Upstate International Month
March is Fun on a Global Scale
Upstate International Month (UIM) is here! Celebrate with us by participating in our exciting events and supporting local community initiatives that promote culture, language, and global connections. Join the movement and be part of something bigger!
Kickoff the Ringing of Bells
March 1st, 2025
Cultural Relevant Food Drive
March 1st – 31st, 2025
Multilingual Kid Book Drive
February, March, April 1st -30th, 2025
International Day: Swamp Rabbits
March 23rd, 2025
Book Talk with Dr. Akan Malici
March 27th, 2025
Play, Laugh, & Connect: An Upstate International Members’ Celebration
March 31st, 2025 (Postponed to May 29th, 2025)
"When we seek the best in others, we somehow bring out the best in ourselves." – William Arthur Ward
A Multi-County Collaboration
Of Organizations, Partners, and Communities
Welcoming, supporting, celebrating, and educating through a variety of internationally themed events, Upstate International Month promotes our rich cultural diversity, heritage, and global connections.
Since it began in 2013, we’ve had over 100 internationally themed events happening throughout the Upstate every March providing opportunities for hundreds upon hundreds of people to be introduced to a variety of cultural experiences. Upstate International is the catalyst that encourages, and the glue that holds together, all of the international events happening in March in an effort to educate and excite the public and celebrate the Upstate’s international diversity and connections.
Want to Be Part of the Fun? Here’s How!
View the colors of the world through costume, flags, traditional dance, and demonstrations. Hear the voices and music of distant countries. Taste the flavors of a whole new world through international cooking demonstrations, galas, and festivals. Learn about the customs and languages in our diverse Upstate.
Do you wish to share a tradition, cuisine, experience, or skill with the Upstate community? Host a UIM event! The only limitation, beyond that of your imagination, is that each event must have a cultural or international focus. If you would like to brainstorm or discuss your ideas, please contact us at Tracie@upstateinternational.org or call 864-631-2188.
All of our sponsorship levels are designed to not only help us celebrate the cultures of the Upstate, but also to recognize and promote the individuals and businesses that contribute to it. Sponsorships are available on multiple levels and packages can be adjusted depending on the goals of your business or organization. Contract [email protected] to discuss options.
Celebrating the Upstate's International Diversity
Get involved in a multi-cultural celebration!
Thanks to over 50 event hosts, we have been able to offer everything from international coffee and cuisine tastings, to art showcases, to insightful lectures on global issues.
Show your support for Upstate International Month by attending an international or cultural event and sharing your experience on social media using #UpstateInternationalMonth! You can also celebrate by hosting your own cultural event or simply spreading the word—every conversation helps build a more connected and globally engaged community!
Explore & Celebrate: Join These Global Events!
Check back soon for upcoming events.
Community in Celebration: Organizations Supporting Upstate International Month
