Las Mermeladas: Family-Friendly Music Jam Sessions at La Peña

Schedule

Wed, 20 Aug, 2025 at 05:30 pm to Wed, 17 Dec, 2025 at 08:00 pm

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Location

La Peña Cultural Center | Berkeley, CA

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Family-friendly music jam at La Peña! All ages, all skill levels, all instruments welcome. Dinner by Los Cilantros. Free to join!
About this Event

Las Mermeladas: A Community Music Jam at La Peña

Imagine a space where music fills the air, families gather, and new friendships are made over food, rhythm, and joy. That’s what Las Mermeladas are all about.

Every 3rd Wednesday, musicians of all ages and skill levels come together to create music in the moment, led by . Whether you play an instrument, love to sing, or simply want to listen and dance, there’s a place for you here.

Don’t play? No problem. Bring the kids, bring a friend, or come solo and enjoy the vibe. Share a meal from , sip a drink, and let yourself be surrounded by music and community in a casual, welcoming space.

Free and open to all (donations for musicians are appreciated)

📅 Every 3rd Wednesday | 6:30–8:30 PM (doors at 5:30 PM)📍 La Peña Lounge, 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA🍴 Dinner and drinks available for purchase from .

Come for the music. Stay for the compañerismo.

Useful tips:

  • There is free neighborhood street parking, a #18 bus stop directly in front, and Ashby BART 3 blocks away.
  • The restaurant opens at 5:30pm. We are expecting to have a full house so please come early to secure a seat.

¡Nos vemos en La Peña!


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Agenda

🕑: 05:30 PM
Los Cilantros Opens for Dinner
Host: Los Cilantros Restaurant
🕑: 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Las Mermeladas Music Jams
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La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, United States

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