<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us for another one of Ashkenaz’s famous Grateful Dead Nights on Wednesday, May 3rd, for the return of local legends the Joe Marcinek Band!Lineup: Mark Karan Mookie Siegel Anna Elva Angeline Saris.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Joe Marcinek Band ft. Mark Karan

The place to dance Bachata on the 1st Thursday of the month! 📍 Ashkenaz – BerkeleyTHURSDAY JUNE 4 What started in 2017 with your host Kathy Reyes and DJ Migz has grown into a beloved monthly bachata tradition, and it’s all thanks to YOU.<ul><li>Tell your friends</li><li>Bring your dance crew</li><li>Grab your tickets early and save</li></ul>This night is going to be one for the books 💃🔥 <ul><li>Doors Open: 7:30 PM</li><li>Beginner-Friendly Bachata Lesson: 8:00 PM with Kathy Reyes and&nbsp;Xavier Stefano</li><li>Social Dancing: 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM DJ RON&nbsp;in the mix all night long</li><li>Perormances by:&nbsp;<ul><li>KRD - Desde Hoy Challenge.</li><li>E.V.A Dance Studios.</li><li>Inlakech Cumbia Quebradita Team directed by Mireille Ruiz.</li></ul></li></ul>🎟 TICKETS <ul><li>Advance Tickets: $16</li><li>AT DOOR: $25</li><li>Students (Valid ID): $15 (Door only)</li></ul>ASHKENAZ 1317 San Pablo Ave. Berkeley CaParking is available in the REI parking lot across the street after 9 pm. At other times, street parking is available on Gilman, San Pablo and neighboring streets. Please respect Ashkenaz's neighbors and keep voices down as you walk through the neighborhood, especially late at night.FOR MORE INFO CONTACT <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.handstamp.com/e/bachata-nightz-jd6zdvwl?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3XU18ZyDGtco153xWca68dtMU7R5KV8VupwsX6CcLlHrou7oInjlaWdxE_aem_tV8_B_B_L8UZXDwBdg_-ew">krdance.official@gmail.com</a>

BACHATA Nightz

<h2>Doors 7pm</h2><h2>Beginner-Friendly Dance Lesson 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Mark St. Mary's Louisiana Blues &amp; Zydeco Band is a 5 member band that plays traditional Louisiana blues and zydeco music.Dubbed the "Delta King" and awarded the "Best Zydeco Band" in 2007 by Bay Area Blues Society, Mark's been playing his traditional style of zydeco music since the age of 13. His music is best described as infectious - once the band starts playing, the crowd doesn't want him to stop, yelling "Play One More" over and over!Mark sings in both English &amp; Creole French and the band prides themselves in being able to give the crowd a variety, zydeco, blues, R&amp;B and even a lil' country. Followers of this music loves the excitement it brings and the joy they get from dancing to it, be it a waltz, two-step, line dance or a down home flat-foot zydeco!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Mark St. Mary's Louisiana Blues & Zydeco Band

<h2>Doors 3:30pm</h2><h2>Show 4pm</h2>Afro Fest Bay Area 2026 is more than just an event; it’s an experience, a movement, and a vibrant celebration of African culture, creativity, and connection.Afro Fest was created with a powerful mission: to highlight and uplift young, vibrant artists in the Bay Area and across the African diaspora, including talented creatives from the African continent. This is a platform where art is honored, voices are amplified, and culture is celebrated in its fullest expression.What You Can Expect: Live African Music – Feel the energy of powerful performances that move the soul Traditional Drumming – Experience the heartbeat of Africa through live drum performances Traditional &amp; Cultural Dance – Witness storytelling through movement and rhythm Fashion Show – Explore bold, beautiful African fashion and design Live Performances – Discover incredible artists sharing their gifts on stage Authentic African Cuisine – Taste the richness and diversity of African flavors Local Vendors – Support businesses showcasing unique products, art, and cultureWhy Afro Fest Matters: Afro Fest Bay Area is a space of unity, expression, and empowerment. This is where culture is not only seen but felt. Where artists are not only heard but celebrated. Where community is not only present but alive.Tickets: All Access Ticket for One: $30 All Access Ticket for Two: $50Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Afro Fest

<h2>Doors 11:30am</h2><h2>Show 12pm</h2>The Ashkenaz Open House returns on Sunday, June 7th!Featuring house favorites&nbsp;Zydeco Flames, Bululú, Asheba, SambaDá &amp; TERGA! With dance lessons and exhibitions in Zydeco and Tango.Tickets: FREE!Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Ashkenaz Open House

<h2>Doors 6:30pm</h2><h2>Balkan Dance Lesson at 7pm</h2><h2>Social Dancing 7:30-10pm</h2>Teaching by Nadav Nur and Susie Shoaf.Discover the captivating world of Balkan folk dancing at our monthly event, where we revive the '70s-style Berkeley folk dance scene to the exhilarating rhythms of the Balkans. Join us as we pay homage to the spirit of Ashkenaz founder David Nadel, who first introduced Balkan folk dancing in 1973 by dancing to recorded music that captures the essence of that era.This event is a heartfelt tribute to David Nadel and the music and dance that made Ashkenaz an award-winning dance club. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of Balkan music or a newcomer eager to learn traditional Balkan folk dances, this gathering is for you. Dance teachers and fellow participants will be on hand to instruct and guide you through a diverse array of dances spanning Macedonia, Bulgaria, Romania, Albania, the Roma culture, and more.Expect a mix of fun, easy, and more challenging dances. Come and be a part of this vibrant celebration of Balkan culture through dance and music!Tickets: Advance or Day of Show: $10 (Kids 12 and under are welcome for FREE)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

2nd Wednesday Balkan Folk Dance

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Iko Ya Ya&nbsp;(Pronounced &nbsp;I - KO - YAH-YAH): Since 2013, we’ve been flooding dance halls with &nbsp;the Louisiana-influenced music&nbsp;that gets folks on their the feet – what we like to call “swamp ‘n roll!”Enjoy a full plate of our favorite New Orleans flavored dance gumbo—blues &amp; boogie, Cajun/Zydeco,&nbsp;R&amp;B, Second Line, and even a lil’ Country—all delivered with a Mardi Gras vibe!&nbsp;From the San Francisco Bay Area, Iko YaYa’s members are longtime veterans of some other bay area favorite dance bands,&nbsp;including California Cajun Orchestra, SwingThing, CZ &amp; The Bon Vivants, The Poyntlyss Sistars,&nbsp;Medicine Ball Band,&nbsp;Mark St. Mary, The California Blue Runners &amp; The Mangroves.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Iko Ya Ya

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Legendary flatpicker Eric Thompson (Black Mountain Boys,&nbsp;&nbsp;David Nelson, David Grisman) has assembled a dream team for a fresh approach to the music of his teenage years, when he was a spitting distance witness to the birth of the Warlocks, soon to become the Grateful Dead.&nbsp;&nbsp;Thompson (at age 17) had been playing in several bluegrass bands with Jerry Garcia (Black Mountain Boys, Asphalt Jungle Mountain Boys, etc) as well as in Mother McCree's Uptown Jug Champions, which also included his buddy Pigpen.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was living across the hall from Phil Lesh when the Warlocks began, but he himself had no interest in “going electric” and continued to play acoustic guitar, releasing a landmark bluegrass guitar album on Kicking Mule and, later, award-winning Cajun albums with the California Cajun Orchestra.Dead Roots Revival includes: Keyboardist and composer extraordinaire&nbsp;Sam Reider&nbsp;&nbsp;(Jon Batiste, Sierra Hull, Laurie Lewis, Paquito d’Rivera) Lifetime bluegrass insider&nbsp;Corbin Pagter&nbsp;(Crooked Jades, Country Ham, Mt. Diablo String Band) Percussionist and rhythm dancer Keith Terry (Crosspulse, Pickle Family Circus, Evie Ladin Band) Multi-instrumentalist&nbsp;Paul Kotapish&nbsp;(Wake the Dead, New Vintage Revelers) Bassist&nbsp;Mark Schatz&nbsp;(Tony Rice, Bela Fleck,&nbsp;John Hartford, Nickel Creek, Sarah Jarosz.) Special guest fiddler and vocalist&nbsp;Suzy Thompson&nbsp;(Maria Muldaur, Jim Kweskin, Meredith Axelrod &amp; Craig Ventresco)Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Eric Thompson's Dead Roots Revival

<h2>Doors: 6:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 7:30pm</h2>Mortified Presents: MORTI-PRIDE, an All-LGBTQ+ show!Hailed as a "cultural phenomenon" by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.newsweek.com/2006/07/23/it-s-better-and-cheaper-than-therapy.html">Newsweek</a> and celebrated for years by the likes of This American Life, The Today Show, The Onion AV Club, &amp; Entertainment Weekly, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.getmortified.com/">Mortified</a> is a comic excavation of teen angst artifacts (journals, poems, letters, lyrics, home movies, schoolwork) as shared by their original authors -- in front of total strangers! Where else can you hear grown men and women confront their past with firsthand tales of their first kiss, first puff, worst prom, fights with mom, life at bible camp, worst hand job, best mall job, and reasons they deserved to marry Bon Jovi? Submissions come from a wide range of participants, from professional performers to total amateurs. All in the noble pursuit of self-degradation. Share the shame.For more information, visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://mortified.com">mortified.com</a>.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $25 Day of Show: $35 Student: $25 (at the door only with valid ID)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

MORTI-PRIDE!

<h2>Doors 10pm</h2><h2>Show 10:30pm</h2>Shelby Ash Presents in conjunction with Ashkenaz the official unofficial Bob Dylan After Show!Join us after the final night of Bob Dylan's two-night run at the Greek for the official unofficial Bob Dylan After Show at Ashkenaz. It's the Dylan tribute you didn't know you needed, but as it turns out, you need this one.Long Time Curse performs joyous, career-spanning celebrations of Bob Dylan's music, featuring front-man Chip Godwin (Los Angeles, CA) and a collection of top-notch musicians from all corners of the country. This performance will feature Chris Vorhees (Knoxville, TN), Eli Salus-Kleiner (Los Angeles, CA), Jamie Daniels (Los Angeles, CA), Anna Elva Cucciardo (San Francisco) and more to be announced! Don't you dare miss it!Join us. Celebrate. Dance. Drink. Be merry.Listen: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://m.soundcloud.com/chip-godwin￼https://chipgodwin.bandcamp.com/album/finally-arrived">https://m.soundcloud.com/chip-godwin </a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://chipgodwin.bandcamp.com/album/finally-arrived">https://chipgodwin.bandcamp.com/album/finally-arrived</a>RSVP:&nbsp; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://facebook.com/events/s/bob-dylan-after-show-with-chip/4326040904314186">https://facebook.com/events/s/bob-dylan-after-show-with-chip/4326040904314186</a>Tickets: Advance: $15 Day of Show: $20 Student discount price: $10 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

The Bob Dylan After Show

<h1>Doors 7pm</h1><h1>Show 8pm</h1>A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz’s Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh &amp; Friends, Melvin Seals &amp; JGB, Ghosts of Electricity), a revolving cast of incredibly talented musicians inhabits Mars Hotel, drawing from the Grateful Dead’s vast catalog to delight Deadheads and dancers of all generations. A Mars Hotel show is always an energetic evening of good vibes, good music, and good community.When it became apparent that Jerry Garcia had played his final show in 1995, Stu Allen began working to keep Garcia’s music, sound, and spirit alive in the concert setting. He regularly worked with Phil Lesh and has also played sets with Bob Weir and Bill Kreutzmann. Allen is perhaps most known for fronting Melvin Seals’ tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band from 2004 to 2011. He received more national acclaim in 2010 when he toured with Dark Star Orchestra. Allen shares the Grateful Dead’s commitment to making each performance a unique event, from preparation to execution. He will perform multiple shows before playing the same song twice, and even then, that song will not be realized in quite the same way.Mars Hotel takes this idea a step further by presenting a new band at each performance. Drawing from the rich music scene of the Bay Area, Allen has assembled a broad and ever-rotating group of musicians that makes each concert a once-only experience. As far as Grateful Dead tribute bands go, this is a concept that has never been done before.Tickets: Advance: $30 Day of Show: $35 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Stu Allen & Mars Hotel

