Markets and Events

Fritz Studio is thrilled to bring our unique, handcrafted designs directly to you through various local markets and events throughout northeast Indiana. Whether you’re a long-time supporter or new to our community, we invite you to stop by and experience the artistry and tranquility of Fritz Studio in person.

Find Nancy’s fine art exhibitions here:

The Grow Conference Fort Wayne
Apr
22

The Grow Conference Fort Wayne

Exciting news! I’m honored to be a part of The GROW Conference – Ft. Wayne alongside an incredible lineup of industry leaders!

This event is designed for women in business who are ready to grow, connect, and lead with confidence.

My session, Mindful Mandalas, will invite attendees to slow down and reconnect through a creative, hands-on experience. We’ll explore the power of presence while painting laser-cut mandala ornaments—each engraved with a peaceful saying—to reflect on the beauty of stillness amidst growth.

Plus, attendees will enjoy breakfast, lunch, and amazing networking opportunities!

Join me and use the code "SPEAKER" for $50 off your ticket!
Grab your ticket using this link!

Let’s grow together! 🌿


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Create Your Own Shire Door: Paint & Take
Apr
27

Create Your Own Shire Door: Paint & Take

Step into a world of cozy charm and creativity with the Create Your Own Shire Door Paint & Take! Each participant will select from a variety of laser-cut door styles and whimsical embellishments—such as unique windows, doorknobs, and other decorative details—to bring their miniature shire door to life. All paints, brushes, and supplies are included to make your one-of-a-kind creation shine.

Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in, gather your supplies, and prepare for a peaceful creative experience. We’ll begin with a few instructions to get you started, then enjoy a relaxed painting session. Nancy will be available throughout to offer guidance and answer questions as you go.

$30.00 per person

Enjoy $1 off drinks from the Swizzle bar during your session

Sessions:

  • Noon - 1:30p

  • 2p - 3:30p

✨ Drop-ins are welcome, but registration is highly encouraged to ensure we have enough materials for everyone.

📅 Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to the session to receive a refund.

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 Mycelium & Muse: Grow. Paint. Connect.
May
10

Mycelium & Muse: Grow. Paint. Connect.

Join us for a FUNgi-filled afternoon of earthy creativity and calm connection! In this immersive workshop, you’ll rotate between two activities:

With Myzel Risin’: how to make your own mushroom grow log—then take it home and watch your mushrooms grow!

With Fritz Studio: paint your own laser-cut wooden mushroom ornament—perfect for bringing a little woodland whimsy to your space.

Take home a mushroom log that can grow mushrooms Keep your custom hand-painted mushroom ornament

No experience needed | All supplies provided Cost: $50 per person (Ticket includes both the mushroom log and ornament activity.)

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Mindful Mandalas: Paint & Take
May
11

Mindful Mandalas: Paint & Take

 Create, Relax, and Connect at our Mindful Mandala Painting Paint & Take. You’ll create a beautiful mandala ornament while embracing a moment of calm to set the tone of a peaceful and intention.

Each participant will choose one mandala ornament from three beautiful designs, each featuring a mindful or meditative saying engraved on the back, with all the paint and supplies provided to bring it to life.

Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in, gather your supplies, and prepare for a peaceful creative experience. We’ll begin with a few instructions to get you started, then enjoy a relaxed painting session. Nancy will be available throughout to offer guidance and answer questions as you go.

$25.00 per person

Enjoy $1 off drinks from the Swizzle bar during your session

Sessions:

  • Noon - 1:30p

  • 2p - 3:30p

✨ Drop-ins are welcome, but registration is highly encouraged to ensure we have enough materials for everyone.

📅 Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to the session to receive a refund.

 

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Create Your Own Shire Door: Paint & Take
Jun
15

Create Your Own Shire Door: Paint & Take

Step into a world of cozy charm and creativity with the Create Your Own Shire Door Paint & Take! Each participant will select from a variety of laser-cut door styles and whimsical embellishments—such as unique windows, doorknobs, and other decorative details—to bring their miniature shire door to life. All paints, brushes, and supplies are included to make your one-of-a-kind creation shine.

Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in, gather your supplies, and prepare for a peaceful creative experience. We’ll begin with a few instructions to get you started, then enjoy a relaxed painting session. Nancy will be available throughout to offer guidance and answer questions as you go.

$30.00 per person

Enjoy $1 off drinks from the Swizzle bar during your session

Sessions:

  • Noon - 1:30p

  • 2p - 3:30p

✨ Drop-ins are welcome, but registration is highly encouraged to ensure we have enough materials for everyone.

📅 Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to the session to receive a refund.

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Mindful Mandalas: Paint & Take
Jul
13

Mindful Mandalas: Paint & Take

 Create, Relax, and Connect at our Mindful Mandala Painting Paint & Take. You’ll create a beautiful mandala ornament while embracing a moment of calm to set the tone of a peaceful and intention.

Each participant will choose one mandala ornament from three beautiful designs, each featuring a mindful or meditative saying engraved on the back, with all the paint and supplies provided to bring it to life.

Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in, gather your supplies, and prepare for a peaceful creative experience. We’ll begin with a few instructions to get you started, then enjoy a relaxed painting session. Nancy will be available throughout to offer guidance and answer questions as you go.

$25.00 per person

Enjoy $1 off drinks from the Swizzle bar during your session

Sessions:

  • Noon - 1:30p

  • 2p - 3:30p

✨ Drop-ins are welcome, but registration is highly encouraged to ensure we have enough materials for everyone.

📅 Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to the session to receive a refund.

 

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Create Your Own Shire Door: Paint & Take
Aug
10

Create Your Own Shire Door: Paint & Take

Step into a world of cozy charm and creativity with the Create Your Own Shire Door Paint & Take! Each participant will select from a variety of laser-cut door styles and whimsical embellishments—such as unique windows, doorknobs, and other decorative details—to bring their miniature shire door to life. All paints, brushes, and supplies are included to make your one-of-a-kind creation shine.

Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in, gather your supplies, and prepare for a peaceful creative experience. We’ll begin with a few instructions to get you started, then enjoy a relaxed painting session. Nancy will be available throughout to offer guidance and answer questions as you go.

$30.00 per person

Enjoy $1 off drinks from the Swizzle bar during your session

Sessions:

  • Noon - 1:30p

  • 2p - 3:30p

✨ Drop-ins are welcome, but registration is highly encouraged to ensure we have enough materials for everyone.

📅 Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to the session to receive a refund.

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Mindful Mandalas: Paint & Take
Sep
14

Mindful Mandalas: Paint & Take

 Create, Relax, and Connect at our Mindful Mandala Painting Paint & Take. You’ll create a beautiful mandala ornament while embracing a moment of calm to set the tone of a peaceful and intention.

Each participant will choose one mandala ornament from three beautiful designs, each featuring a mindful or meditative saying engraved on the back, with all the paint and supplies provided to bring it to life.

Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in, gather your supplies, and prepare for a peaceful creative experience. We’ll begin with a few instructions to get you started, then enjoy a relaxed painting session. Nancy will be available throughout to offer guidance and answer questions as you go.

$25.00 per person

Enjoy $1 off drinks from the Swizzle bar during your session

Sessions:

  • Noon - 1:30p

  • 2p - 3:30p

✨ Drop-ins are welcome, but registration is highly encouraged to ensure we have enough materials for everyone.

📅 Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to the session to receive a refund.

 

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Second Breakfast and Shire Creations
Mar
1
to Mar 2

Second Breakfast and Shire Creations

Start your morning with the charm and simplicity of a hobbit-inspired gathering at Second Breakfast & Shire Creations! Enjoy a boxed breakfast from The Omelet Bar, paired with your choice of Swizzle's non-alcoholic beverage or latte, and let your imagination take flight as you craft and paint your very own Shire-inspired round door with Fritz Studio. 

Choose from two cozy sessions:
Session 1: 11:00 AM
Session 2: 12:30 PM

Date: March 1, 2025
Location: Swizzle Market
Price: $50 per person  

Celebrate the joy of good food, fellowship, and creative expression. Register today to reserve your spot!

