Entertainment
Whether you enjoy the arts, sports, museums, or cultural tourist attractions, you will find something in Fort Wayne to entertain you! We offer some suggestions below:
Arts History Sports Family entertainment
| Arts |
Embassy Centre
121 W. Jefferson Blvd., (260) 424-5665
The Embassy Theatre presents over 40 performances each year in addition to housing touring companies, concert tours, dance, lectures, and community events. This 1928 historic theatre serves over 200,000 patrons each year and the Embassy Box Office sells tickets for Embassy events and serves as a Ticketmaster outlet.
Fort Wayne Cinema Center
437 E. Berry St., (260) 426-3456
Cinema Center shows the films you can't see anywhere else in Northeast Indiana -- independent, foreign, classic and documentary. Call 426-FILM anytime for shows and times.
Fort Wayne Philharmonic
Box Office, 121 W. Jefferson Blvd., (260) 424-5665
The Fort Wayne Philharmonic is a professional orchestra serving the Northeast Indiana region. Led by Music Director Edvard Tchivzhel, the orchestra performs an extensive repertoire of traditional and contemporary orchestral music.
Fort Wayne Museum of Art
311 E. Main St.
(260) 422-6467
This contemporary museum offers artworks from its own permanent collections as well as national traveling exhibitions, classes, lectures, and a museum gift shop. It houses a 1,300-piece collection of 19th- and 20th-century art and highlights major exhibitions from museums throughout the United States. A special hands-on education gallery makes learning about art a fun experience for youngsters. Take in classes, workshops, lectures and other special events and don't forget to stop by the gift shop. Price: $3 adults; $8 families; $2 kind-college / Hours: Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun 12 p.m.-5 p.m.
Cathedral Museum
Calhoun & Lewis Streets
(260) 424-1485
A classic example of Gothic architecture, the Cathedral of the Immaculater Conception’s wood carved sanctuary and Stations of the Cross are an example of woodcarving art at its finest. The Bavarian stained glass windows are said to be the finest of their kind in all the Western Hemisphere. Cathedral restored in 1998. The Cathedral Museum houses religious artifacts dating back to the mid-13th century. Individual and group guided tours are available upon request. Cathedral Church open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Museum hours: Wed-Fri 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 2nd & 4th Sun 12-3 p.m.
| History |
The Lincoln Museum
200 E. Berry St.
(260) 455-3864
Few presidents have left a legacy as memorable as that of Abraham Lincoln, and nowhere is it presented as it is in this museum. The award-winning permanent exhibit, Abraham Lincoln and the American Experiment, includes 11 exhibit galleries featuring hundreds of artifacts from Lincoln's era. Eighteen interactive exhibits allow visitors to read Lincoln's mail, decorate the White House or fight a Civil War battle. Visitors may also match wits with the 16th President by sitting in his office and dealing with the issues of the day. There are four theaters and an array of Lincoln family photos as well as a somber look at the aftermath of Lincoln's assassination. A recent and important museum acquisition is a rare edition of The Emancipation Proclamation, signed by Lincoln in 1864. It is only one of eight in the world in public collections and ahs the distinction of being the only on on permanent public display. The Lincoln Museum also features one of the largest museum stores in Indiana. Open Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun 1-5 p.m. Plan to spend one half to two hours to see everything in the museum. Group tours are welcome. Wheelchairs are available. Free parking. Bus parking is also available.
Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum
1600 S. Wayne St., Auburn
(260) 925-1444
America's favorite classic cars fill the 1930 art deco showrooms of the former Auburn Automobile Company. More than 100 antique, vintage, classic and special-interest cars, from horseless carriages of the 19th century to muscle cars of the present, fill two floors of the historic building. Learn how the innovative cars of the classic era made their mark on our automobile industry. The Duesy Shop carries interesting gift items. Open 7 days a week from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society
15808 Edgerton Rd. - New Haven
(260) 493-0765
The Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society is home to steam locomotive 765, which has operated excursions throughout the Midwest. The Society's collection includes a smaller switching steam locomotive, two wooden cabooses, a 200-ton wrecker, a diesel locomotive and other historic railroad equipment. You can tour the facility and talk to the people who maintain and operate this historic rail equipment, sit in the engineer's seat of a 400-ton iron horse and get a conductor's eye view from a 100-year-old caboose. Visit during our annual open house in August and take a 20-minute ride in a vintage caboose. For the ultimate railfan experience, the Society offers and Engineer For an Hour program. You'll receive an hour of instruction on general railroading, air brake operation, and diesel locomotive operation. Then you'll climb aboard the Society's 44-ton diesel locomotive and spend the next hour operating actual railroad equipment. The Society is open most Saturdays. Call for information.
