The Sweetwater Performance Pavilion is a covered outdoor music venue, located on the south end of the Sweetwater campus in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Features of the venue include:

Custom-designed, state-of-the-art sound system
Free on-site parking
Air-conditioned on-site restrooms
Food, soft drinks, beer, and wine — all available for purchase

FAQ

Where is the Sweetwater Performance Pavilion?

The Sweetwater Performance Pavilion is located just behind the Sweetwater campus which is located at 5501 US Highway 30 West, Fort Wayne, IN 46818

Where can I buy tickets?

Tickets can be purchased online at www.sweetwaterpavilion.com or in person at:

Sweetwater Concierge Desk
5501 US-30, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Neat Neat Neat Records
1836 S Calhoun St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Monday 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Tuesday-Saturday 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Wooden Nickel
3627 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN 46809
Monday-Saturday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM

What are your will call hours?

1 hour prior to show.

Where do I park?

We have ample free parking adjacent to the Pavilion. The parking lot is lighted and includes handicap spaces.

Do you have re-entry?

In order to help provide a safe and secure environment for all of our guests, we have a strict NO RE-ENTRY policy. If you have special needs or concerns that require you to leave the venue, please speak with one of our team members and we will be happy to help you.

Is there an age requirement to attend concerts?

Every show is different so make sure to check out the age restrictions on the event details page for the particular event you are interested in attending.

Are there seats?

Yes. All of the shows on the 2018 calendar are seated shows.

Do you offer food?

A variety of Fort Wayne Food Trucks will be at each concert. For more information, visit www.fortwaynefoodtrucks.com. No outside food or drink is allowed inside the Pavilion.

Is alcohol served at the Venue?

For those who are 21 and over, beer and wine are available for purchase with a valid ID.

Is tailgating allowed?

No, Tailgating is prohibited. Portable grills are not allowed on the premises and alcohol is only allowed inside the gates of the performance space. Sweetwater is a non-smoking campus.

What items aren’t allowed inside the venue?

The Pavilion staff is dedicated to creating a safe and fun environment for all patrons who attend our venue. With that in mind we take the safety and security of our staff and patrons seriously. Prior to entering the building all guests will be searched by wand, pat down, or metal detector and may be asked to empty pockets. All bags will be searched.

Please enjoy your time at the Pavilion without any of the following items:

No guns, knives, weapons, pepper spray, projectiles of any kind, or any other item that could be used to inflict harm
Replicas of weapons also are NOT permitted
No drugs or drug paraphernalia, illegal substances of any kind
No outside food or drinks
No outside folding chairs or camping chairs
No personal video cameras, Go-Pros, selfie sticks, drones, masks or laser pointers
No professional photo, video, or audio recording equipment – (including detachable lenses, tripods, zooms or commercial use rigs)
No unsealed liquids or gels of any kind
No jewelry or clothing that could inflict harm
No large bags over (10” x 10”), backpacks, Camelbacks or Bota bags
No stuffed animals or toys of any kind

This list of prohibited items is subject to change at the discretion of venue management.

We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone. If you see something that concerns you, please immediately speak to our management or security staff.

Do you have a lost & found?

Yes, please contact the Sweetwater Concierge at (260) 432-8176 x1137.

Photography Waiver

By entering the venue, you are agreeing to be photographed and videoed by our team for use in future promotions from Sweetwater.

Box Office Hours: 9AM–9PM Monday–Thursday; 9AM–8PM Friday; 9AM–6PM Saturday
5501 US-30, Fort Wayne, IN 46818 | Info: (260) 432-8176 x1137 | Tickets: (800) 514-3849