Festival Activities
July 3 (1pm - 10pm) & July 4 (Noon - 10pm)
Endless fun for all ages!
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Beer & Wine Garden
Attention all beer and wine lovers! Sample a wide variety of the finest local and regional beers and wines. Our garden provides the perfect setting to sit back, relax, and enjoy the live music and festivities. We look forward to seeing you at our beer and wine garden!
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KidsZone
Looking for a fun-filled day for your kids? Bring them to the KidsZone, where they can enjoy a wide range of exciting activities such as bungee jumping, obstacle courses, rock climbing, and rides! Your kids will have a blast and make new friends while enjoying the many attractions in a safe and supervised environment. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to give your children an unforgettable day of fun and adventure!
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Live Music
Celebrate in style with live music on multiple stages throughout two days! Join us at CarmelFest and enjoy incredible performances from a wide range of musical genres. From classic rock to country and everything in between, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So, bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and appetite, and prepare to be blown away by the amazing talent on stage. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to enjoy great music and celebrate America's independence with your friends and family!
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Local Artists
Don't miss out on the opportunity to witness some amazing local artist’s demonstrations at CarmelFest! Come and be inspired by the creativity of the talented artists who call this community their home.
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Delicious Food & Drinks
Come and taste some amazing local cuisine that will tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your cravings. From sweet treats to savory bites and refreshing drinks, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
EXCITING Vendors to Discover
at the MarketPlace!
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Artist Development Studio Music School
Artist Development Studio
Your Premier Vocal and Performance School
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Off The Wall Sports
Off The Wall Sports offers adult and youth soccer leagues, youth flag football, and summer camps in a fun, competitive environment. Lil' Kickers is a soccer-based child development program for kids 18 months to 12 years old, building skills and confidence through play.
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Living Well Designs
We are a local custom-design company specializing in a variety of shirts using DTF, vinyl, and sublimation. We work with customers to create single shirts up to bulk orders of 100+. We work with school groups, families, sports teams, and other organizations, and we also enjoy putting together collections to showcase at local events. We also make various gift items, including sublimated keychains and earrings.
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Indy Fudge
At Indy Fudge, we bring joy and indulgence to every fairgoer with our award-winning, handcrafted fudge and premium chocolates. Based in the Indianapolis Metro area, we specialize in luxury, high-quality confections that elevate the chocolate-tasting experience. Our journey began with a passion for creating unforgettable moments through the art of fudge. Each batch is crafted with the finest ingredients to ensure a rich, creamy texture and bold flavors that keep customers coming back for more. From classic favorites like Chocolate
Walnut to unique flavors that surprise and delight, we take pride in offering a diverse selection to satisfy every sweet tooth.
Indy Fudge is committed to exceptional quality and first-class service, making every purchase an experience to remember. Whether you’re a long-time fudge lover or trying our sweets for the first time, we promise a taste of pure indulgence. -
Baby Liebies
Baby Liebies is all about handmade organic baby and kids clothes. We offer our clothes in sizes newborn to 5T. We provide excellent quality clothes in comfortable styles, with a focus on having a unique assortment of prints, appealing to both boys and girls.
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Damsel in Defense
My name is Kari Baird and I sell Damsel in Defense which is stun guns, concealed carry purses, pepper spray, alarms etc. I have been married for 25 years and have 1 son who is 24. I love to go to events like Carmelfest and meet and network with all the customers and friends. Thank you for supporting my small business! I appreciate you all!
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Happy and Hannahmade LLC
Hi! My name is Hannah and I create happy, handmade polymer clay jewelry. I love using color, florals, and experimenting with patterns in my jewelry. I am inspired by things that bring me joy, and I hope that you feel that same joy when you wear my pieces!
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Max and Pippa
Max and Pippa was born out of my pure love of retail, especially when it comes to moms and their little ones. Inspired by my adorable grandson, Max, and my trendy grandmother spirit, Pippa, I created a space filled with adorable baby clothes and stylish apparel for moms of all ages.
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Nectar of the Vine
We are a family owned & operated business for over 20 years now. We want to provide a fun, new way for people to enjoy wine. Our company is stationed in Middlefield, Ohio but our entire line of signature Wine Frappés and other gourmet products can be found at events across the country. We have built a wonderful client base at these events and look forward to returning year after year to introduce new flavors and to bring our product to our friends & new friends at these events.
