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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Conversatory on Indiana-Mexico Historic Relations

Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site 1230 N Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Join the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site and the Mexican Consulate of Indianapolis to explore the 200 year history of United States – Mexico diplomatic relations. The evening will start at 5:30 PM with refreshments in the Welcome Center, where guests can explore the special exhibit Residential to Presidential: 200 Years with the Harrisons. Guests will […]

Free

Movie “Coco” with live music performed by the Orquesta Folclórica Nacional de México (National Folkloric Orchestra of Mexico)

Clowes Memorial Hall, Butler University 4602 Sunset Ave, Indianapolis, United States

AMP presents Disney Pixar’s Coco in Concert on Tour featuring a screening of the complete film with Oscar® and Grammy®-winning composer Michael Giacchino’s musical score performed by the 20-member Orquesta Folclórica Nacional de México, conducted by Esin Aydingoz. In addition to the original score by Giacchino, “Coco” also features the Oscar®-winning song “Remember Me” by […]

Legends and Fairytales by Gregory Hancock Dance Theater. Two Mexican pieces:“La Llorona” y “El Callejón del Beso”

The Tarkington at The Center for the Performing Arts 3 Center Green, Carmel, IN, United States

Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre opens its 2023-2024 performance season this month with LEGENDS AND FAIRYTALES at the Tarkington. Entering GHDT’s 26th season, Executive Artistic Director and Choreographer Gregory Hancock will continue his legacy of eloquent and passionate storytelling through music and dance by presenting tales from two diverse cultures for this concert. An audience favorite, LA LLORONA, is […]

Carmel Christkindlmarkt

10 Carter Green 10 Carter Green, Carmel, IN, United States

Beneath twinkling lights, browse more than 50 wooden huts selling authentic products imported from Germany, like wooden toys, nutcrackers, music boxes, ornaments and more. Don’t miss the collectible items like the boot mug and Bierkrüge for adult beverages. While you’re shopping, sip a hot mug of Glühwein (mulled wine) or hot cocoa. Enjoy traditional foods […]

Free

Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt

Ferdinand Community Center 1710 Community Drive, Ferdinand, IN, United States

The Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt, held the third full weekend in November annually, features over 200 lavishly decorated booths spilling over with quality hand-created items, antiques, art, Christmas wares, delicious regional food and wine, live entertainment, a free concert, free tours and so much more.   Enjoy the delights of Christmas in an Olde World setting!

Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt

Athenaeum Foundation 401 East Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

In the heart of Mass Avenue's Arts District, you're invited to eat, drink, and be merry this holiday season.   At the Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt, you’ll find the traditional festival elements (music, warm raclettes, gluhwein and plenty of platzchen to go around) are just the foundation for special storytelling traditions unique to our rich, German culture. […]

Sankt Martins Fest

10 Carter Green 10 Carter Green, Carmel, IN, United States

The Carmel Christkindlmarkt mission is to conduct educational and cultural activities in Germanic culture through lectures, storytelling, discussions, musical performances, cultural presentations, and an annual Christkindlmarkt festival, and in this manner providing instruction to the public on subjects that are useful to individuals and beneficial to the community, with the activities to be generally conducted […]

Weihnachtsmarkt

Cumberland Town Hall 11501 Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Weihnachtsmarkt (vie-noks-mart) is a fun-filled event for families that celebrate the holidays and Cumberland's German heritage.  This event is held from 11 AM-10 PM and provides food and family-oriented entertainment.   Visit with Santa, sip some hot cocoa or cider, enjoy crafts for kids in Old Town Cumberland, say hello to Santa and Mrs. Claus, […]

Free

Iran in Revolt Art Exhibition

Indianapolis Central Library 40 E St Clair St, Indianapolis, IN, United States

The Iranian artists in this exhibit are on a mission to share the devastating realities occurring in Iran. Come join us to learn more about the situation in Iran and meet some of the artists. The 2022 Uprising or Zan, Zendegi, Azadi (Woman, Life, Freedom) Movement has resulted in death, injuries, arrests, and torture of thousands […]

Free

Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra: An Evening with Sphinx

Arts for Lawrence's Theater at the Fort

The Performance   The Sphinx Organization is a social justice organization dedicated to transforming lives through the power of diversity in the arts. Focused on increasing representation of Black and Latinx artists in classical music and recognizing excellence, Sphinx programs serve beginner students to seasoned classical music professionals, as well as cultural entrepreneurs and administrators. […]

Free
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