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, May 3
Toddler Trek - Flowers: 10am-11am. Starkey Nature Park, Zionsville, IN. For kids 3 & under. Registration required.
Carmel Main Library Events: 425 E Main St, Carmel, IN.
STEAM Explorers Jr.: 10-11am & 3:30-4:30pm. For kids ages 4-6. Tickets available 30 min before at kids desk.
Sit. Stay. Chill: 4:30-5:15pm. Hang out with PAWS therapy dog. For kids grades 6-12. No ticket required.
Zionsville Library (Hussey Mayfield) Events: 250 N. 5th St. Zionsville, IN. Registration required.
Storywalkers Club Event: 10:30am. “If you want to knit some mittens.” Ages 3 & up. Meet at Elm Street Green.
Storytime with 500 Festival Princesses: 1:30pm. Race car story and activity.
Coffee on the Monon: 6:30am-9:00am. Midtown Plaza, Carmel, IN. Complimentary coffee and light snacks provided from Just Love Coffee Cafe.
Indy Indians vs. Buffalo: 7:05pm. Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Friday Fireworks. Tickets required.
Indy Nights with Ryan Ahlwardt: 7:30-9pm. Feinsteins at Hotel Carmichael, 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 will lead the kids through songs and stories. Best for kids ages 1-7. Registration not required.
The Shop Indy Downtown Grand Opening: store opens at 10am, activities start at 4:30pm. 747 N College Ave. Indianapolis, IN. Conor Daly autograph signing, 25% off all weekend, face painting & balloon artist, free hot dogs & beverage samples, and more!
Saturday, May 4
Carmel Summer Farmers Market: 8am - 11:30am 2 Carter Green, Carmel, IN.
Fishers Farmers Market: 8am-12pm. Nickel Plate District Amp. 6 Municipal Dr. Fishers, IN
Noblesville Farmers Market: 8am-12pm. Federal Hill Commons. 175 Logan St. Noblesville, IN
Wild Kids Birthday Warehouse Sale: 10am-5pm. 17401 Tiller Ct Suite A, Westfield, IN. Once a year discounts on snuggle couches, snuggle clouds, dream couches and more. No ticket required.
Peanut Butter & Jam - Bongo Boy Music: 10:30am. The Palladium, Carmel, IN. Designed for children ages 1-7, the concert encourages young children to become engaged in the arts. Tickets required.
Spring Sip ‘n Shop: 12-3pm. Carmel City Center, Carmel, IN. Sidewalk sales and complimentary libations at 5 businesses.
317Home: Shop from a selection of potted floral pots.
Lily & Sparrow Boutique: Enjoy 15% off your clothing purchase
Kits & Kaboodle Classic Toys: Take 20% off any outdoor toy
The Shop: Enjoy 25% off all regular priced items.
Linden Tree Gifts: Create your own Trucker Hat Bar with Linden Tree
Get Your Bike Ready to Ride: 1-3pm. Carmel Main Library. Bike maintenance drop in. Free, open to public.
Bike Rodeo: 10am-12pm. Fishers Library. Kids ages 7-10 can register for 2 hours of fun challenges on their bikes. Must bring bike and helmet. Online registration required.
500 Festival Mini Marathon: 7:30am start. Downtown Indianapolis.
Indy Indians vs. Buffalo: 6:35pm. Star Wars Night. Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Sunday, May 5
Indy Indians vs. Buffalo: 1:35pm. Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Kids eat free, Blippi and Meekah meet & greet. Tickets required.
Salsa Fiesta: 3-5pm. The Music Playhouse - 765 W. Carmel Dr Carmel, IN. Free community event for families and people of all ages! Salsa lessons, spanish music class, mexican inspired arts and crafts, guitar player and sing along, salsa (food) contest, and more! Free to attend, no ticket required.
Sunday Stories: 2-2:45pm. Noblesville Library. Storytime for kids ages 2 and up. No registration required.