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Language Exchange Events in Barcelona 2026
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PADDLE SURF EXPERIENCE 🏄‍♂️🌊 + SATURDAY PARTY
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PADDLE SURF EXPERIENCE 🏄‍♂️🌊 + SATURDAY PARTY

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WhereSea You Paddle Surf School

🎟️ PADDLE SURF · 15€ · LIMITED SPOTS / PLAZAS LIMITADAS 👉 BUY YOUR TICKET · COMPRA TU ENTRADA 📅 Saturday September 5 · 15:30h · Barceloneta 🏄‍♂️ PADDLE SURF EXPERIENCE with BIS! Spend Saturday afternoon on the water in Barceloneta with an international group. No previous paddle surf experience is needed. 🎟️ Limited spots — Get your ticket now! 15€ (online payment) — paddle surf in Barceloneta normally costs 35-40€. → Pay here and reserve your board ⚠️ Spots are limited — reserve early. 📍 Where & When SEA YOU PADDLE SURF SCHOOL Passeig del Mare Nostrum 14, Barceloneta (next to Hotel W) 🕞 Saturday September 5 · 3:30 PM (15:30h) ✅ What's Included - Professional instructors from SEA YOU - All equipment included (board + paddle) - No experience needed — beginners welcome - Optional wetsuits available there - Secure lockers for everyone to keep your things safe - Just bring sunscreen and good vibes 😎 🌆 Continue Saturday with BIS 3:30 PM — Paddle Surf at Barceloneta 🏄‍♂️ 8:30 PM — MEGA SATURDAY PARTY at Bare Nostrum 🍸 (beer pong, pool and darts) → Saturday night at Bare Nostrum

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Tomorrow at 19:00

SUNDAY ROOFTOP VIBES ☀️ & JAMBOREE DISCO (FREE)

Arya Stadium Hotel 3 by Madanis

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Mon, Sep 7 at 19:00

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

La Pecera del Pool

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Mon, Sep 7 at 23:00

MOONDAY 🌙 International Party at COSTA BREVE

Costa Breve

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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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Full house, good drinks, and new conversations all night long.
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Small groups turn into big friendships fast at BIS events.

Upcoming Events

Friday 04 Sep

The biggest glitter party ✨ & happy hour + twenties disco (free)

📍 Sidecar Factory Club

🕑 20:00 (ended)
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⭐ Saturday 05 Sep

Paddle surf experience 🏄‍♂️🌊 + saturday party

📍 Sea You Paddle Surf School

🕑 15:30
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Saturday 05 Sep

PIRATE BOAT EXPERIENCE 🏴‍☠️⛵ Barcelona Coast + Tapa

📍 Moll de les Drassanes

🕑 17:00
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⭐ Saturday 05 Sep

The biggest boat party 🚤🌅 3h catamaran + dj & drinks

📍 Port Olímpic

🕑 17:15
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Saturday 05 Sep

Mega saturday party 🍸 | beer pong & games + free club entry 🍹

📍 Bare Nostrum Bar Cocteleria

🕑 20:30
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⭐ Sunday 06 Sep

International pool party 🌴💦 - sunday morning at seasea

📍 Sea Sea Club

🕑 11:00
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Sunday 06 Sep

Sunday rooftop vibes ☀️ & jamboree disco (free)

📍 Arya Stadium Hotel 3 by Madanis

🕑 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.
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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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