Date & time: Saturday, August 1 – 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Cost: Free admission. Food, beverages and flowers can be purchased on site.

No Registration required.

About this Event
Celebrate the beauty and taste of summer while you stroll fields of sunflowers. Springfield Acres hosts their annual BBQ & Brews in the Blooms event to coincide with the Northeast Indiana Local Food Network's Local Food Week. Gunthorp Farms will be serving up their famous pulled pork. Hop River Brewing Company will serving their beer. And Showdown will be providing the live music! Bring a lawn chair or a picnic blanket and hang out for awhile!

Guests can also visit booths of local producers from Our Heritage Honey, Bonefire Sauce Co., and Small Acres Specialty Farms to sample & purchase their products.

Be sure to hit “Interested” or “Going” on the BBQ & Brews in the Blooms 2026 Facebook event page to follow event details and updates.

For more information, email kara@springfieldacres.com.

Travel Tip: Follow the signs off U.S. 20 and drive back to the sunflowers for plenty of free parking.

About Springfield Acres
Springfield Acres is a U-pick flower farm in LaGrange County who values the connections formed around local food. They often collaborate with local small farms & businesses. Guests can often dine with local food trucks & shop goodies from local artisans while also enjoying their time picking sunflowers.

About Gunthorp Farms
Gunthorp Farms is a family farm that raises pigs on pasture & processes them in their on-farm USDA-inspected processing plant. They sell their pork to upscale restaurants & retailers throughout the region & beyond. The Gunthorp family also offers regenerative land management through rotational sheep grazing as well as consulting & advocacy work for small farms & processors.

Dates & times:

• Friday, July 24 – 4:30pm - 10:00pm

• Saturday, July 25 – 4:30pm - 10:00pm

• Tuesday, July 28 – 5:00pm - 9:00pm

• Wednesday, July 29 – 5:00pm - 9:00pm

• Thursday, July 30 – 5:00pm - 9:00pm

• Friday, July 31 – 4:30pm - 10:00pm

• Saturday, August 1 – 4:30pm - 10:00pm

Cost: $55 per person. Reservations are recommended, as seating is limited. Call (260)449-9099 or reserve your table at http://www.chancebarfw.com/reservations.html

About this Event
Savor the local harvest with a curated four-course dinner. Each dish highlights peak-season ingredients sourced directly from regional farms for an authentic farm-to-table experience.

Local Food Week Menu:

- Local greens, capriole farm goat cheese dressing, Schmucker farm cucumber and tomato, pequash farm egg 

- Indiana tomato bisque: heirloom tomato and pepper relish, house crouton 

Choice of two entreé options:
- Summer vegetable ragout: Schmucker farm summer vegetables, Indiana corn grits, capriole farm goat cheese 

OR

- Wood Farms beef bolognese: Pequash Farms egg noodle, Myzel Risin’ mushrooms, local herbs 

- Local milk panna cotta: Kuehnert Farm milk, Schmucker berries, walnut crumble, Hoosier honey 

For more information email coreyrobert10@gmail.com or call (260)449-9099.

Travel Tip: On street and off street parking

About Chance Bar
Chance Bar is a casual and cozy restaurant tucked into the charming ‘07 neighborhood, where our small seasonal menu is inspired by our mid-west location and flavors from around the globe. We are committed to supporting our local farmers and businesses when we can. Enjoy an evening with us in our comfortable, intimate setting while you sip a drink from our selection of local beer and wine and savor fresh, from-scratch dining experiences.

Dates & times: Distillery Open Fridays & Saturdays - 11am - 10pm, Thursday Open 11am - 9pm.

• Friday, July 24 – Tours & Tastings at 4:00pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm.

• Saturday, July 25 – Tours & Tastings at 2:30pm, 4:00pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm.

• Thursday, July 30 – Tours & Tastings at 4:00pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm.

• Friday, July 31 – Tours & Tastings at 4:00pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm.

• Saturday, August 1 – Tours & Tastings at 2:30pm, 4:00pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm.

Cost: Free.

Registration: Pre-registration required at https://countryheritagewinery.com/tours-experiences as spaces per time slot are limited.

Requirements: Closed toe shoes are required. Must be 21+ to participate.

About this Event
Experience handcrafted spirits from grain to glass during this guided Farm to Bottle Distillery Tour & Tasting at Backroads Distilling Company. Guests will enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at our distillery production spaces while learning how we craft our spirits using a true farm-to-bottle philosophy rooted in our family farm. The experience includes a guided tasting featuring a selection of handcrafted spirits, along with time to explore the property and shop the distillery. This event is perfect for spirit enthusiasts, food and agriculture lovers, couples, groups, and anyone looking for a unique local experience.

