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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Taste the Difference Festival & Sister Cities Fest

Indy Global Village Welcome Center 4233 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, IN

The 15th Annual Taste the Difference Festival & Sister Cities Fest celebrates different cultures via food samplings from more than 30 restaurants, performances (dance, music, etc.) and exhibitors representing countries around the world. The event will be held at the Global Village Welcome Center - 4233 Lafayette Road, Indianapolis, IN 46254.

English Country Dancing

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

No pre-registration required for this program. Pay upon entry. Join host Barry Levitt and dance caller Alice Smith-Goeke for a lively evening of dancing for all skill levels. English Country Dance is a form of social folk dance which originated in Renaissance England, and was popular until the early 19th century in parts of Europe, […]

$1 – $5

Amigos’ 2022 Richmond International Arts Festival

47 North 6th Street 801 National Road W. - Drawer 17, Richmond, IN, United States

Free Community Family Event celebrating Amigos' work in the Richmond, IN Community for the last 23 years! Our event will feature: International Food Trucks, Beer and Wine (Please drink responsibly), International live music and dancing, Local Artists and Artisans, Kids activities, and Local Organizations! Thank you to our sponsors: Presenting Sponsor- First Bank Richmond US […]

Indiana Sister Cities International Symposium

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

Join us for the 2022 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. Registration- Registration is $20.00 for adults and $5.00 for students Format- In-person in full […]

2022 French Market

St. Joan of Arc Church 4217 Central Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, United States

The St. Joan of Arc FRENCH MARKET is a one-day, free-admission outdoor festival featuring authentic French dishes prepared on-site, French wine, live music all day, an artisan craft fair, a raffle, a children’s area and Mass said in the 100 year-old church at 5:30.  The FRENCH MARKET responsibly celebrates the feast day of Saint Joan […]

Dakhabrakha

The Cabaret 924 N Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Dakhabrakha Part of the Christel DeHaan International Series Producing sponsors: Karen & Clay Barnes Supporting sponsors: Deborah & Doug Balogh   DakhaBrakha is a world-music sensation from Kyiv, Ukraine. They recently kicked off a U.S. tour just weeks after Russia invaded their country. The quartet's name means "give/take" in old Ukrainian — and that's exactly what they do. […]

FALU Live

The District Theatre 627 Massachusetts Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, United States

FALU: An entertaining, educational, and fun journey through the rich history of the music of India. Falu (aka Falguni Shah) and her band will reach deep into the treasure chest of Indian classical, semi-classical, and folk music and, of course, Bollywood! They will also feature songs that pay tribute to the year-long celebration of India’s […]

FIESTA Indianapolis 2022

Richard G. Lugar Plaza 200 E. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN, United States

Since 1980, La Plaza's FIESTA Indianapolis has been the premier celebration of Latinx culture in Indiana, bringing together a vibrant and diverse community and enhancing the cultural fabric of Indianapolis. JOIN US with your family to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. FIESTA Indianapolis is a free, family-friendly event to enjoy with a full day of […]

Global Fest

4550 Central Avenue 4550 Central Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, United States

Think global and fest local at Global Fest 2022 presented by Good Living Indy. Join us to share traditions, honor heritage and learn about cultures through food, music, art and play. FEATURING LATINO Music by Grupo Bembé • JAPAN Katsumi’s Teaching Kitchen, LIC • INDIA Bollywood Beats • PERU Mambos Cheesesteak Grill • CHINA Indianapolis Chinese Performing […]

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