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Adventure Awaits: A Complete Guide to Family Fun in Fort Wayne, Indiana.


Fort Wayne Business Journal shares what Hoosier Quality Cleaning has for events going on in the Fort Wayne, Indiana area. If you looking for things to do with the kids this summer then check out Hoosier Quality Cleaning in Fort Wayne.

School's out, sunshine's in, and the adventure of summer awaits! As the final school bell rings, the hustle of homework and early mornings gives way to the sweet sound of freedom. Families everywhere are ready to embrace the season of sunshine, ice cream, and endless possibilities. But what to do with all that newfound time? Fear not, Hoosier Quality Cleaning is here to help! This ultimate guide is your go-to resource for a summer packed with unforgettable experiences—from fairs to chalk walks, splash pads to parks, and so much more you’re sure to find something to do with the whole family. So grab your sunscreen, pack the snacks, and let the summer fun begin!


Pop-Up Summer Events in Fort Wayne, Indiana


June

Princess Day - June 14th from 10a-2p at Huntertown Family Park - free admission and meet and greet with royal guests. While you’re there enjoy shopping local vendors and delicious bites from select food trucks 

Address- 2303 Woods Road Huntertown IN, 46748


Allen County Fair- June 17th-22nd - throughout the duration of the fair enjoy animal shows, carnival rides, food trucks, demo derby, hot air balloon flight, live music and so much more. General admission is $10 Tuesday-Saturday and $5 on Sunday, kids 5 and under are free. Parking is free. Some activities require addition purchase 

Address- 2726 Carroll Road Fort Wayne, IN 46818


Repunzel at The Allen County Fair - June 18th from 3p-4p - While you’re at the fair don’t forget to stop and say hi to Repunzel for a free meet and greet! 

Address- 2726 Carroll Road Fort Wayne, IN 46818


Moana’s Enchanted River Excursion - June 22nd 11am & 12pm  - Embark on a journey down the St Mary’s River for an unforgettable experience with Moana on the Sweet Breeze Canal Boat and photos and autographs and an on-shore craft! Tickets are $22. 

Address- 202 W Superior St Fort Wayne, IN 46808


Kids Night Out and Kids Market - June 25th from 5p-8p at Schnelker Park - Head out to Schnelker Park for fun activities, entertainment, food, and a special kids entrepreneur market! 

Address- 1001 Prospect Ave New Haven IN 46774



July

Big Fort Fest - June 10-12 at Headwaters Park. Three days of live music, food trucks, kids performances, petting zoo, free kid activities, and more. Hours are Thursday 4p-10p, Friday and Saturday 11a-10p

More information- https://bigfortfest.com

Address- 333 S Clinton St Fort Wayne, IN 46802


Big Fun Fest - July 12 - 11a-6p kids free event at Big Fort Fest with bounce houses, dance parties, games, activity stations, and more 

Address- 333 S Clinton St Fort Wayne, IN 46802


Chalk Walk- July 12-13 - celebrate the 25th year of the Fort Wayne Museum of Art Chalk Walk 

Address- 311 W Main Street Fort Wayne, IN 46802


Fort Wayne Air Show- July 12-13 gates open at 9am, show is from 11a-4p  - the Air Show is back and the Thunderbirds are the headliner! General admission and parking are free. Premium seating available for purchase but tickets are limited - 

Address- near the Fort Wayne airport, directions will be posted to the website soon


August

Fort Wayne Dragon Boat Races - August 1-2 - on Friday night enjoy the dragon boat opening ceremony featuring live music, local food, traditional dancing and floating fire pits. Saturday morning is when the races begin with additional activities including local food, kids activities and more. All events are free and open to the public 

Address- 201 E Superior St Fort Wayne, IN 46802



Fun Things To Do All Summer Long

Fort Wayne Zoo - Visit our zoo for a delightful day of animal observation, enjoying a delicious lunch, and taking a scenic train or boat ride General admission $22, kids 12 and under $20 

More information- https://fwzoo.com

Address: 3411 Sherman Blvd Fort Wayne, IN 46808


Science Central - Enjoy all things science with tons of interactive exhibits for the whole family to enjoy. General admission $11 

Address: 1950 N Clinton St Fort Wayne, IN  46805


Tincaps games- 

Enjoy a home baseball game at Parkview Field as you cheer on our local Tincaps! 

Address: 1301 Ewing St Fort Wayne, IN  46802


Botanical Conservatory- Enjoy the Color in Motion exhibit until June 22nd. Observe beautiful butterflies in the live butterfly exhibit and walk through an epic display of multicolored flowers and foliage. Then from June 28th - November 16th head back to check out their upcoming showcase exhibit  ‘Something Blue” to see the conservatory transform into an entirely different experience. General admission $7, kids 3-17 $5, 2 and under free 

Address: 1100 S Calhoun St Fort Wayne, IN 46802



Sky Zone- Jump, Dunk, Dodge, Climb, and explore all the great attractions sky zone has to offer! Pricing is $26.99 for 90 minutes or $39.99 for the day 

Address: 401 Fernhill Ave Fort Wayne, IN  46805


Kid Empire- Perfect for kids that love to run, climb, and slide! Kid empire is a large indoor playground with a separate infant section so the littles can have their own space to play. Kids 1-17 are $19.90 for the day, infants 0-11 months free. Two free adult entries per child 

Address: 4130 W Jefferson Blvd Fort Wayne, IN  46804


Crazy Pinz- Crazy Pinz has a wide range of attractions including bowling, laser tag, mini golf, ropes course, food, drinks, go karts, and so much more with a wide range of pricing, there’s something for everyone here! 

