Celebrate World Rivers Day this Saturday at Promenade Park from 3-9 p.m. Learn from local river conservation organizations, enjoy live music, play yard games on the Auer Lawn, and end your evening with a special screening of "JAWS"! Learn more at riverfrontfw.org.

Fort Wayne’s story lives in Ivan Lebamoff Reservoir Park. Yesterday, a new Bicentennial Legacy Project sculpture by Bonnie “BonJo” Andrews was dedicated with Mayor Sharon Tucker Sharon Tucker, Pat Turner, Alex Hall, and the Bicentennial Executive Board.

Join us this Friday, October 3 for Yappy Hour on the Riverfront! Enjoy LIVE music, Ted's Snack and Bar (food and beverage for purchase), and mingle with fellow dog owners! While you're here, stop by our paw print keepsake station! ($5 credit card only, while supplies last).

🌄 9 days. 7 unforgettable parks & landmarks. From Salt Lake City to Las Vegas, discover Arches, Monument Valley, Lake Powell, Grand Canyon’s North Rim, Bryce & Zion. 🛶 🚙 🏜️ Adventure through the heart of the Southwest → bit.ly/TravelwithParks

💦Take one last splash! Enjoy Park splash pads through Sunday, October 5. Find all the locations: bit.ly/SplashPadsFW

Hope you can join us to learn about the new entrance plans for Foster Park.

Thanks to all who came out to hear the presentation about the Foster Park Entrance design progression. If you missed it, you can read through the slides on engage.cityoffortwayne.org/foster-park-pu…

🎾 Big congrats to Team Loera/Seale! After winning the Midwest Section, they’re off to the USTA 4.0 Nationals Oct. 10–12 in San Diego. Proud they call Swinney Park home! 👏

🌱 Volunteers still needed! Tree planting slots are full, but we need your help removing invasive plants at Swinney Park East. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring friends, family, or come solo—it’s a fun way to make an impact! Call 260-427-6402 to sign up.

It’s always bittersweet to say goodbye to Sweet Breeze for the season. 🌅 We closely monitored the river levels and made the call to close early once conditions became unsafe. We never want to end a program early, but protecting visitors, staff and equipment must come first.

Tune in to the Parks Podcast! Supt. of Project Admin. David Weadock shares what goes into planning playgrounds. Then, Dep. Director of Recreation Chuck Reddinger highlights Fort Wayne Parks’ year-round indoor playground. cityoffortwayne.in.gov/1108/Podcasts

🏜️⛰️ From the canyons of Utah to the peaks of Colorado… ✨ Zion, Bryce, Arches & Rocky Mountain National Park 🚂 Plus, the Rocky Mountaineer glass-dome train ride! 7 days. Endless views. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/TravelwithParks

🍁 Flow with nature! Join Yoga in the Woods with Jane Henschen—bring a mat & water. Prior yoga experience recommended. Register by Oct. 22: fortwayneparks.org

Dare to explore Fort Wayne’s spooky side! 🦇 Start with a Haunted History Tour at Lindenwood Cemetery, then hike the haunted woods at Lindenwood Nature Preserve, where Northrop Theatre students deliver tricks and treats. Ages 8+. Register now: FortWayneParks.org

Discover the Best of Scandinavia! ✨ Explore Stockholm, ride the Flåm Railway, cruise Norway’s fjords, stroll Bergen & Copenhagen’s cobblestone streets. 10 days. 3 countries. Endless beauty. 👉 bit.ly/TravelwithParks

🌟 Now Hiring! Join our team as a Program Facility Coordinator! You’ll plan and lead fun, meaningful programs that inspire youth and bring the community together. This is a full-time position. 👉 Learn more and apply: bit.ly/FWParkJobs

Discover the Pride of Poland! ✨ Explore Gdansk, Warsaw & Kraków 🏰 Malbork Castle & Wawel Castle 🙏 Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial 💎 Wieliczka Salt Mine & Tatra Mountains 10 days. Endless history & beauty. 👉 bit.ly/TravelwithParks

Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation is offering several opportunities for local veterans. Hope you can join us and let us express our appreciation for your service. If you'd like to come to the Veterans Breakfast and Bingo, please call 260-427-6460 today to make your reservation.

🍂 Fall is calling, & so is the golf course! Don’t miss your chance to enjoy the crisp air, colorful leaves & scenic fairways at Foster, McMillen, and Shoaff Parks. Tee off while the season lasts—these last weeks of golf fly by fast! The last day of play will be Tues., Nov. 11.

🌿 Today Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation officially opened Café Flora at the Botanical Conservatory! Enjoy locally inspired coffees, teas, light fare and grab-and-go treats in a bright, welcoming space designed to complement the gardens.