Good morning, Carmel.

Three Carmel High School juniors are raising $50,000 for the Pets Healing Vets program by partnering with the Humane Society for Hamilton County — they hosted a 3x3 basketball tournament and launched social media campaigns, and the fundraiser will conclude in March 2026.

Over 100 mental health professionals, caregivers and families gathered at The Ice at Carter Green in Carmel on Saturday to connect residents with local support during Skating for Mental Health.

Organized by Retirement Plan Advisors — with the National Alliance on Mental Illness — the event sold out skating sessions.

Polar Express Holiday Celebration

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM — Carmel Clay History Museum — $10 per child, adults free — Experience holiday magic with games, crafts, and festivities inspired by The Polar Express.

HUMAN JUKEBOX with Ryan and Lauren Ahlwardt

7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25 food and beverage minimum — Experience a fun and interactive musical evening where your song requests take center stage.

An Evening of Comedy with Chris Ryan

7-8:30 p.m. — The CAT, Carmel, IN — Ticket prices not specified — Recovering carpool dad Chris Ryan returns with his hilarious take on parenting and marriage.

The Songbook Academy Sings the Songs of the Season

7-10 p.m. — The Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a festive cabaret-style concert featuring holiday classics performed by talented alumni.

A Sinatra Christmas Celebration

7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25 food and beverage minimum — Experience classic Christmas songs in a tribute to Sinatra with Don Farrell and the Terry Woods Orchestra.

Winter's Path Art Class

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Paid reservation required — Enjoy a fun family-friendly painting session with no outside drinks allowed.

The Magic of David Ranalli

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25 food & beverage minimum — Witness an engaging blend of sleight of hand and grand illusions that invites audience interaction.

Grand Rapids Gold vs. Noblesville Boom

5:00 – 6:30 PM — The Arena at Innovation Mile — Free trial available — Catch the excitement as local NBA G League teams face off in a thrilling basketball match.

New Year's Eve Dinner at Freeland's

Dec 31 – Jan 1 — Freeland’s Restaurant — $31 to $50 — Experience a festive dining celebration with exquisite seasonal cuisine and festive ambiance.

Joe Wray: One Man Band Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Hotel Carmichael, Autograph Collection — $25 food and beverage minimum — Experience an energetic one-man band performance blending r&b, folk, and rock by Milwaukee's Joe Wray.