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Fort Wayne Music Calendar: Concerts & Live Shows

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The Fort Wayne area and surrounding regions are set to host a vibrant array of live music and entertainment events, offering a diverse soundscape for every enthusiast, according to a comprehensive local music calendar. From intimate club performances to major concert hall productions, the schedule spans immediate engagements through early next year, ensuring a dynamic cultural experience for residents and visitors alike.

Music Calendar: Where to find shows in the Fort Wayne area Decode Today
Music Calendar: Where to find shows in the Fort Wayne area Decode Today

Concert-goers can anticipate everything from local favorites to nationally recognized acts, with venues across Fort Wayne, Angola, LaOtto, Wolcottville, Warsaw, Markle, Auburn, Ossian, Lima (Ohio), Rome City, Decatur, and Wabash opening their stages.

Immediate & Nearby Live Music: A Diverse Soundscape

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For those seeking immediate entertainment, a selection of artists and bands are performing across various local establishments, promising an engaging atmosphere with diverse musical styles.

  • Steve Holloway's Next Gen Jammers - 8 p.m.; Tom's Donuts Originals Lake James, 300 Lane 101 Jimmerson Lake, Angola; no cover; 260-833-2763.
  • G-Money Band - 7 p.m.; Club Room at The Clyde, 1806 Bluffton Road; 407-8530.
  • "The Time-Traveling Barber Pole" featuring the Summit City Chorus - 3 p.m.; Brotherhood Mutual, 6400 Brotherhood Way; tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and free for college students with ID; SummitCityChorus.org.
  • Joe Hess Band - 7 p.m.; Club Room at The Clyde, 1806 Bluffton Road; 407-8530.
  • Q & the Cold Fusion - 7 p.m.; Club Room at The Clyde, 1806 Bluffton Road; 407-8530.
  • Todd Harrold Band - 6 p.m.; Charlie's Place, 4201 N. Wells St.; no cover; 483-2929.
  • Arena Rock Tribute Band - 6 p.m.; Vineyard Vibes, Country Heritage Winery, 185 County Road 68, LaOtto; no cover; 260-637-2980.
  • The DeeBees - 6 p.m.; Adams Lake Pub, 5365 E. 620 S., Wolcottville.
  • Phase One Band - 6:30 p.m.; McKinnie Commons Concert Series, McKinnie Avenue and South Anthony Boulevard; free.
  • ThunderBeard - 7 p.m.; Warsaw Summer Concert Series, Central Park Glover Pavilion, 225 W. Fort Wayne St.; free.
  • Sunglasses At Night - 7 p.m.; Markle Summer Sounds, 100 Park Drive, Markle; free.
  • Chris Worth - 7:30 p.m.; Nick's, 1235 E. State Blvd; no cover; 471-1117.
  • Old Crown Brass Band - 7:30 p.m.; DeKalb Outdoor Theater, 301 Center St., Auburn; free, donations accepted.
  • Good Night Gracie - 8 p.m.; Club Room at The Clyde, 1806 Bluffton Road; 407-8530.
  • He Said She Said - 6 p.m.; Vineyard Vibes, Country Heritage Winery, 185 County Road 68, LaOtto; no cover; 260-637-2980.
  • Piano Men - 6 p.m.; Ossian Summer Concerts, 116 S. Braeburn Drive, Ossian; free.
  • Todd Harrold Band - 7 p.m.; Spike's Beach Grill, 310 Eastlake Drive, Warsaw.
  • Happy Together Tour - 7:30 p.m.; Crouse Hall, Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima, Ohio; tickets start at $56; 419-224-1552 or LimaCivicCenter.com.
  • Chris Worth - 8 p.m.; Dicky's 21 Taps, 2910 Maplecrest Road; no cover.
  • Sweetwater All Stars - 8 p.m.; Club Room at The Clyde, 1806 Bluffton Road; 407-8530.
  • Joe Justice - 2 p.m.; Park Place Senior Community, 4411 Park Place Drive.
  • OK Boomer - 6 p.m.; Club Room at The Clyde, 1806 Bluffton Road; 407-8530.
  • Fort Wayne Area Community Band - 7:30 p.m.; Foellinger Theatre, 3411 Sherman Blvd.; free.
  • Chris Worth - 2 p.m.; Park Place Senior Community, 4411 Park Place Drive.
  • Joe Justice - 2 p.m.; St. Anne Retirement Home, 1900 Randalia Drive; 484-5555.
  • Wade's World - 6 p.m.; Summer Nights, Embassy Theatre, 125 W. Jefferson Blvd.; tickets are $5; Embassy box office, 424-5665 or Ticketmaster.com.
  • Todd Harrold Band - 6 p.m.; Sylvan Cellars, 2725 E. Northport Road, Rome City; 260-760-1421.
  • Catfish Dave P - 6:30 p.m.; Back to Our Roots, Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.; tickets are $1; BotanicalConservatory.org.
  • Sunglasses At Night - 6 p.m.; Decatur Summer Concert Series, Madison Street Plaza, 2nd and Madison streets, Decatur; free.

