Good morning, Carmel.

On July 4, the Rotary Club of Carmel will sell American flag-themed foam sticks from a box truck along the CarmelFest parade route, starting sales at 9:30 a.m. ahead of the 10:30 a.m. parade — proceeds will support youth scholarships and programs.

Cincinnati-based Kroger agreed to purchase Pittsburgh-based Giant Eagle for $1.65 billion; the deal is pending regulatory approval and will close in 2027 while adding 197 supermarkets and 11 pharmacies to its regional network, including locations in Carmel.

Local businessman Rob Brown, nicknamed Mr. 1776, will serve as grand marshal of the CarmelFest Parade on July 4 as the city celebrates its 50th anniversary and America’s 250th; he will wear a Revolutionary War uniform, carry American flags, and distribute pocket Constitutions during the event.

Annual Boat Parade

6-8 p.m. — Woodland Spring Clubhouse — Free entry — Decorate your boat and compete for patriotic prizes in a fun-filled lake parade.

Westfield Rocks the 4th

4-10:30 p.m. — Grand Park Sports Campus — Free entry — Celebrate America 250 with live music, food vendors, and an exciting fireworks show.

2000's Night with BBMAK

7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25 food and beverage minimum — Enjoy classic guitar-pop hits from the British trio known for their harmonies and chart-topping songs.

Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra: The Music of Star Wars

8:00 PM — Conner Prairie — Tickets required — Experience a magical musical journey with iconic scores from the Star Wars franchise performed live.

Jed Harrelson Live Performance

7:30 – 9:00 PM — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25 food and beverage minimum — Experience Nashville soul artist Jed Harrelson's heartfelt blend of soul, rock, and R&B.

Protecting Your Personal Information Online

2-3:15 p.m. — Primelife Enrichment Inc — Free entry — Learn how to safeguard your personal information while navigating the web.

Glizzy Gallop Community Run

6-8 p.m. — Athletic Annex - Carmel — Free entry — Celebrate National Hot Dog Day with a fun community 2–3 mile run/walk and post-run hot dogs.

2026 AIA Indianapolis Golf Outing

8:30 AM – 3:00 PM — Brookshire Golf Club — Registration required — Enjoy a day of golf with AIA Indianapolis members and sponsors in beautiful Carmel, Indiana.

Adoption Cat-urdays

12-5 p.m. — Petco — Free entry — Meet and play with a variety of adoptable cats and find your new furry friend.

Now That's Funny Comedy Night

7:30 – 9:00 PM — Hotel Carmichael, Autograph Collection — Two item minimum — Laugh with Chicago's top comedians, including headliner Joe Kilgallon and feature Katie Meiners.