Connecting Globally.
Thriving Locally.

OUR SISTER CITIES

Globally advancing friendship and peace through educational, cultural and economic exchanges.

Fort Wayne Sister Cities International, Inc. is an all-volunteer organization, and we're always looking for new members.

Please contact us to find out more.

Join us for a Holiday Experience!

Celebrate the season through the traditions of Fort Wayne's Sister Cities! Experience live cultural demonstrations, authentic seasonal foods and beverages, and festive displays inspired by the unique fall and winter holidays of Myanmar, Japan, Poland, and Germany. Discover the history and customs behind each celebration before enjoying more than 1.5 million holiday lights throughout Parkview Field.

Ticket price includes live cultural demonstrations, food and beverages, and entrance to the Parkview Field Festival of Lights. 

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Bringing cultures together is possible.
We’re doing it.

Fort Wayne Sister Cities is bringing cultures together from all over the world because of your support. Through your donations you help ensure the strength of our mission. To learn more about becoming a volunteer, sponsor, or just how to make a quick donation click here.

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Building Bridges That Last: Fort Wayne Sister Cities Returns Inspired from Washington, D.C.
Building Bridges That Last: Fort Wayne Sister Cities Returns Inspired from Washington, D.C.

For Fort Wayne Sister Cities International board members Melissa Rhinehart and Susannah Arthur, attending the recent Sister Cities International Homecoming in Washington, D.C., was a reminder that the organization's mission has never been more important.

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Sips from Our Sister Cities 2026
Sips from Our Sister Cities 2026

Thank you to everyone who came out for our first annual Sips from Our Sister Cities! We are incredibly grateful for the support from our community, sponsors, volunteers, and partners who helped make the evening such a success.

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Strengthening Sister City Connections with SDI’s Support
Strengthening Sister City Connections with SDI’s Support

Fort Wayne Sister Cities International extends a heartfelt thank you to SDI for their generous donation! Your support helps fund our mission to build global friendships and cultural connections.

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2025 Taste of Sister Cities Gala: Recap
2025 Taste of Sister Cities Gala: Recap

What an unforgettable evening at the Taste of Sister Cities Gala! The evening was filled with incredible food from our four sister cities and one friendship city, inspiring speakers, vibrant cultural performances, and a lively auction!

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Japan Earthquake Relief Fund
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City of Fort Wayne welcoming delegations from sister city in Poland
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Mayor Henry Announces How Residents Can Help Ukraine Through Fort Wayne’s Sister City in Plock, Poland
Mayor Henry Announces How Residents Can Help Ukraine Through Fort Wayne’s Sister City in Plock, Poland

Mayor Tom Henry today announced how Fort Wayne residents can help the people of Ukraine through our sister city in Plock, Poland.

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Hinamatsuri
Hinamatsuri

Hinamatsuri takes place on March 03, 2022.

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A Conversation with Past and Present FWSCI Leadership
A Conversation with Past and Present FWSCI Leadership

Board Member Mary Encabo Bischoff sat down with past FWSCI leaders to discuss the legacy of Fort Wayne Sister Cities.

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Takaoka, Japan Welcomes Fort Wayne to Their International Exchange Festival This Halloween
Takaoka, Japan Welcomes Fort Wayne to Their International Exchange Festival This Halloween

30th year exchange festival adds Fort Wayne to its guestlist

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