A full food menu is available in all areas of the property to enjoy for a lunch or dinner before or after your tour & tasting.

For more information, email WINERY@countryheritagewinery.com or call (260) 637-2980.

About Country Heritage Winery and Backroads Distilling
At Country Heritage Winery and Backroads Distilling, we offer a delightful array of events, tours, and experiences for wine and handcrafted spirit enthusiasts, and newcomers alike. Join us for guided winery and distillery tours where you can explore our vineyards and learn about our winemaking and distilling processes. Enjoy seasonal events featuring live music, food pairings, and tastings that celebrate the best of our award-winning wines and handcrafted spirits. Whether you're looking for a relaxing afternoon or an exciting evening out, there's something for everyone at the winery!

Local Food Week Gold Partner

Dates & times: Winery Open Fridays & Saturdays - 11am - 10pm, Thursday Open 11am - 9pm.

• Friday, July 24 – Tours & Tastings at 4:00pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm.

• Saturday, July 25 – Tours & Tastings at 2:30pm, 4:00pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm.

• Thursday, July 30 – Tours & Tastings at 4:00pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm.

• Friday, July 31 – Tours & Tastings at 4:00pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm.

• Saturday, August 1 – Tours & Tastings at 2:30pm, 4:00pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm.

Cost: Free.

Registration: Pre-registration required at https://countryheritagewinery.com/tours-experiences as spaces per time slot are limited.

Requirements: Closed toe shoes are required. Must be 21+ to participate.

About this Event
Experience Indiana’s largest vineyard from vine to glass during this guided Farm to Bottle Winery Tour & Tasting at Country Heritage Winery. Guests will enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at our production spaces and winemaking process while learning how we craft our wines using a true farm-to-bottle philosophy rooted in our family farm. The experience includes a guided tasting featuring a selection of handcrafted wines, along with time to explore the property, enjoy the vineyard views, and shop the winery. This event is perfect for wine lovers, food and agriculture enthusiasts, couples, groups, and anyone looking for a unique local experience.

A full food menu is available in all areas of the property to enjoy for a lunch or dinner before or after your tour & tasting.

For more information, email WINERY@countryheritagewinery.com or call (260) 637-2980.

About Country Heritage Winery and Backroads Distilling
At Country Heritage Winery and Backroads Distilling, we offer a delightful array of events, tours, and experiences for wine and handcrafted spirit enthusiasts, and newcomers alike. Join us for guided winery and distillery tours where you can explore our vineyards and learn about our winemaking and distilling processes. Enjoy seasonal events featuring live music, food pairings, and tastings that celebrate the best of our award-winning wines and handcrafted spirits. Whether you're looking for a relaxing afternoon or an exciting evening out, there's something for everyone at the winery!

Local Food Week Gold Partner

Dates & times:

• Friday, July 31 – Pickle Workshop: 12:00pm - 3:00pm.
  Store hours: 9:00am - 7:00pm

• Saturday, August 1 - Pickle Workshop: 12:00pm - 3:00pm.
  Store hours: 9:00am - 7:00pm

Cost: Free workshop. No registration required. Homemade soups and salad bar featuring local ingredients, and the wide variety of ready to eat snacks and meals prepared in-house are available for purchase to take home or to eat on-site.

About this Event
Create your own pickles using locally grown ingredients during this hands-on workshop taught by the Health Food Shoppe’s experienced staff. Take home your jar of pickles and learn to make pickles at home.

For more information, email info@healthfoodshoppe.com or call (260) 483-5211.

About The Health Food Shoppe
The Health Food Shoppe works to serve our customers and our community. We hope to offer quality products in a welcoming environment that supports health and wellness. It is a core part of our mission to provide a resource for both growers and producers, as well as, customers wanting to purchase locally made products.

Local Food Week Gold Partner

Dates & times:

• Friday, July 24 – 11:00am - 10:00pm

• Saturday, July 25 – 11:00am - 10:00pm

• Sunday, July 26 – 11:00am - 8:00pm

• Monday, July 27 – 11:00am - 9:00pm

• Tuesday, July 28 – 11:00am - 9:00pm

• Wednesday, July 29 – 11:00am - 9:00pm

• Thursday, July 30 – 11:00am - 9:00pm

• Friday, July 31 – 11:00am - 10:00pm

• Saturday, August 1 – 11:00am - 10:00pm

• Sunday, August 2 – 11:00am - 8:00pm

Cost: Tastings from $8.00. Must be 21+ to participate. No pre-registration required. Walk-ins are welcome at all times for tastings.

