The Ice at Carter Green in Carmel, Indiana, is more than just an ice-skating rink; it’s a unique winter experience in the heart of the city, offering the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories with loved ones. This holiday season, consider giving the gift of experience – a session at The Ice at Carter Green, which blends the fun of skating with the holiday magic of the surrounding Carmel Christkindlmarkt. Families, friends and couples alike will find the rink and surrounding events to be a charming way to enjoy the season and celebrate the best of winter.
Nestled in the vibrant center of Carmel, The Ice at Carter Green is surrounded by the lively Christkindlmarkt, a traditional German-inspired holiday market. Here, patrons can take a break from skating to warm up with a cup of hot cocoa or mulled wine, which can be taken inside heated igloos that provide a welcome respite from the chill. After a few laps around the ice, visitors can wander through the market’s festive huts, which are filled with unique holiday gifts, ornaments and artisanal treats. Various vendors and artists showcase their talents, providing an array of options for holiday shopping that supports small businesses.
Carmel’s Festival of Ice brings professional ice carvers from all over the world to the heart of our city where they will compete in making incredible, intricate ice sculptures on the weekend of January 17 through the 19. Paired with Carmel Fire Department’s Chili Cook-Off, Festival of Ice weekend is an opportunity to witness art in its chilliest form, while warming up with chili variations courtesy of our Carmel fire crew.
As the season progresses, the festivities at Carter Green continue with the popular Carmel Winter Games on January 24 and 25. This spirited event invites city departments and corporate teams to compete in lighthearted games like human curling, human hungry hippo and tricycle races. Carmel Winter Games has become a cherished annual tradition in the city, drawing community members and visitors together to celebrate winter with enthusiasm and good cheer.
Whether you’re gliding across the ice, cheering on competitors in the Winter Games, or simply savoring a warm cup of cocoa with family and friends, The Ice at Carter Green has something magical for everyone. This year, give the gift of experience and let the memories created at Carmel’s winter wonderland become a cherished part of your holiday traditions.