Address: 1414 Northland Blvd Fort Wayne, IN  46825



Combat Ops- Another great location with a lot to do! They have axe throwing, arcades, laser tag, nerf tag, mini golf, food, drinks, and more. The whole family will be entertained. 

Address: 702 Ley Rd Fort Wayne, IN  46825


Putt Putt- At Putt Putt everyone can compete in a round of mini golf, race around the go kart track, or collect tickets at the arcade to trade in for prizes. Pricing for each attraction is 

Golf: single course $10, two course $15, three course $20 kids three and under are free. 

Go karts: single ride $9, two rides $14, three rides $18 per person. Passenger riders are free. 

Address: 4530 Speedway Dr Fort Wayne, IN  46825



Fort Wayne Museum of Art- Take a walk through the art museum and witness stunning creations. General admission is $10 for adults, $8 for students, $25 for families 

More information: https://fwmoa.org

Address: 311 E Main St Fort Wayne, IN  46802



Fox Island and Metea Park- Enjoy time outside by taking a hike through the trails of our county parks, go fishing, bring your dog(s) to the doggie beach at Fox Island and finish the trip with a nice picnic under one of the picnic shelters. Admission is $3 per person 7 and over, children under 7 are free. Annual passes are also available for individuals and families for $20-45 and includes entry to both Fox Island and Metea Park.

Address: Fox Island- 7324 Yohne Rd Fort Wayne, IN  46809 

Metea Park- 8401 Union Chapel Rd Fort Wayne, IN  46845


Power Up Action Park- Enjoy a ninja ropes course, arcades, bowling, slides, and more at power up action park! Weekday passes are $20 for the day and Weekend Passes are $23 for the day

Address: 5310 Merchandise Dr Fort Wayne, IN 46825


Ultrazone- Have some fun with family competition by dividing into teams or teaming up for an exciting round of laser tag! Pricing per person is 1 game $9, 2 games $17, 3 games $24. All you can play available on Fridays 7p-12a, Saturdays and Sundays 12p-4p for $25. Arcades also available with purchase of a arcade game card 

More information: https://ultrazoneftw.com

Address: 1104 W Coliseum Blvd Fort Wayne, IN 46808 


Fun City Adventure Park- Slide, Climb, Jump, and Explore all the attractions at Fun City Adventure Park! With a wide array of things to do everyone is sure to be entertained. Pricing per person is 1 hr $20, 1.5 hours $24, 2 hours $27, all day $24. Toddler pricing (42” and below) 1 hr $17, 1.5 hours $20, 2 hours $22, all day $20

Address: 6325 W Jefferson Blvd Fort Wayne, IN 46804


Fort Wayne Pinball- Each game ranges from $0.25-$1 depending on which of the 177+ pinball machines you choose! 

Address: 14613 Lima Rd Fort Wayne, IN 46818


Fort Wayne Firefighters Museum- Take a trip through the past as you learn about the history of the Fort Wayne Fire Department. To visit the museum admission is $6 for adults, $3 for kids 3-17, and 2 and under are free. 

Address: 226 W Washington Blvd Fort Wayne, IN 46802




Free Things To Do In Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne Public Art Trail- download the free public art digital pass for a complete map and guide to downtown Fort Wayne’s public art! 


Visit the public library- find a branch near you: https://www.acpl.lib.in.us


Browse the Fort Wayne Farmers Market at Electric Works: every Saturday from 9a-1p

More information: 

Address- 1020 Swinney Ave Fort Wayne, IN 46802


Fort Wayne Outdoor Pass- download the free outdoor pass to discover all the best spots to hike, bike, and paddle in Fort Wayne 


Visit, play, and explore, one of our 80+ parks in the area- list of parks: https://www.visitfortwayne.com/things-to-do/parks-and-outdoors/parks-and-trails/


Enjoy one of the 9 splash pads in Fort Wayne-  Kreager Park- 7225 N River Rd Fort Wayne, IN 46815

Buckner Park- 6114 Bass Rd Fort Wayne, IN 46808

Franklin School Park- 1903 St Mary’s Ave Fort Wayne, IN 46808

McCormick Park- 3530 Harvester Ave Fort Wayne, IN 46803

Memorial Park- 2301 Glasgow Ave Fort Wayne, IN 46803

Promenade Park- 202 W Superior St Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Robert E Meyers Park- 1301 Ewing St Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Shoaff Park- 6401 St Joe Rd Fort Wayne, IN 46835

Waynedale Park- 2900 Koons St Fort Wayne, IN  46809



Summer offers a fantastic opportunity for families to come together, explore new experiences, and create lasting memories. Whether you're diving into water activities, embarking on nature hikes, or enjoying one of the upcoming festivals, the activities listed in this guide are designed to bring everyone closer while making the most of the sunny days ahead. So gather your loved ones, make a plan, and seize the season! Embrace the joy of summer and enjoy the beautiful moments that come from spending quality time together. Here’s to a fun-filled summer of laughter and adventure! Hoosier Quality Cleaning wish you the best summer.





 
 
 

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