The IN List: weekend shares the top events going on this weekend in & around Carmel. Be sure to keep an eye on Instagram stories from @keepingupincarmel for any event changes or additions.
These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.
Friday, Dec 1
Movies in the Plaza: 5:30pm. Grand Junction Plaza, Westfield, IN. Playing White Christmas (1954). Bring blankets, coats, chairs, etc. to watch this movie outdoors on the lawn. More information here.
Carmel Christkindlmarkt: Open 12pm-9pm. 10 Carter Green, Carmel, IN. Award winning German Christmas Market with food, activities, and entertainment for the whole family. Free to enter. Visit carmelchristkindlmarkt.com/schedule for the daily schedule of events.
NPT Night Lights: 6-8pm. Nickel Plate Trail, Downtown Fishers, IN. Come out as the lights along the NPT are illuminated for the season! Photo ops, food, music. Free event, no registration required. More info, here.
Carmel Holiday Trolley: Runs 5-9pm. Hop on and off for free at stops at Main St, The Indiana Design Center, Midtown, The City Center, and the Christkindlmarkt.
Westfield Ice Ribbon: Skate sessions at 4pm & 6pm. Grand Junction Plaza, Westfield, IN. Skate rental included in admission price. Reservations must be made online in advance. Use promo code KUIC2 for $2 off skate session when booking.
Carmel Santa Tour: 5-8pm. Pink Route - South Central. Check the Santa Tracker to see which route your neighborhood is on and when he will be driving by your street!
25 Days of Flixmas - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: 6pm. Flix Brewhouse, Carmel, IN. Tickets required.
Elf the Musical: 7pm. Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, Carmel, IN. Tickets required.
Pajama-Rama: 7pm-7:45pm. Cool Creek Nature Center. Put on your favorite pair of PJs and bring a blanket. Instructor from Moriah Music will lead the kids through songs and stories.Best for kids ages 1-7. Registration required.
Saturday, Dec 2
Carmel Christkindlmarkt: Open 12pm-9pm. 10 Carter Green, Carmel, IN. Award winning German Christmas Market with food, activities, and entertainment for the whole family. Free to enter. Visit carmelchristkindlmarkt.com/schedule for the daily schedule of events.
Westfield In Lights: 3-6pm. Grand Junction Plaza, Westfield, IN. Free event for all ages. Llama walking, carnival games, food and drink vendors, and more. More event info, here.
Westfield Ice Ribbon: Skate sessions at 3pm & 5pm. Grand Junction Plaza, Westfield, IN. Skate rental included in admission price. Reservations must be made online in advance. Use promo code KUIC2 for $2 off skate session when booking.
Santa Soiree: 4-7pm. Clay Terrace Mall, Carmel, IN. Free event for all ages. Visit with santa, face painting, carriage rides, performances, selfies with santa’s friends, and more. Note, there isn’t a formal santa photo program at Clay Terrace this year. This is a great chance to see him! More event info, here.
The Music Playhouse Winter Gala: 6-8pm. The Cat Theatre, Carmel IN. Gala benefiting The Music Playhouse and two other musically focused foundations. Live auction, food, drink, live music. $50/person includes all food and drink. Use code TMP for 20% off ticket price.
Holidays in the Arts District: 2-5pm. Indiana Design Center South Parking Lot, Carmel, IN. Free event for all ages. Visit with Santa, see his elves & reindeer, special activities, trolley rides, and more.
NPT Night Lights: 6-8pm. Nickel Plate Trail, Downtown Fishers, IN. Come out as the lights along the NPT are illuminated for the season! Photo ops, food, music. Free event, no registration required. More info, here.
Rowdie’s Home Plate Holiday: 8 -11am. Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Join Rowdie (dressed as Santa) in the Elements Financial Club for a pancake breakfast, ornament making, face painting, and photo ops. Child’s ticket includes a Knot Hole Kids Club membership for 2024. Tickets required.
Itsy Bitsy Yogis: 10-10:30am. Carmel Main Library, Carmel, IN. Yoga class for kids ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Tickets available at first come first serve basis at kids desk 30 min before.
Holiday Sip and Shop - Carmel City Center: 12-3pm. City Center, Carmel, IN. Shops in the Carmel City Center will have special deals and drinks available for shoppers during the sip and shop event. No registration required.
Carmel Holiday Trolley: Runs 2-9pm. Hop on and off for free at stops at Main St, The Indiana Design Center, Midtown, The City Center, and the Christkindlmarkt.
Elf the Musical: 7pm. Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, Carmel, IN. Tickets required.
Sunday, Dec 3
Santa Sunday at the Christkindlmarkt: 12pm-6pm. 10 Carter Green, Carmel, IN. Visit Santa in the Spielhaus for your holiday chat and photos. More info on the daily schedule, here.
Indiana Wind Symphony - Santa and Mrs. Claus: 2pm. The Palladium, Carmel, IN. Family friendly holiday concert, featuring an appearance from Santa and Mrs. Claus singing ‘twas the night before Christmas. Special soloist performance of “Let It Go” from Frozen. Tickets required.
NPT Night Lights: 6-8pm. Nickel Plate Trail, Downtown Fishers, IN. Come out as the lights along the NPT are illuminated for the season! Photo ops, food, music. Free event, no registration required. More info, here.
Carmel Santa Tour: 5-8pm. Dark Green Path - Southeast. Check the Santa Tracker to see which route your neighborhood is on and when he will be driving by your street!
Elf the Musical: 2pm. Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, Carmel, IN. Tickets required.
Cookies with Santa: 12-2pm. Urban Vines Winery & Brewery. Westfield, IN. Santa is dropping by to say hi! Free event for all ages.