The Weekender highlights free(ish) student-focused social events happening on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons and evenings. All students are welcome.
Ongoing
Free Bowling
- Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday
- 5:30 p.m. to midnight Friday; 1 p.m. to midnight Saturday; 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday
- Husker Bowling Center, inside the Nebraska East Union
UNL students enjoy free bowling + shoe rental w/ their NCard.
Details + Reserve a laneJanuary 16, 17, 18
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, January 16, 2026
Free Agent Basketball Night
Campus Recreation Center
Sign up on-site or online January 16th.
Leagues: Open, Men’s, Women’s
Entry Fee is FREE!
Details7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, January 16, 2026
Laser Tag and Glow Casino
Nebraska Union Room: Regency Suite + Centennial Room
One evening only! Enjoy two FREE indoor activities in a single location on campus. Gather your friends together for a BIG ENERGY night of fun. Up to $300 in prizes will be awarded.
With Classic Laser Tag, you enjoy exciting experience of a super fun game of tag – with phasers, interactive vests, obstacles and music – all in the dark glow of blacklight, AND with Glow Casino, you enjoy favorite casino games that glow in the dark! Play blackjack, roulette and the money wheel.
Free for UNL students only with Event Pass.
All activities are all-people inclusive, including physical disabilities.
Starts at 6:30 pm, January 16, 2026
Life in Lincoln: Rodizio Grill
Louise Pound Hall Room: Atrium (near Room 130)
Life in Lincoln is a series of select evenings for UNL students to gather and enjoy a nearby activity or tour to sample and learn about the local Lincoln culture, neighborhoods, and people.
Meet in Louise Pound Hall (near Room 130) at 6:30 p.m. and the group will depart together and walk to Rodizio Grill in the Haymarket District to enjoy light bites and socializing.
This event is FREE for UNL students - but limited to 50 persons.
RSVP to reserve your spot: https://go.unl.edu/rodizio
January 23, 24, 25
Starts at 5:30 pm, January 23, 2026
Free Throw and 3-Point Contest
Campus Recreation Center Room: Basketball Courts
3-Point Contest: Our staff will serve the role of rebounder and ball return as you progress through a shooting drill reminiscent of All-Star weekend: 25 shots from 5 different spots along the 3-point line.
Free Throw Contest: Our staff will administer each shot and record your overall final score. The highest scorer in each division will receive an Intramural Sports champion t-shirt.
Please arrive at Courts 7 & 8 by 5:30 pm to enter.
Entry Fee: FREE
Leagues: Open, Men’s, Women’s
10:30 am – 11:30 am, January 25, 2026
Yoga at the Sheldon
Sheldon Museum of Art
Sheldon Museum of Art and Campus Recreation are partnering to offer an hour-long yoga class, appropriate for all levels, at the museum. Yoga is a spiritual practice that connects the mind, body, and breath through physical postures (asanas). Breathing exercises and meditation take place to promote mindfulness and listening to the body.
DetailsJan 30, 31, Feb 1, 6
Starts at 6:30 pm, January 30, 2026
Life in Lincoln: Mana Games
Louise Pound Hall Room: Atrium (near Room 130)
Meet in Louise Pound Hall (near Room 130) at 6:30 p.m. and the group will depart together for Board Games at Mana Games Café in the Haymarket District.
Mana Games is a gaming café in the Haymarket’s historic Creamery Building featuring a huge library of board games, RPG manuals, and gaming accessories. You can grab a quick bite and a great cup of coffee while you connect with other gamers. Website: https://mana-games.com/
Game & entry fee will be covered.
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, January 30, 2026
Engage Lincoln: Transformation Thrift Store
Transformation Thrift Store
An opportunity for Husker students and RSOs to volunteer at a Lincoln-based nonprofit organization connected to address community needs.
Volunteers will have the opportunity to sort clothing items and distribute items to participants.
RSVP to volunteer: https://unl.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11929563
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, January 31, 2026
Engage Lincoln: People City Mission
PCM Help Center
An opportunity for Husker students and RSOs to volunteer at a Lincoln-based nonprofit organization connected to address community needs.
This volunteer opportunity will involve sorting clothes and distributing items.
RSVP to volunteer: https://unl.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11929577
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm, February 6, 2026
Campus Rec GLOW Skate
Breslow Ice Center
GLOW Skate Night at Breslow – Slide into the Weekend!
On select Friday evenings, UNL students lace up the skates and hit the ice for free with a valid NCard—no strings attached!
Exclusive to current UNL students and affiliates—just flash your NCard at the door and step right onto the ice. Bring a Guest for $5 at the door using a credit card of your choice.
Affordable Skate Rentals – Don’t own skates? Rent a pair for only $5 and join the fun.
February 12, 13, 14, 15
Starts at 7:00 pm, February 12, 2026
Cupid’s Mixer
Nebraska Union Room: Platte River Room
Ditch the dating apps and take a chance to organically discover new friends or possibly a date for Valentine’s Day.
Think speed dating - with a twist. In a fun and lively atmosphere, attendees will enjoy conversating with new individuals and possibly connect with a potential valentine or at least, make a friend or two.
FREE for all UNL students with Event Pass.
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm, February 12, 2026
Popcorn Pop-Up
Nebraska Union Room: The Crib
The best hour of the week! Every Thursday from 3 to 4 p.m. pop into The Crib for an afternoon social hour with 100s of other Huskers.
It’s free and every student, staff, and faculty is welcome.
Snack on fresh-popped popcorn straight from the kettle. Join in the game/activity while learning about campus organizations and departments. Mingle with friends and new acquaintances.
5:00 pm – 5:50 pm, February 13, 2026
Partner Yoga
Campus Recreation Center Room: Fitness Studio
Celebrate an appreciation for yourself and your buddy by attending this Partner Yoga class. All poses will be fun to try with a partner, so be sure to bring someone along to share the fun with.
$5 per person (included w/Semester GFit Pass)