SAVE THE DATES:
Join us in Barcelona for the third edition of the epic writing fest for the journaling community! More than 12 hands-on workshops, 25+ speakers, and a gorgeous space a short walk from the beach.
The only thing our community is missing? YOU!
Welcome to the unique international festival of journaling happening in Barcelona!
Learn from the best. Find your tribe.
Big names, intense but fun program, deep inner work and great networking.
What to expect at Barcelona Journaling Festival ’26
Inspiring panels, deep-diving journaling workshops, meeting international authors and teachers, and new meaningful connections.
The festival will be happening on the weekend, November 7-8 at BAU, Spain’s most influential arts and design college. Two days jam-packed with the most inspiring talks and practical workshops will help you elevate your journaling practice — or discover what it is all about if you’re new to this! — and connect with like-minded people. If you’ve been to our first festival in 2024 and 2025, you will love the latest edition — more speakers, more topics, same amazing vibe!
Curious about how last year’s event went? Have a look here!
A weekend to enjoy, explore & WRITE AWAY
- Meet the world-famous journaling experts and learn from the best!
- Feel the transformational, healing power of the
writing practices: get rid of your blocks & reconnect with your creative self.
- Fall in love with guided journaling— even if you have never done it before!
- Learn how you can deepen your practice as a
healer / coach / therapist by incorporating
expressive writing and other therapeutical
journaling techniques.
Enjoy fun, sunny Barcelona and make new friends!
Presented by…
Barcelona Journaling Festival is proudly presented by two Barcelona-based journaling coaches, Marusha Mozolevskaya, founder of Girls Who Write platform and Naked Words journaling circle, and Oliver Mann, creator of Shadow Journaling, a council member of the International Association of Journal Writers, and a certified JTTS Instructor.
MARUSHA
Marusha is the visionary behind the BJF concept. A passionate journaler and writer herself, she first dreamt of a cozy industry event in Barcelona, which she’s happy to call home, and then – BOOM! – it grew into a festival. Marusha is also the founder of the Girls Who Write platform and the Naked Words journaling circle in Barcelona.
Find more about Marusha here. Got ideas? Chat with Marusha: m.mozolevskaya@gmail.com
OLIVER
Oliver is co-founder of the festival and someone who swears journaling has saved his life. A serial entrepreneur, founder of Unleash Your Ink and connoisseur of Spanish wines, Oliver is also a Shadow Journaling Coach and Mentor – a passion turned into vocation.
Feel free to contact Oliver via email: oliver@unleash.ink
KAA
Kaa is the visual heartbeat of the festival. As our designer, she shapes the aesthetic world we all step into — from the tiniest icon to the big, bold banners that frame our shared moments. With a sharp eye, a poetic touch, and an intuitive sense of harmony, Kaa creates more than visuals; she builds feeling, mood, and identity. Just like her design, Kaa’s personal style is bold, edgy, and unmistakably her own — a perfect reflection of the fearless creativity she brings to everything she does.
ESTHER
Esther is our social media wizard — equal parts magician, strategist, and cheerleader. With quick wit and a playful touch, she turns the festival’s online presence into a space full of energy and connection. But behind the cheerful facade, she’s the one keeping everything sharp, steady, and professional, making sure the magic is matched with structure. Esther doesn’t just run our channels — she builds a digital home where the festival spirit truly lives.
Who is this event for?
Whether you’re a therapist, a wellness coach, a writer eager to explore your inner world, or just a journaling fan, come join us in this weekend of immersive journaling workshops and thought-provoking talks & panels.
Learn how to get the most out of your journaling practice from the masters in the field!i
Are you curious about journaling and the benefits it has?
Our speakers and workshops will help you get a soft start with a ton of practical application to make sure you’ll have tools to use when you go back to your daily life!
Are you a writer?
Try the most powerful tool of self-reflection to deepen your writing practice and add depth and imension to your characters.
Are you a coach or in the wellness industry?
Come and learn about journaling as a tool to help you expand your own life, and to help your clients, as well as connect with others in your field.
Are you a therapist?
Our guest speakers bring decades of experience in therapeutic writing, offering deep wisdom and practical tools refined over years of teaching. If you’re looking to deepen your practice, their insight will open new doors for transformation.
Getting There
Venue details and travel tips will be shared closer to the event.
Key Details
Dates: 7–8 November 2026
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Format: In-person, two full days
What people are saying
Meet the Voices of 2026
UK
Founder, School of Journaling
Jackee says: “Writing changes lives and lives are changed by writing“.
SPAIN/USA
Multicultural Creator, Marketer, and Educator, Journaling Guide, and Founder of Plans to Progress
Cassandra says: “Writing gives you the space to create inner clarity, leading to outer opportunities.”
USA
Author and journaling guide at Day One, podcast host
Kristen says: “Journaling is how I make sense of life as it’s happening – and how I remember what matters”.
USA/SPAIN
Certified Hypnotherapist and Founder of Wealth Identity Reset
Julie, at age 7 said: “I told my journal things I didn’t know how to say out loud“.
UK
UK Certified Poetry Therapist and Author
“Poetry transforms hidden scars into unstoppable motivation, and distant dreams into peak-climbing strategies“.
UK
Certified Journal To The Self facilitator & poet
Jon says: “Pick up your pencil and let’s turn lead into gold”.
ROMANIA / SPAIN
Collage artist
Anca says: “Collage and journaling together give voice to the unsaid and vision to the unseen“.
SWEDEN
Therapeutic Writing Educator, Journalist, and Author
Emelie says: “Writing reflectively and with a healing purpose is about witnessing a primordial power that emerges from the raw, unpolished voice”.
SOUTH AFRICA
Journaling couch, founder of Do The Heart Work
Antoinette says: “Write your way to the well”.