At Speakeasy BCN, we go beyond delivering top-notch education
We have a really vibrant atmosphere at Speakeasy BCN, where you get much more than just a great education. As an integral part of our immersive learning program, we offer our students a dynamic activities lineup designed to truly connect them with Barcelona.
While many other schools repeat the same monthly cycle of on-site activities — like cooking classes, dance lessons, or standard city tours — we take the time to plan tailor-made outings with our students that go far beyond what they’d find on their own. From new gallery openings and cultural events to lesser-known authentic spots like neighborhood bars, cafés, and hiking trails, our goal is to help you experience the city as a local, not just a tourist.
Our dedicated Activities Coordinators are international locals who know what’s going on in the city. They curate opportunities that feel fresh, authentic, and exciting, so there’s always something new to discover. From social gatherings and sporty adventures to parties, excursions, and cultural events, there is something for everyone. They also take care of all the logistics and make sure every student feels comfortable joining in — so your only focus is to enjoy the experience, make lasting friendships, and keep practicing Spanish outside the classroom.
Below, you can watch some videos of our Speakeasy BCN excursions and activities in the Shorts section of our YouTube channel. Check out our channel for even more!
Mixing culture with social and exciting activities, there’s always something for everyone to enjoy
At Speakeasy BCN, our activities aren’t just a side note to your studies, they’re an essential part of your cultural immersion. Unlike many schools that rely on a fixed calendar of the same monthly activities, we go beyond the predictable tours and on-site events. Our team carefully curates a varied lineup every week so that you’re constantly discovering something new and authentic about Barcelona.
Get to know your classmates and mingle with locals over local tapas in hidden neighborhood bars, dance the night away at rooftop parties, or catch the thrill of an FC Barcelona match at Camp Nou. For active students, we organize bike tours, hiking trips, beach volleyball, and yoga in the park. Food lovers can dive into cooking workshops, vineyard visits, and markets off the tourist trail. If adventure calls, join us on catamaran cruises, art and gallery openings, or
We also love taking students further afield, weekend excursions by bus to Costa Brava, Sitges, Valencia, France, or Andorra give you the chance to explore even more.
Every activity is designed with our students in mind: fun, social, and rooted in the real culture of Barcelona. With Speakeasy BCN, your time outside the classroom is just as enriching as your time in it, making your learning experience truly unforgettable.
Upcoming events
Take a look at the next Speakeasy Events that we have planned for our students!
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7 January 2026 18:30La Vermu Bar
Free eventThis Wednesday, we are going to try the greatest Spanish apéritif - vermút rojo. It is common for Spanish people to have a glass of vermut before a big meal - they say it helps prepare the appetite and aid in digestion. Join us to drink vermút like locals, enjoy tapas, and the company of your classmates!
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9 January 2026 20:30The Old Irish Pub - La Rambla
Free eventThis Friday, we’re going to The Old Irish Pub, located in the heart of Barcelona on La Rambla, where we’ll enjoy an authentic Irish atmosphere, drinks, great music with live DJs, and a friendly international vibe. Join us to meet more Speakeasy students, socialize in a relaxed setting, and enjoy some classic Irish beers, cocktails, and tasty snacks. It’s the perfect chance to make new friends, practice your Spanish, and have a fun night out together — don’t miss it!
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17 January 2026 09:30Freixenet Cava Tour
€25Next Saturday, we will be visiting the winery where Cava Freixenet was born in 1914. It has since become a must-have celebratory drink for Catalan locals. During our visit, we will explore the art of crafting cava, tour the subterranean cava cellars that have been in use for over a century, and, of course, taste the cava!
Browse our full activities listings for a look at all our upcoming and past events.
Anything special you want to do or see in Barcelona?
If there’s something in particular that you’d like to see or do, just tell us and we will make sure you won’t miss anything. Get ready to make lots of friends from around the world with Speakeasy!
We make sure that our students have a great time, all the time, inside the classroom and out.
Speakeasy is an extraordinary language learning school. I have received is consistent energy, passion and commitment from my teachers to help me succeed at Spanish language learning. I would call out Profesora Ana Eva who has a style so inclusive and so committed to every person in the class, I am making progress with Ana and so is everybody else in my group. There is first class communication from the Admin team who keep me updated regularly. A learning experience I will never forget and the most important thing - I’m not forgetting the skill of a new language, because Speakeasy is helping me succeed.
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