic animals. Expect snakes, lizards, and frogs among a wide variety of species, with chances to get hands-on and learn about them, plus the option to take some home. Knowledgeable animal experts will be available to answer questions and help with selecting the right pet. The floor plan features a roomy setup with generous walkways so you can move comfortably and browse at your own pace. In addition to the animals, find feeders and a full range of habitat essentials, including new and preowned tanks and enclosures, as well as heating, lighting, filters, substrate, and other supplies, making it simple to bring a new companion home.

The Out of the Darkness Walk brings the Fort Wayne community together at Headwaters Park to raise awareness and support suicide prevention. Registration and community activations take place first, followed by an opening ceremony that includes the Honor Bead Ceremony, and the walk begins afterward. Funds raised benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, advancing research, science-based education, advocacy, and programs that offer hope and help while also supporting survivors of suicide loss. AFSP’s Indiana Chapter has earned national recognition, receiving the Richard E. Kirkoff Overall Chapter of the Year award in 2023 and Mid-size Market Chapter of the Year in 2024 and 2025. For questions about this walk, contact Kim Hatfield at fortwayneootd@gmail.com. To connect with the Indiana Chapter, email Indiana@afsp.org.

Enjoy a mix of action at Combat Ops Entertainment with four 30 minute sessions that include laser tag, Nerf tag, gel blaster, and axe throwing. Admission is $28 per guest.

A remote Newfoundland community known as the Rock becomes an unexpected haven when 38 planes carrying 6,579 people from 100 countries are diverted to its airstrip. This true-story musical follows Gander as an average day transforms into a community-wide welcome, with residents bridging language and cultural differences through music and even an open bar, and discovering a shared sense of global family. Book, music and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. Rated PG-13. Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International, with all authorized performance materials supplied by MTI.

BEAT Ensemble is a once-a-month musical play experience for children ages 5 to 12 that focuses on rhythm, teamwork, and creativity in a welcoming group environment. Each themed session offers hands-on time with boomwhackers, Orff instruments, and a range of percussion so beginners and experienced kids alike can take part. Participants practice keeping the beat, collaborating as a group, and building confidence through self-expression and sound exploration while connecting with peers in an inclusive setting that supports a wide range of abilities. Class size is limited to 10 participants, and children may attend independently or with a parent or support staff. Registration closes 48 hours before the session begins. If accommodations are needed, families can share details during registration so Sweetwater and the instructor can provide reasonable supports, with the exception of one-on-one aid, which must be provided by the participant’s own support person. Pricing starts at $10.