2009 INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL brought to you by AAA Hoosier Motor Club

WHERE:	West Pavilion - Indiana State Fairgrounds Indianapolis, Indiana Get Directions
WHEN:	SCHOOL HOURS: Nov 19 ..... 10am - 2pm Nov 20 ..... 10am - 2pm GENERAL PUBLIC HOURS: Nov 20 ..... 2pm - 9pm Nov 21 ..... 10am - 9pm Nov 22 ..... Noon - 6pm
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WELCOME TO THE 2009 INDY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL!

November 19 - 22, 2009 - Indiana State Fairgrounds - West Pavilion

The annual INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL brought to you by AAA Hoosier Motor Club is central Indiana's largest and oldest pan-ethnic celebration! Hosted by the NATIONALITIES COUNCIL OF INDIANA, the event showcases Indiana's ethnic diversity, celebrates our unique ethnic traditions, and encourages cultural exchange.

SCHOOL DATES/HOURS:
Nov 19, 2009 ..... 10am - 2pm
Nov 20, 2009..... 10am - 2pm

GENERAL PUBLIC DATES/HOURS:
Nov 20, 2009 ..... 2pm - 9pm
Nov 21, 2009 ..... 10am - 9pm
Nov 22, 2009 ..... Noon - 6pm

NEW FEATURES THIS YEAR!

Meet Nickelodeon Jr.'s DORA THE EXPLORER Saturday & Sunday!
Arthur Murray International Dance Studio - learn the dances of the world from the pros at Arthur Murray all weekend!
Italian Street Painting - The floors of the Festival will be transformed into a color-splashed gallery of Italian Street art.
Umdabu Dance & Percussion Company - South African dance & percussion company (General Public viewing Sat. Nov. 21 @ 2pm only).
Giant NATIONAL GEORGRAPHIC Map of Africa - Measuring 26'x35', this giant map of Africa is a great tool to explore the continent with your students in a variety of unique ways! - MORE INFO

For more Festival News, click HERE

HIGHLIGHTED FEATURES

Kahn's Fine Wines & Spirits Beer & Wine Garden - Taste your way around the world thru beers & wines from across the globe!
Continuous ethnic music and dance by local and national performing groups
Authentic foods from over 20 local ethnic food vendors
Cultural Exhibits from 50+ ethnic groups hosted by volunteers in traditional dress where you can connect with your own ethnic heritage
Artisans demonstrating unique cultural crafts
Naturalization Ceremony welcoming over 175 new American citizens on Friday
International Marketplace offering gifts from around the world

INFORMATION FOR SCHOOLS
Special "School Days" Thursday and Friday, November 19 & 20 from 10AM - 2PM, allow students to learn about diversity and explore their own ethnic roots. Students travel the festival using Student Passports provided by the Nationalities Council and Eli Lilly Foundation. Advanced group prices are available for school groups through November, 13, 2009. More School Info HERE.

TICKETS
Adults $7.00 Advance;$9.00 At the door
Children (6-12) $6.00 Flat rate
Advance tickets available by clicking here, Marsh Supermarkets, Kahn's Fine Wines or show your AAA Hoosier Motor Club Membership card at the door and receive $2 off the adult ticket at the door.

VENDOR INFORMATION
To become a food, merchandise or culture group vendor, contact Yvonne Oomkes at yoomkes@familyevents.com

INFO LINKS:

ENTERTAINMENT -- SCHOOL INFO -- NATIONALITIES COUNCIL OF INDIANA (NCI) -- CONTACT US -- FESTIVAL NEWS -- SPONSORS -- PHOTO GALLERY

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