Premier Venues & Upcoming Headliners

Beyond immediate local offerings, the region boasts several major venues attracting a range of touring acts, from classic rock legends to contemporary Christian artists and comedy stars. These institutions form a crucial part of the regional entertainment industry, showcasing diverse talent and contributing significantly to local cultural investment.

Wabash's Honeywell Center & Eagles Theatre: Cultural Destinations

The Honeywell Center and Eagles Theatre in Wabash are key cultural hubs, presenting a packed calendar of events extending into the new year. Their robust schedules reflect strong consumer demand for high-quality entertainment experiences.

  • Vandenberg: My Whitesnake Years (rescheduled) - March 11; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash.
  • "Hocus Pocus: The Taste-A-Long Experience" - 7 p.m. Oct. 10; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $45.75; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • "Deep in the Heart of Christmas," The Texas Tenors - 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $35; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • A Man Named Cash - 7:30 p.m. Aug. 21; Eagles Theatre, 106 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $28; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Happy Together Tour - 6 p.m. Aug. 23; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $51; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • George Thorogood & the Destroyers - 7 p.m. Aug. 26; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $46; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Peter Antoniou, psychic - 7:30 p.m. Sept. 4; Eagles Theatre, 106 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $23; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • "Napoleon Dynamite Live" - 7:30 p.m. Sept. 11; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $26; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Danny Gokey - 6 p.m. Sept. 13; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $25; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Skillet - 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $45; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Michael Palascak, comedy - 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18; Eagles Theatre, 106 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $18; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • That Arena Rock Show - 7:30 p.m. Sept. 19; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $26; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Rolling Thunder Revisited, Terrapin Flyer - 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25; Eagles Theatre, 106 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $20; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Etta May and the Southern Fried Chicks - 7:30 p.m. Sept. 26; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $21; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland - 7 p.m. Nov. 19; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $35; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • The Lettermen - 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $31; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Hotel California - 7:30 p.m. Oct. 9; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $31; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Tab Benoit - 7:30 p.m. Oct. 10; Eagles Theatre, 106 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $38; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Alton Brown - 7 p.m. Oct. 15; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $45; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • #IMOMSOHARD, comedy - 7:30 p.m. Oct. 16; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $31; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • "Behind the Scream," David Arquette - 7 p.m. Oct. 22 (Q&A and "Scream" screening); Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $31; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Vitamin String Quartet, Girl Named Tom - 7:30 p.m. Oct. 23; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $35; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Tracy Lawrence - 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $55.50; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Josh Baldwin - 7 p.m. Nov. 1; Eagles Theatre, 106 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $28; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • "Elmo's Got the Moves" - 6 p.m. Nov. 6; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $35; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Neon 90s Country Rewind - 7:30 p.m. Nov. 6; Eagles Theatre, 106 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $23; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Max Weinberg's Jukebox - 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7; Eagles Theatre, 106 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $42; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • "Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet" - 7 p.m. Nov. 12; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $37; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • The Del McCoury Band - 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $35; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • "Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue" - 2 p.m. Nov. 15; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $45-75; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • We Three Kings Irish Dance - 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $25; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • Dolly Parton Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol - 4 p.m. Dec. 13; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $55; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.
  • April Wine - 7:30 p.m. Feb. 19; Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash; tickets start at $25; 260-563-1102 or HoneywellArts.org.

