The Carmel Fire Auxiliary participated in the Helping Hands Christmas Tree event to support Riley kids. This initiative highlights community involvement during the holiday season.
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Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt has once again been recognized as one of the top Christmas markets in the country, drawing visitors with its authentic German culture. The market is open through Christmas Eve, with closures on Mondays and Tuesdays.
The highly-rated Carmel Christkindlmarkt will be featured on the 'TODAY' show this Friday morning. This national spotlight highlights the market's popularity and authentic German holiday traditions.
The Mount Carmel Christmas Parade took place recently, with families gathering to watch the festive procession. The event featured a community Christmas tree, adding to the holiday atmosphere.
Wabash County Retail Merchants and Christmas Uptown are hosting the annual Festival of Trees at Merchants Park. This event showcases decorated trees as part of the holiday festivities.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Indiana offers numerous towns and cities that fully embrace the Christmas spirit with lively celebrations. Visitors can find festive experiences across the state during the winter holidays.
Carmel, Indiana is highlighted for its authentic German Christmas market, offering a European-style holiday experience. The town of Charlestown also illuminates throughout the holidays.
Carmel-by-the-Sea transforms into a European-style winter village, offering Christmas markets, concerts, and festive holiday fun. The town is less than two hours from San Francisco.
This stunning holiday light display features over 7 million lights, projections, and glowing displays within a 100-acre cavern. Visitors can experience the magic by driving through or riding the Christmas Express.
Carmel, Indiana hosts what is considered the best Christmas market in the US, featuring a European-style Christkindlmarkt. The market offers authentic German food, music, and handmade gifts.
Monday, December 15, 2025
A light-up tractor pulled a float in the Mount Carmel Christmas Parade on December 13, 2025. The parade featured various festive displays and participants.
Sunday, December 14, 2025
Carmel, Indiana's Christkindlmarkt is recognized as the best Christmas market in the U.S., offering a European-style experience. Visitors can enjoy authentic German food, music, handmade gifts, and a festive atmosphere.
Travel + Leisure highlights Carmel, Indiana's Christkindlmarkt as the best Christmas market in the U.S. The market provides a European-style celebration with German food, live music, and handmade gifts.
The Grinch was spotted waving at the Mount Carmel Christmas Parade on December 13, 2025. This event was part of the holiday festivities for the community.
An inflatable Santa Claus was seen waving during the Mount Carmel Christmas Parade held on December 13, 2025. The parade was a festive highlight for attendees.
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Carmel police successfully foiled an attempt to 'steal Christmas' and have assured the community that planned festivities will proceed. This incident did not disrupt upcoming holiday events.
The Preservation Hall Jazz Band delivered a soulful performance at the Palladium on December 8, 2025. The event was part of a Creole Christmas celebration.
Friday, December 12, 2025
The Carmel Symphony Orchestra will present their Holiday Pops event on December 14th. Attendees can enjoy festive holiday favorites and special performances.
Mount Carmel in Hawkins County is celebrating the holiday season with its annual Christmas Parade and Santa Run. The parade is scheduled for December 13th on Main Street.
Joyce Winery is hosting an ugly Christmas sweater party at their Carmel Valley tasting room. The event will take place on Saturday, December 13th from 6-9pm.
The St Jeanne Christmas Market and Festival in Oceanside, CA will feature Christmas treats and a beer garden. There is no cost to attend this festive event.
The Indianapolis area is offering festive bars and pop-up locations serving seasonal drinks. Holiday decorations are appearing at various businesses, enhancing the festive atmosphere.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt in Indiana has been recognized as one of the nation's best holiday attractions. It was featured on a USA Today list alongside other top holiday markets.
Local scouts, Lions, and firefighters collaborated to ensure nearly 200 Carmel families have a better Christmas this year. This initiative focused on fighting food insecurity for children in the community.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt in Indiana is recognized as one of the most authentic European-style Christmas markets in the United States. It draws a significant number of visitors seeking a magical holiday experience.
Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre in Carmel is presenting "Winterfest," a holiday performance designed to share with family and friends. The shows will take place at the Academy of GHDT.
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is highlighted as one of the top Christmas markets in the U.S. that travelers can visit without needing a passport. It is listed among other notable holiday markets across the country.
Monday, December 8, 2025
The Mount Carmel Area Community Center held its 'Christmas at the Center' event on Saturday afternoon. The event engaged the local community with festive activities.
