The Grand Link Up: Networking Party | Celebrating One Year
✨ Dress Code: Red Carpet Aesthetic✨
We’re celebrating 1 year of connection at The Grand Link Up, and this anniversary deserves nothing less than a red carpet moment.
This is your chance to SHOW OFF:
💃🏾 Ladies — wear that dress you’ve been saving for a special occasion.
🤵🏾 Gents — take out that suit, the sharper the better.
This is the Biggest Networking Party for the Afro Diaspora in Spain — La fiesta de networking más grande de la diáspora africana en España.
ENGLISH
Join us in Barcelona on Saturday, October 4th, 2025 for the biggest celebration of Afro excellence and connection in Europe. The Grand Linkup is the ultimate gathering for Afro-Europeans, Afro-Latinos, Afro-Americans, all Afro-descendants and allies — featuring powerful panels, vibrant music, meaningful networking, and an all-night after party with HipHop, RnB, Throwbacks, Afrobeats, Amapiano & more.
ESPAÑOL
Únete a nosotrxs en Barcelona el sábado 4 de octubre de 2025 para la mayor celebración de la excelencia y conexión afro en Europa. The Grand Linkup reúne a afrodescendientes de toda Europa y sus aliadxs — con paneles inspiradores, música vibrante, networking significativo y una fiesta inolvidable hasta el amanecer.
What Is The Grand Linkup?
The Grand Linkup is African Society’s biggest event to date — a flagship celebration marking one year since the launch of The Linkup networking series in Barcelona.
This isn’t just a party. It’s a platform for the Afro diaspora to connect, grow, and thrive — through community-driven programming, culture, and unforgettable nightlife.
Perfect for:
Afro creatives & professionals
Diaspora entrepreneurs
Culture lovers & allies
Newcomers to Barcelona looking for a community
What to Expect at The Grand Linkup 2025
PART 1: PANELS & CONNECTION
Experience the power of community, storytelling, and shared experience in a curated bilingual space:
Bilingual panel discussions (English + Spanish) featuring Afro-European creators and changemakers
Speakers flying in from cities across Europe
Interactive networking games to break the ice
Vendor & art market featuring Black-owned brands, wellness creators, and collectives
LIVE PERFORMANCE
Enjoy a surprise live musical act that will bridge the day’s energy into the night’s celebration.
PART 2: THE CLOSING PARTY (Until 00:00)
Stay for the vibes — this is where the night takes off:
DJs from across Europe spinning Afrobeats, Amapiano, Dancehall, and Urban hits
Midnight surprises & performances
A curated dancefloor experience for the Afro diaspora and its allies
Vibes and community until sunrise
Why The Grand Linkup Matters
Over the past year, The Linkup has grown into a powerful ecosystem for Black professionals, creatives, and entrepreneurs in Barcelona and beyond.
This one-year anniversary event is our thank-you to the community — and a bold step forward in our mission to uplift and unite the African diaspora through culture, connection, and celebration.
Refund Policy
All ticket sales are final.
We do not offer refunds under any circumstances, including late arrival or no-show.
Please ensure you’re available on Saturday, October 4th, 2025 before purchasing your ticket.
Please note:
This event will be photographed and filmed for use on our Instagram and future promotional content — because let’s be honest… we look good 😌✨
By purchasing a ticket, you agree to appear in event media.
INFORMACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL
IMPORTANTE: ¡LEE BIEN LOS TIPOS DE ENTRADA Y SUS CONDICIONES!
Un solo lugar, dos fases.
Regla de capacidad (importante):
A las 00:00, solo podrán quedarse quienes tengan Full Day Access o After Party Only.
Si tienes únicamente un ticket de Link Up, deberás salir a medianoche.
¿Qué es The Grand Linkup?
African Society presenta The Grand Linkup — nuestro evento más grande hasta la fecha, celebrando un año desde el lanzamiento de The Linkup en Barcelona.
Esto no es solo una fiesta — es una plataforma donde la diáspora africana se conecta, crece y celebra. Es un espacio para profesionales, creativxs, emprendedorxs y amantes de la cultura afro.
Qué esperar en The Grand Linkup 2025
PRIMERA PARTE: PANEL Y CONEXIONES
Paneles bilingües (inglés + español) con speakers de distintas ciudades europeas
Dinámicas de networking para romper el hielo
Zona de marcas, arte y emprendimiento afro
ACTUACIÓN EN VIVO
Una artista sorpresa actuará en vivo para dar paso a la segunda mitad del evento.
CLOSING PARTY
DJs internacionales con Afrobeats, Amapiano, Dancehall y más
Sorpresas especiales a medianoche
Pista de baile hasta el amanecer
Un ambiente vibrante para conectar, celebrar y gozar
Por qué importa
The Linkup se ha convertido en un espacio clave para profesionales afrodescendientes y creativxs en Barcelona.
The Grand Linkup es nuestro agradecimiento — y una declaración: esto apenas comienza.
Política de Reembolso
Todas las ventas son finales.
No se ofrecen reembolsos bajo ninguna circunstancia, incluyendo llegadas tardías o ausencias.
Asegúrate de estar disponible el sábado 4 de octubre de 2025 antes de comprar tu entrada.
Importante:
Este evento será fotografiado y grabado para nuestro Instagram y futuros contenidos promocionales — porque seamos realistas… ¡nos vemos bien! 😌✨
Al comprar tu entrada, aceptas aparecer en el contenido del evento.