| Sports |
Fort Wayne Komet Hockey Club
Memorial Coliseum
(260) 483-1111
The longest continuously running sports franchise in Fort Wayne. The 2001-2002 season is the team's 50th consecutive year in the city, the franchise's third season in the United Hockey League. All home games are played at Memorial Coliseum.
Fort Wayne Wizards Baseball
Memorial Stadium
(260) 483-1111 (ticket office)
(260) 482-6400 (general office)
This professional baseball team is the Class-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres in the Midwest Baseball League. 2002 marks the Wizards' 10th anniversary season.
Trackside
1820 W. Washington Center Road
(260) 490-9006
Trackside offers wagering on horse racing from the greatest tracks in the country. Admission free. Trackside also offers a selection of dining options.
Key Lanes
2200 Goshen Rd.
(260) 482-1800
A complete bowling center -- offering fun for the whole family! Restaurant, lounge, and group discounts available.
Autumn Ridge Golf Course
11420 Old Auburn Rd.
(260) 637-8727
Autumn Ridge offers country club conditions in a public setting. Four sets of bent grass tees give way to bent grass fairways on each hole. 17 lakes and 70 sand traps will challenge beginners and experienced golfers. W = $45 10a.m. - 3 p.m., $32 before 10 a.m. and after 3 p.m.; WE = $45 before 3 p.m., $32 after 3p.m.
Canterbury Green Golf Course & Country Club
2727 Canterbury Blvd.
(260) 486-7888
18-hole golf course and 18-hole miniature golf. Gallery lounge. Carts available. Open to the public. Stay-N-Play packages available through the Executive Suites. Call (260) 486-REST. W and WE = $14
Cedar Creek Golf Club
10000 Garman Rd., Leo, IN
(260) 627-5623
This 18-hole semi-private course features a rolling terrain and large, sloped greens. Facility features a full-service bar and snack bar, driving range, and golf shop. Reservations required. Located 20 minutes North of Fort Wayne on Indiana 1. W = $29, WE = $35
Cherry Hill Golf Club
6615 Wheelock Road
(260) 485-8727
Cherry Hill is an 18-hole course complete with one of the area's most complete practice facilities and full-service pro shop. Come and experience the area's only island green. W = $42 10a - 3p, $32 before 10a, after 3p; WE = $42
Chestnut Hills Golf Course
11502 Illinois Road
(260) 625-4146
18-hole Fuzzy Zoeller signature golf course is located 3 miles west of I-69 on Highway 14. Large practice facility, full service golf shop, lessons and memberships available. Public welcome. W = $30 ($42 w/cart); WE = $30 ($42 w/cart)
Eel River Golf Course
1265 N. 950 East ~ Churubusco, IN
(260) 693-3464
18-hole public golf course conveniently located 10 minutes north of Fort Wayne. Full service pro shop. New and renovated equipment and buildings, including indoor golf simulators. W = $16.50 ($23 w/cart); WE = $19.50
Lakeside Golf and Bowling
746 N. Coliseum
(260) 422-8714
A local favorite, Lakeside offers both an 18-hole public course and a 9 hole executive par three course. Enjoy our full service bar and lounge, snack bar, pro shop, and driving range. Located conveniently on Coliseum Boulevard. W = $15.50 ($22 w/cart); WE = $27
Noble Hawk Golf Links
3005 Noble Hawk Drive ~ Kendallville, IN
(260) 349-0900 ~ (888) GOLF-321
Noble Hawk Golf Links is a world class 18-hole public golf course, featuring the area's only Scottish links style design, gently rolling bent grass fairways, large undulating greens, and 14 acres of ponds. W = $24 ($36 w/cart); WE = $28 ($40 w/cart)
Riverbend Golf Course
7207 St Joe Road
(260) 485-2732
Riverbend is a scenic golf course on the banks of the St. Joe River. Its 18 holes of 6406 yards from the white tees prove to be challenging. There is a chipping green, pro shop, snack bar and bar. Carts are available. Outings and special events are welcome. The public is invited.