Carmel residents have the opportunity to recycle their holiday lights as part of seasonal activities. A Christmas service, a long-standing holiday tradition, has been televised since 1979.
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Experience the Global Christmas Village on December 13-14 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The event will be held at Colonial Hills Baptist Church in Indianapolis.
Saturday, December 6, 2025
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is highlighted as an authentic German Christmas Market in Indiana. This event is part of a broader holiday guide showcasing top attractions for the season.
Mount Carmel is gearing up for a festive holiday weekend with several events designed to bring Christmas spirit to the community. Christmas Uptown is among the planned activities.
Friday, December 5, 2025
The Mount Carmel Area Community Center will host its "Christmas at the Center" event on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This festive gathering aims to ring in the holiday season with community cheer.
Main Street in Mount Carmel will host its annual Christmas parade on Saturday, December 13th, starting at 6 p.m. This event is part of a series of festivities planned for the holiday season.
Kick off your holiday celebration with "A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play" in Carmel, NY. The production promises a warm Christmas gathering with carolers, hot cocoa, and cookies.
RMC Stores are hosting a special Friday shopping day to attract holiday shoppers to Mt. Carmel. This event is part of the "Christmas Uptown" initiative.
The Mt Carmel 2025 Uptown Christmas festival took place on December 3rd, 2025. This event brought holiday cheer and activities to the community.
Carmel will celebrate its International Winter Festival at Civic Square, an event formerly known as Sister Cities Christmas at the Gazebo. This enhanced festival showcases Carmel's global connections.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
The Carmel Symphony Orchestra will perform "Holiday Pops: Spirit of the Season," featuring vocal performances of classic Christmas songs. The event includes narration of "The Snowman" and other festive holiday music.
Visit the Say Yes Mama winter pop-up market in Carmel, CA, offering a unique shopping experience. The market is open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through January 18th.
Carmel's Christkindlmarkt has been recognized as the third most popular Christmas market in the United States. This event brings an authentic German holiday experience to Hamilton County.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is offering an authentic German holiday experience, featuring a GlΓΌhwein Pyramid. People were seen waiting in line to purchase drinks on its opening day, November 22nd.
Franc D'Ambrosio will celebrate the holidays with a performance at Feinstein's in Carmel. The show will feature Broadway standards such as Irving Berlin's "White Christmas" and "My Favorite Things."
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
An ultimate Country Christmas Charlie Brown event is happening with tickets available online. Festive add-ons include family portraits with Santa and activities in Santa's Workshop.
Monday, December 1, 2025
Behold the Lamb will be performing free Christmas concerts in the area. One performance is scheduled for Carmel Christkindlmarkt on Friday, December 5th, and another in Arcadia.
Revive and Thrive, a non-profit organization, hosted its inaugural Christmas tree lighting ceremony. The event took place at 33 S. Oak St., marking a new holiday tradition for downtown Mount Carmel.
Sunday, November 30, 2025
The Indianapolis Zoo is collecting old Christmas lights for recycling at their Visitor's Center. This initiative offers a way to responsibly dispose of holiday lights.
Santa Claus made a high-flying entrance into Shenandoah, arriving by helicopter for a Christmas kickoff event. Despite windy conditions, his arrival was a notable occasion for the community.
Saturday, November 29, 2025
The community is invited to Mount Carmel Revive and Thrive's first Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event will take place in downtown Mount Carmel.
Explore the best Christmas markets across the U.S., featuring European-style markets and magical holiday bazaars. These markets offer a festive experience with food, gifts, and twinkling lights.
Friday, November 28, 2025
This event listing covers activities from November 28th to December 2nd in the Monterey and Carmel area. It includes a mention of the historical patenting of electric Christmas tree lighting by Thomas Edison in the 1880s.
Thursday, November 27, 2025
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is offering an authentic German holiday experience, filling the air with the smells of cinnamon and vanilla. This event provides a festive atmosphere for visitors to enjoy during the holiday season.
The Christkindlmarkt in Carmel has been recognized as one of America's most popular Christmas markets. This mention highlights the event's significance among other notable holiday markets across the country.
A treasured holiday tradition, "A Chanticleer Christmas," will return to the Carmel Mission on December 22nd. Performances are scheduled for 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., offering a festive musical experience.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Christmas in the Village is returning to Zionsville the weekend after Thanksgiving. The event will feature the annual parade and tree lighting ceremony to welcome Santa.