About this Event
Enjoy a guided tasting experience at Country Heritage Winery and Backroads Distilling Company featuring a selection of handcrafted wines and farm-to-bottle spirits. Guests can sample a variety of wines or spirits while learning more about our winery and distillery, the stories behind our products, and what makes our family farm unique. Daily tastings are perfect for couples, groups, visitors exploring the region, or anyone looking to discover new local favorites in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

A full food menu is available in all areas of the property to enjoy for a lunch or dinner before or after your tasting.

For more information, email WINERY@countryheritagewinery.com or call (260) 637-2980.

About Country Heritage Winery and Backroads Distilling
At Country Heritage Winery and Backroads Distilling, we offer a delightful array of events, tours, and experiences for wine and handcrafted spirit enthusiasts, and newcomers alike. Join us for guided winery and distillery tours where you can explore our vineyards and learn about our winemaking and distilling processes. Enjoy seasonal events featuring live music, food pairings, and tastings that celebrate the best of our award-winning wines and handcrafted spirits. Whether you're looking for a relaxing afternoon or an exciting evening out, there's something for everyone at the winery!

Local Food Week Gold Partner

Date & time: Saturday, August 1 – 11:00am - 3:00pm

Cost: Free event. Pre-registration encouraged. Free bag of fresh local produce for pre-registrants, while supplies last.

Registration: Online through City of Fort Wayne

About this Event
Local Food Week meets Pack 2 School! Stop by the Northeast Indiana Local Food Network booth at Pontiac Street Market’s fun & informative Pack 2 School event. Learn how Nutrition Incentive Programs like Double Up Indiana and HEAL Farm Markets make it easy and affordable to shop local. Free bag of fresh local produce for pre-registrants, while supplies last.

We believe local food belongs on every table. Chat with our team about how we’re growing a stronger food system for Fort Wayne. Let's make sure our kids are powered by nutritious, local food this year!

For more information, email Karen Petersen at karen@neifood.org

About Pontiac Street Market & Pack to School event
Pontiac Street Market is a full service grocery store that provides affordable healthy food and is committed to making it accessible for all. The market carries over 12,000 items ranging from fresh produce, baked goods, canned items, fresh meats, deli and much more.

Pack 2 School on Pontiac Street helps families get fully set up for the upcoming school year! This annual event offers backpacks, haircuts, braids, school supplies, networking, health checks, immunization shots and more. Enjoy loads of music, food and fun. Register in advance or on the day of the event.

About Northeast Indiana Local Food Network
Northeast Indiana Local Food Network collaborates with partners across Northeast Indiana and beyond to cultivate a resilient local food system that connects our communities, reduces food insecurity, creates prosperity for our farms, and nourishes all our families.

Dates & times: The Moo-Over Experience is offered daily during Local Food Week.

• Friday, July 24 – 11:00am - 10:00pm

• Saturday, July 25 – 11:00am - 10:00pm

• Sunday, July 26 – 11:00am - 9:00pm

• Monday, July 27 – 11:00am - 9:00pm

• Tuesday, July 28 – 11:00am - 9:00pm

• Wednesday, July 39 – 11:00am - 9:00pm

• Thursday, July 30 – 11:00am - 9:00pm

• Friday, July 31 – 11:00am - 10:00pm

• Saturday, August 1 – 11:00am - 10:00pm

• Sunday, August 2 – 11:00am - 9:00pm

Cost: Free demonstrations and tastings. Ice cream and desserts available for purchase

About this Event
Join us at Moo-Over for a behind-the-scenes look at Fort Wayne’s only verified dedicated gluten-free boutique dessert shop! Guests will experience how we create scratch-made ice cream and desserts that are completely gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and peanut-free in our dedicated kitchen.

During Local Food Week, we will be partnering with a local farmer to feature seasonal fruit-inspired desserts and ice cream flavors made with fresh strawberries, peaches, and blueberries. Guests can enjoy specialty ice cream flavors, fresh baked pies, tastings, and learn more about how local ingredients inspire our small-batch creations.

This event is perfect for families, food lovers, and anyone interested in local food, allergy-friendly desserts, and handcrafted treats. Visitors can expect samples, demonstrations, and opportunities to meet the makers behind Moo-Over’s desserts and local collaborations.

The event will take place indoors at Moo-Over inside Covington Plaza and will be held rain or shine.

For more information, email julie@moo-over.com or call (260) 224-2108.

Travel Tip: Moo-Over is located inside Covington Plaza on West Jefferson Blvd in Fort Wayne, next to Fusion Yoga and Catablu Grille.

