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2024 Events

Please note that events, dates and times are subject to change.

FESTIVAL OF ICE

JANUARY 19 - 21
The 2024 Festival of Ice features demonstrationsby professional ice carvers on Friday, January 19 in the Carmel Arts &Design District. Join the fun on Saturday, January 20 at The Ice at CarterGreen for the People’s Choice carving competition and the Carmel FireDepartment chili cook-off. On Sunday, January 21 there will be speed carving atThe Ice at Carter Green. Bring your family and friends for this free and opento the public event.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FOR 2024
(Schedule may change before January 19, 2024)

DATE
EVENT
LOCATION
Friday,
January 19
Ice Carving demonstrations on Main Street (4 - 8 p.m.)
Complimentary Hot Chocolate courtesy of 1832 Brew Espresso Bar & Metronet; 111 W. Main St. Ste 130
Arts & Design District
Saturday,
January 20
Ice Carving Demonstrations (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
People's Choice Sculpture Voting (noon - 9 p.m.)
Carmel Fire Dept. Firehouse Chili Cook-Off (11 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
Complimentary Hot Chocolate courtesy of 1832 Brew Espresso Bar & Metronet (11 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
Ice Skating, Food & Beverage, Live DJ (11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
*Palladiscope: 'Frost' Launch* - Due to low temperatures, the launch of "Frost" has been rescheduled to Jan. 27

The Ice at Carter Green
Sunday,
January 21
Speed Carving (10 a.m.- 2 p.m.)
The Ice at Carter Green

DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY

JANUARY 16
The Ice at Carter Green will have special hours on this day for the community to come and enjoy the celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday! Open 11:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. (last skating session at 5:30 p.m.).

The public is also invited to join the City of Carmel and the Mayor's Advisory Commission on Human Relations in a ceremony to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. There will be spoken word, interpretative dance, skits and more beginning at 6:30 p.m. at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts. Click here to learn more.

CARMEL WINTER GAMES

FEBRUARY 9-10
Carmel Winter Games builds real team spirit through on-ice, non-skating competitive games like Ice Trike Relays, Human Curling and Human Hungry Hippo, all while supporting select local nonprofits. In addition, you can cheer on your favorite Hometown Heroes during the competitive Hero-Olympic games between Carmel’s finest, the Carmel Fire Department and Carmel Police Department. Bring your whole family and enjoy the fun!

Only the team captain needs to sign up on Eventbrite, however waivers will need to be signed prior to participation. Sign-up will be available at a later date.
2024 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 
(Please note schedule may change before February 9, 2024)
DATE
LOCATION
EVENT
Friday, Feb. 9
The Ice at Carter Green
Hometown Hero-Olympics (6 p.m.)
Saturday, Feb. 10
The Ice at Carter Green
The Carmel Winter Games (Noon)
   - Ice Trike Relay
   - Human Curling
   - Human Hungry Hippo

Live DJ (Noon - 4 p.m.)

Meet the Mascots (1 - 3 p.m.)

SENSORY SKATE DAYS

January 23 & February 25, 5 - 7 p.m.
A sensory-friendly event for families, especially designed for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder or any type of special need. Skate aids will be available.

For more information email mbarrett@carmel.in.gov.