About this Event
Feijoada - 2026 Indiana Partners of The Americas Feijoada
Experience Brazil in Indiana: Feijoada, Music, and Community
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating Brazilian culture, food, music, and community at our annual Feijoada Cultural Event, hosted in partnership with Fernando's Mexican and Brazilian Cuisine and benefiting Partners of the Americas – Indiana Chapter.
This is more than a meal.
It’s a cultural experience built around connection, warmth, and purpose.
Whether you’re Brazilian, a food lover, a curious explorer, or someone who simply enjoys meaningful community gatherings, this event invites you to slow down, share a table, and experience a tradition that brings people together.
What Is Feijoada?
At the heart of this event is feijoada, Brazil’s most iconic and beloved dish.
Feijoada is a slow-cooked black bean stew, traditionally prepared over many hours with a rich combination of pork and beef, resulting in deep, layered flavors that reflect patience, craftsmanship, and care. Historically, feijoada was meant to be shared, served in large pots, bringing families and communities together around the table.
Prepared by the team at Fernando’s Mexican and Brazilian Cuisine, this feijoada honors tradition while delivering a warm, satisfying experience that pairs perfectly with conversation, music, and laughter.
Drinks That Complete the Experience
No Brazilian gathering is complete without a toast.
Throughout the event, beer and authentic caipirinhas will be available for purchase. Made with cachaça, fresh lime, and sugar, the caipirinha is Brazil’s national cocktail, simple, refreshing, and unmistakably Brazilian.
Whether you choose a cold beer or a classic caipirinha, you’ll find the drinks perfectly suited to a relaxed afternoon of good food and great company.
Music & Cultural Elements
Adding to the atmosphere, the event will feature music and cultural elements inspired by Brazil’s vibrant rhythms and traditions.
The Atmosphere: Casual, Social, and Welcoming
This is intentionally not a formal fundraiser or a structured program.
Come as you are.
Bring friends.
Stay as long as you’d like.
You don’t need to know Brazilian culture to enjoy this event, just curiosity and an appetite for good food and good conversation.
Why This Event Matters
This feijoada supports the work of Partners of the Americas – Indiana Chapter, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building long-lasting partnerships between Indiana and communities across Latin America and the Caribbean, especially in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.
Through volunteer-driven programs, Partners of the Americas advances:
- Youth and education initiatives
- Workforce and professional development
- Environmental sustainability
- Civic engagement and cultural exchange
By attending this event, you’re not only enjoying a rich cultural experience but also helping to strengthen international relationships and community-based projects that create real, lasting impact.
Event Highlights at a Glance
- Traditional Brazilian feijoada (black beans, pork, and beef, slow-cooked)
- Beer and caipirinhas are available for purchase
- Casual, welcoming, community-driven atmosphere
- Supporting Partners of the Americas – Indiana Chapter
- Hosted at Fernando’s Mexican and Brazilian Cuisine
Come hungry.
Come curious.
Come ready to share a table.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
6320 Ferguson St, 6320 Ferguson Street, Indianapolis, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 311.29
