New in Barcelona – Meet People, Social Events & Expats

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About us

Are you new to the city or looking to expand your social circle? Join New in Barcelona, a vibrant community of over 11,000 internationals and locals, where making friends, exploring, and enjoying the best of Barcelona comes naturally.

- Check our Instagram: Click here

🌍 Why Join Us?

Meet amazing people from all walks of life.
Explore Barcelona’s hidden gems and iconic spots.
Experience a variety of activities tailored to your interests, including:
- Social gatherings and language exchanges.
- Cultural excursions and city adventures.
- Outdoor fun like hikes, beach volleyball, yoga, and more.
- Insightful discussions and networking opportunities.

Whether you’re here for a short stay or planning to call Barcelona home, we’re your go-to group for meaningful connections and unforgettable experiences.
💬 Connect Even More
We manage 500+ WhatsApp groups by activities, languages, and services, including help with finding jobs, housing, and more. Join one of our WhatsApp groups today: Click here to join.
✨ Let’s discover Barcelona together and create memories that will last a lifetime!
We can’t wait to meet you at our next event. 🎉

Visit our webpage at https://newinbarcelona.com/

Upcoming events

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🚴‍♂️ Operation: Bike Ride: Girona Metro to Premià de Mar Edition 😎
Fri, Apr 3 · 12:30 PM CEST
Metro Girona L4, Salida del Metro Girona L4. Exit of Girona Metro Station., Barcelona, ES
So this Sunday, we’re doing something brave, bold, and slightly questionable:
We’re hopping on our bikes at Girona metro and riding all the way to Premià de Mar. 🚴‍♀️🌊

📍 Meeting point: Metro Girona (outside)
🕐 Meeting time: 12:45 PM (yes, that means actually 12:30 - not “Spanish time” 13:00 😂)

What to expect:
💪 Mild exercise disguised as fun
🌞 Beautiful coastal views that make you forget how much your legs hurt
🍻 Occasional “hydration stops” (aka beer breaks)
🌊 And finally… the beach! Because every good adventure ends with sand in your shoes

Don’t worry — this isn’t the Tour de France.
It’s more like the Tour de “Let’s Not Die Going Uphill.” 😅
We’ll take it easy, have a good laugh, and pretend we’re super sporty for at least one day before returning to couch life.
So bring your bike, your sense of humor, and a touch of bravery.

💬 Summary for the lazy scrollers:

🚴‍♀️ Meet Saturday at 12:30 PM outside Metro Girona

🌊 Ride together to Premià de Mar

🍺 Reward yourself like a hero

Join the ride or stay home and forever wonder what it feels like to be a legend on two wheels. 😉

This is a free, non-paid social gathering organized by volunteers.

The event does not include any insurance coverage.

Each participant joins entirely at their own responsibility and is responsible for their own safety, health, and belongings.

By attending, you confirm that you are physically able to participate and that your bicycle is in good working condition.

The organizer is not responsible for accidents, injuries, losses, or damages that may occur during the activity.

📸 Photos & Videos

Photos and videos may be taken during the event for marketing and promotional purposes (Meetup, social media, website, WhatsApp groups, etc.).

By attending the event, you agree to appear in these images.

If you prefer not to be photographed, please inform the organizer at the beginning of the event.
2 attendees
Friday Language Exchange in Barcelona - Tandem
Fri, Apr 3 · 8:05 PM CEST
Dissidence Bar, Carrer Rauric 21, Barcelona, ES
Join us! Looking to improve your language skills while meeting amazing people? Join us every Friday night we are going to the Dissidence bar near Plaza real for a fun and social language exchange!

📍 Location: Dissidence bar in carrer Rauric
⏰ Time: 20:00 hrs
🔥 Keep the Fun Going!

✨ Important note for new members:

Sometimes Meetup shows just a few people “going” (2, 3, or 5), but in reality our events are much bigger! Why? Because we also bring together our huge international community from Facebook and more than 500 WhatsApp groups (by languages, hobbies, sports, activities, services, and more). So don’t worry — you won’t be sitting alone! We’re usually 10, 20, 30+ people every weekend 🎉

💬 Stay Updated!
Join our WhatsApp group to get event updates and connect with fellow attendees: Join Here

Don't miss out—come for the conversation, stay for the friendships! See you there! 🍻🎶

Friendly note:
Please support the venue by ordering at least one drink or something small during the event. The bar kindly provides the space and service for our meetups, and supporting them helps us continue organizing events there in the future. Thank you for your understanding and support!

