Experience Carmel

06/01/2026

Movies at Midtown, sponsored by Allied Solutions, returns tomorrow!📽️🍿

We're kicking off another season of movies on the big screen with a classic —the 1976 version of "Freaky Friday" to honor Carmel's 50th anniversary!

Head to Midtown Plaza on Tuesday or Thursday to catch the movie with friends and family.

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

ONE MORE DAY! 🌟 The countdown is officially on for the 2nd annual EidFest! Join us tomorrow, Saturday, May 30, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Gazebo at Civic Square.

Bring the whole family out to enjoy:
🌍 Live cultural performances
🛍️ Unique shopping vendors, fashion and jewelry booths
🍲 Incredible global cuisines from local vendors
🎨 Beautiful henna art, family activities and more!

🚲 Pro-Tip: The Gazebo is right off the Monon Greenway, so walking or biking to the festival is highly encouraged!

🚗 Parking Info: If you’re driving, free parking is available nearby at the
- Civic Square Garage (50 Red Truck Rd.)
- Veterans Way Garage at Carmel City Center, (100 City Center Dr.)
- The Center Public Parking at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts (819 3rd Ave. SW)

We can’t wait to celebrate cultural diversity, community and friendship with all of our neighbors tomorrow. See you there! 🙌✨

05/28/2026

Get ready to experience good old-fashioned community fun with the return of Americana on Main, sponsored by Allied Solutions! Every Thursday evening from June 11 to July 2, we’re transforming the Arts & Design District into a nostalgic celebration of summer.

Think plaza programming, roaming entertainment, shopping at your favorite local boutiques, festive fare and classic family activities that feel like a trip down memory lane 🍿🍦✨

Mark your calendars for the full 4-week lineup (4:00 – 8:00 p.m.):
🎶 June 11
🍦 June 18
💃 June 25
🌽 July 2: Pop-Up Farmer's Market!

05/27/2026

🚴‍♂️🚨 CALLING ALL YOUNG RIDERS! 🚨🚴‍♀️

Ready for a Saturday morning packed with bikes, smiles, and fire engines? Join Bike Carmel and the Carmel Fire Department on Saturday, June 6, for a very special Family Fun Ride: Firehouse Edition!

We are kicking things off at Carmel Middle School with our interactive Bike Rodeo course—perfect for practicing those starting, stopping and steering skills. Plus, you can grab a free custom caricature drawing of the family! 🎨

Then, get ready for the main event: a spectacular bicycle parade escorted by CFD's very own Chief Moriarty in a real fire engine! 🚒 The parade will roll straight to the Carmel Fire S.A.F.E. House for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the facility and the fire museum.

🗓 Schedule of Events:

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM: Check-in, Bike Rodeo skills course, & free caricatures
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: CFD Fire Engine Parade & Safe House tour
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Final skills practice at the Bike Rodeo

🎒 What to bring: Your bicycle, a big smile and a well-fitting helmet (required for all riders!).

Participation is completely FREE, but registration is required. Head over to the link below to sign up and view the full summer schedule! 👇

🔗 https://www.bikereg.com/bike-carmel-family-fun-rides

05/20/2026

Outdoor movie season is officially back in Carmel! Movies at Midtown, sponsored by our friends at Allied Solutions, is your go-to all summer long to catch your favorite family flicks and classics right on the plaza.

We’ve got you covered with three showtimes every single week:
✨ Tuesdays at 6:00 PM
🌤️ Thursdays at Noon
✨ Thursdays at 6:00 PM

Grab a bite to eat from any of our incredible Midtown spots, find a cozy spot on the green and enjoy the show. These movies are free to attend and open to the public.

Check out the movie schedule below, and let us know in the comments which flick you’re most excited to watch! 👇

05/19/2026

🎉 THE COUNTDOWN TO EIDFEST IS ON! 🎉

Get ready for the ultimate community celebration! The EidFest committee is bringing you an unforgettable day packed with incredible food trucks, a vibrant shopping experience and performances that the entire family will enjoy.

Bring your friends, your appetite and your energy. You won’t want to miss this!

📅 Save the Date: Saturday, May 30
📍 Location: The Lawn at Carmel City Hall
⏰ Time: 4 - 8 p.m.

05/15/2026

Check out this free event in Midtown tomorrow!

Start your Saturday strong with a free workout in Midtown! 💪🩰

Join us on Saturday, May 16 at 8:30 a.m. for a special pop-up class with Pure Barre as part of our Get Moving in May campaign. This low-impact, high-intensity workout is designed to build strength, improve flexibility and leave you feeling energized for the weekend ahead.

All fitness levels are welcome, so grab a friend, bring your mat and come see what Pure Barre is all about!

05/07/2026

The weekend is almost here, and it’s time to head to Midtown for a day of community, art and fun. Whether you’re looking to grab a bite, enjoy a movie on the turf or get some face painting done, it's all right there in Midtown Plaza!

What to Expect:
Movie Showing: Local sets keeping the energy high all afternoon.
Various Vendors: Grab a plant from Ginger Root Plant Co. and take part in the community chalk art!
Eats & Drinks: Visit your favorite local spots for seasonal refreshments and snacks.

🗓 When: This Saturday, May 9
📍 Where: Midtown Plaza
⏰ Time: 2 - 5 p.m.

05/06/2026

The wait is almost over! 🚲 This Saturday kicks off our first Family Fun Ride of the season, and there is still time to get your crew registered!

These free 2-mile rides are the perfect way to spend a Saturday morning, helping our youngest riders gain confidence on their bikes while exploring our local paths. We’ll have snacks, a Bike Rodeo and plenty of community spirit.

📍 Start Location: Carmel Elementary
⏰ Registration/Check-in: 8:30 AM
🚲 Ride Starts: 9:00 AM

Don't miss out on the fun—head over to BikeCarmel.com to secure your spot today! 🎒☀️