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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The International State of Indiana with Judy O’Bannon

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It's easy to think of Indiana as a state surrounded by the rest of the USA- Midwestern and homogeneous. But when we take a closer look at the men, women and children whose lives intertwine across these 92 counties, we discover we're all a part of a very diverse community. This is nothing new: since […]

Celebrating Our New Neighbors

Eagle Branch Library 3325 Lowry Rd, Indianapolis, IN, United States

"Celebrating Our New Neighbors" at Eagle Branch Library creates a common space and hosts activities to bring together long-time residents of and newcomers to the neighborhoods around the branch. During the months of September and November, the branch will host programs and standing displays that will highlight a different set of countries and culture. In […]

Live Local, Think Global

You're invited to the Immigrant Welcome Center's third annual fundraising event, Live Local, Think Global. The highlight of the evening is an engaging discussion between national and local immigration experts, but the event has even more to offer. Don't miss the delicious samples from local restaurants Ambrosia, Bosphorus Café, Jiallo's African-Caribbean Cuisine, Kimu, Santorini Greek Kitchen, and desserts from Heidelburg Haus […]

Serb Fest

A celebration of faith, food and heritage at St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church. The event will feature Serbian food and beer, wine, kids activities, live music and dancing.

2017 International Citizen of the Year

Indiana Roof Ballroom 140 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN, United States

The Board of Directors of The International Center have selected Pacers Sports & Entertainment as recipient of the 2017 International Citizen of the Year Award, which honors those who have made outstanding contributions to the globalization of Indiana. Pacers Sports & Entertainment, which encompasses the Indiana Pacers, Indiana Fever, the Fort Wayne Mad Ants, management of […]

El Grito: Mexican Independence Day Celebration

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. […]

East African Peace Concert/Festival

Pike High School Performing Arts Center 6701 Zionsville Rd, Indianapolis, IN, United States

This event will feature: - Performance by East African recording artist - Dance performances by PCFR youth (traditional east African) - Spoken word performances by PCFR youth and local spoken word artists - Available East African food - Vendor booths with clothes, jewelry, accessories, and textiles from East Africa For more information, visit: http://www.choosetoforgive.org/

$10

Indianapolis Chinese Festival

IUPUI Wood Plaza Indianapolis, IN, United States

The city of Indianapolis is hosting the seventh annual Indianapolis Chinese Festival downtown on September 23, 2017 at IUPUI's Wood Plaza. This festival is held during the month of Chinese Moon Festival, which is the second largest Chinese festival after Chinese New Year.  The Moon festival in China is a celebration of the harvest with family and […]

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Fall Asian Festival

Broadway United Methodist Church 609 East 29th Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Asian Help Services will host the 2017 Fall Asian Festival on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at Broadway Methodist Church. The goal of the festival is to provide information about Asian cultures and customs to help participants understand Asian people differently. Participants will gain knowledge about the richness of Asian Pacific cultures through specialty foods, musical […]

Taste the Difference Festival and Sister Cities Fest

New Wineskin Ministries 4501 West 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Taste the Difference Festival is continuing to help shrink the globe and is creating a village in Indianapolis. Last year, over 1,500 people joined in the festivities; whether tasting the foods of the world, stopping by cultural booths or visiting exhibitors and a free health fair. Carrying over from last year will be an arts […]

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