<h2>Doors: 7pm Beginner-Friendly Tango Dance Lesson: 7:30pm Show: 8:30pm</h2>Join us Thursday, June 18th for our monthly tango event, Third Thursday Tango!Expect a lively tango performance, a captivating DJ set, and an all levels dance class with Sascha Jacobsen – Beginners welcome!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Third Thursday Tango

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us Friday, June 19th for Tablao Flamenco!Experience the energy of Andalucía’s flamenco tablaos—intimate, direct, and alive. Every moment unfolds in real time, shaped by the artists and the room.Featuring Marina Elana, Melissa Cruz, Fanny Ara, Jesse Torre, Marlon Aldana, and Cachito Diaz.Tickets: Advance: $25 Day of Show: $30 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Tablao Flamenco

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Founded in 2012 by Nabila Mango, Aswat Women’s Ensemble (AWE) is the only all-female Arab music group in the United States. Based in the Bay Area, the ensemble is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of Arabic musical traditions, ranging from classical and folkloric to contemporary styles.Beyond its diverse repertoire, AWE serves as a vital space for female agency, empowering its members to lead artistic and programming decisions through performance and collaboration. By centering women’s voices, the AWE nurtures a unique environment where cultural heritage and community empowerment intersect through the universal language of music.For this special concert at Ashkenaz, they will be performing lively wedding songs from the Arab world directed by violinist Briana Di Mara, and will be joined by special guests Salma El Assal and Nicole Maria. Don’t miss this extraordinary night of music and dance!&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $25 Day of Show: $30 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready) Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Zaghareet: Wedding Songs of the Arab World

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>The China Cats are: <a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="wixui-rich-text__text" href="https://www.thechinacats.com/matt-hartle">Matt Hartle</a>, lead guitar and vocals <a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="wixui-rich-text__text" href="https://www.thechinacats.com/scott-cooper">Scott Cooper</a>, rhythm guitar and vocals <a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="wixui-rich-text__text" href="https://www.thechinacats.com/steve-sofranko">Steve Sofranko</a>, keyboards and vocals <a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="wixui-rich-text__text" href="https://www.thechinacats.com/rockin-roger">Roger Sideman</a>, bass and vocals <a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="wixui-rich-text__text" href="https://www.thechinacats.com/michael-owens">Michael Owens</a>, drumsThe China Cats are the premier Grateful Dead tribute band in Santa Cruz and the San Francisco Bay Area.&nbsp; The current lineup of the China Cats have been performing the music of the Grateful Dead since 2010.Additionally, we've put on shows with many guest musicians, including: Donna Jean Godchaux, Melvin Seals, Bill Laymon, Dan Robbins, Danny Eisenberg, Burt Lewis, Sunshine Becker, Paul Garcia, Bret Bailey, Jeff Faust, Amy Gabel Berry, Mike Meagher, Rob Wenig, Paige Clem, Bella Rayne, Neil Hampton, Dave Faulkner, Andy Birchett, Mark Corsolini, Keith Graves, Jimmy Hubbard, Jim Lewin, Will McCosker, and Jerry Brown.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

The China Cats ft. Jerry Saracini

<h2>Doors 7pm</h2><h2>Beginner-Friendly Dance Lesson 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>The Back Dimples are an electrifying new Zydeco band based in Oakland, CA. With a mission to ignite the dance floor, they serve up irresistible grooves that will compel even the most hesitant dancers to move their feet. Drawing inspiration from the greats like Clifton Chenier and Buckwheat Zydeco, Back Dimples infuses their music with a range of influences, including blues, R&amp;B, jazz, Cumbia and ska. Their sound is a testament to the Bay Area’s diverse and vibrant music scene.The band may be new, but it’s members are no strangers to the Bay Area music scene. Back Dimples is composed of seasoned musicians, each bringing their own unique flavor to the mix. Craig Berletti leads the group with his soulful accordion playing and vocals, anchoring the bands sound. Tony Owen’s guitar work adds a fiery edge, while Dave Eagle’s percussion adds a funk and syncopated flavor. Tarah Williams lends her powerhouse vocals to the mix, and Lorenzo Loera holds down the low end on bass and adds his own vocal stylings, while Beau Bradberry on drums brings an infectious and dynamic groove to the rhythm section.With their deep roots in Zydeco tradition and their fearless exploration of new sounds, Back Dimples is sure to get you moving and keep you grooving all night long.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

The Back Dimples

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Trikaya is an Indo-African world music trio that weaves the ancient and the contemporary, bridging diverse musical traditions through rhythm, melody, and improvisation.Each performance becomes a meditative journey, fluid and evolving, inviting listeners into a collective state where structure dissolves, borders soften, and music moves as a living spirit.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready) Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Trikaya

<h2>Doors 7pm</h2><h2>Show 7:30pm</h2>Join us Wednesday, July 1st for the return of Todd Bugbee’s Dead Roses at Ashkenaz!More info TBA.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Todd Bugbee's Dead Roses

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Afro Dead&nbsp;is a musical collective formed in 2022 by&nbsp;Aaron Feder to reimagine the music of the&nbsp;Grateful Dead in Afro-Pop styles, such as soukous, Afrobeat, high-life, reggae and more. He has been able to use his experience as founder and band leader of&nbsp;Alma Afrobeat Ensemble&nbsp;(four albums, four US tours) and co-founder of the record label&nbsp;Slow Walk Music&nbsp;(home to African music made in Spain) resulting in a Summer 2024 tour of the US and Canada, and a Fall 2024 tour of Spain.For 2026 the band will feature the amazing singer London Kay, most known for touring with Heart and the internationally touring Grateful Dead act Terrapin Flyer.Aaron Feder has been a lifelong participant in the Grateful Dead’s music scene, having played and recorded with Grammy award winners&nbsp;Peter Rowan and Eric Krasno, as well as members of&nbsp;Phil Lesh and Friends, Greensky Bluegrass, Leftover Salmon, Everyone Orchestra and much more. Aaron’s varied musical experiences has helped create a vibrant, one-of-a-kind musical project, mixing classic Americana compositions with danceable African grooves and a healthy dose of improvisation.The band’s version of Dark Star was featured on the compilation “The Music Plays the Band” alongside Dark Star Orchestra, Oteil Burbridge, ALO and many more.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Afro Dead

<h2>Doors: 7pm Beginner-Friendly Tango Dance Lesson: 7:30pm Show: 8:30pm</h2>Join us Thursday, July 16th for our monthly tango event, Third Thursday Tango!Expect a lively tango performance, a captivating DJ set, and an all levels dance class with Sascha Jacobsen – Beginners welcome!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors 7pm</h2><h2>Show 7:30pm</h2>Just Announced! Stay tuned for more info.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $10 (Only at door—have your student ID ready) Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

T Marie & Bayou Juju

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Beginner-Friendly Dance Lesson 8pm</h2><h2>Show 8:30pm</h2>Back by Popular Demand: Havana Night with Los Boleros!Join us Saturday, July 18th for a night filled with vibrant rhythms and captivating melodies that you won’t want to miss! Los Boleros is bringing the full band, featuring the incredible Felix Samuel and Zareen on vocals.We’ll kick off the evening with a lively Salsa lesson led by the fabulous Rebecca Miller. Later, experience the magic of the Bay Area’s most beloved traditional Cuban band, Los Boleros.Join us on the Ashkenaz dance floor (voted Best Dance Floor in the East Bay) and let your passion guide you through an enchanting night of music and dance. Don’t miss out—grab your tickets now!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Havana Night with Los Boleros

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us Thursday, July 23rd for the return of The Itals!Featuring Donny Rasta and JAHBUDDA! Band and more local reggae support acts and DJs to be announced shortly.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $25 Day of Show: $30 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

The Itals

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us Saturday, July 25th for Soji&nbsp;&amp; the Afrobeat Band.Former guitarist for the legendary Fela Kuti, Soji carries with him the transcendent spirit of authentic Afrobeat and Highlife music. His sound and his mastery of the guitar are irresistible. It is music for movement, for celebration, for elevation.Soji draws on an extensive background in Nigerian Afrobeat, highlife, and spiritual music, bringing a unique sensibility to his West African guitar interpretations. Since settling down in the SF Bay Area, Soji has been active in the African music scene, and is a founding member of The Afrobeat Connexion and The Nigerian Brothers, as well as being a supporting musician for various acts such as The West African Highlife Band and Kotoja.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Soji & the Afrobeat Band

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us Wednesday, August 5th for Marin-based Funk, Soul &amp; Blues band KOI.More info TBA.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student: $15 (Only at door w/valid student ID)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Door 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Kanekoa is one of Hawaii’s premier live music experiences, consistently selling out shows wherever they perform. Playing what is described as “ukulele-powered Hawaiian jam-rock,” their sound is based on the untapped potential of the electrified Hawaiian ukulele. Guided by the culture and land of Hawai‘i, Kanekoa is right at home playing any type of genre from traditional Hawaiian to 80’s Pop to Jamband Blues, uniquely offering their signature electric ukulele sound to everything they play. Wherever this band plays people are mesmerized, they have caught the ear of some of the biggest names in music including Mick Fleetwood, Los Lobos, and Bill Kreutzman from the Grateful Dead who even called Kanekoa, “The Hawaiian Grateful Dead”. With every show they play, Kanekoa continues to gain new loyal fans. — To hear this band, and the music that comes from their four strings…is to love this band.Tickets: Advance: $30 Day of Show: $35 Student: $15 (Only at door with valid student ID)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Kanekoa

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Guajirón plays infectious and high-energy&nbsp;Cuban Dance Music, with original arrangements of "top hits in Cuba" from 1930's till 1980's, flavored with strong New Orleans and Tropical Jazz influences.&nbsp;We give our hearts to make a musical connection between us and you.&nbsp;Our shows are filled with smiling people dancing and having a good time. Some dance salsa, others just shake their butt, or close their eyes in bliss.​On top of our dance shows, we also have Cuban and Tropical Jazz programs, featuring our take on spicy Jazz songs as played in the Caribbean.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student: $15 (Only at door with valid student ID)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Guajirón

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us Friday, August 21st for Berkley-based Big Band Morchestra!More info TBA.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student: $15 (Only at door with valid student ID)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Morchestra

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us Saturday, August 22nd for a special dance concert to celebrate Bululú’s third album! There will be special guests and many surprises along the way, stay tuned for more info!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Bululú Album Release Party

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Iko Ya Ya&nbsp;(Pronounced &nbsp;I - KO - YAH-YAH): Since 2013, we’ve been flooding dance halls with &nbsp;the Louisiana-influenced music&nbsp;that gets folks on their the feet – what we like to call “swamp ‘n roll!”Enjoy a full plate of our favorite New Orleans flavored dance gumbo—blues &amp; boogie, Cajun/Zydeco,&nbsp;R&amp;B, Second Line, and even a lil’ Country—all delivered with a Mardi Gras vibe!&nbsp;From the San Francisco Bay Area, Iko YaYa’s members are longtime veterans of some other bay area favorite dance bands,&nbsp;including California Cajun Orchestra, SwingThing, CZ &amp; The Bon Vivants, The Poyntlyss Sistars,&nbsp;Medicine Ball Band,&nbsp;Mark St. Mary, The California Blue Runners &amp; The Mangroves.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready) Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Khalifa Snyder, professionally known as Khalifa do Accordion, is an internationally recognized accordionist, pianist, keyboardist, and bass guitarist. Originally from Northeastern Brazil, Khalifa has been electrifying stages&nbsp;since his first stage appearance at age 11. He's gone on to perform live music for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and festivals. Now based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Khalifa brings the vibrant energy of Brazilian music together with jazz, pop, and world beats to create unforgettable experiences. Whether you need elegant background piano music for a cocktail hour, lively accordion for a wedding reception, or a full Brazilian band for a corporate party, Khalifa delivers professional, high-quality entertainment tailored to your event.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Khalifa do Accordion

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Quattro is an eclectic world music fusion jam band on a mission to have big fun and bring joy to the people. Fresh new originals, timeless classic tunes, international pop, rock and funky gems - Quattro always has something special hidden up our sleeves.&nbsp; Multi-part harmonies, soaring trumpet solos, intricate arrangements, rhythmic guitars and solid percussion is what we're all about. Known to cause spontaneous dancing and elevated endorphin, dopamine and serotonin levels.Quattro is Mel Bearns (Guitar/Vocals), Lexington Vermouth (Drums),&nbsp;Rick Zilla (Guitar/Vocals), Brian Vandemark (Bass/Vocals), Benjamin Badura (Trumpet​/Vocals), Aimee Abett (Vocals/Percussion), and Martin Garro (Percussion/Lighting).Paper Kayak is known for their fine Reggae and Island-infused World music. Instigators of good times and spontaneous dancing, keepers of the groove, and providers of good times and joyful experiences.Paper Kayak is&nbsp;Keith Roberson (Guitalele/Ukulele/Vox/Percussion), Marcus Cole (Keyboard/Guitar/Vox), Jared Karol (Guitar/Harmonica), Jan Liband (Percussion), Mel Bearns (Bass/Vox/Guitar/Percussion), and Benjamin Badura (Trumpet/Vox).Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready) Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Quattro

