Hailing from our French Sister City of Amiens, DJ Jos of Prolifik is coming to Tulsa to perform, teach, and share culture during an exciting week of events!

FREE EVENT! For the first time, Tulsa is joining Films on the Green, the outdoor French film festival. 9/26. 6:30pm. QuikTrip Great Lawn at Gathering Place.

In the September 2026 issue of TulsaPeople, writer Julie Wenger Watson spotlighted TGA’s 50th anniversary and its fourth “Best Overall Program” honor from Sister Cities International.

TGA welcomed six Ukrainian first responders for an IVLP exchange exploring how Oklahoma prepares for and responds to disasters. Their visit included meetings with Tulsa’s emergency professionals, meteorologists, medical leaders, and agricultural officials—along with meaningful hospitality from the local Ukrainian community—building a powerful connection around shared resilience and public safety.

Celebrate 918 Day and the start of Hispanic Heritage Month with FREE admission to Tulsa Botanic Garden! 9/18-9/20. 10am-5pm!

TGA hosted ten emerging German leaders through the U.S. State Department’s IVLP program, giving them a in-depth look at Tulsa’s industry, government, and community. Their visit included meetings with city and federal leaders, tours of major employers, cultural experiences, and home hospitality—showcasing how Tulsa builds international connections from the heartland.

Thanks to the Global Ties U.S. Dinner Diplomacy program, and a special grant from Marriott International, Tulsa Global Alliance hosted two wonderful evenings this summer that brought international professionals and Tulsans together to enjoy conversation, food, and friendship.

Join TGA at India Fest on 8/29/26 from 10am-4pm!

TGA friends and supporters – join us in welcoming 11 young leaders from Germany on Thursday, August 20th from 5:30-7:00pm at Marshall Brewing Company!

Enjoy meeting the visitors and networking with other internationally-minded Tulsans. Light appetizers will be provided, and drinks will be available for purchase. Come raise a global glass with us August 20th!

Tulsa Global Alliance welcomed five international entrepreneurs through the U.S. Department of State’s IVLP Freedom 250 Initiative, connecting them with Oklahoma business leaders, cultural experiences, and citizen diplomacy during a weeklong celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.

For the fourth time in our 50-year history, Tulsa Global Alliance was awarded “Best Overall Program” by Sister Cities International.

Our Sister City Film Series continues with “Solaris”! 8/18, 7pm at Circle Cinema!

Our own Bob Lieser highlights how Route 66 brings the world to Tulsa in this special Global Ties U.S. story celebrating 100 years of the Mother Road!

Garrett Gibson shares a recap of our special screening of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. This latest installment in our Sister City Film Series was presented in partnership with Circle Cinema in celebration of the Tulsa-Kaohsiung, Taiwan Sister City Partnership.

Thursday, July 2nd, 5:30-7:00pm

Join us as we welcome five entrepreneurs from Algeria, Nicaragua, Togo, Ukraine, and Vietnam through the U.S. Department of State International Visitor Leadership Program. The theme of their visit is “Freedom 250: Entrepreneurship in Local Communities.” We’ll be serving up hot dogs, vegetarian options, and classic American foods.

As the United States celebrates its 250th birthday in 2026, TGA is grateful to the Museum of Tulsa History for sharing their professional expertise and highlighting the history of Tulsa and the United States to recent groups of IVLP participants focused on energy and law enforcement.

Tulsa welcomed nine Mexican energy professionals through the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program, offering a close look at Tulsa’s energy sector and the community connections that make our exchanges meaningful.

TGA welcomed international police and judicial delegates to Tulsa this April, connecting them with Oklahoma justice leaders and local families to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and strengthen global ties through citizen diplomacy.

Tulsa Global Alliance friend and supporter Cecilia Wessinger returned to Taiwan to hand‑deliver a letter from Tulsa Mayor Nichols in celebration of the 45th anniversary of the Tulsa-Kaohsiung Sister City Partnership.

Our Sister City Film Series continues with “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon”! 5/26, 7pm at Circle Cinema!