Carmel to hold inaugural ‘The Arts in Autumn’ fest

Celebrate the arts in a new way on Saturday, Oct. 8, as the City of Carmel presents the inaugural The Arts in Autumn celebration, a family-friendly event that will stretch from Midtown Plaza to Main Street in the Carmel Arts & Design District.

The fun begins at 3 p.m. at Midtown Plaza and continues with Meet Me on Main at 5 p.m. and the final performances of Midtown’s Got Talent at Midtown Plaza at 6 p.m. All activities will end at 9 p.m.

Check out the schedule of events below.

Food Vendors

Located in Midtown Plaza from 3 to 9 p.m.

  • Rita’s Italian Ice and Frozen Custard Truck
  • Kernels Gourmet Popcorn
  • Pure Green Carmel

Artist Vendors

Located in Midtown Plaza from 3 to 6 p.m. and on Main Street from 6 to 9 p.m.

  • Balloon Art
  • Glitter Tattoos
  • Strolling Magician

Other Family Fun Activities

  • Showing of The Addams Family 2 on the Midtown screen at 3 p.m.
  • Mini pumpkin ring toss
  • Free bag for trick-or-treating in Midtown and the Arts & Design District

Dog Costume Contest

Dress your pet for Halloween on Oct. 8 for a chance to receive a free Java House gift card and a gift basket for your pup. Bring your furry friend down to Main Street and Midtown to show off the costume and remember to post a photo on social media and tag @midtowncarmelin with #carmeldogcostumecontest.