Day one of CarmelFest
CARMEL, Ind. (WISH) — CarmelFest 2026 kicked off Friday afternoon. The city bills the two-day Independence Day festival as “a beloved annual summer tradition for families and friends throughout Indiana.” This year’s celebration not only marks America’s 250th birthday but also the 50th anniversary of Carmel officially becoming a city.
The event features live music, delicious food, items from local vendors, and a “fun zone” with games like ping-pong, cornhole and a mechanical bull.
“CarmelFest means so much to our community,” said Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam. “We’ve done it for decades. It’s our biggest two-day celebration; we have to celebrate the 4th of July.”…