Ice sculptors, chili cooks turn Carmel into winter wonderland

Photo provided by Denise Moe

The Carmel Festival of Ice held this past weekend on Center Green featured carving demonstrations by professional ice carvers, a fast-paced carve-off competition, carving classes, an ice bar presented by Danny Boy Beer Works, a kids play area, skating, a live DJ and a firehouse chili cook-off presented by Citizens State Bank

(Above) Carmel City Council President Jeff Worrell (right) and wife Shari Worrell (left) have so much Carmel pride they just had to share a little with our event photographer. “Great event for those with mittens and boots to get out of the house and experience winter in a fun way,” said Jeff Worrell. “Great job by the city bringing another unique experience for our residents.

Photos provided by Denise Moe