Good morning, Carmel.

Presley Hampton was crowned the 67th Indiana State Fair Queen on Jan.

4 following a competitive selection, officials said. The Purdue student will visit 50 counties in June and July to support agriculture and youth leadership.

Indiana high school boys basketball games were played on Saturday, Jan.

3, 2026—highlighting Carmel's close 63—62 win over Indpls Cathedral as teams statewide competed in tightly contested bouts.

Last week, Colts co-owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon kept GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen after a second-half collapse (injuries and late losses led to a seven-game skid) and said both must work harder to return the team to the playoffs next season.

Joe Wray: One Man Band Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Hotel Carmichael, Autograph Collection — $25 food and beverage minimum — Experience an energetic one-man band performance blending r&b, folk, and rock by Milwaukee's Joe Wray.

Dueling Pianos

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of lively music with Brittany Brumfield and Baby Grand Entertainment at this dynamic dueling pianos show.

Don Was and the Pan Detroit Ensemble Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Vogue Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a night of jazz with Don Was and his Detroit musicians, blending local roots with global sounds.

Mickey's Search Party

7 PM – 8 PM — Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting adventure with Mickey Mouse and friends featuring world-class skating and acrobatics.

Teresa Reynolds and the Slicktones Live Performance

7:30 p.m. — The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Cost info not available — Enjoy an evening filled with inspiring music from a talented local band.

ABBA Party: Thank You for the Music!

7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Ticketed event — Celebrate ABBA with a night of music, dance, and stories from the beloved Swedish supergroup.

Spotlight on PorchFest

7-10 p.m. — The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Support the Carmel PorchFest Grant Program — An evening featuring local favorites Lisa Frank and the Trapper Keepers.

Circle of Stars Gymnastics Invitational

3 PM – 7 PM — Indiana Convention Center — Various entry fees apply — Compete in a prestigious gymnastics event featuring top athletes and cash awards.

Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop

4-6:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Ticket required — Enjoy a fun, family-friendly art class while creating your own chunky knit blanket.

IW2R Foremiler 2026

5 AM — Brookshire Golf Club — Registration required — Celebrate fitness and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere at this exciting race in Carmel, Indiana.