<h2>Doors 7pm</h2><h2>Beginner-Friendly Dance Lesson 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Tom Rigney is one of the premier American Roots Music fiddle players on the planet. His band, Tom Rigney &amp; Flambeau, specializes in blazing Cajun and Zydeco two-steps, low-down Blues, funky New Orleans grooves, Boogie Woogie piano, and heartbreakingly beautiful ballads and waltzes. Much of the repertoire is composed by Rigney, but they mix in some classics from the Cajun/New Orleans songbook. Along the way you may pick up a trace of Rigney’s Irish roots, or echoes of folk music styles–it just makes the musical gumbo that much tastier.Flambeau showcases Rigney’s fiery, virtuoso fiddling, his charismatic stage presence, and his range and originality as a composer. He and Flambeau have forged a unique sound that blends American Roots styles into something original and HOT–mixing irresistible grooves with deep musicality and spectacular soloing. Rigney’s high-energy showmanship pulls the audience into his performances and makes them feel they are a part of the music and the show.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Tom Rigney & Flambeau

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Local community brass fanfares, FZ (Fanfare Zambaleta), are excited to host this coming Balkan Sundays, May 24. Bring your “axes” to join on tunes you know and dancing shoes to enjoy the middle of a long weekend.&nbsp; Ivan Velev will be teaching a dancer refresher at 7:30. Music at 8 until 10:30. Join the village: dance on the horo/kolo/oro line dance, free-style it, be merry, or a wall flower. Fanfare Zambaleta (zambaleta = crazy street party with music) is an eight piece Balkan Brass band specializing in spirited music of the Serbian, Macedonian, Bulgarian, Greek and especially the Romani people. Combining a love of the classic brass bands of the past with the modern sounds coming out of the Balkans, Fanfare Zambaleta brings an irresistible blend of old and new to get you dancing! They've learned from some of the greats including Demiran Ćerimović, Džambo Aguševi Orkestar and Nizo Alimov (of Kočani Orkestar) and are now embarking on a new journey to write original tunes inspired by their deep love of the music.Note, after this Balkan Sundays, we’ll be taking a break until the Fall. Be sure to check <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://bayareabalkan.com">bayareabalkan.com</a> to stay in the loop!Tickets: FREE!Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Balkan Sundays

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us Saturday, May 23rd for a special presentation of Namaskar by Sameer Gupta.'Namaskar, a Sanskrit salutation expressing reverence and respect, is the name of the debut solo recording of gifted drummer and tabla player Sameer Gupta. This project presents a combination of golden era Bollywood standard, Indian ragas and thumris (traditional folk songs) + originals penned by Gupta.Featuring: Prasant Radhakrishnan - Carnatic Sax Kai Eckhardt - Bass David Boyce - Sax + Effects and Samples Javier Navarette - Percussion And Special Guest Siddique Ahmed - RubabTickets: Advance: $25 Day of Show: $30 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Namaskar by Sameer Gupta

Join us at Rico Fridays (bi-monthly) for a night packed with the best of Salsa, Timba, Bachata all night long and a high energy dance floor! 💃🕺 *** Doors open 7:30pm *** Beginner friendly Salsa Dance Lesson 8:00pm *** Social Dancing 9:00pm- 1:00amSpinning your favorite music: DJ RonTickets Advance: $16 ( Sales end Fri May. 22 4pm ) Day of event: $25 Student: $15 at the door with Valid 2026 school IDASHKENAZ 1317 San Pablo Ave Berkeley, CAParking is available in the REI parking lot across the street after 9 pm. At other times, street parking is available on Gilman, San Pablo and neighboring streets. Please respect Ashkenaz's neighbors and keep voices down as you walk through the neighborhood, especially late at night.FOR MORE INFO CONTACT <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:krdance.official@gmail.com">krdance.official@gmail.com</a>

Rico Fridays

<h2>Doors 7pm Beginner-Friendly Tango Dance Lesson 7:30pm Show 8:30pm</h2>Join us Thursday, May 21st for our monthly tango event, Third Thursday Tango, featuring&nbsp;Charles Gorczynski and&nbsp;Scott O’Day! Bandoneonist and composer Charles Gorczynski is back in the Bay Area for a series of performances, one night only in duo with tango guitarist Scott O’Day at Ashkenaz!&nbsp;Minneapolis-based composer and bandoneonist Charles Gorczynski works in contemporary tango, new music, and studio production. He leads the acclaimed modern tango outfits <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.charlesgorczynski.com/cgtq">Charles Gorczynski Tango Quartet</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://redwoodtango.com/">Redwood Tango Ensemble</a>, and is the director of the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.twincitiestango.com/">Twin Cities Tango Collective</a>. Charles is a deeply established musician and community organizer with a distinct voice in creative new music, stemming from his upbringing in jazz/improvised music and decades of tango composition and performance. Scott O’Day is a member of the contemporary tango music scene. He is the artistic director of the acclaimed Scott O’Day Tango Trio. He has performed extensively in North America, South America, and Europe. He is also the director of the San Francisco Community Music Center Tango Ensemble, which serves as an incubator program for the Bay Area tango music scene. Scott studied with many notable tango legends in Buenos Aires, and attended La Escuela de Música Popular de Avellaneda in Buenos Aires to complete his formal training.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us for Night 2 of Ashkenaz’s first ever back-to-back Dead Night x Bluegrass Barn Jam!Tuesday, May 19th: Garcia Grisman &amp; Grass JamWednesday, May 20th: Next-Gen Dead Jam (plus Grass Jam)Hosted By Spencer KrenzFeaturing Arel Kotzen, Anna Elva, Markus Rezak, Murph Murphy &amp; Scott Guberman, Teo Quale, Tuki Walker, Tyler Stegall &amp; Ryan TrioloMore Special Guests TBATickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready) FREE for musicians with instrumentAshkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).&nbsp;

Dead Night x Bluegrass Barn Jam

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us May 19th and 20th for the first ever back-to-back Ashkenaz Dead Night x Bluegrass Barn Jam!Tuesday, May 19th: Garcia Grisman &amp; Grass JamWednesday, May 20th: Next-Gen Dead Jam (plus Grass Jam)Hosted By Spencer KrenzFeaturing Arel Kotzen, Anna Elva, Markus Rezak, Murph Murphy &amp; Scott Guberman, Teo Quale, Tuki Walker, Tyler Stegall &amp; Ryan TrioloMore Special Guests TBATickets: Advance: $10 Day of Show: $15 Student discount price: $5 (Only at door—have your student ID ready) FREE for musicians with instrumentAshkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors 3:30pm</h2><h2>Show 4pm</h2>Bishop O’Dowd High School’s Music Department presents it’s annual “Jazz Bands End of the Year Blowout” celebration at Berkeley’s own Ashkenaz on Sunday, May 17th at 4pm. Featured will be O’Dowd’s talented Jazz band students in Jazz Workshop, Jazz Combo, and Honors Jazz Band. Music will run a wide spectrum from Thelonius Monk to Quincy Jones and Herbie Hancock with plenty of stylistic stops in between. Don’t miss this great way to end the school year!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $10 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

 Bishop O'Dowd High School Jazz Bands

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Beginner-Friendly Dance Lesson 8pm</h2><h2>Show 8:30pm</h2>The big guy from out West and larger than life energy (he’s also 6’5’) performer, guitarist, singer, banjoist, songwriter, composer, entertainer, musical historian and teacher Mitch Polzak wears his heart on his sleeve and his playing in his heart.Polzak performs rockabilly and 60’s country music with the religious fervor of Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash and delivers a Honky Tonk ballad with the sincerity of Merle Haggard and Waylon Jennings. Mitch will bring a room to a fevered pitch of joyous energy on the dance floor and then tell you a story in a song like two old friends sitting at a kitchen table at midnight.Polzak’s abundant joy in communicating with people through music leaps off the stage through every fiber of his being. Being fluent in the musical languages of Country, Rockabilly, Honky Tonk, The Bakersfield Sound, Surf, early Rock and Roll, Bluegrass, Cajun, Blues, and Truck Driving music gives Polzak the unique voice of the melting pot of the American musical experience.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Mitch Polzak

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us Friday, May 15th for&nbsp;Mehrekhāni / Chant of Compassion: A Benefit Concert for Iran.Featuring: Yara Daneshvar — Traditional Vocal Neda Yaseri — Folklore Vocal Asaf Ophir — Clarinet Siamak Barghi — Kamancheh Nariman Assadi — Percussion Arya Tavalaee — Santour Sina Dibaj — Percussion Sirvan Manhoobi — Oud, Shourangiz, Composer &amp; ArrangerTickets: Standard Supporter: $25 Conscious Supporter: $50 Charitable Supporter: $75 Generous Supporter: $100All proceeds will support the families affected by the war through Keep Children in School Foundation, an OFCA Licensed 501c3 organization. Additional donations can be made directly on their website using this link: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://kcisfoundation.org/vatan/">https://kcisfoundation.org/vatan/</a>Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted). <img src="https://ssl.gstatic.com/ui/v1/icons/mail/images/cleardot.gif">

Mehrekhāni / Chant of Compassion

<h2>Doors 6:30pm Balkan Dance Lesson at 7pm Social Dancing 7:30-10pm</h2>Teaching by Nadav Nur and Susie Shoaf.Discover the captivating world of Balkan folk dancing at our monthly event, where we revive the '70s-style Berkeley folk dance scene to the exhilarating rhythms of the Balkans. Join us as we pay homage to the spirit of Ashkenaz founder David Nadel, who first introduced Balkan folk dancing in 1973 by dancing to recorded music that captures the essence of that era.This event is a heartfelt tribute to David Nadel and the music and dance that made Ashkenaz an award-winning dance club. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of Balkan music or a newcomer eager to learn traditional Balkan folk dances, this gathering is for you. Dance teachers and fellow participants will be on hand to instruct and guide you through a diverse array of dances spanning Macedonia, Bulgaria, Romania, Albania, the Roma culture, and more.Expect a mix of fun, easy, and more challenging dances. Come and be a part of this vibrant celebration of Balkan culture through dance and music!Tickets: Advance or Day of Show: $10 (Kids 12 and under are welcome for FREE)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors: 6:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 7:30pm</h2>Mortified returns to Ashkenaz on Saturday, May 9th.&nbsp;Hailed as a "cultural phenomenon" by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.newsweek.com/2006/07/23/it-s-better-and-cheaper-than-therapy.html">Newsweek</a> and celebrated for years by the likes of This American Life, The Today Show, The Onion AV Club, &amp; Entertainment Weekly, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.getmortified.com/">Mortified</a> is a comic excavation of teen angst artifacts (journals, poems, letters, lyrics, home movies, schoolwork) as shared by their original authors -- in front of total strangers! Where else can you hear grown men and women confront their past with firsthand tales of their first kiss, first puff, worst prom, fights with mom, life at bible camp, worst hand job, best mall job, and reasons they deserved to marry Bon Jovi? Submissions come from a wide range of participants, from professional performers to total amateurs. All in the noble pursuit of self-degradation. Share the shame.For more information, visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://mortified.com">mortified.com</a>.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $25 Day of Show: $35 Student: $25 (at the door only with valid ID)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Mortified

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Considered to be one of the rising stars of the Bay Area music scene, Matt Lazarus continues to win new fans with his guitar playing and singing, performing&nbsp;regularly with jam band artists Stu Allen &amp; Mars Hotel, Alex Jordan &amp; Friends, Pete Sawyer &amp; The Left Hand Monkey Wrench Gang, Grateful Voodoo, Minglewood Boys, Jon Chi &amp; The Pacific Syndicate, Mo’lasses, and with his own original group, Matt Lazarus Band. He has formed Matt Lazarus &amp; Friends to carry on the Grateful Dead legacy with an emphasis towards celebrating Bob Weir, as Lazarus has become one of the premier “Bobbys” of the strong Bay Area Dead scene.Coming off a successful debut performance in Mill Valley, Ashkenaz welcomes Matt Lazarus &amp; Friends for their second show on Friday, May 8th — you won’t want to miss this!&nbsp;&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Matt Lazarus & Friends 

