Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of July.
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🏘️ Community
CarmelFest 2026 kicked off Friday afternoon with families enjoying live music, food & games as Carmel marks America’s 250th birthday and its 50th anniversary as a city.
The festival will continue today with a parade at 10:30 a.m. and fireworks at 9:45 p.m.
Carmel clubs and local organizations will host the Jim Irsay 1976 Acts of Kindness Day on Aug.
5 to celebrate the city's 50th anniversary. The day will feature a food donation drive at Kroger and hygiene pack making at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church (a key partner).
🌲 Environment
Indie Coffee Roasters strengthened its focus on sustainability during an event at its Gradle Drive roastery where experts shared eco-friendly practices from farm & shop.
The company will launch 3-D printed GaeaStar ceramic cups later this year to reduce disposable waste.
🎉 Carmel Events
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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.
Live Music with 90 Proof
7-10 p.m. — Wolfies Grill - Geist — Check for admission — Enjoy live music on the patio with beautiful views and great drinks.
Complimentary Dinner Retirement Workshop
6:30 p.m. — McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks — Complimentary — Explore retirement strategies over a free meal at this informative seminar.
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