Emporia en Español: An Immersion Weekend

Many people dream of traveling abroad for a full language immersion experience—but the cost often makes those opportunities out of reach. We believe that meaningful, transformative immersion shouldn’t require a passport. It exists right here in Emporia, KS, through the people, culture, and community that make our city unique.

Join us for a weekend designed to strengthen your Spanish, build cultural understanding, and connect you with others on the same learning journey.

Friday — Welcome & Kickoff Dinner - Participants will check in on Friday afternoon and gather for a welcoming dinner. This first session focuses on conversational foundations, confidence-building activities, and setting personal goals for the weekend. You’ll meet your instructors, connect with other learners, and begin immersing yourself in Spanish from the start.

Saturday — Immersive Learning & Cultural Celebration - Saturday morning offers interactive instruction led by Kansas Spanish Speakers educators—including real-life practice, small-group sessions, and guided conversational challenges around town.

In the afternoon and evening, participants will experience Emporia’s vibrant Día de Muertos celebration in the heart of downtown. This is a rare opportunity to engage with language and culture simultaneously as you explore altars, artwork, music, food, and community traditions—all through the lens of immersion.

Sunday — Reflection, Practice & Farewell - We’ll gather Sunday morning for a closing session to reflect on progress, celebrate growth, and equip participants with strategies for continuing their Spanish journey at home. After a light brunch and final conversation activities, we’ll send everyone off inspired and empowered.

• High-quality immersion without the high cost of international travel
• Real-world practice with native and heritage speakers
• Cultural experiences that deepen language learning
• Supportive, community-based instruction
• Perfect for adult learners of all levels

• Friday dinner, Saturday dinner, Sunday brunch
• Custom Spanish Guidebook
• Kansas Spanish Speakers SWAG

• Travel to, from, and within Emporia
• Lodging
• Meals other than those explicitly stated as being provided
• Alcohol - KS Spanish Speakers will not purchase alcoholic beverages for any participant. Those will need to be paid for on your own separate tab.

Spouse, partner, cousin, friend, it doesn’t matter. Learning is always more enjoyable when done with someone you love! Not only that, you’ll have a built-in accountability partner when you return home. To help motivate you and a friend, we are offering a 10% discount to anyone who signs up as a pair. Contact us to receive a discount code for 2 or more!

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