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: Meet the Mead Maker Part One: Tasting & Tour
Optional Meet the Mead Marker Part Two: Mead Making Class on Sunday, August 2 at 1:00pm

• Saturday, July 25 – Special Tasting & Tour - 2:00pm
  Cidery & Meadery open 3:00pm - 9:00pm

• Friday, July 31 – Special Tasting & Tour - 7:00pm
  Cidery & Meadery open 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Cost: $35 tickets can be purchased at https://www.ambrosiaorchardfw.com/

Registration: Registration is strongly encouraged to guarantee a spot. Registration is topped at 12 in order to provide an intimate experience.

About this Event
Join our mead and cider maker, Edison Bender, for a guided tasting. He will lead you through the production process, and provide samples, information, and answer questions, throughout the session.

Each participant will receive:
- Flight of 5 ciders and meads
- Signature tasting glass
- Grazing plate of light snacks

For more information, email apples@ambrosiaorchardfw.com or call (260)639-4101.

Travel Tip: Ambrosia Orchard is located right on US Highway 27, just 12 minutes from downtown Fort Wayne.

About Ambrosia Orchard, Cidery & Meadery
Ambrosia Orchard is a developing orchard that specializes in the production of cider and mead. We focus on local ingredients from local farms, including apples and honey.

Open to all ages, we strive to work with the surrounding community to create an inviting environment for all.

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:

• 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

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:

• Saturday, July 25 – Farm tour & tasting - 10:00am - 11:00am
  Brewery & Restaurant open 11:00am - 10:00pm

• Wednesday, July 29 – Farm tour & tasting - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  Beer available for sale. Restaurant closed on Wednesdays, which allows more time for the farm tour & tastings. Filler Family Apiary and Eel River Bison Ranch will be on hand to offer tastings and products for sale.

Cost: Free farm tour & tastings

About this Event
Explore Esterline Farms on a guided-tour of this working farm and enjoy samples from our on-site restaurant and craft brewery that showcase fresh ingredients, local flavors and handcrafted beverages. After Saturday’s tour, plan to stay awhile to enjoy a meal, explore the farm and experience rural life firsthand.

For more information, email jesterline@whitleychamber.com or call (919) 747-5003

About E-Brewing Company at Esterline Farms
Nestled on four acres in the heart of Northeast Indiana, E-Brewing Company at Esterline Farms is where agriculture, hospitality, education and community come together. Visitors are invited to explore our working farm, learn how food is grown, and discover the connection between the land, the farmer, and the table.

Our on-site restaurant and craft brewery showcase fresh ingredients, local flavors and handcrafted beverages in a welcoming farm setting.

Whether you are interested in sustainable agriculture, enjoying a meal with family and friends, or simply experiencing rural life firsthand, Esterline Farms offer a place to slow down, connect and celebrate the people and processes that make great food possible. Join us and see how farming, food and community thrive together.

Our brewery is both pet and kid friendly. We have outdoor seating for 150, indoor family room and tap room. Follow E Brewing Company on Social media to see updated menu, live music, and activities.

Date & time: Saturday, July 25 - 10:00am

Cost: Free event.

Registration: Pre-registration required by email to madisonoyer@gmail.com

About this Event
Learn the critical importance of eating chemical-free, nutrient-dense food and whole body healing solutions to help the root cause of disease in this workshop led by Dr. Caleb Suciu of Crossroads Wellness Center. 

For more information, email madisonoyer@gmail.com, or call (260) 414-3755.

Travel Tip: 10 min north of the intersection of Union Chapel Rd. and Coldwater Rd. Next door to the Garrett Hardware Store.

About Noble Roots Farm & Market
Noble Roots Market came to be when a functional medicine chiropractor saw the heavy load of toxicity in his patients bloodwork and wanted to offer them a place to buy better for their health. Noble Roots strives to offer safe products whether it be household cleaning items, personal care products, food and much more!

Dates & times:

• Saturday, July 25 – 10:00am - 1:00pm

• Wednesday, July 29 – 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Cost: Free event. Free Will donation to Jo’s House.

Registration: Recommended by email to gritandgracehomesteadlearning@gmail.com.

