Downtown

Zip Code: 46802 The urban center of northeast Indiana, Downtown Fort Wayne is a meeting place where the city’s three rivers converge, and where people from all walks of life come together by streets, bike paths, riverboats, and bus stops.  Here, residents enjoy the perks of urban living in historic houses dating back to the Canal Era or modern lofts. Stroll the streets, and you’ll find dozens of local bars, eateries, and boutiques; a vibrant arts campus; and America’s best minor league baseball experience—all within walking distance.

Downtown Fort Wayne’s expansion brings services and community to Wells Street and Broadway businesses

The recently approved expansion of Downtown Fort Wayne into the Wells Street Corridor and Broadway has already shown benefits to its many businesses.

Cinema Center: Fostering community and conversation through film for 50 years

To celebrate its anniversary, the Cinema Center is aiming to raise $100,000 to repair and upgrade the theater in downtown Fort Wayne.

‘Come as you are’: Fort Wayne Civic Theatre’s ‘Footloose’ production is setting a new standard for accessibility

Leveraging Arts United Center renovations and a 'come as you are' approach, Fort Wayne Civic Theatre's Footloose is pioneering a new benchmark for inclusivity.

How volunteers and local businesses are supporting 160 miles of trails

Fort Wayne Trails counters thin budgets by launching volunteer "soft maintenance" and partnering with local businesses for trail amenities.

Fort Wayne Trails: A merger that changed how the city moves

Fort Wayne Trails, established in 2011, unified trail advocacy groups, building over 160 miles of trails for recreation, commuting, and safer transportation.

The sacred and the creative: How Fort Wayne churches champion the arts

Three local church leaders share how their congregations are showing up to advance the arts and cultural scene.

#PlacesofNEI: Katey’s Cafe on Berry Street

Katey's Cafe features a breakfast and lunch menu, as well as a variety of coffees, smoothies and snacks.

#PlacesofNEI: A second chance for Holly Shopping in downtown Fort Wayne

After heavy snow on Small Business Saturday that lowered attendance, Holly Shopping is coming back to downtown Fort Wayne again on Dec. 20.

The Fort Wayne School of Art is Giving People of All Ages the Chance to Learn and Create

The newly opened Fort Wayne School of Art provides a creative outlet for children and adults through classes and events.

#PlacesofNEI: Spectacular Displays at the Festival of Gingerbread

Until December 21, over 180 gingerbread creations from regional artists of all ages are on display at the History Center.

Our Partners

Visit Wabash County

Don't miss out!

Stay informed, inspired, and one step ahead with our weekly newsletter.

Close the CTA

Already a subscriber? Enter your email to hide this popup in the future.