Welcome to La Peña! Promoting social justice & intercultural understanding through the arts since 1975.
Youth of ages 7-17 of all cultural backgrounds are welcome to participate in this class! You don't need to know how to play and you don't have to speak Spanish. You just need to have a love for music and the desire to learn to play and sing Mexican & Latin American traditional music. Mondays […]
Tuesdays, February 7 - August 29, 2023 10:30am-11:45am This class is held ONLINE until further notice Sliding scale donation: $5-$20 Instructor: Pamela Perry More information at pamela@gatewaytograce.net The intention of this yoga class is to help practitioners increase their strength, flexibility, and balance while also improving their self-awareness and stress management. All levels of experience with yoga […]
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 8:30pm | February 8 – December 13, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Son jarocho is a community music that reflects the cycle of life in its poetic lyrics. Classes at La Peña focus instruction on jarana jarocha, singing (including poetry), and percussion (including zapateado dance), although all son jarocho […]
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm January 18th – December 6th, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center For more information, contact Sergio Bitencourt at sergiobitencourt81@gmail.com. Class Dues: $25-35 sliding scale per class $80-120 sliding scale monthly (includes Monday and Saturday classes in our West Oakland location) Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira […]
Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00 pm | March 11 – November 18, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Come to this class and learn all the basics of Afro Peruvian Dance & Cajón to understand the rhythms, patterns, steps and movements of this musical tradition. No previous experience needed! Instructors Peta Robles & Gabriela […]
La Peña Cultural Center and the Bay Area Bomba y Plena Workshop are thrilled to invite you to "RESPIRA: a presentation from students and practitioners of the children and adult Bay Area Bomba y Plena Workshops! This showcase will feature songs and performances interpreted by La Peña students in collaboration with Bomba y Plena practitioners […]
CLASS SERIES FOR CHILDREN: Folkloric Music of Latin America!! We are pleased to invite your kids (ages 7-13) to this course that is held on Mondays, from 5:3pm-6:30pm starting on June 5th, 2023. Youth will learn to play the guitar and sing songs from Latin America in a playful and welcoming environment led by teacher […]
Nueva clase en Español en La Peña!! Inscríbete ahora para "LA RUMBA ME LLAMA": Clases de Música Rumba Cubana. Con Einar Leliebre Nuñez – todos los niveles! En esta clase se aprenderán los ritmos fundamentales y nombres de cada instrumento, incluyendo la técnica básica de las congas, cajón, chekere clave y guagua, y una breve […]
Our popular beginners Salsa, Bachata & Merengue dance class series returns to La Peña on Tuesdays in June! This is a 4-week series designed for beginner students to learn and enjoy three popular Latin dance styles: Salsa, Bachata and Merengue! Join us and explore the possibilities of your body and how to communicate with others through […]
Tuesdays, February 7 - August 29, 2023 10:30am-11:45am This class is held ONLINE until further notice Sliding scale donation: $5-$20 Instructor: Pamela Perry More information at pamela@gatewaytograce.net The intention of this yoga class is to help practitioners increase their strength, flexibility, and balance while also improving their self-awareness and stress management. All levels of experience with yoga […]
Verano de visitas!! Maestro Patricio Hidalgo en la casa — vengan a tomar su taller de Jarana y Canto! Come take a workshop on Jarana and Singing with Maestro Patricio! Wednesday, June 7th, 7pm-9pm at La Peña (3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley, CA 94705) $25 drop-in For more information contact María de la Rosa (mariadlr4@gmail.com or […]
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 8:30pm | February 8 – December 13, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Son jarocho is a community music that reflects the cycle of life in its poetic lyrics. Classes at La Peña focus instruction on jarana jarocha, singing (including poetry), and percussion (including zapateado dance), although all son jarocho […]
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm January 18th – December 6th, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center For more information, contact Sergio Bitencourt at sergiobitencourt81@gmail.com. Class Dues: $25-35 sliding scale per class $80-120 sliding scale monthly (includes Monday and Saturday classes in our West Oakland location) Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira […]
Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00 pm | March 11 – November 18, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Come to this class and learn all the basics of Afro Peruvian Dance & Cajón to understand the rhythms, patterns, steps and movements of this musical tradition. No previous experience needed! Instructors Peta Robles & Gabriela […]
Sundays, January 22 - December 17, 2023 11:30am - 1:00pm | In person at La Peña New Puerto Rican Bomba Dance Series open to all levels!! These classes will cover various aspects of Bomba dancing including basics, posture, technique, vocabulary and putting it all together. The series will be led by dance instructor Shefali Shah […]
Mondays, 4pm-5pm PST | January 23 - December 18, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. For those interested in staying healthy, connecting with the community or learning a rich musical tradition, Bomba is for you. Bomba reflects the powerful forces that shaped Puerto Rico’s […]
CLASS SERIES FOR CHILDREN: Folkloric Music of Latin America!! We are pleased to invite your kids (ages 7-13) to this course that is held on Mondays, from 5:3pm-6:30pm starting on June 5th, 2023. Youth will learn to play the guitar and sing songs from Latin America in a playful and welcoming environment led by teacher […]
Nueva clase en Español en La Peña!! Inscríbete ahora para "LA RUMBA ME LLAMA": Clases de Música Rumba Cubana. Con Einar Leliebre Nuñez – todos los niveles! En esta clase se aprenderán los ritmos fundamentales y nombres de cada instrumento, incluyendo la técnica básica de las congas, cajón, chekere clave y guagua, y una breve […]
Tuesdays, February 7 - August 29, 2023 10:30am-11:45am This class is held ONLINE until further notice Sliding scale donation: $5-$20 Instructor: Pamela Perry More information at pamela@gatewaytograce.net The intention of this yoga class is to help practitioners increase their strength, flexibility, and balance while also improving their self-awareness and stress management. All levels of experience with yoga […]
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 8:30pm | February 8 – December 13, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Son jarocho is a community music that reflects the cycle of life in its poetic lyrics. Classes at La Peña focus instruction on jarana jarocha, singing (including poetry), and percussion (including zapateado dance), although all son jarocho […]
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm January 18th – December 6th, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center For more information, contact Sergio Bitencourt at sergiobitencourt81@gmail.com. Class Dues: $25-35 sliding scale per class $80-120 sliding scale monthly (includes Monday and Saturday classes in our West Oakland location) Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira […]
Get ready for La Mixta Criolla!! Mark June 16th on your calendar, invite all your friends, and prepare your best dance moves! GET YOUR TICKETS IN ADVANCE!! Super Early Bird: $15 | Pre-Sale: $25 | Door: $30 VOLUNTEER & COME FOR FREE! Every shift includes free food and beverages. The night will include: 7:30pm: […]
Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00 pm | March 11 – November 18, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Come to this class and learn all the basics of Afro Peruvian Dance & Cajón to understand the rhythms, patterns, steps and movements of this musical tradition. No previous experience needed! Instructors Peta Robles & Gabriela […]
Mondays, 4pm-5pm PST | January 23 - December 18, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. For those interested in staying healthy, connecting with the community or learning a rich musical tradition, Bomba is for you. Bomba reflects the powerful forces that shaped Puerto Rico’s […]
CLASS SERIES FOR CHILDREN: Folkloric Music of Latin America!! We are pleased to invite your kids (ages 7-13) to this course that is held on Mondays, from 5:3pm-6:30pm starting on June 5th, 2023. Youth will learn to play the guitar and sing songs from Latin America in a playful and welcoming environment led by teacher […]
Nueva clase en Español en La Peña!! Inscríbete ahora para "LA RUMBA ME LLAMA": Clases de Música Rumba Cubana. Con Einar Leliebre Nuñez – todos los niveles! En esta clase se aprenderán los ritmos fundamentales y nombres de cada instrumento, incluyendo la técnica básica de las congas, cajón, chekere clave y guagua, y una breve […]
