Food, games, discussion, and community for international students.
Join our welcoming community for international students, scholars, and refugees. Share a meal, play games, and engage in thoughtful discussions.
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See What a Global Friends Evening Feels Like
Dinner, games, conversation, and new friendships each week in welcoming homes around Omaha.
Explore Our GatheringsSummer 2026 Gatherings
Join Global Friends this semester for welcoming Friday and Saturday evening home groups in Omaha. We share meals, enjoy games, build cross-cultural friendships, and create space for meaningful conversation in a warm and relaxed setting.
Looking for Community in Omaha?
Global Friends meets most Friday and Saturday evenings during the semester. Our gatherings take place in welcoming homes around Omaha where we share dinner, play games, and enjoy thoughtful conversations.
International students, scholars, and refugees are always welcome. Come meet friends from around the world and enjoy a welcoming place to connect here in Omaha.
- Most Friday and Saturday evenings during the semester
- Dinner, games, new friendships, and meaningful discussion
- Follow Instagram @globalfriendsomaha for event updates and announcements
Most Friday and Saturday evenings during the semester
Weekly Gatherings
Meet international students and scholars throughout the week in welcoming homes around Omaha. Each gathering is a chance to share a meal, enjoy games, build friendships, and join meaningful discussion groups together.
Friday Home Group
Join us at Julie's house for dinner, games, music, and discussion groups. It is a great place to meet new friends and enjoy a welcoming Friday night together.
Learn MoreSaturday Home Group
Join us at Nathan's home for dinner, games, and discussion groups with friends. Saturday nights are a fun way to connect, relax, and enjoy time together.
Learn MoreSunday Home Group (Starting Fall 2026)
Join a student-led group for dinner, games, and discussion groups with friends. This new weekly gathering will begin in Fall 2026.
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Upcoming Events
Mark your calendar for a few of the special gatherings coming up this spring. From a picnic in the park to mini golf and a relaxed evening of dessert and conversation, these events are a great way to enjoy food, friendship, and time together.
View End of Year Picnic DetailsFriday, May 1st #PicnicEnd of Year Picnic
Join us at Elmwood Park from 6:30 to 8:30 pm for an end of year picnic with food, friends, and a relaxed evening outdoors as we celebrate the close of the semester together.
View Mini Golf & BBQ DetailsSaturday, May 16th #MiniGolfMini Golf & BBQ
Meet us at Putting Plus, 9216 Maple St, Omaha, NE 68134, at 6:00 pm for mini golf, barbecue, and a fun night with friends. It is an easy way to connect, laugh, and enjoy the evening together.
View Discussion DetailsSaturday, May 30th #TeaAndTalkDessert and Discussion
Tea and Talk will be held at Jeff & Pat James’ home at 6:30 pm. Come enjoy dessert, meaningful conversation, and a welcoming evening with friends in a comfortable home setting.
Stay Updated on Events
Follow @GlobalFriendsOmaha to see upcoming events, last-minute updates, and recent moments from Global Friends gatherings in Omaha.