Question 1

I just moved to Barcelona and don't know anyone. Where do I start?

Accepted Answer

Pick one low-pressure event this week and go twice; our Barcelona listings include 23 that suit newcomers. City nature walk: spotting urban wildlife in the old town — Meeting point: corner of Carrer de la Canuda and…, Wed 21 Oct, 17:00, free; Sardana dancing at Plaça de la Sagrada Família — Plaça de la Sagrada Família, Sun 25 Oct, 12:00, free; Science-fiction and fantasy book club — Centre Cívic El Coll - La Bruguera, Wed 18 Nov, 18:30, free. More: New in town guide: https://comealone.app/new-in/barcelona/ · Language cafés: https://speak.comealone.app/city/barcelona/ · Game nights: https://comealone.app/game-nights/barcelona/

Question 2

Are there free events in Barcelona this week I can go to alone?

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Barcelona has 10 free listings this week; these are the soonest and most varied. Guided experience: “Joan Miró. Circles” — Fundació Joan Miró, Wed 21 Oct, 16:00, free; City nature walk: spotting urban wildlife in the old town — Meeting point: corner of Carrer de la Canuda and…, Wed 21 Oct, 17:00, free; Electro Jam: dance jam with live music + documentary — Centre Cívic Sant Martí, Fri 23 Oct, 17:00, free; Crafts and trades fair in Creueta del Coll park — Parc de la Creueta del Coll, Sat 24 Oct, 11:00, free. More: Library nights: https://comealone.app/libraries/barcelona/ · Language cafés: https://speak.comealone.app/city/barcelona/

Question 3

Are there language cafés or conversation groups in Barcelona?

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You have 3 options in Barcelona, from drop-in conversation tables to weekly exchanges. The Friday Language Exchange — Friday; free; The Language Exchange Barcelona (Mon-Sat bar meetups) — Monday to Saturday, 19:00; Mon/Thu Space Cowboy; free. More: Language cafés in Barcelona: https://speak.comealone.app/city/barcelona/

Question 4

Where to play padel as a beginner in Barcelona?

Accepted Answer

Start at one of 4 clubs in Barcelona with beginner-friendly padel sessions. Indoor Padel Barcelona — padel americano; Fair Play Padel Club (Horizon Padel network) — padel americano; level: all levels, initiation to advanced; Bela Padel Center (Horizon Padel network) — padel americano; level: all levels, initiation to advanced. More: Padel & pickleball: https://comealone.app/padel-pickleball/barcelona/

Question 5

What to do on a rainy evening in Barcelona?

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Pick a talk, concert or club night under a roof; we list 6 such evenings in Barcelona over the next 14 days. Candle-lit night walk in Poblenou Cemetery — Cementiri de Poblenou — main entrance, Thu 22 Oct, 19:00; Author talk: Mariana Enriquez with Jorge Carrión — Biblioteca Sarrià – J. V. Foix, Mon 26 Oct, 18:30, free; Spanish dance performance: 'De tu libertad' by Marina Walpercin — Centre Cívic Sant Martí, Wed 28 Oct, 19:00, free. More: Library nights: https://comealone.app/libraries/barcelona/ · Game nights: https://comealone.app/game-nights/barcelona/

Question 6

Are there evening activities in Barcelona for people travelling alone?

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For company after dark, Barcelona offers 21 evening listings in our data. Safety varies by area, so ask your accommodation about local tips. Cooking workshop: original panellets for Castanyada — Aula Cuinem — Mercat del Ninot, Thu 22 Oct, 18:30; Candle-lit night walk in Poblenou Cemetery — Cementiri de Poblenou — main entrance, Thu 22 Oct, 19:00; Author talk: Mariana Enriquez with Jorge Carrión — Biblioteca Sarrià – J. V. Foix, Mon 26 Oct, 18:30, free; The Language Exchange Barcelona (Mon-Sat bar meetups) — Monday to Saturday, 19:00; Mon/Thu Space Cowboy; free; KLEFF board game community (Estació de França) — open table night; Wednesday, 19:00; free entry. More: Game nights: https://comealone.app/game-nights/barcelona/ · Language cafés: https://speak.comealone.app/city/barcelona/

Question 7

Weekend plans in Barcelona for one person?

