Main Festival
Join 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:

11:00 AM - Festival Tent Opens

7:00 PM - GermanFest 5k
The annual GermanFest 5k will be taking off from Lawton Park.

7:00 PM - Masskrugstemmen
Think you’ve got what it takes to go the distance? Step into the spotlight for Masskrugstemmen, the stein hoisting challenge!

Come cheer on the competitors or try it yourself—it’s a crowd favorite that brings big laughs, big cheers, and big biceps.

Stop by the information booth to sign-up!

11:00 PM - Festival Tent Closes