There’s no shortage of fun in the city of Carmel and we’re here to guide you to all of the things to do in Carmel with kids. Plus, we’ll tell you about our favorite things to do WITHOUT kids. Welcome to summer. Welcome to Carmel.
The Waterpark in Carmel opens for the season Saturday, May 29. It’s the perfect spot for all ages to stay cool.
Monon Mixers are back for the 21+ crowd! Grab a friend and hit The Waterpark after hours on June 17, June 25, July 15, July 23, August 5. Registration required.
$1 family movies play twice a week, all summer long at Carmel’s Village Park theater.
Kid-friendly restaurants and fun children’s menus are plentiful. Check out these kid-approved restaurants.
Take a hike and explore these fun hiking trails in Carmel.
When it comes to creating fun and engaging parks, Carmel is tops! Families visit from all over the state to play on these Carmel playgrounds.
DIY’ers can mix their own fragrances to create personalized bath products at Bath Junkie in Carmel.
Sniff, select and stir your own fragranced wax and pour a custom candle at the Penn & Beech Candle Company.
Fans of laser tag will have a blast at Laser Flash in Carmel.
Join the fun at the free Pollinator BioBlitz on June 23, 4-6pm at Central Park. Details and registration.
Carmel splash pads are a cool hit during the summer months.
Midtown Plaza in Camel is an entertainment and dining district with shopping, festivals, hotels, green spaces, cultural spaces and more. Families love this space for it’s free play spaces, family dining and events.
Call a sitter and hit the town for a night of romance and adventure. Carmel is a hot spot for date nights.
Off the Wall Sports in Carmel is an indoor soccer facility meets entertainment venue. Bounce houses, birthdays and more!
There’s no shortage of things to do with your favorite furry friend. Carmel is dog-friendly.
Birthday party venues in Carmel are plentiful.
Stay cool as you explore nature during a good old fashioned Carmel creek stomping adventure.
Fishing is a fantastic sport for kids and Carmel has some “fishing holes.”
Find free summer concerts and live music all summer long in Carmel.
Pick up fresh produce, baked goods, local meat, fresh cut flowers and more at the Carmel Farmers’ Market.
Did you know that Carmel is home to the World’s Smallest Children’s Art Museum?
Foodie kids will love making their own donuts at Jack’s Donuts.
Games, rides, fireworks, food and family fun are all a part of Carmel Fest, the annual 4th of July celebration in Carmel.
Gymboree is a community staple in Carmel. Infants, toddlers and preschoolers love it!
Goldfish Swim School offers swim lessons for kids AND family swim times.
Mini master chefs take over this youth sized kitchen at Sprouts Cooking School. They’ll learn skills to create delicious dishes.
The reopening of Flowing Well Park in Carmel will be celebrated with the My Park Series on July 8, 10 – 11 a.m. Register in advance.
Preschoolers and their adults are invited to morning of fun at The Waterpark on August 11, after all of the big kids are back in school! Register now for the Preschool Splash Bash.
Upcoming Events in Carmel
April 17, 2025
Overbooked: Teen Led Book Club
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm — Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation
This […]
Story Studio
7:00 pm – 7:30 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Ready […]
April 19, 2025
Growing Kindness Starts with Music and Art
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
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Paws to Read
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Registration […]
April 21, 2025
Tales for Twos and Threes
9:30 am – 10:00 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
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Book Buddies
10:30 am – 11:00 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Kids […]
Tales for Twos & Threes
10:30 am – 11:00 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Join […]
Tales for Twos & Threes
11:30 am – 12:00 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Join […]
April 22, 2025
Tales for Twos and Threes
9:30 am – 10:00 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Join […]
Book Buddies
10:30 am – 11:00 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Kids […]
Tales for Twos & Threes
10:30 am – 11:00 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Join […]
Tales for Twos & Threes
11:30 am – 12:00 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Join […]
April 23, 2025
Little Ones Story Time
9:30 am – 9:50 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Toddlers […]
Little Ones Story Time
10:30 am – 10:50 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Toddlers […]
Little Ones Story Time
11:30 am – 11:50 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Toddlers […]
Read-In at CCPL : In-person Volunteer Opportunity For Teens
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm — Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation
Read […]
April 24, 2025
Library Babies
9:30 am – 9:50 am — Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation
Babies […]
Library Babies
10:30 am – 10:50 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Babies […]
Library Babies
11:30 am – 11:50 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Babies […]
Inklings; Creative Writing Club
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Inklings […]
Bedtime Stories
7:00 pm – 7:30 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
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April 25, 2025
Hopefest Sensory Friendly Touch-a-Truck Event | FREE
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm — Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center
Hopebridge […]
Adaptive Spring Night Hike for Ages 13+
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm — Ride the Zipline at River Heritage Park Carmel’s Inclusive Playground
Adaptive […]
April 26, 2025
School-Age April Festival
10:00 am – 12:00 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Dress […]
April 27, 2025
Bollywood Class | We Rock the Spectrum
10:00 am – 11:00 am — We Rock the Spectrum
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April 28, 2025
Itsy Bitsy Prom
10:00 am – 11:30 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
It’s […]
Drop-In Lab: Weaving
3:45 pm – 4:30 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Learn […]
Nintendo Switch Game Night
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm —
Teens […]
April 29, 2025
Play-Doh Story Time
10:30 am – 11:00 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Come […]
May 1, 2025
Overbooked: Teen Led Book Club
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm — Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation
This […]
May 3, 2025
Nerdfest
10:00 am – 4:00 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
NerdFest […]
May 7, 2025
Cinderella Ballet Storytime
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Families […]
May 8, 2025
Inklings; Creative Writing Club
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Inklings […]
May 12, 2025
Family Dance Party
10:00 am – 10:45 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
The […]
Nintendo Switch Game Night
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm —
Teens […]
May 13, 2025
Beauty and the Beast Ballet Storytime
10:30 am – 11:00 am — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Beauty […]
Drop-In Lab: Paper Flower Making
6:00 pm – 6:45 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Learn […]
May 14, 2025
Read-In at CCPL : In-person Volunteer Opportunity For Teens
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm — Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation
Read […]
May 15, 2025
Overbooked: Teen Led Book Club
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm — Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation
This […]
May 17, 2025
Paws to Read
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm — Carmel Clay Public Library’s Main Library Branch is a Vibrant Community Resource
Registration […]
June 9, 2025
Nintendo Switch Game Night
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm —
Teens […]
June 23, 2025
Nintendo Switch Game Night
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm —
Teens […]
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