Home
Helpful Resources
Start a Service Request
Use this form to report a non-emergency issue or ask the City a question. Choose a topic below to get started.
For emergencies, call 911. Do not use this form to request emergency assistance.
If the form does not load or you need help, contact City Hall at (831) 620-2000.
DIY Decorate a Witch Hat
Harrison Memorial Library
October 29th Thursday – 4:00pm - 5:00pm
OPEN TO ALL AGES
Free in-person event at Harrison Memorial Library, Ocean Ave & Lincoln St, Carmel, Ca 93921
Questions? Call 831-624-4629 or email hml.reference@gmail.com
Climate Cafe: A Place for Conversation
Harrison Memorial Library
Location: Park Branch Library, Local History Department, Mission St & 6th Ave
Date & Time: Two sessions, Wednesday, Nov. 4, 4-5pm and Thursday, Nov. 12, 4-5pm. Come to one or both
Registration required: Call 831-624-4629 or email hml.reference@gmail.com
Spooky Season is almost here!
Get ready for Halloween in Carmel!
Darkness falls across the land. The midnight hour is close at hand. Do you have the soul for getting down (and having fun)?
Learn more about the street closures for the Pumpkin Roll and Halloween Parade below.
City’s Conglomerate Paving Project
Update as of 7/2/2026
Conglomerate Paving Project Update
Public Works Paving Update for July 6 and 7
Notice of the Upcoming Micro‑Surfacing Street Work
The City will continue to finish the micro‑surfacing pavement maintenance on Monday, July 6, on the following streets:
Puzzle Exchange!
Harrison Memorial Library
No Need to Buy New Puzzles! Trade yours with the community for free
Bring a puzzle in, take a puzzle home.
Honor System! No checkout needed
Puzzle Donations Accepted!
Adventure awaits at the Friends of the Library Bookroom at Sunset Center…
Books? We got 'em. Volunteer opportunities? You bet! Place to donate your gently loved books? Of course! We've got it all :)
We are at the Farmer’s Market, too. Stop by and say hi! And, be in the know about upcoming special book sales by signing up for our emails.
Calendar
Annual Halloween Parade
Don your best cloak, brush your fangs, and hop on your broom to join us in celebrating Halloween and the City’s birthday. This event is free and open to the public.
The parade will stage on Mission Street and Sixth Avenue (Farmers’ Market footprint), head south on Junipero Street before making a right onto Ocean Avenue and heading down to Monte Verde Street, where it will loop back up Ocean Avenue.
Watching the Parade and Street Closures
Annual Halloween & City Birthday Celebration
On Saturday, October 31st, the City is celebrating its 110th Birthday. That is a big milestone that deserves a big celebration.
Bring a picnic blanket or chair and celebrate with us in Devendorf Park on Saturday, October 31st, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Grab your boogie shoes and have a hauntingly good time dancing to The Hovering Breadcat Band, with special thanks to Sunset Center for sponsoring the music.
There will be free hot dogs (while supplies last), face painting, and other surprises.
This event is free and open to the public.