The place to dance Bachata on the 1st Thursday of the month! 📍 Ashkenaz – BerkeleyTHURSDAY MAY 7 What started in 2017 with your host Kathy Reyes and DJ Migz has grown into a beloved monthly bachata tradition, and it’s all thanks to YOU.<ul><li>Tell your friends</li><li>Bring your dance crew</li><li>Grab your tickets early and save</li></ul>This night is going to be one for the books 💃🔥 <ul><li>Doors Open: 7:30 PM</li><li>Beginner-Friendly Bachata Lesson: 8:00 PM with Xavier Stefano</li><li>Social Dancing: 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM DJ RON&nbsp;in the mix all night long</li></ul>🎟 TICKETS <ul><li>Advance Tickets: $16</li><li>AT DOOR: $25</li><li>Students (Valid ID): $15 (Door only)</li></ul>ASHKENAZ 1317 San Pablo Ave. Berkeley CaParking is available in the REI parking lot across the street after 9 pm. At other times, street parking is available on Gilman, San Pablo and neighboring streets. Please respect Ashkenaz's neighbors and keep voices down as you walk through the neighborhood, especially late at night.FOR MORE INFO CONTACT <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.handstamp.com/e/bachata-nightz-jd6zdvwl?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3XU18ZyDGtco153xWca68dtMU7R5KV8VupwsX6CcLlHrou7oInjlaWdxE_aem_tV8_B_B_L8UZXDwBdg_-ew">krdance.official@gmail.com</a>

<h2>Doors: 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 8pm</h2>Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra is a seven-piece acoustic band from Oslo, Norway, that has captured hearts in both Norway and the US with its unique blend of bluegrass and Nordic folk – a style often dubbed “Nordicana.” Featuring fiddle, dobro, banjo, mandolin, guitar, and even an accordion alongside four-part vocal harmonies, the group delivers a fresh take on American roots music wrapped in a finely tuned folk sound. Fronted by Rebekka Nilsson – winner of the 2022 IBMA Momentum “Vocalist of the Year” award – Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra combines original songs, classic tunes, and timeless covers into an energetic and soulful repertoire.Tickets: Advance: $30 Day of Show: $35 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra

<h2>Doors 6:30pm</h2><h2>Show 7pm</h2>Join us Sunday, May 3rd for An Exploration of the Traditional String Instruments and Vocal Traditions of the Portuguese Madeira Island.Professor Roberto Moniz, teaches traditional music and is an expert in chordophone instruments, the family of stringed instruments that including the “machete” (the precursor to the ukulele), which was carried with the Madeirans brought to the Hawaiian Islands to work on the sugar plantations.Professor Moniz will demonstrate, perform, and explain the traditional Madeiran chordophone instruments and vocal arrangements, including the cultural relevance. Professor Moniz has his Masters in Music instruction, and currently instructing at the Conservatório Escola das Artes da Madeira.A two hour interactive workshop for ukulele and other chordophone performers will be held the day before the performance on Saturday, May 2nd from 10am-12pm – all are invited to bring their instruments and participate.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

The Island Music of Madeira

<h2>Doors 3pm</h2><h2>Show 3:30pm</h2>Join us for the third edition of our Sunday Sunshine Series with Asheba!Asheba is a musical storyteller who specializes in calypso, the musical and folkloric oral tradition of Trinidad, his homeland. Stories of hope and happiness are the focus of his songs, which range from original lullabies to fast tempo tunes to remakes of classics such as Itsy Bitsy Spider, Five Little Monkeys, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, and You Are My Sunshine.Because his music is for all ages, abilities and backgrounds, you’ll find children and parents alike joyfully singing, clapping and dancing along to it. Asheba’s songs are currently available on four CDs: “Go Itsy,” “No More Monkeys,” and “Children are the sunshine.” His last release is titled “In The Kid Zone.Asheba also formerly directed&nbsp;an award-winning division of international children’s music known as ‘Putumayo Kids’ in collaboration with world music record label <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.putumayo.com/about">Putumayo</a>. We are excited to welcome him back to Ashkenaz for the debut of our monthly Sunday Sunshine Series.Tickets: General Admission (for All Ages): $10 FREE Admission during Birthday MonthAshkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Sunday Sunshine Series

Join us for the 25th Herdeljezi Romani Festival on Saturday, May 2nd, Voice of Roma’s annual springtime celebration of Balkan Romani music, dance and culture that culminates in a concert and dance party at 8pm. The evening events begin at 5:30pm with a free panel discussion featuring festival artists and covering the human rights of Romani communities amidst shifting political climates, followed by a free Romani dance workshop at 7pm.The Herdeljezi Festival Band highlights the traditional music of Balkan Roma as well as contemporary innovations. The Festival Band features star clarinetist Ismail Lumanovski, with Chris Bajmakovic, Hristina Ilioska, Benji Rifati, Rumen Sali Shopov and Janie Cowan. The opening evening set features local favorite Ensemble Meraklii.&nbsp;Schedule: 1-2:15pm: Drum Workshop with Rumen Sali Shopov 1-2:15pm: Accordion and Multi-instrumental workshop with Chris Bajmakovic 2:30-3:45pm: Balkan Singing Workshop with Hristina Ilioska 4-5:15pm: Balkan Romani Melody workshop with Ismail Lumanovski 5:30-7pm: FREE Panel discussion begins; Doors open for evening concert ticket holders&nbsp; 7-8pm: FREE Romani Dance Workshop 8pm: Concert and Dance Party 8-9pm: Balkan Ensemble Meraklii 9:30pm-12:00am: Herdeljezi Festival Band&nbsp;Tickets: General Admission (evening concert): $35/$30 adv Students Ticket (evening concert): $30 (at the door with valid student ID) Workshop Registration (per session): $25/$20 adv Student Workshop Registration (per session): $20 All Workshop Pass: $65/$60 adv Student All Workshop Pass: $55 (at the door with valid student ID)The Festival is presented by Voice of Roma, co-presented by Berkeley Balkan Bacchanal and hosted by Ashkenaz Music and Dance Center.&nbsp;The Festival is funded by Berkeley Civic Arts and the National Arts Relief Fund.&nbsp;Graphic design by Jenette Sellin.Contact festival production manager Peter Bonos, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:peterbonos@gmail.com">peterbonos@gmail.com</a> for further information, including volunteer opportunities.Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Herdeljezi Romani Festival

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>A Night of Persian Classical &amp; Spiritual Music with the Poetry of Rumi Experience an enchanting evening of music, poetry, and movement inspired by the timeless works of Rumi and Hafez. This program brings together masterful musicians and performers to explore the depth of Persian and Kurdish traditions.Performers: Ashkan Ghaffari — Tar Aryan Rahmanian — Persian classical &amp; spiritual vocals, Setar Amirabbas Etemadzadeh — Tombak, Daf Raman Osman — Kurdish vocals, Saz Mana Shams — Sama (spiritual whirling dance)Program: Part I: Kurdish songs Part II: Persian classical instrumental solo Part III: Persian classical instrumental and vocal ensemble Part IV: Persian spiritual songs and dance (Sama)Tickets: Advance: $20 Advance Donor: $30 (includes entry + $10 donation towards Persian cultural heritage &amp; continuity) Day of Show: $25 Day of Show Donor: $35 (includes entry + $10 donation towards Persian cultural heritage &amp; continuity) Student: $15 (at the door with valid ID only)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

A Night of Persian Classical and Spiritual Music with the Poetry of Rumi

<h2>Doors 7pm</h2><h2>Beginner-Friendly Dance Lesson 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Dwight Carrier popularly known as, “The Black Cat” has become one of the most exciting Zydeco Accordionist of this era. He is deeply rooted in the “Carrier” family tradition, where music has always been a passion and implemented into much of their families past time. He embraces both his family tradition as well as his Cajun Creole Culture. Dwight has always had a unique style that infuses his zydeco, blues, country and R&amp;B influences.Growing up in the small town of Church Point, LA in a time where rap music was gaining momentum, Dwight’s friends would laugh when he and his brother Joseph chose not to take that route. Initially, Joseph played the accordion while Dwight played the drums. It was after many relentless hours of practicing with his brother that Dwight grew restless. He yearned to play the accordion. It was with much practice, passion and determination that Dwight not only learned to play the accordion but was he able to play it well. He and Joseph switched instruments and Dwight Carrier &amp; the Zydeco Rockers was created.In 1988, at the age of 14, Dwight recorded his ‑R&amp;B 45 LP entitled “My Baby Left Me”, earning him local status, playing frequently on the zydeco circuit at trailrides and dance halls in and around the state of Louisiana. He realized that his friends were no longer laughing, but instead, were asking him to teach them to play.Dwight is one of the few Zydeco musicians with the ability to travel to a city, pick up a band of local musicians and produce a sound equivalent to that of artists working together for years. The ability to do this, allows him the ­flexibility to perform in places that may otherwise, not be economically feasible and still able to share traditional zydeco along with treating people to a great time. Dwight is a party band leader and his shows have been rated high energy fun. “The Black Cat”, is not the typical zydeco artist as, he draws from a wide variety of influences bringing it all home to the most exciting danceable night you’ll ever experience! He looks forward to playing that “Old Thyme Zydeco”, with just an accordion and a rubboard.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Blackcat Zydeco

<h2>Doors: 7pm Show: 8pm</h2>Stu Allen is perhaps most known for fronting Melvin Seals’ tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band from 2004 to 2011.When it became apparent that Jerry Garcia had played his final show in 1995, Allen began working to keep Garcia’s music, sound, and spirit alive in the concert setting.For this show, he will be joined by Reflections, a revolving cast of musicians and JGB-enthusiasts.Both Allen and the band share the Grateful Dead’s steadfast commitment to making each performance a unique event, from preparation to execution.Tickets: Advance: $30 Day of Show: $35 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready) Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Stu Allen & Reflections

<h2>Doors 6:30pm</h2><h2>Open Stage Jam 7 – 8pm,&nbsp; 9 – 11pm</h2><h2>House Band 8 – 9pm</h2>The Berkeley Bluegrass Barn Jam returns yet again to the Ashkenaz stage, dance floor, and all around the venue on Tuesday, April 28th!Join us for an evening of community music-making and lively jam sessions, featuring speacial guests Teo Quale,&nbsp;Jesse Fichman, Mark Schatz &amp; Finn Tobias.We are pleased to offer free admission to this community-oriented event for students and musicians with student ID and/or instruments.Tickets: Tickets offered on a sliding scale from $10-15 FREE for students and musicians (with valid student ID and/or instrument) Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Berkeley Bluegrass Barn Jam

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Balkan Sundays continue at Ashkenaz on Sunday, April 26th with Dan Cantrell and Friends!Feauring: Dan Cantrell on accordion and vocals Lila Sklar on violin and vocals Greg Jenkins on saxophone and clarinet Calvin Lai on clarinet Max Baloian on guitar Jesse Hix on double bass Sean Tergis on drums and a potential slew of other musical compatriots.&nbsp;The ensemble is deeply rooted in Balkan folk, Romany, and Klezmer styles but uses this foundation to offer a new take on these traditions with original compositions in the style, beguiling arrangements and mashups, left turns, and the occasional idiomatic pop cover.&nbsp; Fear not for your feet though, they will also fire up some sick Balkan grooves and are sure to nestle into all the fun favorites for folk dancing and freylach making.&nbsp; Get your butt down to the Schnazz with your instrument and/or dancing shows and race us to the bottom of a bottle of Balkan boogie.&nbsp;Also, we are very excited to have Elizabeth Strong teaching some dances that go along with the live music, so definitely come early so you don’t miss out!Tickets: FREE!Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors: 7pm</h2><h2>Show: 7:30pm</h2>Join us Saturday, April 25th for the Kevin Carducci Record Release with Ismay &amp; Margo Cilker!Kevin Carducci's long-simmering debut solo album ‘Easy Does It’ describes his ensuing years-long project of piecing a dream back together. On Easy Does It - out March 20th, 2026 on Fossil Records, the label recently founded by Carducci’s longtime friend and fellow Americana singer-songwriter Margo Cilker - Carducci settles into a new version of his voice, one a little more world-weary and a little more enlightened than the one familiar to Easy Leaves fans.&nbsp; ISMAY is an alternative folk music project driven by California-based singer/songwriter Avery Hellman. Their debut album ‘Songs of Sonoma Mountain’ was released in 2020 and named one of the 10 best Albums in the Bay Area by KQED.&nbsp;In the wake of the critically acclaimed “Valley of Hearts Delight” and her stunning debut “Pohorylle” Margo Cilker has made a name for herself as a clear-eyed troubadour, spinning songs from everyday truths. Her live performances are at once intimate and electric, inviting glimpses into the characters and moments that are the fabric of life. She makes her home in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, fellow songwriter Forrest VanTuyl.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Kevin Carducci with ISMAY & Margo Cilker!