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Heart & Art: Conversation Heart Paint Day
Feb
15

Heart & Art: Conversation Heart Paint Day

Celebrate love, creativity, and connection this Valentine’s Weekend at Swizzle Market on Saturday, February 15th, 2025! Whether you’re sharing the day with your sweetheart, friends, or flying solo, this relaxed and fun paint-and-take event is the perfect way to add a little creativity to your weekend.

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MIX APPAREL & GIFT SHOW
Jan
26
to Jan 28

MIX APPAREL & GIFT SHOW

  • Permanent Showrooms & MIX Trade Show Events (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Enjoy beautiful showrooms and trade show events that are refreshingly calm, easy to navigate, and a joy to work at.  Buyers get the full attention of the most respected sales reps in the industry. Permanent showrooms, temp exhibits, designers, artisans and independent sales reps exhibiting at MIX have the leading brands and latest trends in women’s apparel, jewelry, accessories, footwear and gifts of every category! This first-class boutique show is produced three times a year and show dates correlate to the pre-season wholesale buying timeline. MIX Is an order writing show with a cash and carry section. As a B2B event, entry is allowed only to qualified and registered retailers and exhibitors.     

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Mindful Mandalas: Paint & Take
Jan
19

Mindful Mandalas: Paint & Take

Start the new year with intention and creativity at our Mindful Mandala Painting Paint & Take. You’ll create a beautiful mandala ornament while embracing a moment of calm to set the tone for a peaceful and inspiring year ahead.

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Mindful Mandalas: Paint & Take
Jan
19

Mindful Mandalas: Paint & Take

Start the new year with intention and creativity at our Mindful Mandala Painting Paint & Take. You’ll create a beautiful mandala ornament while embracing a moment of calm to set the tone for a peaceful and inspiring year ahead.

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Fort Wayne’s Farmers Market
Dec
28

Fort Wayne’s Farmers Market

FWFM offers a variety of products from 50 vendors during the indoor weekly season and 70+ during the summer.  You will find products ranging from farm & garden, home-based & professionally prepared foods that are minimally processed foods, natural products, and local artisans.  The only farmers market in the NE Indiana region that has a farm inspection program. We strive to reduce the influx of auction produce to improve accountability and trace-ability.

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Fort Wayne’s Farmers Market
Dec
14

Fort Wayne’s Farmers Market

FWFM offers a variety of products from 50 vendors during the indoor weekly season and 70+ during the summer.  You will find products ranging from farm & garden, home-based & professionally prepared foods that are minimally processed foods, natural products, and local artisans.  The only farmers market in the NE Indiana region that has a farm inspection program. We strive to reduce the influx of auction produce to improve accountability and trace-ability.

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Art Link Winter Market
Nov
30

Art Link Winter Market

The Artlink Winter Market features a variety of vendors offering the best in fine art, contemporary craft, and homemade goods. Kicking off on Small Business Saturday, the Winter Market will take place on Saturdays, Nov 30th, Dec 7th and Dec 14th inside Artlink. Also in the gallery, you can find our Cup Exhibition & Sale, featuring handmade cups by 32 ceramic artists, and our Curated Shop, featuring handmade goods like clothing and jewelry by local artists. Grab a free hot chocolate or coffee while you're in!

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Fort Wayne’s Farmers Market
Nov
16

Fort Wayne’s Farmers Market

FWFM offers a variety of products from 50 vendors during the indoor weekly season and 70+ during the summer.  You will find products ranging from farm & garden, home-based & professionally prepared foods that are minimally processed foods, natural products, and local artisans.  The only farmers market in the NE Indiana region that has a farm inspection program. We strive to reduce the influx of auction produce to improve accountability and trace-ability.

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A Nightmare on Berry Street 2
Oct
26
to Oct 27

A Nightmare on Berry Street 2

Mark you calendars! This Halloween Art Show Experience sequel will take place October 26th!

Interested vendors, performers and artists can get on the list here: https://anightmareonberrystreet.com/

This event will feature imaginative artists, captivating live performers, interactive photo opportunities, horror actors, and much more!

Ticket Information coming soon!

