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CITY OF CARMEL NEWSLETTER - Nov. 28, 2025 |
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Rental registration process will open Dec. 1
The City issued a reminder that registration for all residential rental dwellings, as mandated by a City ordinance, will open on Monday, Dec. 1.
This registration is the first step in establishing a mandatory permitting system for all residential rental properties in Carmel.
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City of Carmel seeks community leaders for City boards, commissions and committees
Applications accepted through Dec. 1
The City of Carmel is accepting applications from residents interested in serving on City boards, commissions and committees. This is a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about their community to play a direct role in shaping its future.
Most seats on Carmel boards and commissions are filled by either the City Council or the Mayor. To encourage as many applicants as possible, Carmel City Council President Adam Aasen initiated the creation of a new online form that allows Carmel residents to easily submit applications to be considered for both council and mayoral appointments. President Aasen asked Councilors Dr. Anita Joshi and Tony Green to take the lead on the creation of this online form, which helps promote inclusivity and community involvement.
Read the full news release at this link.
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Carmel passes new ordinance for micromobility and
E-moto devices
The City Council last week passed a new ordinance establishing comprehensive regulations for micromobility devices—examples include electric scooters (E-Scooters) and electric bicycles (E-Bikes)—and prohibiting the use of more powerful E-moto devices (electric motorcycles and electric dirt bikes).
Read the full news release at this link.
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Support our local businesses at Shop Small
Shop Carmel tomorrow!
🎁 Get ready to trade the big box frenzy for local charm! Tomorrow, Carmel's central core districts and neighboring areas are inviting residents and visitors alike to launch their holiday shopping season by participating in Shop Small Shop Carmel on Small Business Saturday.
Many of your favorite Carmel businesses are joining forces to make this day special. Shoppers will receive a complimentary Shop Carmel reusable tote bag packed with exclusive giveaways and special items from the participating local businesses. It's the perfect way to carry your unique finds and show your local pride.
🎁 Thanks to our generous sponsor, Teresa Chapman State Farm and everyone who participated in the 15 Days of Giveaways!
Read the full news release at this link for a list of participating vendors.
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The City of Carmel has officially launched its 2025 holiday season, inviting residents and visitors to experience a picture-perfect blend of classic charm and festive excitement.
Carmel transforms into a scene right out of a holiday movie with the return of its signature attractions.
Carmel Christkindlmarkt: Voted the best in the nation, this authentic German Christmas market is the heart of the holiday spirit.
Nov. 22 - Dec. 24
Visit CarmelChristkindlmarkt.com.
The Ice at Carter Green presented by Allied Solutions: Lace up your skates for a memorable ice skating experience in the heart of City Center.
Nov. 22 - Feb. 1, 2026
Visit TheIceatCarterGreen.com for details.
New this year!
New in 2025, the Carmel Christkindlmarkt team introduces an even faster parking experience thanks to a FREE shuttle service.
The shuttle service will be active on Saturdays and Sundays during the Market season, with the goal of a shuttle arriving to drop off patrons to the Market on 3rd Avenue every 15 minutes during Market hours. Those wishing to return to the shuttle lot can then board the bus to be taken back.
The shuttle lot is located at the CNO Financial Group's former campus at 550 College Dr.
The service will have two shuttles operating: One shuttle has a capacity of 29 people, and the other has a capacity of 40 and is ADA accessible/compliant.
Visit this page on the Christkindlmarkt's website for more information.
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3RD AVENUE SW
During the Christkindlmarkt's hours of operation, 3rd Avenue SW will be open to northbound traffic only. Signage will be in place to indicate the traffic adjustment.
🚌The free Holiday Trolley is now running!
Nov. 28 - Dec. 20
Fridays 5 - 9 p.m.
Saturdays 2 - 9 p.m.
STREET DEPARTMENT PROJECTS
The Carmel Street Department is committed to maintaining and improving our community’s infrastructure. Here is a list of small-scale projects scheduled for local streets and neighborhoods over the coming weeks.
Brookshire North: Dec. 1 - 5, Local closures for concrete panel replacements.
75 Executive Drive: Dec. 2 - 3, Stormwater and concrete repair.
2nd Street NW: Dec. 4 - 10, Sidewalk installation.
116th Street, Gray Road: Dec. 5 - 9, Crosswalk installation.
Read the full Traffic Alert at this link.
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Safety Spotlight
To help keep our community safe and informed, we've added a new section with safety tips from various City departments. Each edition will feature quick, useful tips from the Carmel Police Department, Carmel Fire Department and other City teams, from seasonal advice to everyday best practices.
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From Carmel Utilities
♻️🗑Republic Services Trash & Recycling is on a one-day delay for Friday customers only.
Friday’s service area will be serviced on Saturday starting at 5:30 a.m.
Carmel Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center is closed (due to an on site paving project) until Tuesday, Dec. 2.
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🍂Please note that the regular route driver may not pick up the landscape waste bags and may call in a secondary truck to collect. and the bags will be collected in the next day or two.
🎄Carmel residents have the opportunity to make this holiday season truly green by recycling holiday lights instead of throwing them away. The community can recycle used and unwanted holiday lights by taking them to White’s Ace Hardware & Garden Center at 731 South Range Line Rd now through Friday, Jan. 9, 2026.
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🦃Here's an opportunity to recycle your used cooking oil! Thank you to TriCo Regional Sewer Utility for serving the West Carmel sewer customers and our community.
