Good morning, Carmel.

The Heroes Club will hold a polo match fundraiser on Friday, June 19 at Hickory Hall Polo Fields (7551 E.

100 North) with gates opening at 5 p.m. and the match starting at 6 p.m.; the $40-per-carload event supports first responders and Morning Dove Therapeutic Riding Center.

Rob Gronkowski will return as grand marshal at the Indy 500 Coors Light Snake Pit on Sunday, May 24 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway; the NFL star will entertain fans with live music and racing energy, and VIP+general admission tickets are now on sale.

Carmel resident Christian Lundgaard won his second IndyCar race at the Sonsio Grand Prix on May 9 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course, gaining momentum ahead of his fifth Indy 500 while crediting local training and support (from Arrow McLaren Racing headquarters) for his success.

Volunteer Dancer Training

4-5 p.m. — Carmel Ballroom Dance Studio — Optional $5 donation — Learn ballroom dance basics to assist as a volunteer with BOLD Benefits of Learning Dance.

Carmel Gazebo Summer Concert Series 2026

7 p.m. — Carmel Gazebo — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of family-friendly live music performances in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Mompreneur Midday Meetup

6-7 p.m. — Rangeline Chiropractic — Free entry — A supportive networking hour for business-owning moms to connect and share their journeys.

EidFest 2026

4-8 p.m. — Civic Square Parking — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of culture and community at EidFest.

Carmel Marathon 2026

8 a.m. — Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Registration fee required — Experience a scenic marathon course that showcases the beauty of Carmel.

Plates and Mates: Culinary Connections

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Matador, Carmel, IN — $10 reservation fee — Enjoy a curated dinner while making new foodie friends and exploring local Spanish cuisine.

Pet Sounds Live: A Beach Boys Celebration

7:30 – 9:00 PM — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25 food and beverage minimum — Experience a live recreation of The Beach Boys' iconic Pet Sounds album through music, storytelling, and visuals.

Jashn-e-Basant 2026

5-9 p.m. — Coxhall Gardens — $10 entry — Celebrate Eid with kite flying, music, and food at this vibrant community gathering.

Ferragosto! Italian Automotive Celebration

12-2 p.m. — Motor District Garage Condos — Free entry — Experience the beauty and performance of Italian cars at this vibrant celebration of automotive heritage.

Disney's Descendants - The Musical

2:30–5:30 p.m. — The Cat — Tickets from $46 — Experience the captivating world of Disney's Descendants live in Carmel.