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This weekend (24–25 Oct) we list 6 events in Barcelona, 6 free. Crafts and trades fair in Creueta del Coll park — Parc de la Creueta del Coll, Sat 24 Oct, 11:00, free; Walking tour: the old village of Sant Martí de Provençals — Meeting point: Centre Cívic Sant Martí, Sat 24 Oct, 11:00, free; Spooky vermouth jam: open acoustic music session — Ateneu La Bòbila de Porta, Sat 24 Oct, 12:00, free; Listening session and guided visit: “Nine Waves” photo exhibition — Centre Cívic Can Basté, Sat 24 Oct, 17:30, free.

Question 8

Are there game nights in Barcelona for people who come alone?

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Yes: 3 game nights, open tables or chess clubs in Barcelona appear in our data. KLEFF board game community (Estació de França) — open table night; Wednesday, 19:00; free entry; Board Games BCN - Wednesday night at Pasa Tapas — open table night; Wednesday, 20:00; not stated on group page. More: Game nights: https://comealone.app/game-nights/barcelona/

Question 9

Are there book clubs or reading groups in Barcelona?

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Yes: 3 book club or reading group events in Barcelona are in our listings. Science-fiction and fantasy book club — Centre Cívic El Coll - La Bruguera, Wed 18 Nov, 18:30, free; Silent reading party, then an open conversation — Centre Cívic Pere Pruna, Fri 20 Nov, 18:00, free; Book club: 'La teranyina' by Jaume Cabré — Casal de Barri Espai Putxet, Wed 25 Nov, 18:30, free. More: Book clubs: https://comealone.app/book-clubs/barcelona/

Question 10

Where can I go for a guided walk with other people in Barcelona?

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12 group walks or hikes in Barcelona are listed, most with a guide. City nature walk: spotting urban wildlife in the old town — Meeting point: corner of Carrer de la Canuda and…, Wed 21 Oct, 17:00, free; Candle-lit night walk in Poblenou Cemetery — Cementiri de Poblenou — main entrance, Thu 22 Oct, 19:00; Guided walk: the new Glòries park and its urban canopy — Meeting point: given on registration, Wed 28 Oct, 11:00, free; Urban nature walk in Torre Baró: viewpoints and biodiversity — Torre Baró — Castellví bus stop, Sat 7 Nov, 10:30, free. More: Walk & talk: https://comealone.app/walks/barcelona/

Question 11

Free library programmes in Barcelona: what is on?

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Barcelona libraries host 6 events in our listings (6 free), from talks to conversation groups. Author talk: Mariana Enriquez with Jorge Carrión — Biblioteca Sarrià – J. V. Foix, Mon 26 Oct, 18:30, free; Talk: philosopher Ana Carrasco Conde on conspiracy and fear — Biblioteca Sarrià – J. V. Foix, Tue 3 Nov, 18:30, free; Sound walk: close your eyes and listen to Gràcia — Plaça de Lesseps — Jaume Fuster library door, Mon 9 Nov, 16:30, free; Bibliotherapy workshop: books for heartbreak — Biblioteca Sofia Barat, Fri 20 Nov, 11:00, free. More: Library nights: https://comealone.app/libraries/barcelona/

Question 12

Is there live music in Barcelona that doesn't cost anything?

Accepted Answer

Free music is easy to find in Barcelona: we list 8 events. Electro Jam: dance jam with live music + documentary — Centre Cívic Sant Martí, Fri 23 Oct, 17:00, free; Spooky vermouth jam: open acoustic music session — Ateneu La Bòbila de Porta, Sat 24 Oct, 12:00, free; Dance performance at Barceloneta: 'Artefacto desposeídas' — Centre Cívic Barceloneta, Thu 12 Nov, 19:30, free; Double dance bill: 'Obsequio' + 'Tempo i tono' — Centre Cívic La Sedeta, Fri 13 Nov, 19:00, free.

Question 13

Where can I do a workshop or make something in Barcelona?

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7 workshops, repair sessions or classes are listed in Barcelona. Cooking workshop: original panellets for Castanyada — Aula Cuinem — Mercat del Ninot, Thu 22 Oct, 18:30; Crafts and trades fair in Creueta del Coll park — Parc de la Creueta del Coll, Sat 24 Oct, 11:00, free; Poetry workshop: beat the fear of the blank page — Centre Cívic Can Deu, Wed 4 Nov, 18:30, free; Bibliotherapy workshop: books for heartbreak — Biblioteca Sofia Barat, Fri 20 Nov, 11:00, free.

