Fort Wayne
Today
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The YLNI Farmers Market kicked off its summer season on Saturday, May 2 in downtown near Barr and Berry Streets, featuring local vendors offering produce and handmade items. It will run every Saturday until at least September. WOWO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gray Media and DISH Network reached an agreement to restore Gray Media stations to the DISH lineup, including WPTA, effective immediately, allowing customers to access 21Alive News, ABC, NBC & CW programs on DISH. 21Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne’s Public Works Division invites residents to join a design workshop that reimagines southeast corridors for safer, more vibrant streets. The three-day event began Saturday on Hanna Street Trail and continues Tuesday at the Public Safety Academy (community feedback will help plan improvements). 21Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On April 27, Parkview Health reported its rates were 203 percent of Medicare in the inaugural review of 2025 plans—well below the 260 percent benchmark. The program saves employers 25 percent versus networks and serves 65,000 employees and 4,800 employers through a local partnership with Three Rivers Federal Credit Union. Around Fort Wayne
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Visit Fort Wayne earned the Emerging Sports Destination Award for Accessibility at the 2026 Petey Awards in Las Vegas (Apr. 28) and was named a Sports ETA Best Event Finalist. The city will host the Compete Adaptive Sports Summit at Turnstone in August to showcase adaptive sports venues. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ Fort Wayne FC will host Charlotte Independence at Ruoff Mortgage Stadium on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. as crews continue building seating, parking, and other stadium features affected by winter delays; officials say both temporary and permanent amenities will improve in the coming weeks. WOWO
- ➤ Fort Wayne FC played their first match (debut game) at Ruoff Mortgage Stadium and ended with a 2-2 draw against Charlotte Independence after four goals were scored in the opening 15 minutes. The result offers local fans a taste of competitive soccer as the new venue prepares for future matches. WFFT-TV
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Project Ballet: The Wizard of Oz
6-9 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Buy Tickets — Enjoy a captivating performance of the beloved Wizard of Oz with over 100 local dancers on stage.
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Katsura Sunshine Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of humor and cultural storytelling with renowned Rakugo artist Katsura Sunshine.
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Jake Shimabukuro Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Clyde Theatre — Tickets from $52 — Experience the magic of ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro live in Fort Wayne.
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Beloit Sky Carp vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps
6:59-8:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting baseball showdown perfect for family entertainment.
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Northeast Indiana Disabilities Expo
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Free admission — Explore over 120 exhibitors and engage with essential resources for individuals with disabilities.
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Beloit Sky Carp vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps
1:05-2:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy family-friendly baseball action at the award-winning Parkview Field.
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Musical Mornings – Violin Duo Performance
10 AM — Crescendo Coffee & More — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful morning with live violin music by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic.
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Kevin Smith Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with the iconic writer and comedian Kevin Smith.
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Fort Wayne Philharmonic: Big Beethoven Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — PFW Music Center — Tickets required — Experience Beethoven's masterpieces including the Emperor Concerto and Symphony No. 9 in a grand finale performance.
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Eco Fest
12-5 p.m. — Headwaters Park — Free entry — Celebrate community sustainability with eco-friendly fun at a family-friendly festival.
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