If you love Traditional Bachata, the roots, the rhythm, the feeling. This night is for YOU.Join us APRIL 24We are bringing to you our NEW bi-monthly Traditional Bachata social to Ashkenaz in Berkeley —→&nbsp;“&nbsp;SABOR TRADICIONAL&nbsp;“A bimonthly event held on the 4th Friday: Feb. 27 / Apr. 24 / Jun. 26 / Aug. 28 / Oct. 23 / Dec. TBA*** Doors open 7:30pm*** Traditional Bachata Lesson with Guest instructor 8pm*** Social Dancing 9:00pm- 1:00amJoining us from Los Angeles DJ Kenny!Spinning your favorite music along with DJ Ron&nbsp;TicketsAdvance: $16 ( Sales end Thu April. 23 11:59pm )Day of show: $25Student: $15 at the door with Valid 2026 school IDASHKENAZ1317 San Pablo Ave Berkeley, CAParking is available in the REI parking lot across the street after 9 pm. At other times, street parking is available on Gilman, San Pablo and neighboring streets. Please respect Ashkenaz's neighbors and keep voices down as you walk through the neighborhood, especially late at night.FOR MORE INFO CONTACT <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:krdance.official@gmail.com">krdance.official@gmail.com</a>

Sabor Tradicional Bachata social

<h2>Doors: 7pm Beginner-Friendly Zydeco Dance Lesson: 7:30pm Show: 8pm&nbsp;</h2>Ruben Moreno is a musical alchemist whose Zydeco journey began at the tender age of 7, when the rhythmic patter of a washboard first sparked his creative fire. By 10, he was lighting up the stage at Austin’s iconic Continental Club with Leroy Thomas &amp; the Zydeco Roadrunners, setting the tone for a career that blends tradition with innovation.Mentored by legends like Leroy Thomas, C.J. Chenier, and Andre Thierry, Ruben quickly emerged as the youngest gem in C.J. Chenier’s Red-Hot Louisiana Band. His 2011 debut solo album, Por Ti Volare, produced by Thierry, soared like a phoenix, earning accolades from icons such as Buckwheat Zydeco.Ever the boundary-breaker, Ruben weaves Zydeco with soulful threads of blues, Chicano grooves, and hip-hop. His creative ventures include a Certified Gold collaboration on Texas Sun with Khruangbin and Leon Bridges, as well as dynamic projects with Baby Bash that bridge the gap between classic Zydeco rhythms and contemporary beats. His latest work showcases that versatility: At the Trailride: Live at Stubb’s has already surpassed 175K streams across platforms, while his single The Recipe (This Heart) has earned more than 1 million streams and continues to grow, spotlighting his ability to craft music that is both deeply authentic and universally relatable.From enchanting nights at the New Orleans Jazz Fest to electrifying 70,000-strong audiences at Austin City Limits Festival 2024, Ruben’s performances are vibrant canvases where passion meets innovation. With international tours, competition accolades, and congressional recognition for his community contributions, Ruben Moreno continues to light the way—blending the timeless spirit of Zydeco with the pulse of tomorrow.Tickets:Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Ruben Moreno

<h2>Doors:&nbsp; 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 8pm</h2>Join us Wednesday, April 22nd for the return of Anna Elva &amp; Friends featuring Reed Mathis!Lineup: Reed Mathis - Guitar and Vocals (Billy and the Kids) JP McLean - Bass and Vocals (Melvin Seals and JGB) Eric Levy - Keyboards (Nightranger) Anna Elva - Drums&nbsp;Tickets: Advance $20 Day of Show $25 Student Ticket $15 (with valid ID, at the door only)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Anna Elva & Friends ft. Reed Mathis

<h2>Doors 7pm</h2><h2>Chinyakare Ensemble 8pm</h2><h2>Piwai &amp; Bassmint Gong 10pm</h2>The Zimbabwe Cultural Exchange Project of California presents local Zimbabwean music collective&nbsp;Chinyakare Ensemble&nbsp;and&nbsp;Afro-jazz/Reggae fusion ensemble&nbsp;Piwai &amp; Bassmint Gong.The&nbsp;Chinyakare Ensemble is a dynamic collective of musicians, dancers, and educators committed to preserving, performing, and teaching traditional Zimbabwean music and dance. Rooted in the rich cultural traditions of the Shona and other Southern African peoples, the ensemble weaves together performances that feature instruments such as mbira, ngoma (drums), marimbas, chipendani (mouthbow), hosho (gourd shakers) and expressive vocal and dance traditions. Their work highlights storytelling through rhythm and movement, celebrating everyday life, ancestral wisdom, community values, and cultural heritage.Piwai &amp; Bassmint Gong&nbsp;is an Afro-jazz &amp; Reggae fusion ensemble led by Zimbabwean vocalist, mbira player, and percussionist Piwai, whose hypnotic sound has been described as spiritual nirvana. Blending jazz, reggae, folk, and Southern African rhythms, Piwai creates trance-like, soul-centered performances. Piwai has collaborated extensively with Fantastic Negrito, playing additional percussion on his 2017 Grammy Award–winning album Last Days of Oakland. She has also been featured on multiple tours with him and continues to collaborate on performances and musical projects. The&nbsp;Bassmint Gong&nbsp;Features&nbsp;Mustapha Dondadah (drums), Joan Torres (double-fret bass), Simon Mulwa (bass and guitar, Kenya), Miracle (keys, Nigeria), and Autumn Salvo (upright bass); the ensemble expands into a richly layered Afro-jazz-reggae soundscape rooted in rhythm, harmony, and African musical dialogue.Tickets: Advance: $30 Day of Show: $35 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Chinyakare Ensemble and Piwai & Bassmint Gong 

<h2>Doors: 6pm</h2><h2>Panel Discussion 7pm</h2><h2>Show: 8pm</h2>Save the date! Ashkenaz will be hosting a panel discussion and concert to celebrate the 57th Anniversary of People’s Park on Friday, April 17th!This will be a FREE community event in tandem with a greater city-wide celebration. For more information and this and other events, visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.peoplespark.org/wp/">www.peoplespark.org</a>.The Panel: Rafael Jesús González; taught Creative Writing and Literature at Laney College where he founded the Mexican &amp; Latin American Studies Department in 1969. Named the first Poet Laureate of Berkeley, CA in 2017. Harold Adler; Photojournalist who covered Peoples Park, The Black Panthers and the Beat Poets during the late 60s and 70s. Wendy Schlesinger, Master of Journalism, UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism, Alameda County Women’s Hall of Fame, cofounder of People’s Park, is one of the few remaining keepers of the origins story of the Park. She believes the creation of People’s Park represents the beginning of the modern communitarian ecology movement, where hundreds of people came together to transform a dangerous vacant lot into a beautiful, shared outpouring of joy.The Music: Hali Hammer, an award-winning songwriter who has been playing for social justice causes for decades, accompanied by lead guitarist Randy Berge. Andrea Prichett, a long-time supporter of People's Park and a founding member of Berkeley Copwatch, joined by Mike Derrick and on guitar and harmony vocals. Funky Nixons, Berkeley's Premiere Political Band Since 1990.More info TBA!Tickets: FREE!Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

57th Anniversary of People’s Park Celebration

<h2>Doors: 7pm Beginner-Friendly Tango Dance Lesson: 7:30pm Show: 8:30pm</h2>Join us Thursday, April 16th for our monthly tango event, Third Thursday Tang!Expect a captivating live music set from from Sascha Jocabsen &amp; Friends (Marcelo Puig,&nbsp;Diego Ramil &amp; Sascha Jacobsen), a lively tango DJ Set by DJ Julian Rami, and an all levels dance class with Sascha Jacobsen – Beginners welcome!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h1>Doors: 7pm</h1><h1>Show: 8pm</h1>A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz’s Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh &amp; Friends, Melvin Seals &amp; JGB, Ghosts of Electricity), a revolving cast of incredibly talented musicians inhabits Mars Hotel, drawing from the Grateful Dead’s vast catalog to delight Deadheads and dancers of all generations. A Mars Hotel show is always an energetic evening of good vibes, good music, and good community.When it became apparent that Jerry Garcia had played his final show in 1995, Stu Allen began working to keep Garcia’s music, sound, and spirit alive in the concert setting. He regularly worked with Phil Lesh and has also played sets with Bob Weir and Bill Kreutzmann. Allen is perhaps most known for fronting Melvin Seals’ tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band from 2004 to 2011. He received more national acclaim in 2010 when he toured with Dark Star Orchestra. Allen shares the Grateful Dead’s commitment to making each performance a unique event, from preparation to execution. He will perform multiple shows before playing the same song twice, and even then, that song will not be realized in quite the same way.Mars Hotel takes this idea a step further by presenting a new band at each performance. Drawing from the rich music scene of the Bay Area, Allen has assembled a broad and ever-rotating group of musicians that makes each concert a once-only experience. As far as Grateful Dead tribute bands go, this is a concept that has never been done before.Tickets: Advance: $30 Day of Show: $35 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Salsa Tropical is back! Come dance, dress up, and celebrate Spring&nbsp;with Salsa at Cal📍 Ashkenaz, Berkeley 📅 Sunday April 12 ⏰ Salsa Lesson 7pm with Kathy Reyes and Xavier Stefano✨&nbsp;Dance Contest!🕺 Social dancing 8pm-Midnight 💃 Beginner-friendly, no partner needed 🎶 DJ TBA🎟️ Admission: $12 advance / $20 day of eventStudents discount at door with Valid ID $15Follow us: @salsaatcal @krdance.official @ashkenazberkeley

Salsa Tropical

<h2>Doors: 6:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 7:30pm</h2>Mortified returns to Ashkenaz on Saturday, April 11th.&nbsp;Hailed as a "cultural phenomenon" by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.newsweek.com/2006/07/23/it-s-better-and-cheaper-than-therapy.html">Newsweek</a> and celebrated for years by the likes of This American Life, The Today Show, The Onion AV Club, &amp; Entertainment Weekly, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.getmortified.com/">Mortified</a> is a comic excavation of teen angst artifacts (journals, poems, letters, lyrics, home movies, schoolwork) as shared by their original authors -- in front of total strangers! Where else can you hear grown men and women confront their past with firsthand tales of their first kiss, first puff, worst prom, fights with mom, life at bible camp, worst hand job, best mall job, and reasons they deserved to marry Bon Jovi? Submissions come from a wide range of participants, from professional performers to total amateurs. All in the noble pursuit of self-degradation. Share the shame.For more information, visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://getmortified.com/">mortified.com</a>.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $25 Day of Show: $35 Student: $25 (at the door only with valid ID)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h1>Doors: 7pm</h1><h1>Show: 8pm</h1>A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz’s Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh &amp; Friends, Melvin Seals &amp; JGB, Ghosts of Electricity), a revolving cast of incredibly talented musicians inhabits Mars Hotel, drawing from the Grateful Dead’s vast catalog to delight Deadheads and dancers of all generations. A Mars Hotel show is always an energetic evening of good vibes, good music, and good community.When it became apparent that Jerry Garcia had played his final show in 1995, Stu Allen began working to keep Garcia’s music, sound, and spirit alive in the concert setting. He regularly worked with Phil Lesh and has also played sets with Bob Weir and Bill Kreutzmann. Allen is perhaps most known for fronting Melvin Seals’ tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band from 2004 to 2011. He received more national acclaim in 2010 when he toured with Dark Star Orchestra. Allen shares the Grateful Dead’s commitment to making each performance a unique event, from preparation to execution. He will perform multiple shows before playing the same song twice, and even then, that song will not be realized in quite the same way.Mars Hotel takes this idea a step further by presenting a new band at each performance. Drawing from the rich music scene of the Bay Area, Allen has assembled a broad and ever-rotating group of musicians that makes each concert a once-only experience. As far as Grateful Dead tribute bands go, this is a concept that has never been done before.Tickets: Advance: $35 Day of Show: $40 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors: 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 8pm</h2>The Funky Gators Zydeco Dance band is composed of Cajun/Zydeco and R&amp;B veterans that have been playing in the Bay Area for over 30 years.&nbsp;Together they combine elements of funk, R&amp;B Soul and Disco into the infectious, foot-tapping sounds of Zydeco. The core band is Accordion, Rubboard, Keyboards, Drums, Bass and Guitar, but no two shows are alike. The Funky Gators are one of the few Zydeco bands that have the musical flexibility to play Zydeco, and also toss in Jazz, funk, New Orleans and old school R&amp;B — without ever missing a beat! Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Funky Gators

