La Peña Cultural Center

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Space Rental Information

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Renting La Peña - General Information

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La Peña is part of Stage 4 of California's reopening plan, so we are currently closed without a reopening date. We are not accepting Rental inquiries at this time. Rental information is provided on this page for reference.


La Peña is available for daytime and evening rentals. Perfect for conferences, meetings, fundraisers and more!

Want to rent the space?
To learn more about rental pricing, rooms available and capacity, click on the tabs above labeled "Theater", "Lounge" and "Community Room". Then FILL OUT THIS FORM  to request the space.

Non-profit and educational community events are given priority. Space availability varies monthly. We prefer to book 2-3 months in advance. Advertised programs must be open and accessible to the general public.

As part of our mission, La Peña believes it is important to encourage discussion and dialogue to increase understanding among diverse groups and cultures. The use of our space by other groups does not mean La Peña endorses the views or opinions presented by them.

Review the information in the tabs above and contact us if you have any more questions

Theater

theater-1Rental rate for Weekday Daytime:
Available Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm; and Fridays 12pm-4pm.
Private rate: $75 per hour
Nonprofit rate: $50 per hour

Rental rate for Thursday Evenings:
Available Thursdays after 6pm.
Private rate: $600 (for 4 hours)
Nonprofit rate: $450 (for 4 hours).

Rental rate for Fridays and Saturdays:
Private rate: $1,000 for a 6 hour period (including set-up and breakdown).
Nonprofit rate: $850 for a 6-hour period (including set-up and breakdown).

Rental rate for Sundays:
Available Sundays after 3pm
Private rate: $900 for a 6 hour period (including set-up and breakdown).
Nonprofit rate: $675 for a 6-hour period (including set-up and breakdown).

Rates covers a House Manager, general stage and house lighting, use of 160 chairs, 4 folding tables, and basic sound. Basic sound includes two microphones for speech only, video projector CD/DVD player. The house manager is required for the entire rental period. Renters are responsible for set-up/tear-down, cleanup of the space and handling their own ticket sales.

Additional Fees that May Apply:

  • If your event requires a Sound Tech, it is an additional $32-$40 per hour.
  • Each additional rental hour is $75.
  • Additional staff time ranges from $19-$40 per hour.

theater-2Sound and Light Systems with Technician:
A technician is needed for music events, dances, and other programs with technical requirements exceeding what is included in basic rental above. Please speak with the Production Director at least two weeks prior to event date about your sound and lighting needs, load-in, sound-check and breakdown time.

Maximum Occupancy = 200 standing / 160 seated theater style
A rental at La Peña includes chairs but limited tables. Inquire further if your event requires tables.
Square Feet = 2,000

Want to rent the space? Please fill out this form.

Lounge

loungeThis is the space between Los Cilantros restaurant and the theater. The space has a small stage and is suitable for poetry readings, solo (2 or 3 person) acoustic presentations, film screenings and community gatherings. The space comes with a six channel sound system and mics. Due to the shared space, there is ambient noise and shared use of the bathrooms.

Evening and Weekends

Private rate: $80 per hour

Nonprofit rate: $60 per hour

Weekday Daytime

Private rate: $40/hour

Nonprofit rate: $25/hour

Maximum Occupancy = 40-60 people

Square Feet = 730

Want to rent the space? Please fill out this form.

Community Room

community-room-rentalThe Community Room is available for acoustic rehearsals, classes, workshops, small meetings and presentations. It has a mirror-covered wall for dance rehearsals.

Day-Time Weekdays Rental Rates
Private Rental: $35/hour
Nonprofit/Community rate (open to the public): $20/hour
*Minimum rental is a two hour period.

Evenings / Weekends Rental Rates
Private Rental: $60/hour
Nonprofit/Community rate (open to the public): $45/hour
*Minimum rental is a two hour period.

Maximum Occupancy = 20-40
Square Feet – 400

Want to rent the space? Please fill out this form.

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