Family Fanatic With high-quality attractions, affordable admissions, and that big-city, small-town feel – families LOVE Fort Wayne! And when you visit, you become a part of that Fort Wayne family, too! FRIDAY Night: Kick off your first night with a TinCaps Baseball game! Grab a classic hot dog and kick back on a stadium seat or picnic on the lawn for a fun-filled intro to Fort Wayne. Be sure to stick around for the post-game fireworks!
SATURDAY Morning: After breakfast, head to the Fort Wayne Zoo to feed the stingrays and giraffes, ride a dugout canoe through the Outback, and swing through Bamboo Forest – a 2-story ropes course with 27 different obstacles. All while discovering 40 acres of animal encounters, including the new Coastal Cove with California sea lions and harbor seals. Noon: Grab some pizza for lunch from 816 Pint & Slice, Papi’s Pizza, Giordano’s, or Big Apple Pizza. Or, try something new at Davey’s Delicious Bagels with their legendary steamed bagel sandwiches. After lunch, stroll through the lush gardens at the Botanical Conservatory, with interactive exhibits and calming water features. 12 | VisitFortWayne
Night: Grab dinner at Nori for some Asian Fusion or dig into Shigs in Pit BBQ. Then spend the evening bowling, competing in a game of mini golf, go-karting, and playing laser tag at Crazy Pinz, Lazer X, Putt-Putt, Combat Ops, Ducky’s, or Mitchell’s Venue. Insider Tip: We know sometimes the main attraction for families is a hotel pool! If you’re looking to stay at a hotel with a pool, filter the amenities when browsing for the perfect place to stay at VisitFortWayne.com/Hotels.
SUNDAY Morning: Enjoy a stroll and a splash at Promenade Park! With the winding Kids’ Canal and splash pad, porch swings and yard games, scenic Tree Canopy Trail, and accessible playground, there are activities for the whole family around every corner. Add to the adventure with a kayak or paddleboard rental from Fort Wayne Outfitters. Noon: Before you head out of town, take the adventure indoors to Science Central for more than 200 hands-on exhibits and activities that promote learning while having fun. See a live science experiment in the demo theater, splash in the water zone, and discover the new planetarium.