<h2>Doors at 6:30 PM Balkan Dance Lesson at 7 PM Social Dancing 7:30-10 PM</h2>Teaching by Nadav Nur and Susie Shoaf.Discover the captivating world of Balkan folk dancing at our monthly event, where we revive the '70s-style Berkeley folk dance scene to the exhilarating rhythms of the Balkans. Join us as we pay homage to the spirit of Ashkenaz founder David Nadel, who first introduced Balkan folk dancing in 1973 by dancing to recorded music that captures the essence of that era.This event is a heartfelt tribute to David Nadel and the music and dance that made Ashkenaz an award-winning dance club. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of Balkan music or a newcomer eager to learn traditional Balkan folk dances, this gathering is for you. Dance teachers and fellow participants will be on hand to instruct and guide you through a diverse array of dances spanning Macedonia, Bulgaria, Romania, Albania, the Roma culture, and more.Expect a mix of fun, easy, and more challenging dances. Come and be a part of this vibrant celebration of Balkan culture through dance and music!Tickets: Advance or Day of Show: $10 (Kids 12 and under are welcome for FREE)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors: 3pm</h2><h2>Show: 3:30pm</h2>Join us Sunday, April 5th for the second iteration of our Sunday Sunshine Series with Asheba!Asheba is a musical storyteller who specializes in calypso, the musical and folkloric oral tradition of Trinidad, his homeland. Stories of hope and happiness are the focus of his songs, which range from original lullabies to fast tempo tunes to remakes of classics such as Itsy Bitsy Spider, Five Little Monkeys, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, and You Are My Sunshine.Because his music is for all ages, abilities and backgrounds, you’ll find children and parents alike joyfully singing, clapping and dancing along to it. Asheba’s songs are currently available on four CDs: “Go Itsy,” “No More Monkeys,” and “Children are the sunshine.” His last release is titled “In The Kid Zone,” and can be streamed at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://asheba.net/">asheba.net</a>.Asheba also formerly directed&nbsp;an award-winning division of international children’s music known as ‘Putumayo Kids’ in collaboration with world music record label <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.putumayo.com/about">Putumayo</a>. We are excited to welcome him back to Ashkenaz for our monthly Sunday Sunshine Series.Tickets: General Admission: $10 (for All Ages)

<h2>Doors: 7pm</h2><h2>Beginner-Friendly Dance Lesson: 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 8pm</h2>The Zydeco Flames have gained a reputation as the West Coast's premiere Zydeco band. The Flames consistently pack the house in venues ranging from contemporary clubs to major festivals and traditional dancehalls. Their sizzling roots rhythms are timeless and the execution of them relentless, with a stunningly powerful groove.The Flames are: Lloyd Meadows (vocals, rubboard, harmonica, lyrics): A consummate entertainer and rousing crowd pleaser, Llyod’s&nbsp; infectious energy infuses audiences wherever he performs. A classically trained singer, his soulful, steamy style ranges from rock to blues to R&amp;B, leading to a unique blend of Zydeco. Frank Bohan&nbsp;(guitar): Frank has musical roots deep in the styles of the Chicago blues. Flames' fans are energized by his masterful solos and rhythm guitar work. Frank also served as bandleader for Freeway Frank and the Hotwires, and has played with Johnny Copeland, Alvin "Youngblood" Hart, Ricardo Scales, and Johnny Nitro. Bruce Gordon&nbsp;(accordion): Bruce has traveled extensively in southwest Louisiana,playing with some of the best cajun and creole musicians. He has recorded for film, radio and TV. He worked with Roy Rogers on a grammy nominated album for Ramblin' Jack Eliott, as well as performing with the likes of: Norton Buffalo, Jackie Payne, Luther Tucker, Elvin Bishop, Sista Monica, Kenny Neal and The California Honeydrops. Timm Walker (bass, vocals, lyrics, producer, engineer): Timm is one reason why The Flames are known for having one of the tightest rhythm sections in the business. His performance credits include work with The Larry James Band, Roy Gaines, J.J. Malone, Sista Monica, Bobby Murray, and Andre Thierry. William Allums Jr.&nbsp;(drums): William's inspirational playing, with his unique brand of Louisiana-spiced rhythms, continues to draw fans to their feet and on to the dance floor. This multi-faceted player has deep roots in gospel music, hip-hop, funk and R&amp;B. Tickets: Advance $20 Day of Show $25 Student Ticket $15 (with valid ID, at the door only)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Zydeco Flames

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>For over twenty years, SambaDá has been mixing contemporary sounds with the roots of brazilian culture. Papiba is a master of Capoeira, an Afro Brazilian martial art form created by Brazilian slaves, which draws on music and acrobatic movements. Dandha was born into the rich Afro Brazilian traditions of Salvador, Bahia and the Carnival Group Ile Aiye, and started her dancing career at age 6. Ilê Aiyê has been in the forefront of Civil Rights in Brazil, promoting equality and justice, and is widely recognized as the first Afro Brazilian BLOCO or group to perform in Brazil’s notorious Carnival celebrations.The other members of SambaDá come from a wide range of styles, generations and sensibilities. What unites this band from such diverse backgrounds is a magic that can be felt by both the band and the audience. SambaDá brings joy to each performance, and keeps their fans asking for more!!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

SambaDá

The place to dance Bachata on the 1st Thursday of the month! 📍 Ashkenaz – BerkeleyTHURSDAY APRIL 2 What started in 2017 with your host Kathy Reyes and DJ Migz has grown into a beloved monthly bachata tradition, and it’s all thanks to YOU.<ul><li>Tell your friends</li><li>Bring your dance crew</li><li>Grab your tickets early and save</li></ul>This night is going to be one for the books 💃🔥 <ul><li>Doors Open: 7:30 PM</li><li>Beginner-Friendly Bachata Lesson: 8:00 PM with Xavier Stefano</li><li>Social Dancing: 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM DJ KRIS KROS&nbsp;in the mix all night long</li></ul>🎟 TICKETS <ul><li>Advance Tickets: $16</li><li>AT DOOR: $25</li><li>Students (Valid ID): $15 (Door only)</li></ul>ASHKENAZ 1317 San Pablo Ave. Berkeley CaParking is available in the REI parking lot across the street after 9 pm. At other times, street parking is available on Gilman, San Pablo and neighboring streets. Please respect Ashkenaz's neighbors and keep voices down as you walk through the neighborhood, especially late at night.FOR MORE INFO CONTACT <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.handstamp.com/e/bachata-nightz-jd6zdvwl?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3XU18ZyDGtco153xWca68dtMU7R5KV8VupwsX6CcLlHrou7oInjlaWdxE_aem_tV8_B_B_L8UZXDwBdg_-ew">krdance.official@gmail.com</a>

<h1>Doors: 7pm</h1><h1>Show: 8pm</h1>A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz’s Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh &amp; Friends, Melvin Seals &amp; JGB, Ghosts of Electricity), a revolving cast of incredibly talented musicians inhabits Mars Hotel, drawing from the Grateful Dead’s vast catalog to delight Deadheads and dancers of all generations. A Mars Hotel show is always an energetic evening of good vibes, good music, and good community.When it became apparent that Jerry Garcia had played his final show in 1995, Stu Allen began working to keep Garcia’s music, sound, and spirit alive in the concert setting. He regularly worked with Phil Lesh and has also played sets with Bob Weir and Bill Kreutzmann. Allen is perhaps most known for fronting Melvin Seals’ tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band from 2004 to 2011. He received more national acclaim in 2010 when he toured with Dark Star Orchestra. Allen shares the Grateful Dead’s commitment to making each performance a unique event, from preparation to execution. He will perform multiple shows before playing the same song twice, and even then, that song will not be realized in quite the same way.Mars Hotel takes this idea a step further by presenting a new band at each performance. Drawing from the rich music scene of the Bay Area, Allen has assembled a broad and ever-rotating group of musicians that makes each concert a once-only experience. As far as Grateful Dead tribute bands go, this is a concept that has never been done before.Tickets: Advance: $30 Day of Show: $35 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors: 7:30pm Show: 8pm</h2>Balkan Sundays continue at Ashkenaz on Sunday, March 29th.We’re bringing the heat for this edition with an unstoppable lineup of musicians woh know how to keep a room on fire. Step into a night of high-energy Balkan classics powered by this incredible crew:Marco Peris on Tupan Greg Jenkins on Saxophone Joey Friedman on Saxophone Jeff Giaquinto on Sousaphone.And that’s not all — expect special drop-ins from guest all-stars throughout the night!New to Balkan Dancing? No worries, we’ve got you. Arrive at 7:30pm. for a lively workshop with the one and only Ivan Velev. He’ll walk you through the classic footwork so you hit the floor with confidence. Once the music kicks in, just let go — feel the rhythm and ride the wave!Tickets: FREE!Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors/Dance Lesson w/Kathy Reyes: 7:30pm Show: 8pm</h2>Guajirón plays infectious&nbsp;Cuban Dance Music, with original arrangements of "top hits in Cuba" from 1930's till 1980's, flavored with strong New Orleans and Tropical Jazz influences.Their upcoming performance at Ashkenaz will be a high-energy&nbsp;Salsa dance party full of Cuban Son and Salsa. Join us, and bust a move!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Join us at Rico Fridays (bi-monthly) for a night packed with the best of Salsa, Timba, Bachata all night long and a high energy dance floor! 💃🕺 *** Doors open 7:30pm *** Beginner friendly Salsa Dance Lesson 8:00pm *** Social Dancing 9:00pm- 1:00amSpinning your favorite music: DJ K Facil &amp; DJ RonTickets Advance: $16 ( Sales end Thu March. 26 11:59pm ) Day of show: $25 Student: $15 at the door with Valid 2026 school IDASHKENAZ 1317 San Pablo Ave Berkeley, CAParking is available in the REI parking lot across the street after 9 pm. At other times, street parking is available on Gilman, San Pablo and neighboring streets. Please respect Ashkenaz's neighbors and keep voices down as you walk through the neighborhood, especially late at night.FOR MORE INFO CONTACT <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:krdance.official@gmail.com">krdance.official@gmail.com</a>

<h2>Doors 7pm Beginner-Friendly Zydeco Dance Lesson 7:30pm Show 8pm</h2>Pete Okie Weiss (yes, his middle name is Okie) hails from Austin, Texas, where he played keys &amp; accordion with local legends Gumbo Ce Soir, The Gritones, and Leo Rondeau. Now based in Oakland, Okie assembled a zydeco rhythm section featuring members of soul band Emily Day &amp; the Knights and honky-tonkers The Country Business. The result is Okie Weiss &amp; the Zydeco Playboys, a new zydeco band that knows how to walk the soul-country line and keep that dance floor packed 'til closing time.Tickets: Advance $20 Day of Show $25 Student Ticket $15 (with valid ID, at the door only)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Okie Weiss & the Zydeco Playboys

<h2>Doors: 7:30pm Show: 8pm</h2>Join us for another one of Ashkenaz’s famous Grateful Dead Nights featuring Alex Jordan &amp; Friends!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door with valid student ID)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Alex Jordan & Friends