About Moo-Over
Moo-Over is Fort Wayne’s only verified dedicated gluten-free boutique dessert shop, creating handcrafted ice cream, baked goods, and desserts that are completely gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and peanut-free. Every item is made from scratch in our dedicated kitchen with no shared equipment or cross-contamination risks.

Our mission is to create desserts so delicious that people cannot believe they are allergy-friendly, while also providing a safe and welcoming experience for those with celiac disease and food allergies who are often excluded from traditional dessert options.

We proudly use thoughtfully sourced ingredients and create small-batch ice cream, scratch-made waffle cones, baked goods, and specialty desserts that bring the community together around safe, inclusive local food experiences.

Dates & times: Farm Tour and Tasting Event offered once daily at 11:00am during Local Food Week. No events on Sundays.

• Friday, July 24 – 11:00am - 12:00pm

• Saturday, July 25 – 11:00am - 12:00pm

• Monday, July 27 – 11:00am - 12:00pm

• Tuesday, July 28 – 11:00am - 12:00pm

• Wednesday, July 29 – 11:00am - 12:00pm

• Thursday, July 30 – 11:00am - 12:00pm

• Friday, July 31 – 11:00am - 12:00pm

• Saturday, August 1 – 11:00am - 12:00pm

Cost - Adults: $10, Ages 4-12: $5, Children 3 and under are free. Prices reflect a $5 per ticket discount during Local Food Week.

Registration: Required by 9:00am on visit day by calling (260)214-1519.

About this Event
Step onto a working dairy farm for an immersive pasture-to-bottle experience. Meet the herd, try your hand at milking, and enjoy fresh milk samples during this guided family-friendly tour. Cream top whole milk, cream and butter available for purchase.

For more information, email nate@amishcountrydairy.com or call (260) 214-1519.

Travel Tip: The Amish Country Dairy Farm Tour is held at Stutzman Dairy Farm.

About Amish Country Dairy
At Amish Country Dairy, all of our products start with fresh, whole Grade A milk. Our flavored milks use only natural ingredients — strawberries, blueberries, coffee, cocoa, and pure maple syrup. Unlike commercial brands, our milk is not “fortified” because it doesn’t need to be. Minimal processing and lower-temp pasteurization preserve both nutrients and flavor. Amish Country Dairy returns to our roots. Our cows are local. Our production is local. Even our investors are local. We price our product to earn a living wage, one that allows us to preserve the land, care for our animals, and train the next generation of dairy farmers.

Dates & times:

• Friday, July 24 – 10:30am - Noon

• Saturday, July 25 – 10:30am - Noon

• Friday, July 31 – 10:30am - Noon

• Saturday, August 1 – 10:30am - Noon

Cost: Tickets $10 (Ages 13+), Children 12 and under attend free.

Registration: Pre-registration required online at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seven-sons-pasture-walk-tour-tickets-1331413165619

About this Event
Bring your family for a unique and enriching tour as you walk our 0.5 mile path to experience the Seven Sons Farm & pastured animals!

What You’ll Experience:
- An impactful soil demonstration
- Guided farm tour through a 0.5-mile walking path that takes you through our pastures
- Up-close visits with our grass-fed cattle, pasture-raised chickens, and more
- Insights into regenerative agriculture and how it helps heal the land
- A fun and educational outing for all ages
- 15% Off Coupon for any Farm Store Purchases on Tour Date

Come learn where your food comes from and why it matters.

Tours start at 10:30 AM - Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow for a prompt start time.

For more information, email emma@sevensons.net.

Travel Tip: Free Parking. Park at the very back of our farm parking lot - behind our warehouse buildings. Look for the manila rope parking area and shaded picnic tables.

About Seven Sons Farms
Seven Sons Farms is owned and operated by seven brothers with a mission to restore trust in food by focusing on regenerative farming and ethically raised meats.

Dates & times:

• Sunday, July 26 – 2:00pm - 4:00pm

• Wednesday, July 29 – 6:00pm - 8:00pm

• Saturday, August 1 – 10:00am - 12:00pm

• Sunday, August 2 – 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Cost: Free event. Registration is recommended, but not required.
Please text Diana at (260) 409-5901 to register with how many people will be attending.

About this Event
Wander in this beautiful urban garden. Family garden tours, educational activities and a garden scavenger hunt will be available. Pack a picnic and stay to enjoy time in the garden.

For more information, email broadwaydc@frontier.com or call (260)409-5901.

Travel Tip: Our driveway and parking are located at the intersection of Miner and Walnut streets.

About Poplar Village Gardens
Poplar Village Gardens is a 3 acre urban food forest building community by growing food together. Produce grown on site is donated to neighborhood residents, churches and Miss Virginia's Food Pantry. We focus on growing and living sustainably and host a Forward Indiana community food pantry.

