La Cumbia at La Peña ft. DJ Rabeat

La Peña Presents La Cumbia Dance Party! Happening monthly on second Thursdays!

• DATE: Second Thursdays of the month starting on February 13th, 2025 | 7:30 pm – 12:00 am
• TICKETS: $10 for online presale (single ticket) | $15 for two tickets (Bring a friend – only $7.50 per ticket! Online only.) | $15 at the door (single ticket). GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

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Cumbia returns to La Peña with La Cumbia—a monthly celebration of rhythm, movement, and community! Join us for a night filled with cumbia from México, Perú, Colombia, y mas, with DJ Rabeat spinning the perfect soundtracks for your best cumbia moves!

Start the night with a cumbia dance class (included with admission), where you can learn the steps, flow with the music, and warm up to dance all night. Then, stay for the party from 8:30 pm to midnight!

At La Cumbia, we’re committed to creating empowered dance spaces where consent is at the center of every interaction. Similar to our BAILA dance parties, this is a space where everyone, especially LGBTQIA+ community, can dance freely, knowing that their comfort, safety, and agency are prioritized.

All ages welcome—whether you’re a seasoned dancer or new to the cumbia scene, come for the music, stay for the community, and leave with new friends and unforgettable memories!

Don’t miss out—get your presale tickets now, invite a friend, and let’s bring cumbia back to La Peña!

What to Expect

• Free, Gender-Inclusive Cumbia Class (no experience or partner needed)
• DJ Set by DJ Rabeat
• Delicious bites, beer, wine and Sangría from Los Cilantros Mexican restaurant
• All-night dance party with the most interesting and respectful music-lovers in the Bay!

Join Our Volunteer Community

Volunteer at La Cumbia @ La Peña to help create a safer, inclusive space for all! Enjoy free entry, complimentary food and refreshments, and connect with our community.

La Peña is a Safer Dance Space Member: Building an Empowering Dance Space with Consent Culture

At La Peña, we are committed to creating an inclusive dance environment that supports gender diversity, is LGBTQIA+ affirming, and welcomes all ages (with adult supervision for minors).

We encourage you to help shape this space by modeling behaviors that promote safety, joy, and mutual respect. Ask others about their needs and preferences, and be open about your own. Together, we can create a space where everyone feels valued, heard, and free to express themselves.

While we strive to make every experience at La Peña safe, we understand that creating an inclusive community is an ongoing effort. We celebrate authentic self-expression and center consent, respect, and inclusivity for dancers of all skill levels.

Community Agreements for a Safe, Empowering, and Joyful Experience at La Peña

To ensure a positive experience for everyone, we ask that all attendees adhere to our community agreements. These include, but are not limited to:

• Respect Personal Boundaries: Always ask for and respect both verbal and non-verbal consent before initiating physical contact or dancing.
• Zero Tolerance for Harassment or Abuse: No harassment, verbal, physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. We expect kindness and respect for all.
• Inclusive Participation: Celebrate diversity and engage with others in a way that makes everyone feel welcomed, valued, and respected.
• Responsible Alcohol Consumption: Be mindful and legal with your consumption of alcohol. Moderation ensures the well-being and safety of all.
• Good Dance Floor Etiquette: Dance safely by avoiding reckless movements that may cause harm to yourself or others. Respect your partner’s space.
• Support and Empower Others: If you witness behavior that compromises others’ safety or comfort, speak up, or notify a staff member or volunteer for support.
• No Discrimination: No discrimination based on gender, sexuality, race, ability, or any other identity. We are an inclusive space for all.
• Active Participation in Creating a Safe Space: We all share responsibility in creating a welcoming environment. Be proactive in modeling behavior that promotes safety, mutual respect, and joy.
• Immediate Compliance: If asked to stop a behavior, comply immediately. We all play a part in maintaining a respectful and enjoyable space.

We value your safety and the safety of our community. Those who violate these agreements may be asked to leave without refund.

If you wish to make a report after an event, please contact us at Lapena.org. Together, we build this space.