The Holiday Adventure Pass, a collaboration between Visit Indy and Visit Hamilton County, is now available. Participating attractions include Carmel Christkindlmarkt, the Children's Museum WinterFaire, Civic Theatre's 'A Christmas Story The Musical,' and Conner Prairie's A Merry Prairie Holiday.
Experience Christmas spirit at the annual open house at the historic Bryant House and McLendon Cabin in Carthage. The event is scheduled for Sunday, December 7th.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt has opened for its 2025 season, offering a festive atmosphere with traditional German Christmas market fare. Visitors can enjoy stollen, sausage, and glΓΌhwein.
Carmel Police are urging residents to protect their holiday packages as the Christmas shopping season intensifies. This reminder comes amid a peak season for "porch pirates."
Central Indiana's favorite Christmas market is now open for the season. The Carmel Christkindlmarkt offers a festive holiday experience for visitors.
Smuin dancers are performing a "Christmas Ballet" in Walnut Creek, Carmel, Mountain View, and San Francisco. The show runs through December 28th.
Monday, November 24, 2025
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt has opened for the 2025 season, featuring new food items like a meat or veggie-filled roll and German-style cheesecake. This authentic German Christmas market offers a festive holiday experience.
Performers are returning in lead roles for Civic Theatre's production of 'A Christmas Story: The Musical.' Parrish Williams reprises his role as the Old Man in this holiday theatrical performance.
The Spa City Tappers will perform their first holiday show of the season, "Christmas from Our Hearts." They will be joined by singing duo Jim Servais and Nancy Carlton for this festive event.
Sunday, November 23, 2025
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is officially open for the 2025 season, bringing a festive atmosphere to the area. This European-style market offers a taste of Christmas traditions.
Mount Carmel is transforming into a winter wonderland with its annual Christmas Parade. Expect colorful floats, marching bands, and festive lights to illuminate the route.
Several European-style Christmas markets across the Midwest are featured, including the Christkindlmarkt in Carmel, Indiana. These markets offer a unique holiday shopping experience.
Mount Carmel will hold its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Main Street. The event is set to begin at 6 p.m. on December 1st.
Saturday, November 22, 2025
Carmel's authentic German Christmas market, Christkindlmarkt, is set to open this weekend and will run through December 24th. The market offers a taste of German holiday traditions to the Indiana community. Some attendees even got an early preview of the festivities earlier this week.
Mount Carmel Elementary School recently celebrated the lighting of its Christmas tree. This festive event took place following the "Balloons Over Cherry Street" parade on November 20th.
Carmel Christkindlmarkt is scheduled to begin on Saturday, offering a variety of experiences for attendees. Some local residents were able to enjoy an early taste of the holiday festivities on Wednesday evening.
Friday, November 21, 2025
Indiana's Carmel Christkindlmarkt has been recognized as the best Christmas market in the United States. This charming European-style market offers a festive experience with wooden huts.
Thursday, November 20, 2025
The Carmel Apprentice Theatre is presenting "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!" from November 28 to December 7. The show will be held at The Cat, located at 254 Veterans Way in Carmel.
A holiday secret captivating America is located just 16 miles north of Indianapolis in Carmel, Indiana. This charming suburb hosts a market that has gained national recognition.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
The Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre is bringing back its popular Christmas show. This production is described as having 'TV revue-show energy for everyone in the family.'
The Grace Care Center in Noblesville is preparing to reopen its Christmas store to help people in need. The center also provides a food pantry, thrift store, and support services.
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is scheduled to open on November 22nd and run through December. This event is listed under Festivals & Events.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Christmas Under the Stars is celebrating its 20th anniversary with over 20 vendors selling handmade items. The event will take place on the Town Hall Green and in Eaton Hall.
Carmel's most prominent Christmas decorations will not be installed at the Market Street intersection this year. The decision was discussed at a recent City Council meeting.
A two-day celebration of food and local produce featured Chef Carmel Carmichael leading a program of festive dishes. Fresh ingredients were supplied by center retailers for the event.
Artifacts related to the film 'White Christmas' are currently on display at the Palladium. This exhibit coincides with a festive holiday film screening scheduled for December 4th.
Monday, November 17, 2025
The Mt. Carmel Christmas Parade is scheduled for December 7th, starting at 5 p.m. The parade route will begin at 3rd and Market Street in Wabash County, Illinois.