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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Global Leaders in Indiana

Online

Learn from global leaders in diverse sectors and from around the state about how their global skills have benefitted their organizations, careers, and their fellow Hoosiers for an audience of high school and college students. All registrants will receive a digital packet with more information about Indiana's global opportunities.

Free

Engaging Across Cultures Workshop

Online

The International Center's workshop 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 your fellow professionals and internationalists.

$125

Great Decisions: Brexit and the European Union

Online

About the Speaker John McCormick, PhD is Professor of Political Science at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis. His areas of interest include European Union politics, comparative politics, and environmental policy. He was educated at University College London and Indiana University, and is the author of multiple books and journal articles, including Comparative Government and Politics […]

Free – $30

Live Local Think Global

Online

Belonging begins with you! Join us for Immigrant Welcome Center’s annual event Live Local, Think Global to celebrate 15 years of creating a welcoming city and community for our immigrant and refugee neighbors. We are proud to partner with the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway to host Live Local Think Global on April 21, 2021, from […]

Free

Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Kick-off

virtual

Asian American Alliance Inc is inviting you to join us for Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month kick-off and Seat At The Table discussion on April 30th, 2021 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. The event will include a special message and proclamation by Governor Eric Holcomb and Mayor Joe Hogsett followed by a […]

Free

International Marketplace Coalition to Host International Holiday Celebration

Global Village Welcome Center 4233 Lafayette Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States

The International Marketplace Coalition is hosting a free event celebrating International Holidays at the Global Village Welcome Center on May 22, 2021 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM.  The event will celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Cruces de Mayo, and Flores de Mayo, and Santacruzan in partnership with local cultural organizations featuring food trucks, games, performances, […]

Free

Indiana Language Roadmap Community Showcase

Virtual Event

Learn about projects around the state that are supporting our multilingual and multicultural Indiana Hoosiers, network with others, and discuss how we can strengthen our globally connected communities. There will be presentations from great organizations such as the Immigrant Welcome Center, the Indianapolis Sister Cities Teachers and Student Outreach Committee, and the International Center. Network […]

Free

Bastille Day Celebration 2021

AUBERGE 175 South Main Street, Zionsville, IN, United States

The event will be held on Wednesday, July 14th, 2021 from 6 to 8 pm in the front patio area of the restaurant AUBERGE located in downtown Zionsville. First champagne toast and Hors-d'œuvres provided courtesy of the Alliance Francaise. There will be a cash bar available. This is a free event but donations are welcome!

Free

Indy Shorts International Film Festival

IndyFringe 719 East Saint Clair Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Indy Shorts International Film Festival organized by Heartland Film presents six days of celebrating short films from around the world. Indy Shorts has become a summer festival that celebrates the unique, creative and captivating art of short films in a wide range of categories including horror, comedy, documentary, narrative, animated, and more! Watch them online, […]

$49 – $169

Pierogi Fest®

Downtown 119th Street, Whiting, IN, United States

Taking place in Whiting, Indiana, Pierogi Fest® celebrates Eastern European food and culture with a wacky familial twist. Pierogi Fest® provides an annual opportunity for people to return to their roots, celebrate their heritage, and have a lot of fun. The incredible event draws more than 300,000 people from across the nation and the world. […]

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