Things to Do with Kids in Carmel, IN

  • TripBuzz found 121 things to do with kids in or near Carmel, Indiana, including 102 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Indianapolis, Noblesville, Plainfield and Fishers.
  • From Monon Waterpark to Laser Flash, the Carmel area offers 64 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Hiking Trails and Family Fun Center.
  • Carmel offers a rather substantial population due to its rapid growth over the past decade and is just over 20 miles from downtown Indianapolis. The city itself has dedicated a great deal of time and money toward the city center along with its arts and design district. Along with the numerous shopping and entertainment options, there are still outdoor attractions as seen with two major bike trails.
  • TripBuzz found 121 things to do with kids in or near Carmel, Indiana, including 102 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Indianapolis, Noblesville, Plainfield and Fishers.
  • From Monon Waterpark to Laser Flash, the Carmel area offers 64 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Hiking Trails and Family Fun Center.
  • Carmel offers a rather substantial population due to its rapid growth over the past decade and is just over 20 miles from downtown Indianapolis. The city itself has dedicated a great deal of time and money toward the city center along with its arts and design district. Along with the numerous shopping and entertainment options, there are still outdoor attractions as seen with two major bike trails.
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New York– and Old World–style pizzas served alongside summer salads, meatball sandwiches, veggie calzones, and more than a dozen craft brews
0.9 Miles
80% 5 votes
Parks 450 Meadow Lane, Carmel, IN 46040 MoreLess Info
A short drive from downtown Carmel, Meadowlark Park is a good place for a nature walk or picnic. The park also includes a fishing spot, basketball court, and both soccer and baseball fields.
1.5 Miles
39% 18 votes
Movie Theaters 2222 E 146th Street, Carmel, IN 46033 MoreLess Info
A 17-screen movie theater, Regal Village Park Stadium 17 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, arcade games, a party room and a concession area with food and drinks.
1.2 Miles
95% 215 votes
Hiking Trails Carmel, IN MoreLess Info
With a length of 18.5 miles, the Monon Trail passes through neighborhoods, cultural centers, schools and recreational areas, linking together Indianapolis and the Westfield suburb.
1.0 Miles
90% 114 votes
Theaters 355 City Center Drive, Carmel, IN 46032 MoreLess Info
Opened in the beginning of 2011, The Center for the Performing Arts has a seating capacity of 1,600 and occupies 151,000 square feet. It has three stages which can host theater plays, dance groups and musical concerts.
0.4 Miles
94% 33 votes
Specialty Museums 111 East Main Street, Carmel, IN MoreLess Info
Besides the regular miniature houses and items displayed in its permanent collection, the Museum of Miniature Houses and other Collections is also the home of several doll-houses which were not scaled down.
0.1 Miles
90% 109 votes
Arts & Crafts Market Main Street, Carmel, IN 46032 MoreLess Info
At Carmel Arts & Design District, visitors can take a stroll down a historic street while enjoying artwork and live music from local musicians. The street hosts several art galleries that showcase glasswork and paintings.
2.1 Miles
100% 22 votes
Theaters 3 Center Green, Suite 200, Carmel, IN 46032 MoreLess Info
The largest community theatre in the state, Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre was founded in 1951. Besides hosting the regular shows, it also supports the local artistic community by offering them its stage for their own shows.
2.0 Miles
100% 9 votes
Hiking Trails 1235 Central Park Dr E, Carmel, IN 46032 MoreLess Info
Monon Greenway / Trail , Carmel is a hiking trail that stretches for 5-miles and is decorated with parks and activities. At one point, the trail opens up to a 5-acre green space that has a shelter house.
0.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Theaters S Rangeline Rd, 2nd Fl, Carmel, IN 46032 MoreLess Info
Located above a candy shop, Second Story Playhouse provides performing arts classes for the community youth. The playhouse has performances open to the public, such as puppet shows, improv, and more.
4.4 Miles
89% 57 votes
Movie Theaters 8702 Keystone Crossing, Suite 201A, Indianapolis, IN 46262 MoreLess Info
Landmark's Keystone Art Cinema is a seven screen movie multiplex that screens a wide variety of films, including independent films, foreign films, and art house productions. The theater has all digital video and sound, and features a lounge.
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