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Language Exchange Events in Barcelona 2026

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MEET NEW PEOPLE & GAMES + CLUB SAUVAGE 🎧 (at Malacuna Hostel)

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MEET NEW PEOPLE & GAMES + CLUB SAUVAGE 🎧 (at Malacuna Hostel)

WhenToday at 18:45

WhereMALACUNA HOSTEL

Start your Friday night at Malacuna Hostel! 🎯 We meet every Friday at 18:45 at our partner Malacuna Hostel — a social hostel right in the Gothic Quarter (Carrer Unió 10-12). Enjoy their beautiful hall, meet travelers who just arrived in Barcelona, and play games with an international crowd. At 19:45 we walk together to Club Sauvage in Plaza Real for the biggest Friday DJ session in Barcelona 🎧 🎯 Games and icebreakers to get the conversation going 🍻 Drinks available at the hostel bar 🌍 International crowd — travelers + BIS community 🎧 Then Club Sauvage together — 5 min walk 📖 Read more about the partnership: BIS x Malacuna Hostel 📍 Malacuna Hostel — Carrer Unió 10-12, Barcelona (Gothic Quarter)

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Sun, Jun 28 at 19:00

SUNDAY ROOFTOP VIBES ☀️ & JAMBOREE DISCO (FREE)

Arya Stadium Hotel 3 by Madanis

Mon, Jun 29 at 19:00

Language Exchange & Board Games + Pool & Darts & JAMBOREE DISCO (FREE)

La Pecera del Pool

Tue, Jun 30 at 20:00

LANGUAGE EXCHANGE & SALSA-BACHATA ALL LEVELS + JAMBOREE DISCO (FREE)

Sabor Cubano de Gracia

Where Barcelona starts to feel like home

An easy way to meet people in Barcelona - language exchanges, dinners, trips, sports, and nights out, most days of the week. Come on your own or with friends, there is no pressure either way: by the end of one evening you'll already feel part of the community.

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The latest faces from BIS, captured in one of the latest events.

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The newest group photo from the latest BIS night out.

Three guests smiling together on the dance floor at a Barcelona International Social event

Fresh from tonight: happy faces, music, and great energy.

Guests chatting together during a Barcelona International Social night out

Full house, good drinks, and new conversations all night long.

A group of guests gathered around a table at a Barcelona International Social event

Small groups turn into big friendships fast at BIS events.

Upcoming Events

Thursday 25 Jun

Language exchange & karaoke + dj session + happy hour & jamboree disco...

📍 OGHAM

MEET NEW PEOPLE & GAMES + CLUB SAUVAGE 🎧 (at Malacuna Hostel)

📍 MALACUNA HOSTEL

🕑 18:45

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Friday 26 Jun

THE BIGGEST DJ SESSION PARTY 🎧 & HAPPY HOUR + La Fira (FREE)

📍 Club Sauvage - Live Music & Club Sessions

🕑 20:00

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⭐ Saturday 27 Jun

Paddle surf experience 🏄‍♂️🌊 + saturday d9

📍 Sea You Paddle Surf School

🕑 16:00

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⭐ Saturday 27 Jun

Hawaiian party 🌺🌴 saturday dj session 🎧 & free shot 🍹

📍 D9 ARIBAU

🕑 20:30

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Sunday 28 Jun

Sunday rooftop vibes ☀️ & jamboree disco (free)

📍 Arya Stadium Hotel 3 by Madanis

🕑 19:00

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Monday 29 Jun

Language Exchange & Board Games + Pool & Darts & JAMBOREE DISCO (FREE)

📍 La Pecera del Pool

🕑 19:00

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What BIS nights actually feel like

Barcelona International Social is for people who want Barcelona to feel fun and alive. We meet in the best places, with the best hosts, and make it easy to walk in by yourself and join the conversation.

Most weeks you will find language exchanges in English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, and more, plus dinners, brunches, running, paddle surf, hiking, and nights out.

Come for one plan, then choose the next one. A drink after work can turn into a Saturday trip, a dance class, or a table of people you already know next week.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are all events free of charge?

A: Most of them are! The ones that are not, it's for a good reason. In general we strive to make our events free to attend. Although as courtesy to the venues, we recommend getting a drink.

Q: What time should I arrive at an event?

A: Our events usually start at the scheduled time. That makes for the best experience. But feel free to join us whenever you can during the event.

Q: What languages can I speak?

A: There will always be people speaking English, Spanish, and even Catalan. It's quite likely there will also be people speaking Italian, French, German, and other languages who can help you practice any language of your choice.

Q: Do I need a certain language skill level to join a language exchange?

A: Not at all! Our language exchanges are designed for all language levels. You're more than welcome, whether you're a beginner or a fluent speaker!

Q: What are the benefits of the app?

A: Our app provides instant access to event details, exclusive benefits like the Barcelona Explorer Card, free drinks, and more.

Q: What kind of events can I expect?

A: We host a variety of events from language exchanges, parties, catamaran trips to cultural exploration activities. Our aim is to create an exciting and welcoming atmosphere for everyone!

Our Exclusive Locations

Welcome to the heart of Barcelona! With Barcelona International Social, you will experience the best bars and venues that the city has to offer.

From classy cocktail lounges to beachfront locations, we pick the city's coolest places to hold our language exchanges, parties, events, and catamaran outings.

Explore Barcelona's life at its most exciting venues and make the best memories with new friends from all over the world. Our interactive Google Maps feature in the app can show you exactly where each activity takes place!

Guests enjoying one of Barcelona International Social's nightlife locations

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MEET NEW PEOPLE & GAMES + CLUB SAUVAGE 🎧 (at Malacuna Hostel)

Calendar of events

SUNDAY ROOFTOP VIBES ☀️ & JAMBOREE DISCO (FREE)

Language Exchange & Board Games + Pool & Darts & JAMBOREE DISCO (FREE)

LANGUAGE EXCHANGE & SALSA-BACHATA ALL LEVELS + JAMBOREE DISCO (FREE)

Where Barcelona starts to feel like home

Latest Moments

Upcoming Events

What BIS nights actually feel like

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are all events free of charge?

Q: What time should I arrive at an event?

Q: What languages can I speak?

Q: Do I need a certain language skill level to join a language exchange?

Q: What are the benefits of the app?

Q: What kind of events can I expect?

Our Exclusive Locations

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