<h2>Doors: 6:30pm Open Stage Jam: 7–8pm Mystery Bluegrass Band: 8–9pm Open Stage Jam: 9–11pm</h2>Join us for the Sixth installment of the Berkeley Bluegrass Barn Jam&nbsp;featuring Laurie Lewis, Scott Gates, Mark Schatz, Jeremy Reinhard, and Brandon Godman!Tickets: Offered on a sliding scale from $10-15 Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors: 6:30pm Square Dancing: 7pm Beginner-Friendly Country Dance Lesson: 8:30pm Show: 9pm</h2>Laurie Lewis and CaliCo return to Ashkenaz for a night of California Country music featuring Brandon Godman on fiddle, Sam Reider on accordion, Mike Witcher on lap steel, Mark Schatz on bass,&nbsp;Michael Carroll on drums -- plus special surprise&nbsp;guests to be revealed! The evening kicks off with a square dance band led by master Kentucky fiddler Brandon Godman and calling by Robin Fischer.Tickets: Advance: $25 Day of Show: $30 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Barn Dance with Laurie Lewis & CaliCo

<h2>Doors: 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 8pm</h2>The Happys are a rising force in the alternative music scene, bringing their unique blend of rock, punk, and indie to audiences across the country. Hailing from the San Francisco Bay Area, the band delivers raw, honest music filled with emotion, energy, and an undeniable sense of connection.Led by singer-songwriter Nick Petty, The Happys craft songs that explore the human experience with depth and relatability. From anthems of resilience to reflective ballads, their music speaks to life's highs, lows, and everything in between. Known for their electrifying live performances, the band has built a reputation for captivating audiences with their passionate delivery and magnetic stage presence.The Happys were Voted 2022 Best Punk Rock band of the North Bay by&nbsp;The Bohemian&nbsp;and&nbsp;Pacific Suna and are the winners of the 2018 Rockin’ Robin band competition as well as the Haight Ashbury Battles of the Bands.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

The Happys

<h2>Doors: 7pm</h2><h2>All Levels Country Two-Step Dance Lesson: 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 8pm</h2>“Country Grooves, Rhythm and Blues.” From the heart of West County, the Eric Long Band plays good-time, feel-good, fun-lovin music that harkens back to the original Americana and Alt-Country acts of the 1960’s and 70’s. In 2025 the band released their full length LP ‘Honky Tonk Wisdom’ and performed at San Francisco’s Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival. Situated centrally in a developing Sonoma County Sound the Eric Long Band delivers a howling good time that captures the unpolished joy of country played loud and loose.Join us in giving the Eric Long Band a warm welcome to the East Bay’s Best Dance Floor.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Eric Long Band

<h2>Doors: 7pm Beginner-Friendly Tango Dance Lesson: 7:30pm Show: 8:30pm</h2>Join us Thursday, March 19th for our monthly tango event, Third Thursday Tango! This edition will feature live music by Cuarteto Ramilonga, a classic tango vinyl set by&nbsp;DJ Charles Carbone, and a beginner-friendly tango dance lesson taught by Sascha Jacobsen.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h1>Doors: 7pm</h1><h1>Show: 8pm</h1>This just in! Stu Allen calls out sick and Scott Guberman saves the day!Guberman (no stranger to the Ashkenaz stage) is an American keyboardist, vocalist, and songwriter. He began playing with Phil Lesh and Friends in 2015, most notably during the re-creation shows that celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Grateful Dead. Guberman was also a member of Lesh’s band Communion. An ever important member of the Bay Area music scene, Guberman has played with just about every band and musician that’s a part of it.We are honored to welcome him back to the Ashkenaz stage in Stu’s absence.&nbsp;For refund requests, email <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="ashkenaz@ahkenaz.com">ashkenaz@ashkenaz.com</a>.Tickets: Day of Show: $25 (reduced price) Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

UPDATE: Scott Guberman

<h2>Doors: 6:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 7:30pm</h2>Mortified returns to Ashkenaz on Saturday, March 14th!Hailed as a "cultural phenomenon" by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.newsweek.com/2006/07/23/it-s-better-and-cheaper-than-therapy.html">Newsweek</a> and celebrated for years by the likes of This American Life, The Today Show, The Onion AV Club, &amp; Entertainment Weekly, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.getmortified.com/">Mortified</a> is a comic excavation of teen angst artifacts (journals, poems, letters, lyrics, home movies, schoolwork) as shared by their original authors -- in front of total strangers! Where else can you hear grown men and women confront their past with firsthand tales of their first kiss, first puff, worst prom, fights with mom, life at bible camp, worst hand job, best mall job, and reasons they deserved to marry Bon Jovi? Submissions come from a wide range of participants, from professional performers to total amateurs. All in the noble pursuit of self-degradation. Share the shame.More information on this edition of Mortified to follow.&nbsp;Tickets: Advance: $27 Day of Show: $35Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Friday, March 13th, 2026 is a not-to-be-missed celebration of female soul and sound, with the Bay Area-rooted, female powered Dead/JGB inspired band&nbsp; “American Beauties” illuminating the night as only this powerful group of women players can. Led by: **Sunshine Becker** (Furthur, Melvin Seal &amp; JGB &nbsp;band, SoVoSó) **Anna Elva** **Jen Rund** **Richelle Scales** **Nancy Wenstrom** We are also honored to welcome Lead guitarist &amp; vocalist Nate LaPointe of Cubensis&nbsp;and MANY special guests, including: Vocalists Jenna Mammina, Cheryl Rucker, Jenifer Freebairn &amp; more “Together, we play ON. WE aim to be the torch carriers of that Grateful Dead community &amp; sound.” This night of music will Honor the legacy of Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay&nbsp;and the enduring spirit of Bob Weir. Doors open at 7:30 PM, the magic unfolds at 8 PM. &nbsp; Come early and enjoy the opening ritual with Dr. Leah and her “EMBODIED GROOVE” experience.Tickets: Advance: $25 Day of Show: $30 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

4th Annual Women's History Month Celebration with American Beauties

<h2>Doors: 3pm</h2><h2>Show: 3:30pm</h2>Join us for the debut of our Sunday Sunshine Series with Asheba!Asheba is a musical storyteller who specializes in calypso, the musical and folkloric oral tradition of Trinidad, his homeland. Stories of hope and happiness are the focus of his songs, which range from original lullabies to fast tempo tunes to remakes of classics such as Itsy Bitsy Spider, Five Little Monkeys, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, and You Are My Sunshine.Because his music is for all ages, abilities and backgrounds, you’ll find children and parents alike joyfully singing, clapping and dancing along to it. Asheba’s songs are currently available on four CDs: “Go Itsy,” “No More Monkeys,” and “Children are the sunshine.” His last release is titled “In The Kid Zone.Asheba also formerly directed&nbsp;an award-winning division of international children’s music known as ‘Putumayo Kids’ in collaboration with world music record label <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.putumayo.com/about">Putumayo</a>. We are excited to welcome him back to Ashkenaz for the debut of our monthly Sunday Sunshine Series.Tickets: General Admission (for All Ages): $10

Evening partner dance classes and social schedule- SATURDAY March 7th- Salsa on1 7:30pm (50min) - Bachata 8:30pm (50min) - Social Dancing 9:30-2a - Dance competition / Shows 10:15p - DJ Ron and DJWhoman will be playing your favorite Bachata, Salsa, Merengue and more.If you are interested in the Day time workshops please visit&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Www.Belladanceweekender.com">Www.Belladanceweekender.com</a> for more information.&nbsp;<iframe-embed src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WY8DP2fcir0?si=DparZI-B-YAVRiBq" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" height="315" width="560" style="" metaposition="flex-start" metatype="youtube"></iframe-embed>

BELLA DANCE WEEKENDER - Saturday Evening classes and social

Evening partner dance classes and social schedule- Friday March 6th- Cumbia Lesson 7:30pm (50min) Mireille Ruiz - Salsa on2 Lesson 8:30p (50min) Jhon and Liz, Salsa Mania - Social Dancing 9:30pm-1:30am - Dance competition / Shows 10:15pm - DJ Ron will be playing your favorite Bachata, Salsa, Merengue and more.Interested in our day time workshops please visit.<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Www.Belladanceweekender.com">Www.Belladanceweekender.com</a>

BELLA DANCE WEEKENDER - Evening classes and social

The place to dance Bachata on the 1st Thursday of the month! 📍 Ashkenaz – BerkeleyTHURSDAY MARCH 5 What started in 2017 with your host Kathy Reyes and DJ Migz has grown into a beloved monthly bachata tradition, and it’s all thanks to YOU.<ul><li>Tell your friends</li><li>Bring your dance crew</li><li>Grab your tickets early and save</li></ul>This night is going to be one for the books 💃🔥 <ul><li>Doors Open: 7:30 PM</li><li>Beginner-Friendly Bachata Lesson: 8:00 PM with Xavier Stefano</li><li>Social Dancing: 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM DJ Ron in the mix all night long</li></ul>🎟 TICKETS <ul><li>Advance Tickets: $16</li><li>AT DOOR: $25</li><li>Students (Valid ID): $15 (Door only)</li></ul>ASHKENAZ 1317 San Pablo Ave. Berkeley CaParking is available in the REI parking lot across the street after 9 pm. At other times, street parking is available on Gilman, San Pablo and neighboring streets. Please respect Ashkenaz's neighbors and keep voices down as you walk through the neighborhood, especially late at night.FOR MORE INFO CONTACT <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.handstamp.com/e/bachata-nightz-jd6zdvwl?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3XU18ZyDGtco153xWca68dtMU7R5KV8VupwsX6CcLlHrou7oInjlaWdxE_aem_tV8_B_B_L8UZXDwBdg_-ew">krdance.official@gmail.com</a>

<h1>Doors: 7pm</h1><h1>Show: 8pm</h1>A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz’s Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh &amp; Friends, Melvin Seals &amp; JGB, Ghosts of Electricity), a revolving cast of incredibly talented musicians inhabits Mars Hotel, drawing from the Grateful Dead’s vast catalog to delight Deadheads and dancers of all generations. A Mars Hotel show is always an energetic evening of good vibes, good music, and good community.When it became apparent that Jerry Garcia had played his final show in 1995, Stu Allen began working to keep Garcia’s music, sound, and spirit alive in the concert setting. He regularly worked with Phil Lesh and has also played sets with Bob Weir and Bill Kreutzmann. Allen is perhaps most known for fronting Melvin Seals’ tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band from 2004 to 2011. He received more national acclaim in 2010 when he toured with Dark Star Orchestra. Allen shares the Grateful Dead’s commitment to making each performance a unique event, from preparation to execution. He will perform multiple shows before playing the same song twice, and even then, that song will not be realized in quite the same way.Mars Hotel takes this idea a step further by presenting a new band at each performance. Drawing from the rich music scene of the Bay Area, Allen has assembled a broad and ever-rotating group of musicians that makes each concert a once-only experience. As far as Grateful Dead tribute bands go, this is a concept that has never been done beforeTickets: Advance: $30 Day of Show: $35 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2 style="text-align: start">Doors at 7:30pm</h2><h2 style="text-align: start">Show 8:30pm</h2>Alaturca Connection is a San Francisco based Turkish music band formed by the area's widely acclaimed musicians. Each of the members comes from a different ethnic background and brings musical depth across a broad repertoire of classical, folkloric and contemporary Turkish, Balkan, and Romani songs. The sound is a bridge between modern and traditional. Their presentation titled ‘Colors of Anatolia’ will be a night filled with signature Turkish cultural elements, featuring timeless melodies (Rebetiko, Sepharad, Agean, Kurdish, Romani) and stunning dance performances (from both local and international dancers). One of the Bay Area's greatest vocalists, Rachel Vafer will also be performing&nbsp;Ladino-Turkish duets alongside Nurdan Civi.For more information, visit&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.alaturcaconnection.com/">alaturcaconnection.com</a>We hope to see you there!Tickets: General Admission: $30 Student: $25 (with valid ID at the door only)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Alaturca Connection

If you love Traditional Bachata, the roots, the rhythm, the feeling. This night is for YOU.Join us FEBRUARY 27We are bringing to you our NEW bi-monthly Traditional Bachata social to Ashkenaz in Berkeley —→&nbsp;“&nbsp;SABOR TRADICIONAL&nbsp;“A bimonthly event held on the 4th Friday: Feb. 27 / Apr. 24 / Jun. 26 / Aug. 28 / Oct. 23 / Dec. TBAJoin us on February 27 for the grand opening of this Social.For this special night we are celebrating Dominican Independence Day with nothing but pure, traditional bachata all night long. Expect classic rhythms, deep connection, and that unmistakable Dominican sabor ( Flavor )&nbsp;*** Doors open 7:30pm*** Traditional Bachata Lesson with Guest instructor Erick Ortiz 8pm*** Social Dancing 9:00pm- 1:00am*** Performances 10:30pmSpinning your favorite music: DJ Ron&nbsp;TicketsAdvance: $16 ( Sales end Thu Feb. 26 11:59pm )Day of show: $25Student: $15 at the door with Valid 2026 school IDASHKENAZ1317 San Pablo Ave Berkeley, CAParking is available in the REI parking lot across the street after 9 pm. At other times, street parking is available on Gilman, San Pablo and neighboring streets. Please respect Ashkenaz's neighbors and keep voices down as you walk through the neighborhood, especially late at night.FOR MORE INFO CONTACT <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:krdance.official@gmail.com">krdance.official@gmail.com</a>

