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Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City planners discussed ideas for Ironwood Park on the former Smoky Row Athletic Club site (4255 E. 136th St.) on May 19, gathering resident input on features such as multi-use courts and water play, and will reveal new design concepts later in the summer pending roundabout project progress. Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials revealed a survey showing Carmel seniors report strong support networks but are concerned about housing and transportation. The Mayor’s Advisory Commission met on May 27 at City Hall and will draft an Age-Friendly City Action Plan for submission to AARP. Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Carmel native Peter Suder participated in the Indiana Pacers’ pre-draft workout on Thursday at their practice facility as he sought an NBA opportunity close to home plus demonstrated his lifelong support as a local fan. WTHR
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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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