CarmelFest 2025 is scheduled for July 3 and 4 around Carmel City Hall, with festivities expanding to Carter Green. This year’s celebration is anticipated to be the largest 4th of July event in Hamilton County, bringing back beloved traditions while infusing additional excitement.
A unique feature this year is the debut of the CarmelFest online shop, where individuals can explore and purchase official CarmelFest merchandise for the first time. The online platform boasts a stunning array of patriotic and Carmel-themed apparel and accessories, exclusively crafted by local artists. To view the selection and show support for the event, visit CarmelFest.net/shop.
The KidsZone will make a return as a fan favorite, offering an array of activities such as rides, a petting farm, inflatable obstacle courses, and new carnival-style games to entertain young attendees.
Attendees seeking live entertainment can look forward to top-notch performers at both the Gazebo Stage and Carter Green throughout the celebration. For a complete lineup of entertainers and to plan the ultimate concert experience, visit the festival’s website.
A notable highlight of the festivities is the Allied Solutions CarmelFest Parade, Indiana’s largest 4th of July Parade, which will draw tens of thousands of spectators along the parade route from Carmel Drive to Carmel High School. It will be accessible for viewing along the route, via a live broadcast on the Midtown screen, or through streaming on the CBS4 Indy Facebook Page.
The event will also feature food vendors and local artisans offering a diverse selection of culinary delights and handmade goods to cater to every taste. CarmelFest is designed to provide an opportunity for families to come together for two days of communal celebration, creating unforgettable memories in the process.
The festivities will culminate in a Fireworks Grand Finale, featuring an epic display synchronized to music for a truly magical end to the 4th of July celebration.
Volunteers are encouraged to consider joining the excitement by signing up for various roles and schedules at carmelfest.net/volunteer, accommodating those with varying levels of availability.
Those eager to stay informed about CarmelFest can sign up for the CarmelFest Newsletter at CarmelFest.net to receive the latest updates directly to their inbox or follow along on Facebook.
