GermanFest returns to Fort Wayne Thursday

GermanFest is back at Headwaters Park for the 45th festival until Sunday.
Published: Jun. 11, 2026 at 6:23 AM EDT

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Check the closet for lederhosen because Fort Wayne’s celebration of German culture returns Thursday.

GermanFest is back at Headwaters Park for the 45th festival. The four-day long event will include live entertainment, beer, German food, interactive games and more.

GermanFest is scheduled for the following times:

  • Thursday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Free admission will happen from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Thursday to Saturday while it will be free all day Sunday.

For the full schedule and details on the festival, click here.