Events

The International Center aims to promote events in Indiana that highlight and celebrate cultural diversity and international relations. Whether you like to engage in international diplomacy, eat Chinese food, dance to Russian music, celebrate a French holiday, or participate in Scottish games, we hope you’ll find a way to celebrate and participate in our global city.

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Día de Muertos Celebration

Indy Global Village Welcome Center 4233 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, IN

The moving observations associated with Day of the Dead come to life in this celebration in remembrance of our dearly departed. All ages welcome!

Free

An Evening with Sphinx

Madam Walker Legacy Center 617 Indiana Avenue, INDIANAPOLIS, IN, United States

The Performance Thanks to the generous support of the Eli Lilly and Company Foundation, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is honored to partner with the Sphinx Organization, a national nonprofit dedicated to developing young Black and Latinx classical musicians, to bring Sphinx artists and ISO musicians together. The ISO and Sphinx present a three-program annual series […]

Free

GLOBAL VILLAGE FUNDRAISER

Our annual fundraiser includes a 3 course dinner along with performances, fashion show, and silent auction. Ticket information TBD.

Free

World of Trees EXHIBIT

Indy Global Village Welcome Center 4233 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, IN

Our annual holiday tradition focuses on individuals and organizations creating holiday tree displays that teach us about global holiday traditions. Visit our Holiday Bazaar and kick start the holiday shopping season set against our World of Trees exhibit on December 7 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

Free

Carmel Christkindlmarkt

The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts 355 City Center Dr, Carmel, IN, United States

Stroll through the market and enjoy delicious German food and beverage offerings from over 60 huts, shop for unique gifts, and enjoy holiday music performed by artists from around the world. Watch in awe as German artisans and craftsmen demonstrate their creations right in front of you or lace up your skates and glide to […]

Free

HOLIDAY BAZAAR

Indy Global Village Welcome Center 4233 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, IN

Kick off the holiday shopping season by supporting local artists and artisans during our Holiday Bazaar. Set against our World of Trees exhibit and a variety of performances, the bazaar also features family craft activities and yummy treats.

Free

Inaugural Harambee Kwanzaa Community Festival

Indiana State Museum 650 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Join the Witherspoon Presbyterian Church and the Indiana State Museum for the inaugural Kwanzaa Community Festival entitled “Harambee! A Cultural Celebration of Faith, Family and a Vision for the Future.” Harambee is a Swahili word that means “let’s pull together.” At this day-long immersive cultural experience you can participate in family activities, enjoy African music […]

Year of the SNAKE- Lunar New Year Celebration

The Tube Factory 1125 Cruft Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with with traditional dance performances, fireworks, activities like cut paper art, lantern/fan painting, origami & more. Food available for purchase. Indianapolis Chinese Performing Arts Inc (ICPAI) at 6-7pm. Lunar New Year is one of the most important celebrations of the year among East and Southeast Asian cultures, including Chinese, […]

2025 Indy Chinese New Year Gala & ICCCI 30th Anniversary Celebration

The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts 355 City Center Dr, Carmel, IN, United States

  ICCCI (The Indianapolis Chinese Community Center Inc.) is thrilled to invite you to our upcoming 2025 Indy Lunar New Year Gala & ICCCI 30th Anniversary Celebration, an event that promises to be a night full of excitement, cultural richness and entertainment. The Year of the Snake, which is the Chinese Zodiac sign for the […]

Carmel Symphony Orchestra Moonlight & Lanterns

The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts 355 City Center Dr, Carmel, IN, United States

Enjoy an evening of breathtaking music with us at the Carmel Symphony Orchestra! This Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m., pianist Daniel Epstein joins conductor Joel Smirnoff for a stunning performance, featuring the Yellow River Concerto, Chinese folksongs by the Voices of Angels Choir, and Debussy’s La Mer. As a special treat, The International Center […]

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