📸 Smile… You’re in Our Marketing Now
We’ll be taking photos and videos during the event.
By attending, you accept that your face might appear on our Instagram, website, or in a future documentary about expat nightlife in Barcelona. 🎥🌍

📢 Want updates without notification spam?
Join our WhatsApp Channel — zero messages, just silent updates you can check whenever you want.
📲 WhatsApp Channel
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vaiwvyz7dmefK81Xnf2j
📸 Instagram Channel
https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbaZsrIPtG7jwUKC/

🌍 Join the New in Barcelona Community
Meetup is where we organise events.

But our full international community is on our website.
Create your free profile here:
👉 www.newinbarcelona.com
Inside you can:
• connect with other expats
• find roommates
• discover job opportunities
• join activity groups
• share photos and experiences
Already 100+ members inside.

⚠️ Important:
Some activities and community groups
are now organised directly inside our website.
If you're only on Meetup you might miss them.

🌍 Want to see what our events are REALLY like?
Sometimes Meetup only shows a few people attending… but the reality is very different. Our events usually bring together 20, 30, 50+ internationals and locals from all over the world.
The best way to see the real atmosphere, photos, videos, and spontaneous plans is on our Instagram.

📸 Follow us here:
👉 https://www.instagram.com/newinbarcelona
On Instagram you’ll find:
✨ Photos and videos from previous events
🍻 Behind-the-scenes moments
🌍 International people meeting and making friends
🏖️ Picnics, hikes, parties, language exchanges and more
📅 Extra activities that are sometimes not posted on Meetup

Many people tell us they joined their first event after seeing the Instagram stories, because they could see how friendly and fun the group is.
So if you want to know:
👀 Who usually comes
🎉 What the vibe is like
📍 What we do outside Meetup

Follow the Instagram and check the stories!
👉 https://www.instagram.com/newinbarcelona
And if you see yourself in one of the photos… come say hi at the next event! 😄

Friendly note:
Please support the venue by ordering at least one drink or something small during the event. The bar kindly provides the space and service for our meetups, and supporting them helps us continue organizing events there in the future. Thank you for your understanding and support!

📸 Smile… You’re in Our Marketing Now
We’ll be taking photos and videos during the event.
By attending, you accept that your face might appear on our Instagram, website, or in a future documentary about expat nightlife in Barcelona. 🎥🌍
1 attendee
Bimonthly Saturday Meetup in Barcelona (Big Meetup) April 2026
Sat, Apr 4 · 6:00 PM CEST
Sonora Sport Tavern, C/ de Pamplona, 96, Sant Martí, 08018 Barcelona,, Barcelona, ES
🎉 Get ready… Barcelona’s most dangerously fun international meetup is coming.

The bimonthly international meetup for April is happening soon, and if our past events are any indication… this might get a little wild.
Last February we had 139 internationals, and in Ocober we hit a record of 175 international people.

So realistically we’re expecting somewhere between 70 and 175 people again.
Basically: a small village of expats in one bar.
This is your chance to finally meet all those people from the 600 WhatsApp groups you joined but never spoke in. 😌

🔗 Event Links

Meetup:
https://www.meetup.com/new-in-barcelona/events/313646729
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1435539457924217/

💬 Join the Event WhatsApp Group

(Where announcements, memes, and mild chaos coexist peacefully)
https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IG3LTCLZBCEUVOkctvXz

🍷🍺 EARLY BIRD DRINK MADNESS

From 6 PM – 7 PM
🍺 First 50 beers → only 1€
Yes, 1€.
Yes, it’s real.
No, it’s not a typo.
👉 Make sure to click “Going” on Meetup or Facebook so we know you’re coming. Otherwise we might mysteriously forget to give you the discounts. 😌
After 7 PM, there’s still a 1€ discount on your next drink — but only if you’re wearing the legendary sticker we’ll give you.
Sticker = power.
Discounts valid until 00:00.

🐶👫🦜 Bring Everyone

Friends, roommates, partners, coworkers…
Your dog, parrot, emotional-support turtle, or that friend who just moved to Barcelona and doesn’t know anyone yet.
If it walks, flies, crawls, or occasionally breathes, it’s welcome.
The bigger the crowd, the better the night.

AND WAIT… THERE’S MORE

🎶 Live Music After Midnight
Because nothing says “international meetup” like people from 30 different countries singing the same song with completely different accents.
📍 Location
Sonora Tavern Bar
The place where friendships begin, stories are created, and questionable decisions are made.

📸 Smile… You’re in Our Marketing Now

We’ll be taking photos and videos during the event.
By attending, you accept that your face might appear on our Instagram, website, or in a future documentary about expat nightlife in Barcelona. 🎥🌍

📢 Want updates without notification spam?