Question 14

Is there a pub quiz in Barcelona?

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Yes: we list 1 quiz or trivia night in Barcelona. QED Trivia Night at Pasa Tapas — pub quiz; Monday, doors 20:00, quiz 20:30; 4 EUR online, 6 EUR at door. More: Game nights: https://comealone.app/game-nights/barcelona/

Question 15

Where can I find a partner for padel or pickleball in Barcelona?

Accepted Answer

You don't need a partner at the 4 open-play or americano sessions we list in Barcelona. Indoor Padel Barcelona — padel americano; Fair Play Padel Club (Horizon Padel network) — padel americano; level: all levels, initiation to advanced; Bela Padel Center (Horizon Padel network) — padel americano; level: all levels, initiation to advanced. More: Padel & pickleball: https://comealone.app/padel-pickleball/barcelona/

Question 16

What cultural events are on in Barcelona?

Accepted Answer

22 cultural events are listed in Barcelona, 19 of them free. Guided experience: “Joan Miró. Circles” — Fundació Joan Miró, Wed 21 Oct, 16:00, free; Candle-lit night walk in Poblenou Cemetery — Cementiri de Poblenou — main entrance, Thu 22 Oct, 19:00; Listening session and guided visit: “Nine Waves” photo exhibition — Centre Cívic Can Basté, Sat 24 Oct, 17:30, free; AMAFEST: African and Afro-descendant culture festival — Fàbrica de Creació Ateneu Popular 9 Barris, Sat 24 Oct, 18:30, free.

Question 17

Where can I hear jazz, folk or a jam session in Barcelona?

Accepted Answer

We list 2 jam sessions and small gigs for Barcelona; they suit solo visitors because you just listen. Spooky vermouth jam: open acoustic music session — Ateneu La Bòbila de Porta, Sat 24 Oct, 12:00, free; Free jazz concert: Benjamín León Trio, Hammond organ standards — Centre Cívic Navas, Thu 3 Dec, 19:00, free.

Question 18

What concerts are coming up in Barcelona?

Accepted Answer

Our Barcelona listings include 8 concerts and music evenings, with 3 in Oct. Electro Jam: dance jam with live music + documentary — Centre Cívic Sant Martí, Fri 23 Oct, 17:00, free; Spooky vermouth jam: open acoustic music session — Ateneu La Bòbila de Porta, Sat 24 Oct, 12:00, free; Dance performance at Barceloneta: 'Artefacto desposeídas' — Centre Cívic Barceloneta, Thu 12 Nov, 19:30, free; Double dance bill: 'Obsequio' + 'Tempo i tono' — Centre Cívic La Sedeta, Fri 13 Nov, 19:00, free.

Question 19

Are there talks or lectures in Barcelona I can go to alone?

Accepted Answer

Yes: 15 talks, courses and learning events in Barcelona are listed, 15 free. Author talk: Mariana Enriquez with Jorge Carrión — Biblioteca Sarrià – J. V. Foix, Mon 26 Oct, 18:30, free; Poetry workshop: beat the fear of the blank page — Centre Cívic Can Deu, Wed 4 Nov, 18:30, free; Meet the author: Rosa Sala presents 'A contracorrent' — Casal de Barri Bac de Roda, Fri 6 Nov, 19:00, free; Behind the scenes at a robotics research institute — Institut de Robòtica i Informàtica Industrial, Wed 11 Nov, 11:00, free.

Question 20

What outdoor activities are there in Barcelona?

Accepted Answer

10 outdoor events in Barcelona are listed, 10 free. City nature walk: spotting urban wildlife in the old town — Meeting point: corner of Carrer de la Canuda and…, Wed 21 Oct, 17:00, free; Walking tour: the old village of Sant Martí de Provençals — Meeting point: Centre Cívic Sant Martí, Sat 24 Oct, 11:00, free; Behind the scenes: Barcelona's most modern street-cleaning depot — Meeting point: announced the day before, Tue 27 Oct, 10:30, free; Guided walk: the new Glòries park and its urban canopy — Meeting point: given on registration, Wed 28 Oct, 11:00, free.

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