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 15
Complimentary Carriage Rides: 5:30-7:30pm. Clay Terrace Mall, Carmel, IN. First come, first serve. Pick up in front of Meridian Music.
Rec2Go - Holiday Drop In: 6-7pm. Seminary Park, 350 S. 10th St. Noblesville, IN. Free, drop in event for the first 100 guests. Holiday arts and crafts.Â
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.
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.
Carmel Santa Tour: 5-8pm. Blue - West/Central. Check the Santa Tracker to see where he is!
Skate with Santa:Â 5:30-7pm. Carmel Ice Skadium. $12/peron, $30/family (up to 4). Includes skate rental, cookies, hot cocoa.Â
Flixmas: Elf (20th Anniversary): 3:15pm & 6:30pm. Flix Brewhouse. TIckets required.
Saturday, Dec 16
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.
Zionsville Winterfest Makers Market: 9am - 12pm. Main Street, Zionsville, IN.Â
Santa Saturdays: 2-5pm. Indiana Design Center South Parking Lot, Carmel, IN. Free event for all ages. Visit Santa at his house in the parking lot of the Indiana Design center. Free event.
Festival of Carols: 3pm. The Palladium, Carmel, IN. Join Indianapolis Symphonic Choir for one of Indy’s favorite holiday traditions. Special visit from Santa during the show. Tickets required.Â
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.
Indianapolis Colts vs. Pittsburgh Steelers: 4:30pm. Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Sunday, Dec 17
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.
Festival of Carols: 3pm. The Palladium, Carmel, IN. Join Indianapolis Symphonic Choir for one of Indy’s favorite holiday traditions. Special visit from Santa during the show. Tickets required.Â
Carmel Santa Tour: 5-8pm. Red/Central North. Check the Santa Tracker to see which route your neighborhood is on and when he will be driving by your street!