Welcome to La Peña! Promoting social justice & intercultural understanding through the arts since 1975.
Beginners Salsa, Bachata & Merengue Dance Class Series (4 sessions) Mondays: Nov 25, Dic 2, 9, 16 (2024) | 6:15pm - 7:15pm Register here! Join us and explore the possibilities of your body and learn how to communicate with others through dance, rhythm and flavor! This class is taught as "leaders" and "followers" and prioritizes creating […]
Intermediate Salsa, Bachata & Merengue Dance Class Series (4 sessions) Mondays: Nov 25, Dic 2, 9, 16 (2024) | 7:30pm - 8:30pm Register here! Elevate your dance game and explore the possibilities of your body as you communicate with others through dance, rhythm and flavor! This class is taught as "leaders" and "followers" and prioritizes […]
Come find the perfect handcrafted gifts for your loved ones this holiday season at La Peña’s Annual Holiday Mercado! Over 40 local vendors will be selling beautiful handcrafted goods, as well as unique imports from Mexico and beyond! There will also be traditional foods for sale, so come hungry and bring the entire family. WHEN: […]
Save the date! December 13th, 2024. More details coming soon!
Come join The La Peña Old Guard* “Third Wednesday” Gatherings: each time a different discussion topic! Open to all. Please spread the word! If you're planning on coming, RSVP to oldguard@lapena.org *What is La Peña OLD Guard? We are a group of progressives who came of political age during the 60’s, 70’s and early ‘80s, often, in […]
Remember the music jams? All ages, all instruments, all skill levels, all welcome, all fun! Mark your calendars for the return of these legendary music jams to La Peña, led by José Roberto Hernández! Las mermeladas musicales son un espacio donde la gente y sus instrumentos se juntan para hacer música, comunidad y compañerismo. It's […]
First BAILA of our Fall Season: dust off your dancing shoes for an epic night with live music & vibrant community energy! Join us for an evening featuring live music, not one but two dance floors, a gender-inclusive salsa and bachata dance class, a fundraising bar, delicious food from our partners at Los Cilantros, complimentary coat check, […]