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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.
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
HIGHLIGHTED FEATURES
- 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
- Earth Balloon - 20 ft. diameter balloon model of the earth that fits 20+ adults at one time! Learn about the geography of world cultures - MORE INFO
- 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
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 at www.familyevents.com 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 or Tracy Itzen at tracyitzen@familyevents.com or (317) 236-6515.
INFO LINKS:
FESTIVAL NEWS -- ENTERTAINMENT -- SCHOOL INFO -- NATIONALITIES COUNCIL OF INDIANA (NCI) -- CONTACT US -- SPONSORS -- 2007 PHOTO GALLERY
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