Good morning, Carmel.

Caroline Betty Trennepohl — a Herff Jones marketing manager and Carmel resident — was crowned Miss Indiana Volunteer 2026 At-Large in November and will promote her nonprofit Girls CAN Mentoring at local community events; she will also compete in the national Miss Volunteer America pageant in June in Jackson, Tennessee.

Carmel's Christkindlmarkt was named the No. 1 holiday market on USA Today's 10Best list following a national vote + it boasts an authentic German-style experience as one of only two Midwest markets to earn the honor.

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.

Dueling Pianos

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of lively music with Brittany Brumfield and Baby Grand Entertainment at this dynamic dueling pianos show.

Don Was and the Pan Detroit Ensemble Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Vogue Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a night of jazz with Don Was and his Detroit musicians, blending local roots with global sounds.

Mickey's Search Party

7 PM – 8 PM — Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting adventure with Mickey Mouse and friends featuring world-class skating and acrobatics.

Teresa Reynolds and the Slicktones Live Performance

7:30 p.m. — The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Cost info not available — Enjoy an evening filled with inspiring music from a talented local band.

ABBA Party: Thank You for the Music!

7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Ticketed event — Celebrate ABBA with a night of music, dance, and stories from the beloved Swedish supergroup.