Events

IU WATCH PARTY — HOOSIER FOOTBALL IS BACK! IU Football is coming back, and so is Game Day at The Fairfield! We’re kicking off the season with an IU Opening Game Watch Party and bringing back some fan-favorite drink specials. OPENING GAME SPECIAL: During game time, enjoy $1 domestic beers! AND THE RANKING BEER PRICING IS BACK! After opening day, our IU beer pricing will follow the Hoosiers’ ranking — the better the ranking, the better the deal. Come watch the game with fellow Hoosier fans, grab a cold beer, and help us kick off another season of IU Football the right way. IU Football on the screens $1 domestic beers during the opening game IU Ranking Beer Pricing returns after opening day Hoosier Game Day atmosphere HOOSIERS ARE BACK. GAME DAY IS BACK. AND WE ARE READY. Tag your IU crew and make plans to watch with us! GO HOOSIERS!

Good Girls Gone Brunch, 1 yr anniversary celebration, all the brunch vibes with a NEON twist! Brunch, Mimosas, 3 Hours on the dance floor! Let's Get FRANK'D Up. Dress code: Lisa Frank Daydream Deluxe Rainbow layers, glitter vibes, and anything that looks pulled from a sticker book Unicorns, dolphins, smiley flowers, hearts, stars, butterflies… the whole glitter galaxy Neon clips, butterfly barrettes, scrunchie stacks, or hair so colorful it could legally be a popsicle Mini backpacks, fuzzy purses, beaded jewelry, and accessories that scream “mall princess” Animal prints, holographic fabrics, iridescent everything strongly encouraged Basically: if a magical stationery aisle exploded into an outfit, you nailed it. One year. One party. Zero chill. See you on the dance floor. Each Ticket Includes: Access to Good Girls Gone Brunch 3hr event Brunch buffet 1 complimentary mimosa or mocktail Dance floor access + DJ set All-girls energy. No boys. No pressure. Must be 18+ to attend. Tickets are non-refundable.

FORT4FITNESS POST-RACE PARTY Saturday, September 26 10 AM – Close Run at Fort4Fitness, then celebrate with us! Live DJ on the patio during the morning races Free beer with your race bib after you finish. Bring your race bib to redeem your free beer! Take a look at last years Fort4Fitness post party pictures in the discussion page!

Join us October 2 from 6:30–10:00 PM for The Smoke Out, an evening of bourbon, cigars, food, and good company in our Barrel Room and on the patio. Bourbon tastings Cigars available for purchase Food Bottles available for purchase Barrel Room + patio atmosphere BARREL MEMBERS: FREE ADMISSION As a Barrel Member, this event is included as one of your membership perks. NON-MEMBERS: $45 PER PERSON Not a Barrel Member yet? If you've been thinking about joining, now is the perfect time. Become a Barrel Member and attend The Smoke Out for FREE! Become a Barrel Member Have questions or want help becoming a member? Contact Cheyenne@thefairfieldfw.com

Sunday, October 4 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM The Fairfield – Downtown Fort Wayne   Celebrate strength, confidence, and empowerment during Pinktoberfest with this exciting Women's Self-Defense Class, hosted by the experienced instructors from Basche's Martial Arts. Whether you're looking to build confidence, learn practical safety skills, or simply try something new with friends, this class is designed to help you feel stronger and more prepared for everyday situations. During this one-hour class, you'll learn: Practical self-defense techniques that work—even against a larger, stronger attacker. How to stay aware of your surroundings and recognize potential danger before it happens. Simple, effective responses to real-life situations. Confidence-building skills that empower you both mentally and physically. This class is welcoming to beginners of all fitness levels and is recommended for ages 10 and older. No previous martial arts experience is required. More than just learning self-defense, you'll experience the supportive community that has made Basche's Martial Arts a trusted name in Fort Wayne. Their instructors are passionate about helping every participant discover their inner strength in a fun, encouraging environment.   Event Details Date: Sunday, October 4 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: The Fairfield Hosted by: Basche's Martial Arts Ages: 10+   Special Pinktoberfest Price: $20 per person (regularly $25) Make it a full Pinktoberfest experience! Join us afterward for an afternoon celebrating strong women with local vendors, entertainment, food, drinks, and community. Reserve your spot today—space is limited!

