¡BAILA! Community. Dance. Party with Carlos Xavier Salsa Band! (Feb. 2025)
Schedule
Fri Feb 21 2025 at 08:00 pm to 11:59 pm
UTC-08:00Location
La Peña Cultural Center | Berkeley, CA
About this Event
First BAILA of 2025! Doors open at 7:30 PM
Join us for the first BAILA of the 2025 season, a vibrant celebration of music, dance, and community! We're bringing live Salsa with , gender-inclusive Salsa & Bachata dance classes, and dedicated dance floors for Salsa and Bachata lovers. This is a welcoming, vibrant space to connect, dance, and celebrate together.
What to Expect:
BAILA is your community dance party that welcomes all!
- Free, Gender-Inclusive Salsa & Bachata Classes (no experience or partner needed)
- Live Salsa music by .
- Two dance floors: Ritmos Tropicales with DJ José Ruíz (@mundomuzik) and El Colmado de la Bachata with DJ Ron (@djronpalma).
- Delicious bites from Los Cilantros Mexican restaurant
- Fundraising Bar: Every drink supports La Peña’s community programs
Tickets:
- $15 - Super Early Bird
- $20/person - Group Rate (4+ tickets)
- $25 - General Pre-Sale
- $30 - At the Door
- La Peña Members: Use your member code at checkout for free entry!
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.
La Peña is a Safer Dance Space Member:
We prioritize creating an environment where everyone is treated with respect. Our community dance party is built on a culture of consent, inclusivity, and mutual care.
Getting to La Peña:
- 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.
Accessibility:
- La Peña is a wheelchair-accessible venue with step-less entry, wide doorways, and accessible restrooms.
- Restrooms are all-gender
- Masks are strongly encouraged. If you’re feeling unwell, please stay home to protect our community. HEPA air purifiers operate throughout our space.
We strive to make La Peña a welcoming, accessible space for everyone. If you have any specific needs or questions about accessibility, contact us in advance, and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Email us at
La Peña Membership:
Become a La Peña member today! Members enjoy free entry to BAILA and other perks. Learn more:
Where is it happening?
La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 17.30 to USD 33.25
