Good morning, Carmel.

Two cherished winter traditions return to Carmel this month.

Festival of Ice will showcase ice carvers Jan. 16-17 in the Arts + Design District and at Carter Green, while the Winter Games featuring human curling and relays will take place Jan. 24 at Ice at Carter Green.

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar will perform at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville on Sunday, June 14 at 6:30 p.m. as part of the Best of All Worlds Tour with guest Rick Springfield.

Tickets go on sale Jan. 13 and Jan. 16 at 10 a.m.

Bridget Parker, a local mother fighting advanced cervical cancer, urges others to get the HPV vaccine and take advantage of free Pap smears + HPV screening offered now through Check Up 13 at Ascension St. Vincent locations.

She plans to ring the bell marking the end of her treatment in April.

Carmel housing market faces a shortage as building permits for single-family homes dropped 16% in 2025 due to developers favoring high-density projects.

A proposed 27-unit townhome development on Illinois Street & 106th Street awaits a rezoning vote on January 20th.

IU fans may pay $3,000 for upper deck tickets and up to $20,000 for prime seats at the college football championship game in Miami; economist Kyle Anderson said prices are expected to drop as the event nears & police warn against ticket scams.

Carmel resident Chris Denari of FanDuel Sports Network is named 2025 Indiana Sportscaster of the Year by the National Sports Media Association.

He will be honored at the NSMA awards weekend on June 28-29 in Greensboro, N.C.

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.

Graphic Design Certificate Program

3-9 p.m. — American Graphics Institute — Check pricing online — Develop essential graphic design skills for various media and marketing roles.