About us
**English Chat in Bologna (**Powered by Global Chatter) is Bolognaโs largest international community, bringing together locals and people from all over the world through free weekly events that celebrate languages, cultures, and human connection. What started as a small idea has grown into a landmark social movement in the city โ and beyond.
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๐ Every Wednesday โ Our Flagship Event
๐ Scuderie
Every Wednesday night, hundreds of people gather in the heart of Bologna for what has become the cityโs biggest recurring international meetup.
Our weekly format rotates between:
๐ Language Exchange
๐ค Karaoke Night
๐บ Just Dance
๐ฒ Board Games & Social Games
Itโs relaxed, welcoming, and designed so anyone can join โ whether you want to practice a language, meet new friends, or just enjoy a fun night out.
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๐ Monthly Community Parties โ Go Big
Once a month, we scale up with large community parties, making English chat in Bologna one of the largest international social gatherings in Europe:
๐ถ Live music & DJs
๐ Open mic & performances
๐น Food, drinks & themed nights
These events bring together our full community in one space โ vibrant, diverse, and unforgettable.
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๐ฏ Activities All Week Long
Beyond Wednesdays, our activity managers run additional meetups, including:
๐ Salsa & dance sessions
๐ Ping pong & foosball
๐ฅพ Hikes, walks & casual hangouts
Thereโs always something happening โ and always new people arriving.
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๐ Who We Are
Weโre students, professionals, creatives, expats, Erasmus students, digital nomads, and locals. Different backgrounds, cultures, and languages โ one shared space.
๐ Biggest international community in Bologna
๐ One of Europeโs largest weekly international social events
๐ Always free. Always inclusive. Always people-first.
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๐ธ Follow us on Instagram to see the energy, the people, and the moments that make Global Chatter what it is.
Come alone or with friends โ at Global Chatter, youโll never feel like a stranger.
Upcoming events
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English chat in Bologna: Language Exchange
Le Scuderie, piazza Verdi, Bologna, BO, ITGlobal Chatter: Language Exchange
๐ Every Wednesday
๐ Scuderie (piazza Giuseppe Verdi 2)
๐ 9:00 PM โ 12 AM
๐ฐ Entry: Free๐ Global Chatter โ Weekly Language Exchange! ๐
Join us every Wednesday for the Global Chatter Language Exchange, a vibrant international meetup with 100+ people and over 10 languages spoken!
๐ฃ๏ธFree name tag โ Easy to connect with fellow language enthusiasts
๐ฏ Language Lottery โ Pick a table by language and start chatting!
๐ถ Music, friends & great vibes โ The perfect mix for a memorable night๐น๏ธ Games Galore! Enjoy:
โค Foosball table
โค Ping pong
โค XXL Jenga
โค XXL Chess
โค Normal Chess
โค Beer PongWhether youโre a beginner or fluent, itโs the perfect place to practice languages, meet new people, and have fun.
See what our events look like on IG
84 attendeesEnglish chat in Bologna: Language Exchange
Le Scuderie, piazza Verdi, Bologna, BO, ITGlobal Chatter: Language Exchange
๐ Every Wednesday
๐ Scuderie (piazza Giuseppe Verdi 2)
๐ 9:00 PM โ 12 AM
๐ฐ Entry: Free๐ Global Chatter โ Weekly Language Exchange! ๐
Join us every Wednesday for the Global Chatter Language Exchange, a vibrant international meetup with 100+ people and over 10 languages spoken!
๐ฃ๏ธFree name tag โ Easy to connect with fellow language enthusiasts
๐ฏ Language Lottery โ Pick a table by language and start chatting!
๐ถ Music, friends & great vibes โ The perfect mix for a memorable night๐น๏ธ Games Galore! Enjoy:
โค Foosball table
โค Ping pong
โค XXL Jenga
โค XXL Chess
โค Normal Chess
โค Beer PongWhether youโre a beginner or fluent, itโs the perfect place to practice languages, meet new people, and have fun.
See what our events look like on IG
53 attendeesEnglish chat in Bologna: Language Exchange
Le Scuderie, piazza Verdi, Bologna, BO, ITGlobal Chatter: Language Exchange
๐ Every Wednesday
๐ Scuderie (piazza Giuseppe Verdi 2)
๐ 9:00 PM โ 12 AM
๐ฐ Entry: Free๐ Global Chatter โ Weekly Language Exchange! ๐
Join us every Wednesday for the Global Chatter Language Exchange, a vibrant international meetup with 100+ people and over 10 languages spoken!
๐ฃ๏ธFree name tag โ Easy to connect with fellow language enthusiasts
๐ฏ Language Lottery โ Pick a table by language and start chatting!
๐ถ Music, friends & great vibes โ The perfect mix for a memorable night๐น๏ธ Games Galore! Enjoy:
โค Foosball table
โค Ping pong
โค XXL Jenga
โค XXL Chess
โค Normal Chess
โค Beer PongWhether youโre a beginner or fluent, itโs the perfect place to practice languages, meet new people, and have fun.
See what our events look like on IG
66 attendees
English chat in Bologna: Language Exchange
Le Scuderie, piazza Verdi, Bologna, BO, ITGlobal Chatter x Polyglot Conference
Connect with Bolognaโs biggest international community after the conference!Join Global Chatter for a special evening where conference participants and Bolognaโs international community come together to share languages, meet new people, and make connections from all over the world.
Event Details:
๐ When: Wednesday, November 18th, from 7:00 PM, after the Polyglot Conference๐ Where: Scuderia, in the heart of Bolognaโs historic city centre (https://share.google/0pzUwbhwIGKDCMLr3)
What to Expect:
๐ฃ๏ธ Language Exchange: Practice languages, share stories, and meet people from different countries and backgrounds.
๐ฒ Free Board Games: Break the ice, have fun, and connect with other participants.
๐ค International Community: Discover Global Chatter, meet locals and internationals, and make new connections in Bologna.
๐ Taste Bologna: Want to discover authentic Bolognese cuisine? Scuderia is a great place to enjoy local food in the heart of the historic city centre. Youโll also have the opportunity to join us for dinner! (The registration link will be available soon)
Whether youโre attending the conference or living in Bologna, everyone is welcome. Come share your language, your culture, and your curiosity with us!
We canโt wait to meet you! ๐
Find out event on IG83 attendees
Past events
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