Brace yourselves for an unparalleled sequel in horror and art at our exclusive Halloween gathering, strictly for those aged 18 and over! Mark your calendars for October 26th and prepare for a night filled with eerie wonders that will chill you to the bone and create memories that will last a lifetime.


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Rocky Horror Picture Show
Oct
19

Rocky Horror Picture Show

  • Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Celebrating the time warp at the Conservatory!

Weather permitting, this cult classic movie is shown on the outdoor Terrace as part of the Downtown Improvement District’s Fright Night.

Lawn chairs welcome and encouraged. Food and beverage available for purchase ; no outside food or beverage permitted.

Please no rice or confetti during this participatory movie event. Rated R with content not suitable for younger audiences.

Attendees 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

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Fright Night
Oct
12

Fright Night

Set up on Main Street we will have a night market of vendors, food trucks, spook-sters, entertainment, a hearse car show, a Vampire Queen contest, and of course tarot readings!! Will announce as we add to!! Looking very forward to seeing this come to life!! Dressing up is encouraged!!!

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Botanical Brew
Oct
4

Botanical Brew

Meet your friends at the Conservatory for a sampling of all things brewed! Your taste buds are sure to brew up some local favorites as you sample coffee, tea, cider, craft beer, and wine. Wander the gardens and enjoy featured food truck fare and entertainers busking throughout. Packaged beverages will also be available for purchase.

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YLNI Farmers Market
Sep
21

YLNI Farmers Market

The YLNI Farmers Market is a producer-only market, meaning that our vendors personally make or grow the products they sell. Every vendor is local, coming from Allen or surrounding counties.

When YLNI revived the market nearly 15 years ago we had 4-6 vendors; we now host more than 150 week in and week out. On average, the market connects 10,000 visitors each week with fresh and unique local produce, plants, meats, baked goods, and homemade crafts. The market also operates year round with a robust winter market, starting in November.

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ART THIS WAY ART CRAWL: ALLEY BASH!
Sep
20

ART THIS WAY ART CRAWL: ALLEY BASH!

The Art Crawl will be held within the alleyways and streets of Downtown Fort Wayne. Each space will feature live music, artists performing live, and a cash bar. Money raised at this event will go directly to funding public art Downtown. Thank you for joining us as we help Fort Wayne further develop its unique identity!

Cash bars along the Crawl will be provided by local restaurants.

The event will also feature a silent disco, a photo booth, and more!

Live musical performances are held in all locations, and the bands include:

James and the Drifters, The Mad Scatter, a Silent Disco with DJ Trend, The Ragtag Bunch, DJ Polaris, Los Electro and more!

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The Indy Show
Sep
17
to Sep 18

The Indy Show

  • Hamiliton County Exhibition Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Regional Wholesale Trade Show Event

APPAREL | ACCESSORIES | JEWELRY | FOOTWEAR | GIFTS LIFESTYLE | HOME DECOR

Regional trade shows are essential to small and medium size businesses.

Affordable and close to home, Silver Lining’s wholesale B2B events connect retail store owners and buyers with independent sales reps.

Buyers will see the leading brands and latest trends in women’s apparel, jewelry, accessories, footwear, gifts and home décor.

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Roanoke Farmer’s Market
Aug
16

Roanoke Farmer’s Market

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season with local vendors and musical performances!

The center of Main Street will be lined with vendors from 1st to 3rd street with many local businesses remaining open as well! On High Street you can find musicians near Moose & Mollies and other special events on the opposite side of High Street!

We will have many options of locally produced fruits & veggies (seasonally available), baked goods, breads, Jams/Jellies and other food products as well as hand crafted items like jewelry, home decor, garden & outdoor decor and so much more!

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Bloom Fest
Aug
10

Bloom Fest

BLOOM FEST celebrates two main things: LOCAL ARTS & NATURE. We're very excited to present our seventh annual festival to Northeast Indiana at the beautiful nine-acre Riverside Gardens Park in Leo-Cedarville, just north of Fort Wayne! 130+ local arts, artisans and nature vendors, live music, food trucks, children activities, and so much more!

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