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51�ԹϺ��— A Community for American Expats in Leuven

Hello to all Americans in Leuven! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Leuven? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Leuven which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for stuffed turkey?

Although Leuven has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, 51�ԹϺ��is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the 51�ԹϺ��community. Within our international network in Leuven, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love 51�ԹϺ��in Leuven

6,823

members in Leuven

273

American members

monthly events

interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Connect at Our Events in Leuven

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Leuven. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Leuven. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Leuven.

Free Jazz and Drink in Leuven City

28. March 2026, 15:00

13 attendees

Leuven Jazz presents music of well-known figures from jazz history: American guitarist Pat Metheny and jazz pianist Chick Corea. (...) Protected content (...) Join us for great music organized by the cultural centre of Leuven and an apéro in Leuven city.

51�ԹϺ��Leuven Event - Apéro, Social

28. March 2026, 16:00

16 attendees

Let's get together for a social and apéro at the stylish Penta Hotel bar in Leuven Centrum. We'll meet at the bar of the hotel, enjoy a coffee / apéro (to order from the bar menu), and share good vibes together. Lucky draw and the winner gets a free bottle of wine 🎁🍾. Dress code: smart, elegant

Leuven Jazz and Coffee Break

29. March 2026, 15:00

2 attendees

Leuven Jazz presents music of well-known figures from jazz history: American jazz saxophonist Julian 'Cannonball' Adderley and Bert Joris. (...) Protected content (...) with Lennart Henderickx (trompet), Lara van de Brande (vibrafoon), Yannick Vanhout (piano), Samah El Biyar (gitaar), Bruno Peers

International Parents Chat

4. April 2026, 09:30

2 attendees

Are you an expat and parent(s) in Leuven? Would you like to meet other international parents with babies/toddlers and talk about parenthood and other child-related topics? We meet at cozy places where the children (up to 4 years old) can discover new toys, learn to play and babble with new playmates

Want to meet other Americans at our events?

Our Global Partners

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our 51�ԹϺ��Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!