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Carmel Fire Department kicks off annual community
assistance program
Since 1967, the Carmel Fire Department (CFD) has delivered food and gifts to families in need in Carmel. Every year, CFD, with support from the Carmel community, has assisted hundreds of needy families during the holiday season.
Holiday giving with Carmel Police Department
This holiday season, the Carmel Police Department (CPD) is working to ensure that children in need right here in our community don't go without. CPD is accepting monetary donations, which will be used directly to purchase gifts, bringing joy to local kids who need it most.
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Have you written your letter to Santa?
The magic of the holidays has officially arrived in Carmel and to help families prepare for the season, the City has installed four custom-made mailboxes around town, offering a direct, express delivery service straight to Santa and his elves at the North Pole. Now through Sunday, Dec. 14, children are encouraged to write their letters, include a name and return address and drop them into one of these special mailboxes to guarantee Santa receives their message before Christmas.
Mailbox Locations
- Arts & Design District - next to the The Carmel Arts Council Children's Art Gallery (40 W. Main St.)
- Midtown Plaza - outside of Sun King (351 Monon Blvd.)
- City Center - North of the Veterans Way/Hanover Place stop sign
- Indiana Design Center - at Santa's House (200 S. Range Line Rd.)
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Festive Palladiscope returns
The Nutcrackers have returned to the facade of The Payne & Mencias Palladium  
Enjoy the festive display nightly Thursday - Sunday beginning at 6 p.m. and playing every half hour.
Santa Saturdays start
Dec. 6
Visit with Santa and friends at Santa's House located at, 200 S. Range Line Rd. in the Indiana Design Center parking lot.
Dec. 6, 13 and 20, 2 - 5 p.m.
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Where is Santa this week?
Now through Sunday, Dec. 14 from 5-8 p.m. on Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays Santa and his friends from the Carmel Fire, Police and Street departments will be touring neighborhoods.
Santa Tours will also incorporate senior living facilities, schools and parks for those who don't live along one of the neighborhood routes.
Read the full news release at this link.
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Join Do-Si-Squares Dance Club at Prime Life
Enrichment Center
🎼Enjoy a festive afternoon at Prime Life Enrichment Center.
"An Afternoon with Santa" sponsored by the Do-Si-Squares Dance Club
Sunday, Nov. 30, 2 - 4 p.m.
1078 3rd Avenue SW
Admission: $10 per child (cash only)
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Light the World Giving Machine returns to Carmel
✨The Light the World Giving Machine is back in Carmel for its third year, and this time there are two locations, making it easier than ever for residents to give back.
The machine located between the Payne & Mencias Palladium and Hotel Carmichael, along the Monon Greenway, is now open through Dec. 24. A second machine will return to Clay Terrace on Dec. 12. Since 2023, nearly 23,000 Hoosiers have donated more than $400,000 worth of items and services through these bright red vending machines—100% of which goes directly to local and global charities. Stop by, press a button and turn your holiday outing into something that matters for a neighbor in need.
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Tour Carmel's mid-century modern homes on the Holiday Home Tour
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Carmel Green Initiative and Carmel Clay Public Library host annual Green Gift Shop
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Enjoy 2nd SaturDate at Indiana Artisan Gifts & Gallery
🎨Glass artist Liz Perr-McColm will fill her sleigh with fused glass pieces to create a special ornament or magnet at the next 2nd SaturDate event at Indiana Artisan Gifts & Gallery.
Saturday, Dec. 13, 1 - 5 p.m.
22 N. Range Line Rd.
This event is free and open to the public.
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🎼Holiday features
From beloved classics to festive musical celebrations, our local theatres, symphonies and dance companies are ready to share in the holiday spirit.
Below are a few of the fantastic holiday performances coming up. For the most complete list of events, showtimes, ticket information, and venue details, please be sure to check the official websites listed below. Don't miss out as many of these popular shows sell out fast!
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Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre
Winterfest
Dec. 4-7, 11-14
Enjoy this new holiday program that celebrates the global winter holidays of the season – Saint Nicholas Day, Kwanzaa, Diwali, Santa Lucia Day, Las Posadas, Winter Solstice, Hanukkah and Christmas.
Purchase tickets to Winterfest.
Indiana Wind Symphony
Sleigh Bells and Snowflakes
Sunday, Dec. 7
4 - 5:30 p.m.
Payne & Mencias Palladium
Purchase tickets here.
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City Council - Monday, Dec. 1, 6 p.m.
Plan Commission Commercial Committee - Tuesday, Dec. 2, 6 p.m.
Plan Commission Residential Committee - Tuesday, Dec. 2, 6 p.m.
Board of Public Works - Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m.
Land Use and Special Studies Committee - Wednesday, Dec. 3, 5:30 p.m., Carmel Clay Public Library, 2nd Floor Board Room
City of Carmel offices are closed Friday, Nov. 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
All public meetings take place in the Council Chambers in City Hall, unless otherwise indicated. Public meetings are broadcast live on Carmel TV and YouTube.
To view archived Government Meetings with Closed Captioning, visit the City's video archives.
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About the City of Carmel, Indiana
A thriving community acclaimed for its distinct amenities, robust business environment and excellent schools, the City of Carmel was named the #2 Best Place to Live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report. Highly regarded by its residents as a safe community offering an exceptional quality of life, Carmel is home to an award-winning parks system and a wealth of cultural options. Carmel is built for big dreams. Find out more at www.carmel.in.gov.
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