About this Event
BAILA at La Peña is every third Friday of the month. Doors open at 7:30 PM
Come join us at BAILA for a lively evening of Salsa music and dancing! We'll have dedicated dance floors for both Bachata and Salsa lovers. Our event is open to all ages!
Enjoy easy-to-follow gender-inclusive salsa and bachata dance classes. Arrive early to savor delicious Mexican bites from 🌿, our next door neighbor. We have TWO dedicated dance floors where you can sway and twirl all night long with our resident DJs and .
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!
What to Expect:
BAILA is your community dance party that welcomes all dancers and all ages!
- Gender-Inclusive Salsa & Bachata Classes (no experience or partner needed)
- Live Salsa music
- Two dance floors: Ritmos Tropicales with and El Colmado de la Bachata with .
- Delicious bites from Mexican restaurant
- Fundraising Bar: Every drink supports La Peña’s community programs
- Free Coat Check
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 here!
La Peña is a Safer Dance Space Member: Building an Empowering Dance Space with Consent Culture
At BAILA, 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.
While we strive to make every experience at BAILA safe, we understand that creating an inclusive community is an ongoing effort. We invite you to be a part of this effort.
Community Agreements for a Safe, Empowering, and Joyful Experience at BAILA
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 . Together, we build this space.
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 our cultural center
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.
- Restrooms are all-gender and wheelchair-accessible
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 and get a free entry to this BAILA! Members enjoy free entry to BAILA and other perks. Learn more:
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, United States
USD 17.30 to USD 33.25