Second Annual Pinktoberfest at The Fairfield Join us for our Second Annual Pinktoberfest, a special community celebration dedicated to raising awareness, honoring survivors, and supporting the fight against breast cancer. Enjoy an afternoon filled with local vendors, signature drinks, delicious food, games, live entertainment, and opportunities to give back. Wear your favorite pink attire and gather with friends, family, and the community as we celebrate hope, strength, and togetherness. A portion of proceeds and event fundraising efforts will benefit breast cancer awareness initiatives and support programs. Sunday, October 4 | 12:00–4:00 PM | The Fairfield Together, we can make a difference—one pink ribbon at a time. 

THE CRIMSON BALL A Night of Dark Elegance at The Fairfield in The Barrel Room. Step beyond the ordinary and enter The Crimson Ball, an immersive Halloween evening of dark glamour, mystery, entertainment, cocktails, light bites, and dancing at The Fairfield. Dress to impress in your finest crimson, black, gothic glamour, masquerade, or elevated Halloween attire and prepare for a night designed to surprise you. Throughout the evening, discover live entertainment, roaming experiences, decadent desserts, specialty cocktails, dramatic photo moments, light eats, and unexpected encounters before the night transforms into a late-night celebration. Expect the unexpected.   GENERAL ADMISSION — $50 PER PERSON Your General Admission ticket includes: • Admission to The Crimson Ball • Light eats throughout the evening • Access to live entertainment and immersive experiences • Dancing + DJ entertainment • Access to bars and specialty Crimson Ball cocktails available for purchase • Crimson Ball photo moments and event experiences   THE CRIMSON LOUNGE — $600 Want to experience The Crimson Ball from your own private space? Reserve a Crimson Lounge for your group and enjoy an elevated VIP experience throughout the evening. Your $600 Crimson Lounge reservation includes: • Admission for up to 6 guests • Light eats throughout the evening • Private reserved couch/lounge area • Dedicated VIP server • Tableside beverage service • $300 bar credit toward your group's beverage package • Premium lounge location within The Crimson Ball • Access to all General Admission entertainment and experiences   $600 per Crimson Lounge | Up to 6 Guests With six guests, that's $100 per person, including admission, light eats, your private lounge experience, dedicated service, and $300 toward your group's bar package. Crimson Lounges are extremely limited and must be reserved in advance.   COME DRESSED TO IMPRESS. Dark. Elegant. Mysterious. Crimson. One night. One ball. Will you accept the invitation?

Blessings in a Backpack & The Fairfield present...  Fantastical Fort 2026 Just beyond the world you know, something magical awaits... On October 25th, The Fairfield opens its doors to a world unlike anything Fort Wayne has ever seen. Fantastical Fort is a one-of-a-kind, FREE, all-ages community event where local small businesses and nonprofits come together to create an immersive magical experience across four enchanted floors. From whimsical fairy tales and enchanted kingdoms to dark and mysterious realms — wizards, witches, mermaids, vampires, faeries, and magical creatures of every kind are welcome here.   Here's what awaits you inside: Enchanted vendor booths from local small businesses Themed activities from local nonprofits Wizarding worlds & whimsical realms  Arcane & mystic atmospheres Magical food & drinks Four floors of pure wonder & imagination   Whether your magic lives in the pages of a beloved book, the roll of a die, the turn of a card, the wave of a wand, or somewhere in between, Fantastical Fort has a realm for you. Come in costume, come in character, or simply come as you are — just come ready to explore. The magic is calling... will you answer?   Date: Sunday, October 25th Location: The Fairfield  1510 Fairfield Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46802 Time: 12pm-5pm Admission: FREE