Fort Wayne's Memorial Coliseum, Sweetwater, Foellinger & Baker Street Centre

Fort Wayne itself is home to several prominent venues, each contributing to the city's robust cultural tapestry. From major arena concerts to intimate theatre performances, these locations represent significant operational logistics within the regional entertainment sector.

  • "NINJA KIDZ Live: Infinite Possibilities" - 6:30 p.m. Sept. 4; Foellinger Theatre, 3411 Sherman Blvd.; Ticketmaster.com or Parks and Recreation Department, 705 W. State Blvd.
  • Classic Stones Live - 7:30 p.m. Sept. 12; Baker Street Centre, 323 W. Baker St.; tickets start at $35; 426-6434 or www.bakerstreetcentre.com.
  • Switchfoot - 8 p.m. Sept. 17; Sweetwater Performance Pavilion, 5501 U.S. 30 W.; tickets start at $28; SweetwaterPavilion.com.
  • Eric Johanson - 8 p.m. Sept. 19; Baker Street Centre, 323 W. Baker St.; tickets start at $30; 426-6434 or www.bakerstreetcentre.com.
  • Jon Pardi - 7 p.m. Sept. 24; Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave.; tickets start at $46.75; 482-9502 or Ticketmaster.com.
  • Scotty McCreery - 8 p.m. Sept. 25; Sweetwater Performance Pavilion, 5501 U.S. 30 W.; tickets start at $28; SweetwaterPavilion.com.
  • Quinn Sullivan - 7:30 p.m. Sept. 26; Baker Street Centre, 323 W. Baker St.; tickets start at $25; 426-6434 or www.bakerstreetcentre.com.
  • Hurricane Rocks: You Like the Scorpions - 7 p.m. Nov. 20; Baker Street Centre, 323 W. Baker St.; tickets start at $25; 426-6434 or www.bakerstreetcentre.com.
  • "Ghostbusters' in Concert" - 7:30 p.m. Oct. 10; Foellinger Theatre, 3411 Sherman Blvd.; tickets start at $37.70; Ticketmaster.com or Parks and Recreation Department, 705 W. State Blvd.
  • "She Rocks the Fort" - 3 p.m. Oct. 11; Baker Street Centre, 323 W. Baker St.; tickets start at $25; 426-6434 or www.bakerstreetcentre.com.
  • Weird Al Yankovic - 7:30 p.m. Oct. 15; Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave.; 482-9502 or Ticketmaster.com.
  • UB40 - 6 p.m. Oct. 24; Foellinger Theatre, 3411 Sherman Blvd.; Ticketmaster.com or Parks and Recreation Department, 705 W. State Blvd.
  • Everclear - 8 p.m. Nov. 17; Clyde Theatre, 1808 Bluffton Road; tickets start at $41.75; ClydeTheatre.com.
  • Eric Clapton Experience - 8 p.m. Nov. 14; Baker Street Centre, 323 W. Baker St.; tickets start at $30; 426-6434 or www.bakerstreetcentre.com.
  • Christmas Together - 7 p.m. Dec. 2; Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave.; 482-9502 or Ticketmaster.com.
  • "A Drummer Boy Christmas," For King + Country - 7 p.m. Dec. 10; Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave.; 482-9502 or Ticketmaster.com.
  • Anthony Gomes - 8 p.m. Jan. 9; Baker Street Centre, 323 W. Baker St.; tickets start at $35; 426-6434 or www.bakerstreetcentre.com.
  • Turn to Stone - 7 p.m. Jan 16; Baker Street Centre, 323 W. Baker St.; tickets start at $30; 426-6434 or www.bakerstreetcentre.com.
  • ThunderBeard - 7 p.m. Jan. 23; Baker Street Centre, 323 W. Baker St.; tickets start at $30; 426-6434 or www.bakerstreetcentre.com.
  • Fleetwood Gold - 7:30 p.m. Jan. 29; Baker Street Centre, 323 W. Baker St.; tickets start at $33; 426-6434 or www.bakerstreetcentre.com.
  • Third Day - 7 p.m. April 3; Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Ave.; 482-9502 or Ticketmaster.com.

