Please note that this calendar only reflects programs that are open to the general public. Empty spaces in the calendar often mean that our rooms are being utilized for rehearsals, staff trainings, building maintenance, grassroots organizing, and private community gatherings. Thank you for keeping our space so alive!
Become an Immigration Rights Ambassador! (Workshop for immigrants and allies - in English) Due to the ongoing need and community interest, we've scheduled additional workshop sessions for March 2025. This workshop will cover how ICE operates, how they collect information, and what to do during encounters. You'll leave prepared to share crucial “know your rights” information […]
EVENT POSTPONED. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR THE NEW DATE. Water for Life Film Screening + Q&A Water For Life tells the story of three extraordinary individuals: Berta Cáceres, a Lenca Indigenous leader in Honduras; Francisco Pineda, a subsistence farmer in El Salvador; and Alberto Curamil, an Indigenous Mapuche Chief in Chile, all of whom refused […]
La Peña Cultural Center is teaming up with The New Parkway for Karma Cinema Wednesdays this March! Join us every Wednesday in March 2025 for Karma Cinema Wednesdays at The New Parkway Theater in Oakland! This special collaboration between La Peña Cultural Center and The New Parkway allows you to enjoy a film while directly […]
Join us for a FREE hour of song, hope, and community joy! Because we need it more than ever. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Event organized by Aya de León Aya de León is the Poet Laureate of the City of Berkeley, a creative writing teacher at UC Berkeley, and the Director of […]
Celebrate International Women's Day with an evening full of rhythm, joy, and sabor! Join us for a special night of Salsa and Latin Jazz, featuring two incredible all-womxn and femme-led salsa bands: Salsa y Sol and Agua Pura. This double-header concert is a powerful celebration of womxn and femme artists, showcasing the best of the Bay Area music […]
Renegade Queens Filming: Concert Finale at La Peña Join us for a high-energy, rhythm-filled afternoon as the Jean Fineberg Latin Jazz Band brings their signature Latin jazz sound to the stage for a special concert—captured live for the upcoming documentary, Renegade Queens! This isn’t just a concert—it’s a moment to be part of the resilience, […]
La Peña Cultural Center is teaming up with The New Parkway for Karma Cinema Wednesdays this March! Join us every Wednesday in March 2025 for Karma Cinema Wednesdays at The New Parkway Theater in Oakland! This special collaboration between La Peña Cultural Center and The New Parkway allows you to enjoy a film while directly […]
La Peña Presents La Cumbia Dance Party: happening monthly on second Thursdays! DATE: 2nd Thursdays of the month | 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) La Peña Members: Use […]
Celebrate International Women's Month at La Peña! Support and be inspired by powerful women of color on our stage! The Empowering Women of Color Open Mic is back at La Peña for this 2025 Spring Season! Join us for an evening filled with live music, powerful performances, captivating spoken word, radical storytelling, and much more. This […]
We're excited to announce the return of our Immigration Rights Workshop for Allies: “Become an Immigration Rights Ambassador” (In English) Due to the success of the last workshop and ongoing community interest, we've scheduled additional sessions for March 2025. This workshop will cover how ICE operates, how they collect information, and what to do during […]
"With all the madness happening in the world right now, lets come together to feel inspired and heal through music to refuel our spirits for creating a brighter future." Sign up to volunteer and come for FREE: https://lapena.info/LoCuraVolunteer LOCURA AND DOS BANDOLEROS AT LA PEÑA MARCH 15TH, 2025. 8:00pm-10:00pm (Doors at 7:30pm) ABOUT: This will […]
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 conjunction […]
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 Wednesday…don’t you […]
La Peña Cultural Center is teaming up with The New Parkway for Karma Cinema Wednesdays this March! Join us every Wednesday in March 2025 for Karma Cinema Wednesdays at The New Parkway Theater in Oakland! This special collaboration between La Peña Cultural Center and The New Parkway allows you to enjoy a film while directly […]
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, and a vibrant, inclusive community. All […]
US Premiere Show with Merry Ross & Vicki Dello Joio. End the night dancing with the Making Waves Studios community. 2 Women / 2 Mothers Show | 7 PM - 8:30 PM 2 original solo performances by Vicki Dello Joio and Merry Ross. In "It’s About Time", Vicki navigates the challenging end-of-life journey she […]
La Peña Cultural Center is teaming up with The New Parkway for Karma Cinema Wednesdays this March! Join us every Wednesday in March 2025 for Karma Cinema Wednesdays at The New Parkway Theater in Oakland! This special collaboration between La Peña Cultural Center and The New Parkway allows you to enjoy a film while directly […]
Join us for a night of laughter and vibes at Laughs W/ Benefits: Comedy for a Cause - We are raising funds to support refugees from Myanmar! Welcome to Laughs W/ Benefits: Comedy for a Cause! Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter at La Peña Cultural Center. Join us for a hilarious evening filled with talented […]
Avotcja Presents: A benefit concert for La Peña's 50th Anniversary Campaign. All proceeds will support future free events at La Peña. Join us for a night of music, poetry, and community as we honor the artistic brilliance of our ancestors. Avotcja brings together some of the Bay Area’s most powerful artists for a special benefit […]
Verónica Moscoso tells a story inspired by an Amazonian legend. An all-ages event with live drumming and activities. Join us for a special afternoon celebrating the launch of El Delfín Mágico de la Amazonía (The Magical Dolphin of the Amazon), a bilingual storybook for all ages. This free event is packed with fun for the […]
Join us for a FREE hour of song, hope, and community joy! Because we need it more than ever. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Event organized by Aya de León Aya de León is the Poet Laureate of the City of Berkeley, a creative writing teacher at UC Berkeley, and the Director of […]
We're grateful and excited to be offering these FREE Immigration Rights Workshop for Allies: “Become an Immigration Rights Ambassador”! Due to the success of the last workshops and ongoing community need, we've scheduled additional sessions. These workshops cover how ICE operates, how they collect information, and what to do during encounters. You'll leave prepared to […]
