Events

Tamales are not just something to eat -- the harvesting, preparing and sharing of tamales is embedded in the history and culture of Mexico, on a family basis and on a community basis. The word "tamale" (meaning "wrapped food") originates from the Nahuatl language spoken by the Aztecs. This free festival of tamales will highlight […]

On World Refugee Day, we celebrate the courage and strength of refugee newcomers and the many gifts they bring to our communities. Join us for a Reggae Party to honor the day! DJ Andy Capps Deej  Zion Tulz and DJ Kyle Long will spin authentic reggae and global music that will have you dancing all night long. […]

Experience the sights, sounds and tastes of Asia without leaving Indy. Instead of flying 18 hours to travel to Asia, Hoosiers can experience the many dimensions of Asia in their own backyard. The 12th annual Asian Fest is Sunday, June 23rd, noon to 5pm at the Indiana State Museum in downtown Indianapolis. ADMISSION IS FREE. […]

Please join us at this signature event to introduce the Indiana University and 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 2019 IU Fellowship Cohort. These inspiring individuals represent 17 African nations, where they work as community organizers, […]

Radio Latina returns to host Indiana's biggest recurring Latin event. Enjoy a day of music, ethnic foods, crafts and fun. Familia Fest features music from chart-topping national and international recording artists, as well as regional and local talent.

The Immigrant Welcome Center, Catholic Charities Indianapolis Refugee and Immigrant Services, and the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will present information on the naturalization process. Joann Szotka, Community Services Officer for District 13 of USCIS, will present information and provide citizenship tool kits to help you know the: Requirements for becoming a Naturalized […]

Join us for family fun on July 13th from 3 pm to 10 pm to celebrate Bastille day, the French independence day! Free admission | Live entertainment | French gastronomy

Journey back in time for this once in a lifetime adults-only After Dark experience—Treasures of Ancient Greece. Then celebrate contemporary Greek culture in Take Me There®: Greece.

With technology as a top-of-mind subject among stakeholders, The International Center is pleased to partner with Cybertech Midwest, the region's largest cyber event. Cybertech Midwest will take place on July 24-25 at the Indiana Convention Center and will bring together international leaders and professionals in technology, media, and the cyber industry. Cybertech is the cyber […]

Indy Shorts International Film Festival, presented by Heartland Film and the organizers of the Heartland International Film Festival (HIFF), is an Academy Award®-qualifying fest dedicated to the art of short film! The largest short film festival in the Midwest, Indy Shorts showcases storytelling from around the world from July 25-28, 2019 in Indianapolis. Indy Shorts […]