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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Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre – Under the Big Top

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

Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre will present a pre-season concert with the popular production of Under the Big Top. Created by Artistic Director Gregory Hancock and inspired by the legendary traveling gypsy circus of Eastern Europe, the dancers, accompanied by Traditional Circus and Gypsy music, will entertain audiences as circus characters sharing their life stories draped […]

$37 – $47

Richmond International Food Festival

Jack Elstro Plaza 47 N 6th St, Richmond, IN, United States

The Richmond International Food Festival is an annual one-day event featuring kids' activities, food, live music, and artists from around the world to promote cultural understanding. The festival also highlights healthy living by incorporating Zumba, cycling, dancing and health check-ins by healthcare providers.  

Free

Indiana Sister Cities International Symposium

Riverside High School 3010 N White River Pkwy E Dr, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Join Indiana's premier statewide citizen diplomacy and international exchange conference at the 2021 Indiana Sister Cities Symposium to learn what other cities in Indiana are doing, share best practices, and meet new friends who share the same passion of being a “Citizen Diplomat” making the world a better place.

$5 – $25

Global Fest

Northwood Christian Church 4550 Central Ave, Indianapolis, IN

Think Global. Fest Local. We believe the best parties invite everyone. At Global Fest, we're on a mission to celebrate diversity and promote intercultural understanding through shared traditions, food, music, art and play. Join us September 18, noon - 10 p.m. at 4550 Central Avenue. Festival proceeds benefit Center for Inquiry 70. Globalfestindy.org

Free

Indy Eleven – World Comes to the Mike Night

Michael A. Carroll Stadium 1001 W New York St., Indianapolis, IN, United States

Purchase tickets to the September 18th match vs Louisville City FC at a discounted rate. It will be World Comes to the Mike Night where we celebrate the World's love of The Beautiful Game! Kickoff is 7:00pm at Michael A. Carroll Stadium on IUPUI's campus. Volunteer Opportunities: https://indyeleven.formstack.com/forms/sept18_flags?_kx=  

Free – $25

Indy Taco Fest, Taste of Mexico

3585 Commercial Dr. 3585 Commercial Dr., Indianapolis, IN, United States

More than 20 of the best authentic Mexican food vendors gathered in one place. Free admission and parking.

COVID-19 and The Impact on International Students

Zoom

This event is focused on international students and the issues they face due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It will feature 4 panelists who will all share their experiences and speak on the issues that continue to disadvantage international students.  The 4 panelists are Iswerya Ajay, Shazia Akhtar, Rendy Schrader, and Lesley Davis. This event is […]

International School of Indiana Job Fair

Taurel Building 4330 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis, IN, United States

Candidates from all professions who enjoy working with children and are interested in working as substitute teachers or in the child care department are encouraged to apply to the International School of Indiana. Submit a current resume to event-resumes@isind.org. Bring a hard copy of your resume to the event.

Hendricks County International Festival

Town of Plainfield 206 W Main St, Plainfield, IN

The Second Annual Plainfield International Festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 2, 2021. The Plainfield International Festival was created to introduce diverse cultures to members of our community, to support, encourage and increase awareness for the many cultures who live, work and reside here. On Saturday, October 5, 2019, Plainfield hosted the Inaugural Plainfield International […]

Free

Centennial Celebration of Papa Simon Kimbangu

Martin University Gathertorium 2186 North Sherman Drive, Indianapolis, United States

In 2021, the Kimbanguist Church is celebrating the Centennial of Papa Simon Kimbangu’s public ministry, which started on April 6, 1921 in Nkamba. He was arrested by the Belgian colonial authorities and sent over 2,000 kilometers away in prison. He died in 1951 after 30 years in prison. The Kimbanguist Church of the United States […]

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