Date & time: Saturday, August 1 – Workshop 10:00am - 12:30pm

Cost: Free workshop

Registration: Pre-registration recommended to bluefoxga@gmail.com, and you will qualify to take a free pint of elderberry syrup home.

About this Event
Learn the healing properties of elderberry syrup and how you can make it at home. This workshop will teach you the simplicity of making your own elderberry syrup. You will see the whole process of how to identify the elderberry plant, and harvest, dry, and cook elderberry to create elderberry syrup. 

For more information, email bluefoxga@gmail.com or call (260)894-3996.

Travel Tip: Make sure to enter the name of the business, Blue Fox Farms, instead of the physical address for it to bring you in our driveway.

About Blue Fox Farms
Blue Fox Farms offers native plant material to integrate into your landscape, promoting health and habitat to pollinators and enhancing the chain of life. We specialize in ephimerals, but also offer a range of plants, trees and scrubs native to the United States. We harvest healing and culinary herbs throughout the summer, dry them and vacuum pack them for freshness to be used as ingredients for many products.

Dates & times:

• Saturday, July 25 – 8:00am - 1:00pm

• Saturday, August 1 – 8:00am - 1:00pm

Cost: Free event.

About this Event
Explore The Farmers Market at Winona underneath the lovely Miller Sunset Pavilion where you will find a wide variety of locally grown and produced food items from vendors including Little River Mushroom Company, Hill N Dale Farms, Back to Natural Farms and Denney Farms. You’ll also find a wide variety of ready to eat foods and food trucks. There are tables and chairs to sit down under the covered pavilion and enjoy your meal and the atmosphere. A bounce house and coloring table are available for kids.

Special activities on Saturday, August 1:
1) Don't forget to pack up your dull kitchen knives! AB Knife Sharpening will be stationed inside the skate shop, offering professional kitchen knife sharpening services for FREE.

2) At 9:00am, families can enjoy storytime with Mr. Duane from the Warsaw Public Library, followed by Lego time.

3) At 10:00am, Phil Etner with The Pond at Lamp Post Manor will be giving a talk on how he uses Indiana native and invasive plant species to create jams and jellies. 

For more information, email mspmanager@winonalake.in.gov

About The Farmers Market at Winona
The Farmers Market at Winona is a community of local farmers, food producers and small businesses under one beautiful roof at the Miller Sunset Manor. It’s a place to find the freshest fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, microgreens, mushrooms and cheese available. It’s a place where farmers and local business owners can interact with the community and grow relationships where good food is the center of every conversation. We offer a wide variety of specialty items as well! You’ll find plants, honey, baked goods, jams, coffee, candy and even authentic Indian Food. We invite you to join us in supporting local farmers and artisans every Saturday!

Dates & times:

• Saturday, July 25 – 8:00am - 12:30pm

• Saturday, August 1 – 8:00am - 12:30pm

Cost: Free event.

About this Event
Everyone is invited to experience the Whitley County Farmers Market highlighting Everything Whitley for Local Food Week. This market features a wide variety of vendors, artisans and producers including ready to eat foods & beverages and live entertainment and is sponsored by the Whitley County Chamber and Bowen Health.

For more information, email jesterline@whitleychamber.com or call (916)747-5003.

Travel Tip: Market is adjacent to the Whitley County Courthouse in Historic Downtown Columbia City.

About Whitley County Farmers Market
The Whitley County Farmers Market is the go-to destination for all things locally produced and handcrafted in Whitley County. Come shop for fresh local foods, beautiful blooms and bouquets and a wide variety of handcrafted treasures. Come join us during the summer months in downtown Columbia City to experience the vibrance of our community’s talent and passion.

Dates & times: Open Daily
Friday, July 24 - Sunday, August 2 from Sunrise to Sunset

Cost: Free event. No registration required.

About this Event
Explore a flourishing urban oasis where permaculture meets traditional gardening. Meander on this self-guided tour through diverse plantings to discover innovative ways to maximize garden space and diversify your home menu. This kid-friendly journey offers inspiration for every grower.

For more information about Bloomingdale Community Gardens, email walkerfwfd@aol.com

Travel Tip: One block west of Wells Street on High Street. On street and off street parking available.

About Bloomingdale Community Garden
The Bloomingdale Community Garden is a true neighborhood community garden in the heart of Fort Wayne near the bustling businesses along the Wells Street corridor. One block from Bloomingdale Community School, this garden offers free fresh fruits, tree nuts, berries, healthy vegetables and herbs, and community events Spring-Fall.