2026 Artomobilia Festival Information
Celebrate the art and design of automobiles Saturday, August 29 at Artomobilia in Carmel, Indiana! This unique gathering of artists, collector cars and automotive enthusiasts takes over the streets of the Carmel Arts & Design District and Monon Boulevard through Midtown.
What to Expect at Artomobilia
Nearly 500 cars fill the streets for this year's showcase — a mix of period-correct classics, competition legends, modern exotics and owner-cherished originals. The event stretches more than a mile through downtown, and it's meant to be walked, not just watched, so visitors can get up close to every hood, badge and paint job. Artomobilia goes beyond a typical car show, celebrating the artistry, engineering and vision that shape automotive design.
From BMW, Lotus, Mercedes, Porsche and more luxury brands, all of the latest technologies and designs will be featured to blow your mind away.
- Präzision-Palooza | Saturday, August 29, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Lotus-Palooza | Saturday, August 29, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- BMW-Palooza | Saturday, August 29, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Mercedes-Palooza | Saturday, August 29, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
This year, Artomobilia runs alongside Carmel on Canvas, pairing the vibrant world of plein air painting with a stunning lineup of cars. It's shaping up to be an epic weekend, drawing art lovers and automobile enthusiasts together for an unforgettable experience in Carmel.
Things to Do Nearby Artomobilia
Looking for other things to do during your visit? Take a walk along the scenic Monon Trail and wander through the many stops and shops in downtown Carmel - including the Arts & Design District, Carmel Midtown and City Center. See the stunning Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for Performing Arts or shop around Clay Terrace.
Places to Eat Near Artomobilia
If your hungry, try breakfast or brunch at Rosie's Place or burgers and milkshakes at Bub's Burgers & Ice Cream. Take in the view from 3UP, stop for a drink at Sun King or enjoy a delectable dessert at The Cake Bake Shop.
Where to Stay Near Artomobilia
When you're ready to rest your head, there are several conveniently located hotels. Hotel Carmichael at City Center, and Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel or Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis on Meridian Street.
For more information on things to do in Hamilton County, check out our calendar. Be sure to follow @VisitHamiltonCo on Facebook and Instagram to see what's happening in #VisitHC.