Carmel Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Carmel and surrounding areas
Carmel showcases the festive season with charming festive events and plenty of things to do along the Monon Greenway and Carmel City Center. Indiana Ballet Conservatory's The Nutcracker and the Carmel Christkindlmarkt bring seasonal performances and traditional markets to town, while the Carmel Holiday Trolley adds holiday charm. Between parades, live music, and family activities, Carmel offers a cozy holiday atmosphere with lights, local vendors, and spirited attractions for every age during Christmas 2025.
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Christmas Shows
21 eventsClassic holiday ballet performance
Christmas Lights
21 eventsCentral Indiana's most beloved holiday festival
Christmas Markets
18 eventsOne-stop holiday shopping with over 375 vendors.
Christmas Activities
15 eventsFestive farm holiday experience
Editor's Picks (6)
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A Merry Prairie Holiday
(Fishers)
Central Indiana's most beloved holiday festival
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Indiana Ballet Conservatory's The Nutcracker
Classic holiday ballet performance
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Christmas Gift + Hobby Show
(Indianapolis)
One-stop holiday shopping with over 375 vendors.
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Christmas on the Farm
(Lafayette)
Festive farm holiday experience
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A Christmas Carol
(MUNCIE)
Live theatrical adaptation of a classic holiday story
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Franklin Holiday Lighting and Winter Market
(Franklin)
Downtown winter market and courthouse lighting ceremony
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Christmas Parties Near Carmel
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Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Carmel
- Beef & Boards Christmas Show Returns Published: Wed, Nov 19, 2025
- Grace Care Center Reopens Christmas Store Published: Wed, Nov 19, 2025
Carmel Christmas Events Map
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Carmel Christmas FAQ
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is the largest annual Christmas event, featuring lights, markets, and entertainment. The tree lighting ceremony and holiday parades also draw big crowds.
Carmel is known for its German-inspired Christkindlmarkt, complete with holiday music, crafts, and festive food. The tree lighting and holiday trolley rides are also local favorites.
The Arts & Design District and City Center neighborhoods are especially festive, with many homes and businesses decorating for the holidays.
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is the main hub for holiday markets and local makers, located in the Arts & Design District. Smaller craft fairs also appear at local parks and community centers.
Visiting the Christkindlmarkt, walking through decorated neighborhoods, and attending free holiday concerts are great budget-friendly options in Carmel.
Families enjoy the Christkindlmarkt, holiday trolley rides, tree lighting events, and visits with Santa. Many markets and light displays offer kid-friendly activities and entertainment.