FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) – Summer has officially started! June 21 marks the end of spring and the beginning of a season filled with swimming, cook outs and sunshine!
Looking for something to do this summer? Check out 10 great things to do in Fort Wayne this season.
- Visit the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo – Check out all the cool exhibits including the African Journey, Australian Adventure, Central Zoo, Indiana Family Farm, and the Indonesian Rain Forest. Adult admission is $14, children are $10.
- Go to a Tincaps game – With almost 30 home games left before the beginning of back-to-school season, there’s plenty of time to watch the Fort Wayne Tincaps at Parkview Field. Check their website for ticket prices, seating charts and game times!
- Check out a Fort Wayne festival – Downtown Fort Wayne is set to host a number of festivals this summer including Greekfest, Three Rivers Festival, Dragon Boat Races, and more!
- Spend an evening at the drive-in theater – Although Fort Wayne doesn’t have its own drive-in theater, there are two close by! Visit the Goodrich Huntington Twin Drive-In or the Auburn-Garrett Drive-In to see your favorite movie on the big screen.
- Grab a cold treat at Zesto’s – If you love ice cream, Zesto’s is a Fort Wayne staple you have to try. Stationed at several locations throughout the city, there’s sure to be one near you.
- Go kayaking on the riverfront – Rent a single or double kayak at Fort Wayne Outfitters for three hours, half-day or a full day. It’s a great way to see the city from a new perspective.
- Take a tour on the city’s new Duck Boat – Enjoy a 90-minute land and water tour with downtown views. Rides are $22 for adults and $10 for children.
- Go camping at Johnny Appleseed Campground – Now open for the 2017 season, pitching a tent at the Johnny Appleseed Campground is a great way to spend a summer weekend.
- Spend a day at one of the city pools – Looking for a good way to cool off? Visit one of the city pools! The public is welcome at Northside, McMillen and Memorial pools. Check online for ticket prices and season pass information.
- Go for a hike – The Fort Wayne Regional Trails Network consists of 90 miles of multi-use trails in the Greater Fort Wayne Area. Check online to see what trail works best for you!
- Binge-watch Netflix while enjoying the A/C – If you’re not the outdoorsy type, spend your day in the cool air conditioning with your remote in-hand. There are plenty of television and movie options on Netflix.
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