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Window Nation
Window Nation is a leading provider of high-quality replacement windows and doors, committed to delivering unmatched expertise and exceptional products to homeowners across the nation. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, Window Nation continues to set the industry standard for excellence.
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Imago Dei Restorative Health
Imago Dei means "image of God". We view the human body as fearfully and wonderfully made by God with remarkable abilities to recover from illness and thrive. Although we live in a broken world with broken bodies, we are committed to educating patients on the best path to restore their health by uncovering root causes of their disease and empowering them to approach their own wellness through both modern medicine and holistic solutions.
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Bar Keepers Friend
Bar Keepers Friend is a Family-owned cleaning company based in Indianapolis. Used in homes, businesses, and institutions worldwide, our industrial-strength cleaning products safely and gently remove rust, mineral deposits, grease, and baked-on stains from a wide variety of surfaces. Try it on cookware, shower doors, rusty grills, and more!
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LifeWise Academy Carmel Clay
A released time religious instruction program focused on Bible-based character education.
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ASP of Indiana
Our organization seeks to promote pro life candidates and policies, seeking common ground, to promote the common good, through common sense policies.
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LiveLovePaintStudio LLC
Livelovepaint Studio LLC is a party entertainment company bringing fun art experiences to any party or event! We have provided face painting and glitter tattoos to over 1000 happy customers in the Hamilton County area and surrounding areas of Indianapolis. We have been in business over 10 years and love bringing joy to kiddos though art and fun!
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Gymboree Play & Music
We are a locally owned and operated franchise offering time-tested, expert-crafted play and learn classes for children ages 0-6.
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Regal Cinemas
Regal Village Park Stadium 17 has been a landmark theatre in the Carmel area! We are excited to bring a Superior Entertainment Experience by providing joy through extraordinary experiences!
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Hats by JRX5Creations
We are a husband and wife team who both love hats. Our business started back in 2020 and we were making earrings. We started to make some hats for my husband and we realized how much more fun it was. We are based out of southern Illinois but love to travel around for different events.
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Event Nest Carmel
Event Nest Carmel is women owned business offering space to celebrate events such as birthday parties, corporate events, family gatherings and vendor events. The space is located in the heart of Carmel with capacity up to 150 people.
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Whimsies
Whimsies is a brand of clothing founded in a garage in Muncie. It then grew to be an award-winning boutique that has won the town's best boutique every year since it opened in 2020. Whimsies' owner is now a Carmel resident and is excited to bring the brand to a new market.
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The Roaming Artist
My name is Miranda Senteney, and I am a traveling fine art photographer. My journey began in the darkroom, where I developed my own film and photographs. Over the years, I've been fortunate to travel to stunning locations, and last year, I decided to share my work with others. Every photograph in my collection has been captured by me, offering a unique perspective of the world. When I’m not traveling, I enjoy quality time with my husband and three dogs.
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Bach to Rock
Bach to Rock is a music school for all ages, skill levels, and musical genres. They offer private lessons, group classes, bands, camps, and birthday parties. Learn from professional musicians and refine your skills at Bach to Rock!
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Busy Bee Headbands
Locally made in Carmel since 2011, these high-quality handmade headbands will be your new favorite headbands for exercise and fashion.
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Sparrow Design Co. Apparel
We are a family business from Anderson, In.
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Master Yoo's Tae Kwon Do
Master Yoo’s Tae Kwon Do is a leading provider of martial arts instruction for children, adults and families in Carmel area. We strive to give our students the highest quality martial arts instruction and valuable skills for daily life: cooperation, respect, self-control, focus, and confidence. The positive character traits that develop will help them at work and school, at home and on the playing field.
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Carmel Democratic Club
The Carmel Democratic Club is a non profit organization that supports the Carmel Community through community involvement and volunteering, social and educational activities, and local Democratic candidate support.
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Evan Peacock Photography, LLC
I am a 19 year old photographer from Carmel. I started doing photography when I was 16 as a creative outlet, and found that I really enjoyed it! I've been doing it ever since!
Want to be a Carmelfest Vendor?

We need Volunteers!

Whether you can donate a few hours or the entire day, your time and effort will make a difference. This festival is made possible by the incredible people who generously give their time to help us bring this event to life, and we want you to be a part of it too.