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Carmel
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Redemption Ranch K-9 Rescue graduated rescue dogs on Wednesday night, launching their police K-9 training in Indianapolis. Walker, who survived a car accident, and Otis, who overcame shelter anxiety, now join efforts to support local public safety. WTHR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carmel High School changed its finals schedule (after a Dec. 16 fight last winter sparked a surge in library visits) and now keeps students on campus all day as they alternate between exam sessions and study halls. Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen is set to join Indy 500 festivities as he attends Carb Day events Friday (May 22), the Lucas Oil 500 Festival Parade Saturday at noon, and the red carpet event Sunday. He flew on Artemis II, which flew farther from Earth than any previous manned mission. WTHR
- ➤ Actor and comedian Andy Richter will serve as the official 'Commander in Beef' at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Carb Day Friday, May 22 at 2 p.m. as he leads pre-race festivities including the Wiener Anthem and six Wienermobiles race a 2.5-mile oval for the title of 'Top Dog.' WTHR
- ➤ The Indiana Fever defeated the Portland Fire 90-73 on Wednesday night with Aliyah Boston scoring 24 points and Kelsey Mitchell adding 21 (Caitlin Clark missed the game due to a back injury). WTHR
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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.
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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.
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EidFest 2026
4-8 p.m. — Civic Square Parking — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of culture and community at EidFest.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Civic in Concert - Chess
7-8:30 p.m. — The Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the musical adaptation of Chess featuring the creative talents of Richard Nelson, Tim Rice, and ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson.
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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.
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