Fort Wayne Germanfest

Main FestivalJoin us at Headwaters Park East for Fort Wayne’s biggest festival, GermanFest, where Fort Wayne comes alive with four days of authentic German food, beer, music, entertainment, and games! From lively polka bands and folk dancers to stein hoisting contests and delicious bratwurst, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: 10:00 AM - 10:30 PM - Bilingual German Storytime - Zweisprachige Märchenstunde - OFFSITE ACPL Main Library 900 Library Plz Fort Wayne, IN 46802 Join us for a bilingual storytime in German and English! Schließen Sie uns an, für eine zweisprachige Märchenstunde auf Deutsch und Englisch! 11:00 AM - Festival Tent Opens 11:00 AM - 9pm - Hammerschlagen Step up to the stump and test your hammer skills in this classic German nail-driving game! Hammerschlagen is a fun and competitive challenge where each player takes turns trying to drive a nail into a wooden log—using precision, not just power. 6:00 PM - Official keg tapping! 6:30 PM - 7PM - Costume Contest Get into the spirit of GermanFest with our Costume Contest, open to both individuals and groups! Whether you’re rocking traditional attire or a creative twist on fest-wear, we want to see it. Stop by the information booth to sign-up! 9:00 PM - Legs n Lederhosen 11:00 PM - Festival Tent Closes