The best things to do in Marion

“Straightforward accommodations in a relaxed golf resort offering buffet dining, a pro shop & a gym.”

“Community-centric country club offering a challenging golf course, a junior swim program, and event space.”

“Shoaff Park Golf Course is an 18-hole, all par-3 setup that’s ideal for beginners and for sharpening the short game, with small greens that make long-iron tee shots count. Low-pressure vibes, quick loops, and a driving range nearby... perfect excuse to sneak in swings this week.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 8, 2026

“Work stressing you out? All the Rage Fort Wayne lets you gear up to smash a roomful of breakables, or switch lanes with a Paint Splatter session where you fling color at a canvas and your friends, and you actually get to take your masterpiece home. Fort Wayne therapy, upgraded.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Whether you’re craving a serene round and those beautiful course views, a relaxed dinner with creative seasonal menus, or winter tennis and pickleball, Fort Wayne Country Club brings the social, athletic, and family vibes together.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Indie. and Hollywood flicks in a comfortable setting featuring food, wine and beer.”

“Whispering Hills Golf Course is a nine-hole loop with big greens, elevated tees and greens, bunkers on nearly every hole, and water on six, which makes it sneaky-challenging without eating your whole day. Easy pick for a quick after-work round or weekend tune-up.”

From the Greenwood newsletter, August 21, 2026

“Autumn Ridge Golf Course Inc is that country club alternative locals actually like, with 18 distinct holes where water keeps you honest on 15, a tranquil neighborhood backdrop, and relaxed dining after the round. Book it this week, remind your irons who’s boss.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 30, 2026

“Golf club featuring a course, dining, and holiday decorations.”

“Lively joint featuring dart battles axe throwing mini golf and an arcade specializing in high-tech laser tag using cutting-edge equipment.”

“Riverbend Golf Course delivers a classic 18-hole Ernie Schrock design from 1972 along the St. Joseph River, with fast, well-kept greens and a mix of holes that actually make you use every club. Sneak in a round this week, then refuel at the full service bar with grilled burgers, dogs and brats.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 29, 2026

“Landmark Keystone Art Cinema is a go-to for independent, foreign language, and documentary films, all presented on 7 DLP digital screens. Grab something from the full bar, relax in the Indie Lounge, or take your drink into the auditorium and enjoy something off the beaten path.”

“If your algorithm keeps serving the same old explosions, Cinema Center shakes things up with indie gems, documentaries, and art-house runs plus thoughtful series, special events, and the homegrown Hobnobben Film Festival.”

“Coyote Creek Golf Club is Fort Wayne’s premier private track with 18 holes, a massive practice setup including range, short-game areas, and one of Northeast Indiana’s largest putting greens. PGA staff and modern tech make lessons click, plus the course once hosted the PGA TOUR’s Fort Wayne Open.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 19, 2026

“Since 1924, Rustic Driving Range and Mini Golf has delivered true mini golf on natural grass with trees, obstacles, and long par-4s and par-5s that play like tiny fairways. Rally the crew, chase a low score, then picnic or hit the range for extra swings.”

From the Lawrence newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Family and company-friendly attraction where contestants try to outscore each other in games based on TV shows like Jeopardy and Family Feud.”

“Family owned since 1968, Colonial Oaks Golf Club is a mature, walkable public track in Fort Wayne with bent grass from tee to green and grand oaks everywhere. Bogey Creek sneaks across ten times, water and well-placed bunkers keep things honest, and leagues plus tournaments make it easy to jump in.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 14, 2026

“Upgrade your weekend with Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park at Eagle Creek Park, where you’ll soar on ziplines up to 305 feet, tackle 40 high-ropes obstacles, take the leap on Tarzan swings, then cool down with Forest EscAPE, a cryptid-themed, puzzle-filled romp through the woods.”

From the Lawrence newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Long-running chain of recreation centers for mini-golf; some feature arcades & other attractions.”

“Foster Park Golf Course delivers tree-lined views, greens guarded by the occasional bunker, and a layout that quietly makes you reach for every club. Easy to walk and currently in a restoration groove with a temporary 13th green, it’s a reliable, hometown round.”

“Par-70 golf course featuring tree-lined fairways, a driving range & private instruction.”

“Fort Wayne Outfitters & Bike Depot has bike rentals, kayak and canoe rentals, and bike service and repair, plus a lineup of road, mountain, commuter and electric bikes with helmets, lights, and other gear. Make this the week you ride or paddle for real.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 10, 2026

“Pirates Quest at Royal Pin Woodland brings backyard bragging rights with two outdoor 18-hole courses decked out in pirate-y sculptures and splashy water features. It’s an easy win for a low-stress weeknight hang, family smack-talk, or birthday crews, letting you trade errands for treasure-hunting putts.”

From the Lawrence newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Golfers can play at this public course just 2 miles from downtown Indianapolis.”

“Fort Wayne’s original laser tag spot since 1995, Ultrazone Family Entertainment delivers fast-paced matches in a multi-level arena plus a lobby full of arcade games. This week, grab friends, kids, or coworkers and “Own the Zone” with four party packages that make birthdays and team outings actually fun.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 25, 2026

“If you’re itching to play a classic layout that doesn’t beat you up, Brookwood Golf Club brings an 18-hole regulation course with multiple tee boxes, a walkable 9-hole par-3, and a legit practice range, plus a full-service pro shop, restaurant, and bar.”

“Fort Wayne Escape Room serves up story-driven challenges that feel like movie sets. Assemble the friend group, pick your poison, from dream-hopping Inception to Deep Space rescue to a medieval jailbreak from Queen Lannister to a Taken-style escape, then prove you’re smarter than a countdown.”

From the Fort Wayne newsletter, August 31, 2026

“When your flipper fingers need a workout, Fort Wayne Pinball - Wizards World packs 177+ vintage and modern machines and is among the biggest pinball collections in the country, with weekly tournaments and a laid-back community vibe that makes it dangerously easy to chase one more high score.”

From the Mishawaka newsletter, September 1, 2026