FAQs

  • The Carmel Pride Festival is a non-ticketed event and is open to everyone! This includes people of all identities and backgrounds.

  • Yes, there will be many vendors and food trucks who will be selling a variety of foods!

  • There will be singing and dancing for everyone. We will also have food / merchandise vendors, drag performances, live music, art contests, writing exhibitions, and more. Of course, you can also just hang out with the community! For a more comprehensive list, check out the Agenda page.

  • We encourage you to bring basic festival necessities such as sunscreen, bottled water, sunglasses, and a towel or chair to sit on. Bringing cash is also recommended if you are interested in purchasing products or food from our vendors!

  • Bring girlfriends, boyfriends, queer-friends galore. Straight people, gay people, trans people, pets, and more! Basically bring anyone with whom you want to have a good time!

  • Admission is completely free! However, we encourage you to bring money. We will have many featured local businesses selling food and merchandise, as well as performances that involve cash tipping.

  • Nope. You may come for as long as you want and whenever you want. Pride at Sunset will start at 7:30pm.

  • We will post/advertise a link to sign up to be a volunteer in the future! You can also donate via the Donation page, or get in contact with us at the Contact page.

  • Carter Green is located next to a number of parking garages! We encourage you to walk or bike. However, the section of the Monon trail next to the Green will be closed so you will need to arrive along 4th Street.

  • In the event of a conflict, please find the nearest police officer to support you. We have coordinated with the Carmel Police Department to be present and ensure everyone's safety.