Welcome to La Peña! Promoting social justice & intercultural understanding through the arts since 1975.
Our wonderful partner In lak'ech Dance Academy turns 5!!!! It's such an exciting thing that they have made it five years through some unpredictable times. This is way to thank all who have supported them throughout the years. Come and celebrate with all of us! Saturday, September 17, 2022 | 8:00pm-1:30am La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave, […]
Concierto en homenaje a nuestro querido maestro José Orlando "Lalo" Izquierdo. Domingo, 25 de septiembre | 5:00pm-8:30pm PST SIGN UP HERE TO VOLUNTEER FOR THIS EVENT! EACH SHIFT INCLUDES FREE FOOD AND BEVERAGES AS A THANK YOU. * ENGLISH BELOW * La Asociación Cultural de Rompe y Raja y La Peña Cultural Center despiden […]
SAVE THE DATE! "Walks Through Memories of Oblivion", a book written by beloved community member Fernando "Feña" Torres will be launched at La Peña on October 7th! This book is a collection of short stories and essays about resistance, prison, and exile; a creative nonfiction narrative based on true events. This is a debut book by […]
We are so pleased to be collaborating once again with Fist Up Film Festival to screen contemporary films that create an impact, inspire discussion & foster understanding! By placing emphasis on the connected experiences between global and local communities, this festival creates visual parallels between people’s lived experiences and stories from around the world, highlighting […]
The Womxn of Color Open Mic returns once again to La Peña! This Open Mic event provides a space to celebrate the voices of womxn of color that enact and highlight the beauty of our cultural diversity. This time, we will highlight performances with an emphasis on the experiences of Indigenous womxn in honor […]
SAVE THE DATE! ☆ La Peña Hall of Fame ☆ Honoring Paul Chin's Legacy! We are so pleased to be honoring Paul Chin's contributions to the community since he began volunteering at La Peña in 1977! Come learn about his life and legacy at this special reception and gathering at La Peña on Saturday, October 15th 4pm-7pm. The evening […]
