Come join The La Peña Old Guard* “Third Wednesday” Gatherings: each time a different discussion topic! See details in the invitation below. This monthly event is free and 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 […]

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 […]

FIRST BAILA OF 2025: 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, gender-inclusive salsa and bachata dance classes, a fundraising bar, delicious food from our partners at Los Cilantros, complimentary coat check, and a vibrant, inclusive […]

A unique three-night performing arts festival celebrating the spirit of Yemanjá: the Yoruban deity/orixá that represents the ancient, essential, and beautiful nature of water. Inspired by the original Festa de Yemanjá celebrated in Bahia, Brazil, and the resilience of African spiritual practices across the americas, the Yemanjá Arts Festival brings together master artists and young […]