Enjoy the holiday sounds & shows of the Market!

Midwest Alphorns, led by Dr. Peggy DeMers, will perform traditional sounds of the Alps on their handmade, authentic wooden Alphorns.

Join us as we kick off the 2025 Carmel Christkindlmarkt with our Opening Bell Ceremony on Saturday, November 22nd! Starting at 11:30 a.m., enjoy live music from the Midwest Alphorn Retreat, meet our new Christkind, and take in the joyful atmosphere of Opening Day. Be part of the tradition from the very first ring - it's the perfect way to welcome the holiday season.

Midwest Alphorns, led by Dr. Peggy DeMers, will perform traditional sounds of the Alps on their handmade, authentic wooden Alphorns.

Lively award winning music of all genres you can sing, dance, or tap a toe to, featuring International Polka Hall Of Famer and star of RFD-TV’s "Mollie B Polka Party," Mollie B along with International Polka Hall of Fame recipient Ted Lange and their band.

Midwest Alphorns, led by Dr. Peggy DeMers, will perform traditional sounds of the Alps on their handmade, authentic wooden Alphorns.

Join us as Central Indiana Dance Ensemble kicks off their 26th anniversary season at the Carmel Christkindlmarkt with excerpts of their upcoming performance of The Nutcracker and other holiday dances!

Join us at the Main Stage in the Winter Pavilion for a magical evening as we light the 2025 Christmas tree! From 3 to 6 p.m., enjoy festive entertainment and family fun provided by the City of Carmel, including Silly Safari with live reindeer, a juggler, magician, and a special visit from Santa. The celebration continues with a featured stage performance by the Indiana Ballet Conservatory at 6 p.m., followed by the official tree lighting countdown at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Allied Solutions in partnership with the City of Carmel.

Indiana Ballet Conservatory presents excerpts from the beloved holiday classic, the Nutcracker, featuring music by Tchaikovsky. See the Full Production at the Palladium Thanksgiving weekend with live music from the Carmel Symphony Orchestra and Indianapolis Children’s Choir.