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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World Refugee Day 2018

The Catholic Center 1400 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Food, culture, coffee, tea, performances, music ALL from around the globe! Don't miss this time to celebrate and honor our brother and sister refugees. $20 donation suggested.

Asian Fest 2018

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

Experience the sights, sounds and tastes of Asia without leaving Indy!  The 2018 Asian Fest is on Sunday, June 24, 12-5 pm at the Indiana State Museum.  Burma takes the center stage this year as the featured country with special exhibits and displays.  Admission is FREE. Come join us and enjoy traditional music, dance, cultural […]

Meet, Mingle, Listen: An Evening with the IU Mandela Washington Fellows

Eskenazi Fine Arts Center 1401 Indiana Ave., Indianapolis, IN, United States

Please join us at this signature event to introduce Indiana University and the surrounding communities to the Mandela Washington Fellows. During the event, you'll have an opportunity to meet the 25 young leaders who are a part of the 2018 IU Fellowship Cohort. These inspiring individuals represent 20 African nations and are doing amazing work in […]

Bastille Day

Latvian Community Center 1008 W 64th St, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Bastille Day provides an opportunity for French and American families to celebrate France's national holiday in our state. Indiana has a large footprint of the French heritage and in the US. The event will feature live music, food, family-friendly games, picnics, champagne toasts, and more.

ICWA: Authentic Burmese Dining

Chin Brothers Restaurant 2318 E Stop 11 R, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Indiana Council on World Affairs members and guests will enjoy a pre-selected menu at the Chin Brothers Restaurant. We will be visiting one of the first Burmese businesses in the Indianapolis area. Burmese cuisine includes diverse ethnic dishes from various regions of what is now the country of Myanmar.

Cross-Cultural Picnic

Broad Ripple Park 1500 Broad Ripple Ave,, Indianapolis, IN

DWN will host a Cross-cultural picnic at Broad Ripple Park (most likely) with the intention of bringing people of all cultures together to make positive connections and share culture through food. There will be different ethnic foods, drinks, and desserts representing at least 10 different cultures for attendees to eat. The attendees will also participate […]

OPIC: A Seminar for Small Businesses Entering Emerging Markets

The Hyatt Regency 1 S Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, United States

This half-day seminar provides companies with information about the various products and services offered by the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC). OPIC helps small and mid-size businesses gain footholds in emerging market countries and expand their business overseas. OPIC provides financing options, political risk insurance, and support for private equity. During this seminar, you will […]

Marian University Multicultural Resource Fair

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

On Wednesday, August 22nd, Marian University will be hosting the first Multicultural Resource Fair on campus from 11am-1pm. This fair will aim to meet the following objectives: • Help students build a support network though shared identities at Marian University and in the Indianapolis area • Welcome/celebrate the diversity of the campus community • Connect […]

El Grito

Garfield Park Arts Center 2432 Conservatory Dr, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day by coming to Garfield Park for food, crafts and music. Enjoy a traditional celebration which includes the glorious “Grito” (shout) that Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla once used to garner support of the people to rise and take arms against their European oppressors, which signaled the beginning of Mexico’s war for Independence. […]

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