Ticket Sales for NCI Gala Fundraiser & Queen Pageant NOW AVAILABLE
Tickets can be purchased by credit card (includes processing fees) through EVENTBRITE or checks can be mailed to our mailing address located at the bottom of this page. Club members attending our monthly meetings may pay by cash or check on June 11th or July 9th.
Looking for Sponsors
Multiple levels are available for sponsorship that include annual promotion and perks. Please contact us today if you would like to support international education, health initiatives, and diverse performers, culinary professionals, and cultural groups in Indiana! Message us now.
Queen Pageant Applications NOW OPENThis year we are hosting our annual NCI Fundraiser Gala and Queen Pageant in July! Clubs are encouraged to present one candidate to represent their organization for the next festival year. Ladies will be selected for Queen & Court to participate in parades and festivals for the 2025-26 reign to advocate for Indy's international scene and promote Nationalities Council of Indiana in the community.
Please visit our Queen Pageant page for more information. Pictured: Queen Thedie performing a tinikling dance during her talent piece for 2024's Queen Pageant. To request an appearance from 2024-25 NCI Queen Thedie at your next event, please visit our Request an Appearance page. |
New Meeting Dates & Location
We are happy to report a successful 2024 and look forward to changes this year for NCI- including a new venue for our monthly meetings
now held on the 2nd Wednesdays of each month from 6:30-8pm at the 86th Street MCL Cafeteria in their private meeting banquet room.
Dinner is not required, but if you would like to purchase a meal and dine with us, you are welcome to do so!
March 12 - April 9 - May 14 - June 11 - July 9 - August 13 - September 10 - October 8
MCL Cafeteria, 2370 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260
now held on the 2nd Wednesdays of each month from 6:30-8pm at the 86th Street MCL Cafeteria in their private meeting banquet room.
Dinner is not required, but if you would like to purchase a meal and dine with us, you are welcome to do so!
March 12 - April 9 - May 14 - June 11 - July 9 - August 13 - September 10 - October 8
MCL Cafeteria, 2370 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260
Welcome, New Board Members!
Our May 2025 Club Meeting voted in three new board members for the 2024-25 term to strengthen the support for local ethnic social clubs, performers, culinary professionals, and education in Indiana! We are thankful for their dedication to celebrate the beauty of diversity and community in our state. Welcome, Ehsan, Najia, and Ana to the NCI team!
Rebuilding Social MediaDue to access issues, we had to start a new Facebook page last year. We also recently started a page for our NCI Festival Queens and NCI Instagram. Please help us rebuild our following by liking our new pages and giving them a share. Your support is appreciated! #NCIfestivals
Facebook: @NCIfestivals Queen Facebook: @NCIqueens Instagram: @NCIfestivals |
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Members & SponsorshipsThe Indy International Festival
and the work of the Nationalities Council wouldn't be possible without the community's support. Please consider making a donation, joining club membership, or sponsoring an event! |
Upcoming Member Events Want an international experience but can't afford the travel? Join one of our members' events for unique, educational memories! |