Join our WhatsApp Channel — zero messages, just silent updates you can check whenever you want.
📲 WhatsApp Channel
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vaiwvyz7dmefK81Xnf2j
📸 Instagram Channel
https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbaZsrIPtG7jwUKC/

🎉 Final Instructions

Mark your calendar.
Cancel your boring plans.
Call your babysitter.
Feed your turtle.
See you there. 🍻🎉
98 attendees
Saturday language Exchange in Barcelona -Tandem
Sat, Apr 4 · 7:30 PM CEST
Charcha, Carrer d'Avinyȯ 24, Barcelona, ES
Looking to meet new people, practice languages, and enjoy a great evening in Barcelona? Join our Language Exchange every Saturday at Charcha Cultural near Plaza real

Follow us on Instagram!
https://www.instagram.com/newinbarcelona/

🗓️ When?
- Every Saturday
- 7:30 PM – 11:30 Pm after we head our way to another bar around!
🍹 What Happens?
- Meet friendly locals and internationals from our WhatsApp groups and beyond. (More than 500 Whatsapp groups by languages, services, hobbies, sports, activities, first steps, etc...)
- Practice your favorite languages in a relaxed and fun environment.
- After the exchange, we often head to another bar for drinks and socializing.
🎉 Why Join?
- Regular attendees and new faces every week.
- A welcoming and open atmosphere for all language levels.
- It’s a fantastic way to make friends and explore Barcelona’s vibrant nightlife.
✨ Important note for new members:

Sometimes Meetup shows just a few people “going” (2, 3, or 5), but in reality our events are much bigger! Why? Because we also bring together our huge international community from Facebook and more than 500 WhatsApp groups (by languages, hobbies, sports, activities, services, and more). So don’t worry — you won’t be sitting alone! We’re usually 15, 20, 30+ people every Saturday 🎉

🔗 Join the conversation on WhatsApp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FWz5YANnSlb2g0Z2eVWTsG

Come alone or bring friends—everyone is welcome! Let’s connect, chat, and have a great time together. See you this Saturday! 🌍✨

Join Our WhatsApp & Instagram Channels!
Get real-time updates on upcoming meetups, activities, and exclusive events—without the spam! You decide when to check in. Plus, participate in fun polls and help shape future gatherings.
📲 WhatsApp Channel:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vaiwvyz7dmefK81Xnf2j

📸 Instagram Channel:
https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbaZsrIPtG7jwUKC/
Want to know how our WhatsApp channel works? Read more here:

https://newinbarcelonablog.blogspot.com/2024/07/we-have-our-brand-new-whatsapp-channel.html
🚀 Join now and be part of Barcelona’s most vibrant international community! 🌍✨

🌍 Join the New in Barcelona Community
Meetup is where we organise events.

But our full international community is on our website.
Create your free profile here:
👉 www.newinbarcelona.com
Inside you can:
• connect with other expats
• find roommates
• discover job opportunities
• join activity groups
• share photos and experiences
Already 100+ members inside.

⚠️ Important:
Some activities and community groups
are now organised directly inside our website.
If you're only on Meetup you might miss them.

🌍 Want to see what our events are REALLY like?
Sometimes Meetup only shows a few people attending… but the reality is very different. Our events usually bring together 20, 30, 50+ internationals and locals from all over the world.
The best way to see the real atmosphere, photos, videos, and spontaneous plans is on our Instagram.
📸 Follow us here:
👉 https://www.instagram.com/newinbarcelona
On Instagram you’ll find:
✨ Photos and videos from previous events
🍻 Behind-the-scenes moments
🌍 International people meeting and making friends
🏖️ Picnics, hikes, parties, language exchanges and more
📅 Extra activities that are sometimes not posted on Meetup
Many people tell us they joined their first event after seeing the Instagram stories, because they could see how friendly and fun the group is.
So if you want to know:
👀 Who usually comes
🎉 What the vibe is like
📍 What we do outside Meetup
Follow the Instagram and check the stories!
👉 https://www.instagram.com/newinbarcelona
And if you see yourself in one of the photos… come say hi at the next event! 😄

Friendly note:
Please support the venue by ordering at least one drink or something small during the event. The bar kindly provides the space and service for our meetups, and supporting them helps us continue organizing events there in the future. Thank you for your understanding and support!

📸 Smile… You’re in Our Marketing Now
We’ll be taking photos and videos during the event.
By attending, you accept that your face might appear on our Instagram, website, or in a future documentary about expat nightlife in Barcelona. 🎥🌍
3 attendees