¡BAILA! Community. Dance. Party. - Live Salsa ft. Agua Pura

Schedule

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 01:00 am

UTC-07:00

Location

La Peña Cultural Center | Berkeley, CA

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Join us in Berkeley for a monthly Latine Community Dance Party with live salsa, bachata, and more, centering consent and inclusivity!
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Doors 7:30 PM / Class 8 PM / Baile until 1 AM

BAILA is like a spontaneous dance party that broke out in your kitchen, only if your kitchen had big wood floors, a live Salsa band, a powerful sound system, an upgraded lighting system and 200 of your friends, chosen family, and new faces ready to join the community.

At La Peña, we believe that joy and dance are forms of liberation. Movement, like dancing, is essential to our well-being, and gathering in community keeps our spirit alive.

That's why every 3rd Friday of the month, La Peña becomes the Bay Area's most joyful and inclusive Salsa & Bachata dance floor.

Each edition of BAILA features:

  • 8 PM Easy-to-follow gender-inclusive salsa and bachata dance classes
  • 10 PM A live Bay Area Salsa band
  • Two dance floors with live DJ sets by our resident DJs DJ José Ruíz and DJ Ron
  • Food and drinks from our neighbors Los Cilantros Mexican Restaurant
  • Fundraising bar that supports La Peña's programs
  • FREE coat check

Everyone is welcome! All ages! BAILA is intentionally created as a safe, gender-inclusive, LGBTQ+ affirming space.


Tickets $15-$30:
  • Super Early Bird - $15 (limited quantity available)
  • Early Bird - $20 (available until 2 weeks prior to the event or until sold out)
  • General Admission Pre-sale - $25 (available until midnight the night before the event)
  • Day of/Door Price - $30

Special Discounts & Offers:
  • Student & Senior 65+ Discount - $25 (available online day of event or at the door, valid ID required at check-in)
  • Group Rate - $20 per person (4+ tickets, available online only)
  • 2-for-1 Birthday Special - Door Only! Show Birthday flyer at the door. Flyer can be found on our Facebook or Instagram released the week of the event.
  • - Free

Tickets will be available for purchase at the door until we reach capacity.


Join Our Volunteer Community

Volunteer at BAILA 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: Lapena.info/volunteer

La Peña is a Safer Dance Space

BAILA is part of La Pe˜ña's commitment as a Safer Dance Space Member: we are building an empowering dance space rooted in consent culture.

This means:

  • Inclusive & Affirming: All genders, LGBTQIA+, and all ages (minors with supervision) are welcome.
  • Zero Tolerance for Harassment or Abuse: No harassment (verbal, physical, emotional, or sexual). We expect kindness and respect for all.
  • Responsible Alcohol Consumption: Be mindful and legal with consumption. Moderation ensures the safety and well-being of all.
  • Respect & Consent: Always ask before dancing or making physical contact
  • Shared Responsibility: Together we shape a space where everyone feels safe, valued, and free to express themselves.

We value your safety and the safety of our community. Violations of these agreements may result in removal from the event.

If you need support during the event seek out a La Peña staff member.

If you wish to make a report after the event please use our Contact Us form.


Questions?

Contact us: [email protected] or use our Contact Us form


Accessibility
  • 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.
  • All-gender restrooms available

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]


Love BAILA? Become a La Peña Member

Join today and receive free entry to ¡BAILA! immediately, plus exclusive member perks that support La Peña and help keep our space thriving.



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Agenda

🕑: 05:30 PM
Los Cilantros Opens for Dinner
Host: Los Cilantros
🕑: 07:30 PM
Ritmos Tropicales Dance Party
Host: DJ José Ruíz
🕑: 08:00 PM
Salsa & Bachata Dance Classes

Info: Beginner-friendly and gender-inclusive! Our classes teach lead and follow roles without assigning them based on gender, no partner needed. Come as you are!


🕑: 08:00 PM
El Comado de La Bachata
Host: DJ Ron
🕑: 10:00 PM - 11:59 PM
Live Salsa Concert
Host: Agua Pura
🕑: 01:00 AM
Party Ends
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Where is it happening?

La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, United States

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