At the Carmel Christkindlmarkt, accessibility is important to us. Whether you’re visiting with mobility needs, traveling with a service animal, or planning ahead for a smoother experience, we want to ensure the Market is both welcoming and easy to access for everyone.
Please use this guide to plan your trip to the Carmel Christkindlmarkt.
To support a comfortable visit, the Market offers several accessibility-focused services:
Accessible parking is available in the parking garage located on 3rd Avenue SW in Carmel. From there, guests can make their way into the Market with a straightforward route into the event area.
For maps, seasonal updates, and additional visitor information, guests can reference the official FAQ page here.
On Saturdays and Sundays, guests can use a regular shuttle service connecting the Market to designated parking areas, with pickups every 15 minutes. These shuttles are ADA-equipped and can transport wheelchairs, scooters, and strollers.
Shuttle Parking Location: Former CNO Financial Group campus, 535 College Drive, Carmel, IN 46032
To support a seamless experience during peak hours, these vehicles are equipped to carry mobility scooters and wheelchairs. For additional travel details and maps, please visit the official Shuttle Information page.
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt provides complimentary wheelchairs for guests who need mobility assistance. Availability is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests can inquire about transport wheelchairs at First Aid Hut #37. A valid form of ID is required to borrow a wheelchair. There is no time limit for use, but guests are kindly asked to return wheelchairs to First Aid before leaving the Market.
Important Wheelchair Information
Mobile scooters are welcome at the Carmel Christkindlmarkt. Since evenings and weekends can be especially busy, scooter users may find weekday visits easier to navigate through crowds.
Additionally, guests are also welcome to bring seated rollators or personal mobility devices. This may assist those needing a seating option as well.
Seating is available, but limited, and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Options include:
While pets are not permitted, certified service animals are warmly welcomed and fully accommodated at the Market. Guests are encouraged to stop by Guest Services (Hut #41) to pick up a special bandana for their service animal, helping staff and volunteers easily identify working animals during the event.
Important note: Emotional support animals are not permitted at the Market.
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is built to be experienced by everyone. These accessibility offerings help ensure that more guests can step into the tradition comfortably, confidently, and with a little extra ease along the way.
