La Cumbia @ La Peña ft. DJ Rabeat! (Sept. 2025)

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Due to our annual Conmemoración 11 de Septiembre event, La Cumbia @ La Peña will take place on the first Thursday (Sept 4) in September only. Starting in October, we’ll return to our regular schedule on the second Thursday of each month.

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Date: Thursday, Sept. 4th, 2025 | 7:30 pm - 12:00 am

Location: La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley, CA

Tickets:

• $10 for online presale (single ticket)
• $15 for two tickets (Bring a friend – only $7.50 per ticket! Online only.)
• $15 - Day of Pricing / At the Door (single ticket)
• La Peña Members: Use your member code at checkout for free entry!

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Cumbia returns to La Peña with La Cumbia—a monthly celebration of rhythm, movement, and community! Join us for a night filled with cumbia from México, Perú, Colombia, y mas, with DJ Rabeat spinning the perfect soundtracks for your best cumbia moves!

Start the night with a cumbia dance class (included with admission), where you can learn the steps, flow with the music, and warm up to dance all night. Then, stay for the party from 8:30 pm to midnight!

At La Cumbia, we're committed to creating empowered dance spaces where consent is at the center of every interaction. Similar to our BAILA dance parties, this is a space where everyone, especially LGBTQIA+ community, can dance freely, knowing that their comfort, safety, and agency are prioritized.

All ages welcome, whether you're a seasoned dancer or new to the cumbia scene, come for the cumbias, stay for the community, and leave with new friends and memories at La Peña!

Don’t miss out, get your presale tickets now, invite a friend, and let’s bring cumbia back to La Peña!

• Gender-Inclusive Cumbia Class (no experience or partner needed) led by Donaji and Chavita Peñaloza
• DJ Sets by DJ Rabeat
• Delicious bites, beer, wine and Sangría from Los Cilantros Mexican restaurant
• All-night dance party with the most interesting and respectful music-lovers in the Bay!

Volunteer at La Cumbia to help create a safer, inclusive space for all! Enjoy free entry, complimentary food and refreshments, and connect with our community. Sign up to volunteer: signup.com/go/xJWRQee

At La Peña, we are committed to creating an inclusive dance environment that supports gender diversity, is LGBTQIA+ affirming, and welcomes all ages (with adult supervision for minors).

We encourage you to help shape this space by modeling behaviors that promote safety, joy, and mutual respect. Ask others about their needs and preferences, and be open about your own. Together, we can create a space where everyone feels valued, heard, and free to express themselves.

We understand that creating an inclusive community is an ongoing effort.

To ensure a positive experience for everyone, we ask that all attendees adhere to our community agreements. These include, but are not limited to:

• Respect Personal Boundaries: Always ask for and respect both verbal and non-verbal consent before initiating physical contact or dancing.
• Zero Tolerance for Harassment or Abuse: No harassment, verbal, physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. We expect kindness and respect for all.
• Inclusive Participation: Celebrate diversity and engage with others in a way that makes everyone feel welcomed, valued, and respected.
• Responsible Alcohol Consumption: Be mindful and legal with your consumption of alcohol. Moderation ensures the well-being and safety of all.
• Good Dance Floor Etiquette: Dance safely by avoiding reckless movements that may cause harm to yourself or others. Respect your partner’s space.
• Support and Empower Others: If you witness behavior that compromises others' safety or comfort, speak up, or notify a staff member or volunteer for support.
• No Discrimination: No discrimination based on gender, sexuality, race, ability, or any other identity. We are an inclusive space for all.
• Active Participation in Creating a Safe Space: We all share responsibility in creating a welcoming environment. Be proactive in modeling behavior that promotes safety, mutual respect, and joy.
• Immediate Compliance: If asked to stop a behavior, comply immediately. We all play a part in maintaining a respectful and enjoyable space.

We value your safety and the safety of our community. Those who violate these agreements may be asked to leave without refund.

If you wish to make a report after an event, please contact us at Lapena.org. Together, we build this space.

• Public Transit: The 18 bus line stops directly across the street (Shattuck & Woolsey), and Ashby BART is just two blocks away.
• Parking: Free street parking is available, or park at the Ashby BART station for a fee.
• Bike-Friendly: Bike racks are available outside the venue.

• La Peña is a wheelchair-accessible venue with step-less entry, wide doorways, and accessible restrooms.
• Masks are strongly encouraged. If you’re experiencing COVID-19, cold, or flu-like symptoms, please consider staying home to protect our community.. HEPA air purifiers operate throughout our space.
• Restrooms are all-gender

We strive to make La Peña a welcoming, accessible space for everyone. If you have any specific needs or questions about accessibility, please contact us at least one week in advance, and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Email us at [email protected]

Become a La Peña member today and get a free entry to this event! Members also receive free entry to ¡BAILA! community dance parties, plus other great perks. Learn more:

Info: Beginner-friendly. No partner or prior experience needed!

Host or Publisher La Peña Cultural Center