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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2019 Indy International Festival

Indiana State Fairgrounds 1200 East 38th Street, Indianpolis, IN, United States

The 43rd Annual INDY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL is Central Indiana’s Largest and Oldest Pan-Ethnic Celebration! Hosted by the NATIONALITIES COUNCIL OF INDIANA, the INDY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL showcases Indiana’s ethnic diversity, celebrates our unique ethnic traditions, and encourages cultural exchange. WHERE: Elements Financial Blue Ribbon Pavilion, Indiana State Fairgrounds 1200 East 38th Street, Indianapolis IN 46205 WHEN: […]

$8 – $12

The U.S.-Japan Partnership in the 21st Century: Domestic & Foreign Policy Changes

Shreve Auditorium 355 N. Jordan Ave

WELCOMING REMARKS (1-1:10pm) Dean (Amb.)Lee Feinstein Hamilton Lugar School 21JPSI Director Adam Liff Hamilton Lugar School POLICY KEYNOTE (1:10-1:30pm) Ms. Andrea Richter VP, IEDC; (on behalf of Indiana State Secretary of Commerce, the Hon. Jim Schellinger) PANEL ONE FOREIGN POLICY CHALLENGES & US-JAPAN RELATIONS (1:35-2:45pm) Dr. Mireya Solis, Brookings Institution Dr. Michael Auslin, Hoover Institution […]

Presentation of French Legion of Honor

Indiana War Memorial 55 E Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN

Join the Consul General of France to the Midwest, Guillaume Lacroix, in bestowing two WWII veterans with the French Legion of Honor medal. The medal is the highest French order of merit for military and civil merits, and will be awarded to Daniel J. Mattingly of USS LST 212, Sicily - Normandy campaigns and Marvin […]

Free

Cultural Diversity Drum, Song and Dance Interactive Village

Butler University 4600 Sunset Ave, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Please join us at Butler University on Saturday, November 17th at 3:30 P.M... in Jordan Hall 141 at Butler University. Come prepared to share in the Joy, Peace and Love our willingness to enrich each other with our diverse cultural rhythms has created.

Free

International Education & Cultural Appreciation Week

Marian University 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States

From November 18-22, 2019, Marian University will host the 4th annual International Education & Cultural Appreciation Week (IECAW) program. As a joint initiative created by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, International Education Week is designed to promote international programming and initiatives to prepare Americans for global experiences and exchanges […]

Free

Naturalization Workshop

Southeast Community Services Center 901 Shelby St., Indianapolis, IN

Are you ready to become a citizen? The Immigrant Welcome Center's next Citizenship Workshop is taking place on November 23, 2019 at the Southeast Community Services Center building from 10 am to 2 pm. Registration is required prior to attendance. Please call 317-808-2326 or email help@immigrantwelcomecenter.org to RSVP. If you are interested in volunteering at […]

2019 Healing Friends Foundation Gala

Washington Township Community Park 435 Whipple Ln, Avon, IN

Proceeds will benefit Healing Friends Foundation's projects supporting families with AIDS orphans in Zimbabwe by poultry farming, vegetable gardening, and Low-Cost well drilling for access to clean water. Giving a gift of a meal to less privileged people is restoring hope.

$30

Engaging Across Cultures – 12/13

The International Center One Indiana Square, Indianapolis, IN, United States

The International Center’s workshops will prepare you to succeed in engaging across cultures – whether you’re a seasoned global professional or new to intercultural interactions. Gain valuable insight and perspective from guest speakers, experts and staff in an interactive and educational session alongside fellow participants. Learn more and register at: https://internationalcenter.org/workshops/

$125

Passport to Lunch Tour – Karachi Kabab & Grill

Karachi Kabab & Grill 4150 Lafayette Rd, Suite H, Indianapolis, IN

Experience some of the best cultural cuisines in the city when you attend a biweekly International Marketplace Lunch Tour. These meals provide guests an opportunity to eat delicious ethnic dishes, mingle with great company and explore the hidden gems our area has to offer. Savor delicious cuisine representing Pakistan and Afghanistan during the next International […]

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