Restrictions: Do not attend if allergic to bees. Do not wear strong perfumes, lotions, or colognes. People of all ages may attend, but be aware that the property has uneven terrain. 

About this Event
Come experience the buzz of a bee hive in our bee bed sheds. Take in the scents, vibrations, frequency and warmth of a honeybee colony. Learn how the colony works together to create honey, and then taste raw local honey. We will also have the Bread Shed stocked with baked goods, including sourdough, to purchase. We are happy to answer questions about mastering sourdough at home.

This event will be held outdoors, but the bee beds are enclosed from the weather so the event will be held rain or shine

For more information, email gritandgracehomesteadlearning@gmail.com or call (260) 867-1344.

About Grit and Grace Homestead
Grit and Grace Homestead is a small rural homestead using regenerative agriculture practices when possible to steward the land and livestock to our best ability. We offer bee beds to experience the calming qualities of bees and the enriching smells of their hives, a Bread Shed with baked goodies including sourdough, fresh eggs, produce when our garden produces in abundance, and fresh cut flowers when available. We will have a sunflower field for pictures this fall by appointment and those could include Hank the Highland too. Come visit to relax, rejuvenate, and reset.

Date & time: Saturday, July 25 – 10:00am - 11:30am

Cost: Free event.

Registration: Registration is not required but is appreciated to provide an estimated head count for the event. Text number of attendees to (260)416-8075.

About this Event
Visit a flock of sheep on this guided hayride tour through luscious pastures. This rain or shine event is great for families, home schoolers looking for supplemental experiences, and those who are just plain enamored with sheep. We will take a hayride around the pastures, where you will get to meet the flock. We will discuss the care of sheep, regenerative agriculture, and have some Q&A time as well. Bring your sunglasses, umbrellas, and questions, join us for a walk with the sheep.

Greener Pastures USDA inspected frozen meats will be available for purchase.

NOTE: No public restroom will be available at the event. Please plan accordingly.

For more information, email greenerpasturesfarm2024@gmail.com or call (260)416-8075.

Travel Tip: Our property is at the corner of 500 E and SR 8, and is located just 5 miles east of Albion, IN. Event Parking will be at New Hope Baptist Church on the Southeast corner of the intersection. Look for the signs. A hayride shuttle will bring you to the event from the church, and return you to the church after the event.

About Greener Pastures
Greener Pastures is a 15 acre livestock farm in the heart of Noble County. Our focus is on raising grass fed and finished sheep for meat. With rotational grazing, our animals get all the grass they can eat during summer months, and all the hay they want during the winter!

We also offer limited amounts of grass fed & finished beef, as well as pastured pork from heritage breed hogs. Our meats are locally processed by a licensed butcher, USDA inspected, and packaged for resale. We sell packaged meat from the farm by appointment year round, and at the CLC Farmers Market in Kendallville on Saturday's throughout the summer.

Dates & times:

• Friday, July 24 – 10:00am - 2:00pm

• Saturday, July 25 – 10:00am - 2:00pm

Cost: Free event. Maple syrup, sugar, candy and creams will be available for purchase.

Registration: Due to space limitations in our demonstration area, pre-registration is requested via voicemail to Bill at (260) 636-2073. Walk-ins are also welcome.

About this Event
Trace the journey of maple syrup from tree to table through interactive indoor demonstrations. Relive the history of maple sugaring and sample a variety of sweet maple products.

For more information, visit mapleacres.co, email Bill at bkowen60@gmail.com or call (260) 636-2073.

Travel Tip: Maple Acres is located 1/2 mile South of Base Line Road on County Road 500 East, in Noble County.

About Maple Acres
Maple Acres is a maple syrup producer located in southeastern Noble County near Chain-o-Lakes State Park. We have about 2,000 trees in production making roughly 500 +/- gallons of syrup per season.

We are members of Indiana Grown, Indiana Maple Syrup Association and Indiana Market Maker.

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:

• 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 activity on Saturday, July 25:
At 10:00am, Health Coach Kim Waggoner with Back to Natural Farm will give a talk on "Building a Healthy Plate." 

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: 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.