WELCOME TO
Hosting World Aquatics Swimming World Cup
Carmel, Indiana
October 10-12, 2025
Carmel High School Natatorium Complex
The world’s best swimmers are coming to Carmel this fall! World Aquatics is bringing their Swimming World Cup to North America this fall for a series of three elite competitions. The World Cup Series kicks off in Carmel, Indiana October 10-12 before continuing on to Westmont, Illinois and Toronto, Ontario. Across all three stops, more than 750 athletes from over 50 nations will compete for a share of the $1.2 million prize pool.
The City of Carmel, officially nicknamed SwimCity, USA, has a rich tradition of swimming excellence grounded in strong community-driven programs. Carmel Swim Club has trained four Team USA Olympians and is delighted to partner with World Aquatics, Hamilton County Sports Authority, and Carmel Clay Schools to host the inaugural 2025 World Cup stop.
Explore a variety of restaurants, art galleries and boutique shops in the Arts & Design District, City Center and Midtown. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Monon Trail provides a scenic route for biking, walking, or running.
Carmel offers a variety of excellent accommodations for visitors coming to support our swimming events and explore our community. From luxury hotels to comfortable family-friendly options, you’ll find the perfect place to stay.
For a comprehensive list of hotels, bed & breakfasts, and other lodging options, we’ve partnered with Hamilton County Tourism to provide you with the best local recommendations.
Ample free and limited paid reserved parking available around the Carmel High School Natatorium
Our 18.1-mile trail perfect for walking or biking through the community
Uber and Lyft readily available throughout Carmel
Join us from 1 - 5 p.m. in Midtown Plaza for food, drinks, crafts, family fun, photo booths, and a dog costume contest from Midtown to the Arts & Design District.
Join us at 6 p.m. on Main Street (east of Range Line Rd.) for The Brothers Footman—a high-energy mix of rock, hip hop, funk, and soul. Don’t miss this free community street party!
SwimCity, USA represents the unique partnership between Carmel Swim Club and the City of Carmel, celebrating our community’s extraordinary dedication to swimming excellence. This collaboration showcases how a community’s passion for swimming has created a culture that produces world-class athletes while promoting water safety and fitness for all residents.
Our designation as “SwimCity, USA” reflects:
✓ The only U.S. city with three hometown swimmers at the 2024 Paris Olympics
✓ Home to Carmel High School’s record-setting teams (39 straight girls’ titles, 11 straight boys’ titles)
✓ 2,200+ participants in Carmel Swim Club and Swim Academy each year
✓ A community-wide commitment to aquatics excellence
Together, Carmel’s passion for swimming has built a culture that develops world-class athletes while promoting safety, lifelong skills, and fitness for all.
Carmel Swim Club founded, establishing the foundation for swimming excellence in our community
Carmel High School girls begin their unprecedented state championship streak
Carmel qualifies first athletes to US Olympic Trials
After having no 18 and under Olympic Trial qualifiers in 2004, CSC launches Operation Omaha to encourage their entire program to dream of excelling at the highest levels of sport
Historic breakthrough: Jake Mitchell and Drew Kibler become Carmel’s first Olympic swimmers
Record achievement: 3 swimmers make Olympic team (Alex Shackell, Aaron Shackell, Drew Kibler) plus tennis player Rajeev Ram
Carmel girls win 38th consecutive state championship – extending national record for any sport
Ready to be part of SwimCity, USA? Learn more about joining Carmel Swim Club or cheer us on during a meet at the Carmel High School Natatorium.
Learn from the best at Carmel Swim Academy! Take lessons for water safety, build skills to prepare for CSC, or swim laps for fitness.
Watch our Olympic athletes compete on the big screen at Midtown Plaza
Explore galleries, shops, and restaurants in our vibrant downtown area
Enjoy walking, running, or cycling on our scenic community trail
Explore year-round festivals and events bring our community together.