Regional Highlights: Lima, Ohio

Further afield, the Crouse Hall at the Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center in Lima, Ohio, also contributes to the regional entertainment landscape, drawing audiences from across state lines for its varied programming.

  • Hotel California - 7:30 p.m. Aug. 29; Crouse Hall, Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima, Ohio; tickets start at $32; 419-224-1552 or LimaCivicCenter.com.
  • Thunderstruck - 7:30 p.m. Nov. 6; Crouse Hall, Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima, Ohio; tickets start at $36; 419-224-1552 or LimaCivicCenter.com.
  • Trace Adkins - 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7; Crouse Hall, Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima, Ohio; tickets start at $66; 419-224-1552 or LimaCivicCenter.com.

Understanding the Vibrancy of Regional Live Music

The extensive calendar of events across the Fort Wayne area and its neighboring communities underscores the significant role live music plays in the cultural and economic vitality of the region. This robust schedule is a testament to consistent consumer demand for diverse entertainment experiences, driving activity across various venues – from intimate local pubs to large-scale performance pavilions. The operational logistics involved in coordinating such a wide array of artists, technical requirements, and ticketing platforms highlight the sophisticated infrastructure supporting the regional entertainment industry. Events, whether free community concerts or ticketed performances by touring artists, contribute to the local economy through direct ticket sales, ancillary spending at local businesses, and the enhancement of regional appeal for both residents and visitors. This sustained investment in cultural programming reinforces the area's standing as a dynamic hub for arts and entertainment.

Planning Your Entertainment Calendar: Key Upcoming Dates

With so many options, planning ahead is essential to catch your preferred acts and experiences. Here is a summary of notable upcoming events by month, facilitating long-term entertainment planning:

  • August: Happy Together Tour (Wabash), George Thorogood & the Destroyers (Wabash), Hotel California (Lima).
  • September: NINJA KIDZ Live (Fort Wayne), Peter Antoniou (Wabash), Napoleon Dynamite Live (Wabash), Classic Stones Live (Fort Wayne), Danny Gokey (Wabash), Switchfoot (Fort Wayne), Skillet (Wabash), Michael Palascak (Wabash), Eric Johanson (Fort Wayne), That Arena Rock Show (Wabash), Jon Pardi (Fort Wayne), Rolling Thunder Revisited (Wabash), Scotty McCreery (Fort Wayne), Etta May and the Southern Fried Chicks (Wabash), Quinn Sullivan (Fort Wayne).
  • October: The Lettermen (Wabash), Hotel California (Wabash), Tab Benoit (Wabash), 'Ghostbusters' in Concert (Fort Wayne), She Rocks the Fort (Fort Wayne), Alton Brown (Wabash), Weird Al Yankovic (Fort Wayne), #IMOMSOHARD (Wabash), David Arquette (Wabash), Vitamin String Quartet, Girl Named Tom (Wabash), UB40 (Fort Wayne), Tracy Lawrence (Wabash).
  • November: Josh Baldwin (Wabash), Elmo's Got the Moves (Wabash), Thunderstruck (Lima), Neon 90s Country Rewind (Wabash), Max Weinberg's Jukebox (Wabash), Trace Adkins (Lima), Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet (Wabash), The Del McCoury Band (Wabash), Eric Clapton Experience (Fort Wayne), Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue (Wabash), Everclear (Fort Wayne), Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland (Wabash), Hurricane Rocks: You Like the Scorpions (Fort Wayne), We Three Kings Irish Dance (Wabash).
  • December: Christmas Together (Fort Wayne), A Drummer Boy Christmas, For King + Country (Fort Wayne), Deep in the Heart of Christmas, The Texas Tenors (Wabash), Dolly Parton Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol (Wabash).
  • January: Anthony Gomes (Fort Wayne), Turn to Stone (Fort Wayne), ThunderBeard (Fort Wayne), Fleetwood Gold (Fort Wayne).
  • February: April Wine (Wabash).
  • March: Vandenberg: My Whitesnake Years (Wabash).
  • April: Third Day (Fort Wayne).

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