AI events in Spain

⌖ Barcelona · Alice Secret Garden

Hosted by AI Engineers Barcelona

Build alongside Barcelona’s AI engineering community at this weekly, in-person meetup for people actively coding AI products and projects. Taking place on Monday, 26 October 2026, from 7:00–10:00 PM CET, the session is hosted by Daniel at Alice Secret Garden, Carrer de Pau Claris 90, in Barcelona. Bring your laptop and a project you are working on. The format centres on sharing your progress, seeing what other attendees are building and meeting fellow practitioners. It is best suited to: - Engineers coding AI projects - Technical founders building AI products - Researchers working hands-on with AI This is a practical community meetup rather than a published programme of talks; no formal agenda or speaker line-up has been announced. The group meets every Monday, with recurring sessions currently listed until 4 October 2027. On arrival, walk through the main entrance and continue straight to the garden at the back. The meetup’s seating location changes weekly, so ask staff where the AI Engineers group is seated. Learn more through the AI Engineers Community website, follow the community on LinkedIn, or apply to its developers-only WhatsApp community. Register for AI Engineers Barcelona

⌖ Barcelona · Barcelona, Spain

Hosted by Claude Community Events

Explore Claude, build practical AI projects and meet women in tech over coffee in Barcelona on 24 October 2026. This relaxed, hands-on morning is designed for anyone opening Claude for the first time as well as existing users who want to go deeper. Bring your laptop, a project or task you would like to improve, and plenty of questions. You’ll have room to experiment, exchange ideas and work towards something you can use beyond the meetup. Who it’s for The event centres women in tech and welcomes people who want to build alongside them, including: - Developers and designers - Product leaders and founders - Data professionals and researchers - Operators and anyone curious about practical AI The meetup runs 10:00am–1:00pm GMT+2 on Saturday 24 October in Barcelona. Expect an informal mix of building, conversation, coffee and networking rather than a published talk agenda. Your host is Fernanda Grace Lins, a Claude Ambassador and global growth and partnerships leader with experience across AI, cybersecurity, SaaS, proptech and international markets. The event is presented by Claude Community Events. The event is currently full, but you can join the waitlist. The exact address is shared with registered attendees. Join the event waitlist.

⌖ Madrid · Talent Garden Madrid

Hosted by PontIA

PontIA Connect brings AI talks, a live generative AI demonstration and industry networking to Talent Garden Madrid on 23 October 2026, from 4pm to 9pm. Designed to connect current AI developments with practical business applications, this five-hour, in-person event offers an opportunity to understand how artificial intelligence works, discover innovations shaping the sector and meet professionals involved in the technology’s future. It is organised by PontIA and takes place at Talent Garden Madrid, Calle de Juan de Mariana 15, in Madrid. What to expect Doors open at 3:30pm, giving attendees time to register, collect their accreditation and explore the networking area before the main programme begins. The early access period also includes talent stands, where attendees can meet companies looking for data specialists. At 4pm, PontIA CEO Jesús Garrido will open the event with an introduction to the day and a roadmap for the real-world application of AI across today’s business landscape. A featured session follows at 4:15pm: “Does artificial intelligence think? Live Tokenizer demonstration”, led by Carlos Moreno, Head of AI at BBVA. This practical talk will demystify generative AI and examine why language models operate through statistics and probability rather than human-style reasoning. Attendees will see how these systems: - Divide written language into tokens - Transform text into numerical representations - Predict the next word from its surrounding context - Change their responses when model settings are adjusted Using OpenAI’s Tokenizer in a live, on-screen demonstration, Moreno will show how a machine processes language. He will also adjust parameters such as model temperature in real time, illustrating how these controls can affect the creativity of generated responses. Who it is for PontIA Connect is relevant to people who want to keep up with AI trends and understand their application in business, as well as professionals interested in data, generative AI and the wider technology sector. Its combination of an accessible technical explanation, practical demonstration, company stands and networking creates value for both those exploring AI concepts and those seeking new industry connections.… Register for this event