Tuesdays, February 7 - August 29, 2023 10:30am-11:45am This class is held ONLINE until further notice Sliding scale donation: $5-$20 Instructor: Pamela Perry More information at pamela@gatewaytograce.net The intention of this yoga class is to help practitioners increase their strength, flexibility, and balance while also improving their self-awareness and stress management. All levels of experience with yoga […]
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 8:30pm | February 8 – December 13, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Son jarocho is a community music that reflects the cycle of life in its poetic lyrics. Classes at La Peña focus instruction on jarana jarocha, singing (including poetry), and percussion (including zapateado dance), although all son jarocho […]
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm January 18th – December 6th, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center For more information, contact Sergio Bitencourt at sergiobitencourt81@gmail.com. Class Dues: $25-35 sliding scale per class $80-120 sliding scale monthly (includes Monday and Saturday classes in our West Oakland location) Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira […]
Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00 pm | March 11 – November 18, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Come to this class and learn all the basics of Afro Peruvian Dance & Cajón to understand the rhythms, patterns, steps and movements of this musical tradition. No previous experience needed! Instructors Peta Robles & Gabriela […]
Evento íntimo en preparación al 11 de septiembre de este año, donde se cumplen 50 años del Golpe de Estado que derrocó al gobierno de Salvador Allende e instauró una dictadura de 17 años en Chile. Evento gratuito.
Sundays, January 22 - December 17, 2023 11:30am - 1:00pm | In person at La Peña New Puerto Rican Bomba Dance Series open to all levels!! These classes will cover various aspects of Bomba dancing including basics, posture, technique, vocabulary and putting it all together. The series will be led by dance instructor Shefali Shah […]
Mondays, 4pm-5pm PST | January 23 - December 18, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. For those interested in staying healthy, connecting with the community or learning a rich musical tradition, Bomba is for you. Bomba reflects the powerful forces that shaped Puerto Rico’s […]
CLASS SERIES FOR CHILDREN: Folkloric Music of Latin America!! We are pleased to invite your kids (ages 7-13) to this course that is held on Mondays, from 5:3pm-6:30pm starting on June 5th, 2023. Youth will learn to play the guitar and sing songs from Latin America in a playful and welcoming environment led by teacher […]
Nueva clase en Español en La Peña!! Inscríbete ahora para "LA RUMBA ME LLAMA": Clases de Música Rumba Cubana. Con Einar Leliebre Nuñez – todos los niveles! En esta clase se aprenderán los ritmos fundamentales y nombres de cada instrumento, incluyendo la técnica básica de las congas, cajón, chekere clave y guagua, y una breve […]
Tuesdays, February 7 - August 29, 2023 10:30am-11:45am This class is held ONLINE until further notice Sliding scale donation: $5-$20 Instructor: Pamela Perry More information at pamela@gatewaytograce.net The intention of this yoga class is to help practitioners increase their strength, flexibility, and balance while also improving their self-awareness and stress management. All levels of experience with yoga […]
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 8:30pm | February 8 – December 13, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Son jarocho is a community music that reflects the cycle of life in its poetic lyrics. Classes at La Peña focus instruction on jarana jarocha, singing (including poetry), and percussion (including zapateado dance), although all son jarocho […]
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm January 18th – December 6th, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center For more information, contact Sergio Bitencourt at sergiobitencourt81@gmail.com. Class Dues: $25-35 sliding scale per class $80-120 sliding scale monthly (includes Monday and Saturday classes in our West Oakland location) Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira […]
La Peña is pleased to invite you to our most popular vendor fair: TIANGUIS: LA PEÑA COMMUNITY BLOCK PARTY! This year’s event will be held outdoors on Saturday, July 1st, 2023 from 12am-6pm and will focus on celebrating artists and vendors from the Bay Area, especially those who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of […]
Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00 pm | March 11 – November 18, 2023 In person at La Peña Cultural Center Come to this class and learn all the basics of Afro Peruvian Dance & Cajón to understand the rhythms, patterns, steps and movements of this musical tradition. No previous experience needed! Instructors Peta Robles & Gabriela […]