Welcome to La Peña! Promoting social justice & intercultural understanding through the arts since 1975.
Feel the power and passion of Flamenco directly from Spain, for a premier United States Tour! Carlos de Jacoba is a flamenco singer, guitarist and composer, born in the heart of a gitano family in Motril, a town of Granada. His playing is a convergence of the tradition, wisdom and passion that marks authentic gitano […]
First Open Mic for Youth at La Peña Cultural Center!! Join us at La Peña for this new program that uplifts the experiences and talents of young BIPOC, women, LGBTQAI+ folks, immigrants, and all other voices that have been historically erased, marginalized, and under/misrepresented. We want to hear you, support you, and transform the world with […]
Our BAILA are just getting better! Dust off your dancing shoes for an unforgettable night with live music & vibrant community energy! Join us for an epic evening featuring live music, not one but two dynamic dance floors, a gender-inclusive salsa and bachata dance class, a bar, delicious food from our neighbors at Los Cilantros, complimentary […]
Come enjoy an evening of music and dance with Clarissa Bitar, Lara Aburamadan, Triagonal Disk and DJ Mohammaddin! GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! | SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER! Clarissa Bitar is an award winning Palestinian oud musician and composer born, raised, and based in Los Angeles, California. They graduated from UC Santa Barbara with a degree […]
This event will be a beautiful opportunity to gather and honor the life, music, friendship, and eternal legacy of our beloved Rafael Manríquez. It will be a celebration of his life, music compositions, and decades as La Peña's cultural ambassador. TICKETS | VOLUNTEER AND COME FOR FREE! About Rafael Manríquez (3/27/1947-6/26/2013) Rafael Manríquez was a beloved artist, […]
Come have dinner at Los Cilantros on Sunday, May 5th 2024 and celebrate their Grand Re-Re-Opening with Live Music! PLUS: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the perfect Mexican Menu. Doors open at 5:30pm with special menu Performance by Rogelio Buenaventura 6pm-8pm A bit about Los Cilantros' journey: Los Cilantros reopened in the La Peña Cultural […]