⌖ Barcelona · L'illa Auditorium

Hosted by CIDAI / Eurecat

AI Congress Barcelona 2026 brings AI and business together at L’illa Auditorium in Barcelona, from 20–22 October 2026. The three-day, English-language conference offers an opportunity to explore artificial intelligence through a business-focused lens while connecting with Catalonia’s wider AI ecosystem. Catalonia’s leading AI and business conference Now entering its 12th edition, AI Congress Barcelona is organised by Eurecat and CIDAI as part of the Catalan government’s AI strategy. Its established place in the regional technology calendar makes it particularly relevant for people who want to understand how AI intersects with business, innovation and the development of Catalonia’s AI landscape. The congress takes place entirely on site at L’illa Auditorium, giving attendees three days in a dedicated conference environment rather than an online or hybrid experience. Although the published event information does not yet identify individual speakers or provide a session-by-session agenda, its central theme is clear: the role of AI in business. Who should attend? The event is suited to professionals and organisations interested in the practical and strategic implications of artificial intelligence, including: - Business leaders and decision-makers following AI developments - Innovation, digital transformation and technology teams - AI practitioners, researchers and ecosystem participants - Founders and product professionals exploring business applications of AI - Public- and private-sector stakeholders interested in Catalonia’s AI strategy No specific experience level or technical prerequisite is stated. As a conference rather than a workshop, it should appeal most to attendees looking for business context, sector insight and in-person industry connections. The English-language format also makes the programme accessible to an international audience visiting Barcelona. Essential information - Dates: 20–22 October 2026 - Venue: L’illa Auditorium - City: Barcelona, Spain - Format: On-site conference - Language: English - Organiser: CIDAI / Eurecat… Register for this event

⌖ Madrid · Calle Alcala 95

Build technology solutions to tackle world hunger at BCG Platinion’s free, two-day hackathon in Madrid on 16–17 October 2026. This in-person hackathon gives participants the opportunity to spend two focused days developing bold, meaningful solutions to one of the world’s most pressing challenges. Rather than working on a purely theoretical brief, you’ll build around the real-world issue of global hunger alongside BCG Platinion consultants and technology experts. Who should apply? The hackathon is designed for people who want to combine technology, problem-solving and social impact. BCG Platinion specifically welcomes: - IT Architects - AI Architects - Software developers - People with a strong passion for technology - Those interested in the intersection of consulting and tech The event page does not specify a required experience level, making the opportunity relevant to established technical professionals as well as passionate technologists interested in exploring consulting-led problem-solving. This application link is specifically for applicants based in Madrid. What to expect Across the two-day format, participants will work on creating practical technology solutions focused on world hunger. The collaborative setting offers a chance to build alongside BCG Platinion’s consultants and tech experts, learn how other technology-minded participants approach a complex global problem, and apply your skills to work intended to have genuine meaning. The event takes place at Calle Alcalá 95, 28003 Madrid, running from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on 16 and 17 October 2026 in the Europe/Madrid time zone. Participation is completely free, and BCG Platinion states that all event-related expenses will be covered. Applicants must submit both a resume and motivation letter by Sunday, 13 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. The registration process requires candidates to sign in and upload their resume or CV. For further details about the programme and application process, read the BCG Platinion Hackathon information and FAQs. Apply for the BCG Platinion Hackathon 2026

⌖ Barcelona · ICON HOTEL

Hosted by Barcelona Techies 2

Meet Barcelona’s founders, engineers, researchers and creatives at a curated rooftop afterwork featuring AI and startup lightning talks. Hosted by Metapilot Academy for Barcelona Techies 2, this weekly networking event brings together ambitious local and international professionals working across technology, science and art. It takes place on Thursday 15 October 2026, from 19:00 to 22:00 CEST, at ICON HOTEL, C/ de Roger de Llúria, 21, Barcelona. What to expect - 19:30 gathering: collect a drink from reception before heading to the rooftop; drinks are available from the hotel’s menu. - Community lightning talks: short, spontaneous presentations covering AI breakthroughs, startups, art-tech collaborations and personal stories. No named speakers or fixed talk agenda have been published. - Open networking: small-group conversations designed to encourage idea-sharing and potential collaborations. The organisers describe the community as highly curated, with founders, engineers, scientists, creatives and leaders among its attendees. The event is aimed at everyone from researchers and digital nomads to startup founders, artists and technology professionals. Rather than a loud social mixer, the emphasis is on thoughtful conversation and professional connection. Tickets are issued separately through Luma. You can also follow Metapilot Academy on Instagram for community updates. View the event and register