Carmel to honor Veterans and military families at
annual ceremony
CARMEL, Ind., Nov. 4, 2025 - The City of Carmel will host its 2025 Veterans Day Ceremony to honor the men and women who have served our country. This year’s theme, “Families of the Brave,” pays special tribute to the sacrifices and unwavering support of military families.
The City of Carmel invites the community to join local City officials and veterans' groups for this meaningful event.
WHEN: Friday, Nov. 7, noon - 1 p.m.
WHERE: The Tarkington Theater at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts,
3 Carter Green
DETAILS: As part of the annual tradition, the ceremony will also recognize the winners of the city-wide Veterans Day poster and essay contest held among Carmel elementary school students. Winning posters will be displayed, and the student essay winners will read their entries aloud.
All veterans, military families and members of the public are encouraged to attend.
Participants include:
- American Legion Carmel Post 155 Honor Guard
- Jim Baird, United States Congressman
- Carmel Clay Schools students Ethan Kline, Ava Rothchild, Diego Rowley
- Carmel VFW Post 10003 Honor Guard
- Blair Clark, Artist Development Company
- Reverend George Davis, Carmel Police Chaplain, U.S. Army Veteran
- Mayor Sue Finkam
- Dr. Tim Hannon, Retired U.S. Navy Captain
- Ashley Nicole, Performer
- Dr. Thomas Oestreich, Carmel Clay Schools Superintendent
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