Things to do in Carmel

Carmel is a prosperous Hamilton County suburb north of Indianapolis, known for the Monon Trail and the walkable Arts & Design District. Browse family events and things to do with kids in Carmel, Indiana.

Sat, Oct 10

Carmel Symphony Orchestra: HORIZONS: The Promise of a Vast Land

Carmel Symphony Orchestra performs Copland's American works in an inspiring concert.

Payne & Mencias Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel

6–18 yrsIndoor

Sat, Oct 10

PAUL HUGHES CELEBRATES THE RAT PACK

PAUL HUGHES CELEBRATES THE RAT PACK at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael

Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael, Carmel

0–18 yrs

Sat, Oct 10

Center Presents: Peanut Butter & Jam: Sing Me a Story with Indianapolis Opera

Brand-new children's opera by Indianapolis Opera—a musical story perfect for families.

The Studio Theater at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel

4–12 yrsIndoor

Sat, Oct 10

Diwali

Celebrate the Festival of Lights with family at Carmel's annual Diwali festival.

10 Carter Green, Carmel

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Mon, Oct 12

The Arts in Autumn

Arts celebration in autumn season at Carmel.

Carmel

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Tue, Oct 13

DOC WORKSHOP: Fireplaces

DOC WORKSHOP: Fireplaces at Indiana Design Center

Indiana Design Center, Carmel

0–18 yrs

Thu, Oct 15

Little Haunt on the Prairie

Family-friendly spooky Halloween fun at Cool Creek Park with age-appropriate activities.

Cool Creek Park & Nature Center, Carmel

2–12 yrsOutdoor

Thu, Oct 15

Indiana Native Tree Walk

Guided nature walk exploring native Indiana trees and wildlife at Carey Grove Park.

Carey Grove Park, Carmel

5–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Oct 16

BECAUSE OF YOU...A Tribute to Tony Bennett

BECAUSE OF YOU...A Tribute to Tony Bennett at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael

Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael, Carmel

0–18 yrs

Sat, Oct 17

Clay Terrace Boo 'n Brew

14th annual Halloween festival with family fun, games, and treats at Clay Terrace mall.

Clay Terrace, Carmel

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Oct 17

Indiana Women's Running Festival

Indiana Women's Running Festival at Gazebo outside City Hall

Gazebo outside City Hall, Carmel

0–18 yrs

Sat, Oct 17

DUELING PIANOS presented by Brittany Brumfield & Baby Grand Entertainment

DUELING PIANOS presented by Brittany Brumfield & Baby Grand Entertainment at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael

Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael, Carmel

0–2 yrs

Thu, Oct 22

NOW THAT'S FUNNY: Paul Farahvar

NOW THAT'S FUNNY: Paul Farahvar at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael

Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael, Carmel

0–18 yrs

Sat, Oct 24

Bethlehem Trunk or Treat

Bethlehem Trunk or Treat at Bethlehem Lutheran Church

Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Carmel

0–18 yrs

Sun, Oct 25

DRAG ME TO BRUNCH hosted by PAT YO' WEAVE

DRAG ME TO BRUNCH hosted by PAT YO' WEAVE at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael

Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael, Carmel

0–18 yrs

Thu, Oct 29

THE MAGIC OF DAVID RANALLI

A dazzling magic show full of mystery and wonder for ages 10 and up.

Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael, Carmel

10–18 yrsIndoor

Fri, Oct 30

Creatures of the Night

Twilight nature walk with guides to spot owls, migrating geese, and autumn wildlife.

East Woods at Central Park, Carmel

5–15 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Nov 6

ALL THE WAY FRANK: A SINATRA TRIBUTE

ALL THE WAY FRANK: A SINATRA TRIBUTE at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael

Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael, Carmel

0–18 yrs

Fri, Nov 6

Veterans Day Ceremony

Veterans Day Ceremony at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts

The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel

0–18 yrs