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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Discover the shared history of over 20 Latino countries in this exhibit honoring the diverse heritage of one of the world’s most influential ethnic groups. Join us for our annual Latino Heritage Celebration on September 28 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Discover the rich cultural traditions of Ukraine in this immersive exhibit. Join us for the Ukrainian Independence Celebration on August 24 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Learn about the untouched traditions of Africa’s only uncolonized country; Ethiopia. Ring in the new year with us during the Enkutatash Celebration on September 9 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Indiana Latino Institute Brings FIREWORKS to Monument Circle for "Our Light, Nuestra Luz" Hispanic Heritage Celebration! Get ready for an electrifying night as we kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with the Indiana Latino Institute's signature event, "Our Light, Nuestra Luz," this Saturday, September 7th, from 6-9 PM at Monument Circle! This year, we're pulling out all the stops, and […]
Ring in the new year the way they do in Ethiopia with guest speakers, performances, new year’s cards, a parade, craft activities, food, and lots more in this family friendly event.
Join us for food, fun, music, networking, career opportunities and socializing with the most talented multi-cultural professionals in Central Indiana! An event years in the making, Soul, Salsa & Sushi has become the multi-cultural event of the year in Indianapolis; and continues to serve a diverse community of professionals! Conceived to further the continuing relationship […]
Come experience the City of Carmel's Chinese Mooncake Festival, this September 21.There is a dragon parade, traditional Chinese dancing and music and of course Chinese Mooncakes.Bring the whole family out to experience the culture and traditions of China in your own neighborhood. For more information, visit: Carmel Mooncake Festival Facebook
"The 27th annual Carmel International Arts Festival (CIAF) welcomes international dancing artists this year in addition to the physical representations of art from around the U.S. and the world that the festival has become known for. A Latvian Folk-dance Ensemble known as Lielupe will perform during the festival which takes place Sept. 28 and 29 in […]
View a collection of altars honoring the dead in this special community exhibit. Partake in a moving program surrounding the traditions associated with Day of the Dead during our celebration on November 2 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
The Carmel International Arts Festival (CIAF) is a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is Educating the Community Through the Arts. The festival’s mission is carried out through a 2-day festival the last weekend of September in the Arts and Design District of Carmel, Indiana. With the 2 main arteries going through Carmel closed, CIAF brings in over […]
Our annual Latino Heritage Celebration is a celebration of over 20 different Latino countries. Enjoy performances, activities, health fair, vendors, food, and more in this family friendly event.