Good morning, Fort Wayne.

Thousands of rubber ducks raced along the St. Marys River at Promenade Park on Saturday, July 26 during the 38th annual Weigand Construction Duck Race.

The fundraiser benefited the Iris Family Support Center and featured live music and food trucks while winners earned cash prizes, including a $5,000 grand prize.

The Ruth Koomler Art Gallery will host Young Artists Live! on Saturday, Aug.

1 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the corner of Jefferson and Broadway where young artists 17 and under will create and display original artwork for visitors to watch and buy.

Fort Wayne native Michael Benner returned home last Saturday for a book signing at Sunbound Books after his children’s book Mac and Cheese: The Origin Story reached No. 1 on the New York Times bestseller list.

Fans listened to him read excerpts and had copies signed at the event.

The History Center will host Miami Indian Heritage Days on Saturday, Aug.

1 at the Chief Richardville House (5705 Bluffton Road) where visitors can join a guided tour of the landmark and view a presentation on Miami Harvest: Edible and Usable Plants and Materials with adult admission at $9.

Country artist Jon Pardi will perform his Gamblin’ Man Tour — a high-energy honky-tonk event — at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum on Sept.

24; tickets go on sale Friday, July 24 at 10:00 a.m. local time with presale starting Tuesday, July 21 at 10:00 a.m.

Fort Wayne families can register for the free Pack 2 School event on August 1 at 918 East Pontiac Street; the event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and offers sports physicals, immunizations, haircuts, braiding, food, games, and live music (volunteers are also needed).

Three Southwest Allen County elementary schools are updating playgrounds for the new academic year with work scheduled to finish at Haverhill on Sept.

2, Aboite on Sept. 18, and Covington on Oct. 2 — a $3.2 million project installing accessible play equipment and turf.

Corn leaf aphids are showing up early in Indiana cornfields and aerial applicators will soon decide if extra treatments are needed.

Dr. Christian Krupke of Purdue University urged growers to check aphid counts and wait until pollination is complete — most fields have passed the key stage.

During their recent six-game series, the Fort Wayne TinCaps drew over 40,000 fans — marking the third time a homestand has exceeded that number and setting a record of 8,048 fans on a non-Fourth of July Thursday.

The team will host Princess Night with a meet-and-greet on Tuesday, Aug. 4.

IJA Welcome Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Cost info not specified — Experience a delightful showcase of juggling talent from around the world at the annual IJA festival.

Tony Dabas Stand-Up Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with New York stand-up comedian Tony Dabas, known for his engaging performances and viral sketches.

Ron Funches Stand-Up Performance

7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of heartwarming comedy with masterful jokes from Ron Funches.

FW Sports Car Club of America Autocross

Rain or Shine — Aug 1-2 — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — $8-$16 — Experience the thrill of autocross racing with various parking options available.

GREASE Musical Performance

Evening — Arts United Center — Check venue for pricing — Experience a time-traveling, hip-shaking, heart-pounding extravaganza with unforgettable songs and electrifying dance numbers.

West Michigan Whitecaps at Fort Wayne TinCaps

6:35 – 7:35 PM — Parkview Field — Enjoy family-friendly entertainment at a thrilling baseball matchup.

West Central Quartet

6-9 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — $5 admission — Experience live music, local food, and cocktails during Summer Nights at the Embassy.

2026 Chamber Golf Expo

9 a.m. — Brookwood Golf Club — Check website for fees — Participate in a fun scramble format tournament with prizes in a community-focused atmosphere.

Deric Cahill Comedy Tour

7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — 2-item minimum — Experience Deric Cahill's bold humor as he navigates the chaos of life with his sharp wit.

The LEGENDS of Def Comedy Jam

6-9 p.m. — Century Music Hall — Resale marketplace tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with Chris Thomas in Fort Wayne.