South Shore Golf Course
10601 N. State Road 13 ~ Syracuse, IN
(260) 457-2832
This 18-hole golf course offers a challenging yet enjoyable day on the course for all skill levels. Driving range, full service restaurant and pro shop complement this facility, located 40 minutes north of Fort Wayne. Take Highway 30 N to 13. W = $20 ($32 w/cart); WE = $26 ($38 w/cart)
The Links of Eagle Glen
129 S. Eagle Glen Trail ~ Columbia City, IN
(260) 248-GOLF
This links style, 18-hole championship golf course features bent grass tees, fairways and greens, and is complemented by a full service snack and pro shop, driving range and event center. Located 20 minutes North of Fort Wayne on Highway 30. W = $28; WE = $38
The Golf Dome
5702 Engle Road
(260) 432-8783
An indoor driving range with personal "T" boxes stations. Practice and fine tune your putting and chipping in comforts of a climate controlled environment. 18 hole miniature golf course and batting cages indoors. Outdoor range and 18 hole pitch-and-putt golf course coming in 2001.
Walnut Creek Golf Course
7453 E 400 S - Marion, IN
(765) 998-7651
Walnut Creek Golf Course is the area's only 36 hole championship golf complex. The courses offer elevation changes up to 40 feet and combine over a dozen lakes and tree lined fairways to challenge even the accomplished golfer. Convenient to I-69.
| Family Entertainment |
Allen County Fairgrounds
Carroll Road, East of Lima Road
(260) 449-4444
The fairgrounds host events such as the 4-H County Fair, Muddy River Run, dances & lessons, computer, gem, antique, bird, cat, dog and reptile shows and more.
The Haunted Castle
(260) 489-1763
Haunted Castle and Black Forest, now in its 21st season, is the premier haunted attraction in the tri-state area. Wednesdays through Saturdays in October.
The Golf Dome Family & Event Center
5702 Engle Road
(260) 432-8783
A complete family entertainment and event center. Facility encompasses over 100,000 square feet of recreation space including a 40-station indoor golf range, 18-hole par 45 miniature golf course, six “ballpark style” bating cages, and ample banquet space. Perfect for company and group events of all sizes. Outdoor golf range also available during summer months.
Fort Wayne Children's Zoo
3411 Sherman Blvd.
(260) 427-6800
Come and enjoy 42 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and find out why 500,000 annual visitors call it the world's finest children's zoo. Journey to the jungle in the award-winning Indonesian Rainforest. Hike through Orangutan Valley and the Tiger Forest or travel to Africa in your own motorized jeep. Take a ride on the world's only Endangered Species Carousel, and make sure you stroll among a mob of kangaroos in the Australian Adventure. In addition, the Children’s Zoo gift shop offers a number of enticing items. Zoo season: April 29 to October 15. Price: $ 5.50 adults; $4 children 2-14; $4 seniors. Hours: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. daily.
Science Central
1950 N. Clinton St.
(260) 424-2400
Hands-on fun is the rule at Science Central, Indiana's interactive science center. We make math, science and technology enjoyable for everyone. Create you own earthquake. Bend your own rainbows. Ride around a track 20 feet up in the air on the high-rail bike! Hold a starfish, make a tornado, walk like an astronaut over a moonscape where you weigh next to nothing. The LaboraSTOREy -- A Store for Science offers merchandise that is fun, educational, affordable and unique! Price: $6 adults; $5 children 3-12; $ 5.50 seniors / Hours: Tues-Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun 12-5 p.m.; closed Mondays.
Fox Island
7324 Yohne Road
(260) 449-3180
Fox Island County Park (605 acres) and Metea County Park (250 acres) are often referred to as "Fort Wayne's best kept secrets." Both parks offer miles of hiking trails, picnic areas, swimming beaches, fishes, cross-country skiing, bird watching and nature study at its best.
