Carmel Christkindlmarkt: Voted the best in the nation, this authentic German Christmas market is the heart of the holiday spirit.
Nov. 22 – Dec. 24
Visit CarmelChristkindlmarkt.
The Ice at Carter Green: Lace up your skates for a memorable ice skating experience in the heart of City Center.
Nov. 22 – Feb. 1, 2026
Visit TheIceatCarterGreen.com
Carmel Fire Department Annual Community Assistance Project: In partnership with Carmel Youth Assistance Program.
Every year, CFD, with support from the Carmel community, has assisted hundreds of needy families during the holiday season.
Interested residents can a donation, sign up to be a sponsor or help to deliver food and gifts on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 9 – 11 a.m. from CFD’s Training Center at 4925 E. 106th St., Carmel
For more information, visit the Community Assistance Program website here > https://www.carmel.in.gov/government/departments-services/fire/department-activities-events/community-assistance-program
You can also donate directly here > https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=ALN6D8E4CFN5Y
Santa Tours!: 10 dates (all on a Sunday, Wednesday, or Friday) with each tour time from 5-8 p.m.
The City of Carmel has installed four custom-made mailboxes across town, offering a direct, express delivery service straight to Santa and his elves at the North Pole! Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 25, children are encouraged to write their letters, include a name and return address and drop them into one of these special mailboxes to guarantee Santa receives their message before Christmas. The mailboxes will be available until Sunday, Dec. 14.
Mailbox Locations:
- Arts & Design District – next to The Carmel Arts Council Children’s Art Gallery
(40 W. Main St.) - Midtown Plaza – outside of Sun King (351 Monon Blvd.)
- City Center – North of the Veterans Way/Hanover Place stop sign
- Indiana Design Center – at Santa’s House (200 S. Range Line Rd.)
Reggie the Elf will show you all about it here! > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=og07mGHMpLc