<h2>Doors: 7pm</h2><h2>Beginner-Friendly Zydeco Dance Lesson: 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 8pm</h2>Motordude Zydeco returns once again to Ashkenaz! Hailing from Oakland, CA, Motordude Zydeco plays the music of Southern Louisiana Zydeco with soul, grit, and in-your-face funk. For over 15 years, founding members Billy Wilson (accordion/vocals), Lloyd Meadows (RubBoard/Vocals) Dennis Calloway (Bass)Willy Jordan (Drums/Vocals), and Ian Lamson (Guitar), have been entertaining the Bay Area Zydeco scene. Named after a racehorse owned by Zydeco legend Bozoo Chavis, Motordude brings the real deal to the Ashkenaz dance floor! Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Motordude Zydeco

<h2>Doors: 7pm Show: 8pm</h2>Stu Allen is perhaps most known for fronting Melvin Seals’ tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band from 2004 to 2011.When it became apparent that Jerry Garcia had played his final show in 1995, Allen began working to keep Garcia’s music, sound, and spirit alive in the concert setting.For this show, he will be joined by Reflections, a revolving cast of musicians and JGB-enthusiasts.Both Allen and the band share the Grateful Dead’s steadfast commitment to making each performance a unique event, from preparation to execution. Tickets: Advance: $30 Day of Show: $35 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready) Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors: 6:30pm Open Stage Jam: 7–8pm House Band: 8–9pm Open Stage Jam: 9–11pm</h2>Join us for the fifth installment of the Berkeley Bluegrass Barn Jam&nbsp;hosted by Spencer Krenz!Tickets (updated): Tickets offered on a sliding scale from $10-30 FREE for musicians and students (with instrument or student ID) Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors 7:30pm Show: 8pm</h2>Yiddish culture thrives at Ashkenaz! That’s right, Balkan Sundays goes klezmer on February 22. We’ll sing and dance, laugh and cry, toast the health of lovers and the downfall of haters.Featuring special guests Ilya Shneyveys and Sarah Myerson from the epicenter of Ashkenazi culture, Brooklyn NY! Besides Yiddish, Sarah and Ilya are also world class experts in neighboring folk cultures including Balkan, Slavic and Greco-Turkish, so you can expect a dynamic mix of all of those to filter through the evening.Ilya and Sarah will be backed by and All-Star band featuring: Mike Perlmutter on clarinet and saxophone Peter Bonos on trumpet Chris Bastian on double bass Ivan Velev on poyk/tupan And we always expect some local hard hitters to sit inSarah will teach a lively 30 min intro to Yiddish folk dance (especially for those who can’t make the 2-5pm workshop at Netivot Shalom).&nbsp;Once the live music starts, there’s no holding back! Join the party, all are welcome.Tickets: Free!Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Balkan Sundays (FREE Event!)

<h2>Doors 7:30pm Show 8pm</h2>In solidarity with the people of Iran, join us for a night of music of Southern Iran with Mohammad Khodadadi.About the artist: Mohammad Khodadadi, born in 1979 in Bushehr, Iran, is a Ney player and a composer who has studied composition of western classical music at the university of Anton Bruckner in Linz/Austria. Mohammad started playing Ney from the age of 15 through strong self-discipline and coaching of Masters of Ney such as Mr. Hassan Kassai, and Mr. A. Afsharnia. He has also studied the Persian radif and techniques of singing with Master Hatam Askari &amp; Seddigh Tarif. He learned to play the piano with Rosita Shaker and Tamara Dolidze in Iran and continued with Andreas Taller in Austria. Mohammad learned composition with Master Alireza Mashayekhi, Professor Soyka and Erland Freudenhaler. He has performed at various US stages.Tickets: Advance General Admission: $45 Day of Show: $50 Student: $25 (At the door, with valid Student ID)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Mohammad Khodadadi

<h2>Doors: 7:30pm</h2><h2>Beginner-Friendly Two-Step Dance Lesson: 8pm</h2><h2>Show 8:30pm</h2>Vinny and the Chicken ShoutsVincent is a multi-instrumentalist with roots in classic country, rockabilly, and old school rock ‘n’ roll. He brings a high volume energy to the stage making it irresistible to shake a leg!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student: $15, with valid student ID at the door onlyAshkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Vinny and the Chicken Shouts

<h2>Doors: 7pm All Levels Tango Dance Lesson: 7:30pm Show: 8:30pm</h2>Join us for our monthly tango event, Third Thursday Tango! February’s edition will be a Tribute to Carlos Gardel, one of the most prominent figures in the history of Tango.We’ll have dance instruction from Kate Chan and Sascha Jacobsen, live performances from Sascha Jacobsen (bass),&nbsp;Marcelo Puig (guitar/vocals), and Scott O'Day (guitar), and DJ Kate Chan in the mix.Hope to see you there!Tickets: Advance $20 Day of Show $25 Student Ticket with valid ID $15 at the door onlyAshkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors: 7pm Beginner-Friendly Dance Lesson: 7:30pm Show 8pm</h2>Celebrate Fat Tuesday by dancing with the Aux Cajunals and Tom Rigney &amp; Flambeau!We’ll kick things off with a beginner-friendly dance lesson at 7:30pm, then, at 8pm, join the parade around the hall to kick off a set of foot-stomping Cajun and blues from the Aux Cajunals (Suzy Thompson on fiddle and accordion, Agi Ban on fiddle and rub board, Eric Thompson and&nbsp;Mark Marcin on guitar, Allegra Thompson on bass, and Michaelle Goerltiz on the drums)!Around 9:15pm, Tom Rigney &amp; Flambeau take the stage with their signature blend of zydeco, Cajun and New Orleans sounds.Costumes, masks, beads, sequins and parasols all encouraged — or just wear your most colorful sparkly clothes! &nbsp;The Aux Cajunals will be wearing their own hand-made traditional Cajun-style Mardi Gras costumes.TICKETS: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student: $15, with valid student ID at the door onlyAshkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Annual Fat Tuesday Cajun Mardi Gras Dance

<h2>Doors 7pm</h2><h2>Event Starts 8pm</h2>Mortified's Doomed Valentines Show We have compiled some of the best, worst, most awkward, and odd love related pieces that Mortified has to offer! Share the pain, the awkwardness, the necking, the dry humping, the wretched love poems.&nbsp;Plus contests and giveaways! AND THE DEBUT OF OUR NEW IMPROVISATIONAL RAPPING/SINGING HOUSE BAND (feat some former members of THE FREEZE &amp; FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME)This one is not to be missed! WHAT IS MORTIFIED? Hailed as a "cultural phenomenon" by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.newsweek.com/2006/07/23/it-s-better-and-cheaper-than-therapy.html">Newsweek</a> and celebrated for years by the likes of This American Life, The Today Show, The Onion AV Club, &amp; Entertainment Weekly, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.getmortified.com/">Mortified</a> is a comic excavation of teen angst artifacts (journals, poems, letters, lyrics, home movies, schoolwork) as shared by their original authors -- in front of total strangers! Where else can you hear grown men and women confront their past with firsthand tales of their first kiss, first puff, worst prom, fights with mom, life at bible camp, worst hand job, best mall job, and reasons they deserved to marry Bon Jovi? Submissions come from a wide range of participants, from professional performers to total amateurs . All in the noble pursuit of self-degradation. Share the shame.Tickets: Advance: $32 Day of Show: $40 Student (with valid ID at door only): $30Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h1>Doors: 7pm</h1><h1>Show: 8pm</h1>A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz’s Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh &amp; Friends, Melvin Seals &amp; JGB, Ghosts of Electricity), a revolving cast of incredibly talented musicians inhabits Mars Hotel, drawing from the Grateful Dead’s vast catalog to delight Deadheads and dancers of all generations. A Mars Hotel show is always an energetic evening of good vibes, good music, and good community.When it became apparent that Jerry Garcia had played his final show in 1995, Stu Allen began working to keep Garcia’s music, sound, and spirit alive in the concert setting. He regularly worked with Phil Lesh and has also played sets with Bob Weir and Bill Kreutzmann. Allen is perhaps most known for fronting Melvin Seals’ tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band from 2004 to 2011. He received more national acclaim in 2010 when he toured with Dark Star Orchestra. Allen shares the Grateful Dead’s commitment to making each performance a unique event, from preparation to execution. He will perform multiple shows before playing the same song twice, and even then, that song will not be realized in quite the same way.Mars Hotel takes this idea a step further by presenting a new band at each performance. Drawing from the rich music scene of the Bay Area, Allen has assembled a broad and ever-rotating group of musicians that makes each concert a once-only experience. As far as Grateful Dead tribute bands go, this is a concept that has never been done beforeTickets: Advance: $35 Day of Show: $40 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors: 7pm</h2><h2>Beginner-Friendly Zydeco Dance Lesson: 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 8pm</h2>This evening was originally scheduled as a performance by the California Blue Runners, led by longtime Ashkenaz community member and musician Andrew Carriere. In the wake of Andrew’s passing, the night will now become a celebration of his life, his music, and the extraordinary community he helped build.With support from many of Andrew’s close collaborators, several bandleaders and musicians will come together to share the set, perform his music, and honor the spirit he brought to every stage and session - generous, joyful, and fun!Andrew was a beloved presence at Ashkenaz for many years: a bandleader, a collaborator, a mentor, and a friend to countless musicians and dancers. This gathering is an opportunity to celebrate his legacy the way he lived it through great music and community.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student: $15, with valid student ID at the door onlyAshkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Andrew Carriere Celebration

<h2>Doors at 6:30 PM Balkan Dance Lesson at 7 PM Social Dancing 7:30-10 PM</h2>Teaching by Nadav Nur and Susie Shoaf.Discover the captivating world of Balkan folk dancing at our monthly event, where we revive the '70s-style Berkeley folk dance scene to the exhilarating rhythms of the Balkans. Join us as we pay homage to the spirit of Ashkenaz founder David Nadel, who first introduced Balkan folk dancing in 1973 by dancing to recorded music that captures the essence of that era.This event is a heartfelt tribute to David Nadel and the music and dance that made Ashkenaz an award-winning dance club. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of Balkan music or a newcomer eager to learn traditional Balkan folk dances, this gathering is for you. Dance teachers and fellow participants will be on hand to instruct and guide you through a diverse array of dances spanning Macedonia, Bulgaria, Romania, Albania, the Roma culture, and more.Expect a mix of fun, easy, and more challenging dances. Come and be a part of this vibrant celebration of Balkan culture through dance and music!Tickets: Advance or Day of Show: $10 (Kids 12 and under are welcome for FREE)

<h2>Doors 7:00pm Beginner-Friendly Cajun/Zydeco Dance Lesson 7:30pm Show &amp; Social Dancing 8:00pm</h2>Mark St. Mary's Louisiana Blues &amp; Zydeco Band is a 5 member band that plays traditional Louisiana blues and zydeco music.Dubbed the "Delta King" and awarded the "Best Zydeco Band" in 2007 by Bay Area Blues Society, Mark's been playing his traditional style of zydeco music since the age of 13. His music is best described as infectious - once the band starts playing, the crowd doesn't want him to stop, yelling "Play One More" over and over!Mark sings in both English &amp; Creole French. The band prides themselves in being able to give the crowd a variety, zydeco, blues, R&amp;B and even a lil' country.Followers of this music loves the excitement it brings and the joy they get from dancing to it, be it a waltz, two-step, line dance or a down home flat-foot zydeco!The band plays festivals, Mardi Gras, weddings, anniversaries, private parties, corporate events, New Years and/or whatever you like. With Mark's gift of gab, he comes prepared to really put on a show, making you not wanna sit down.We guarantee to keep you entertained, keeping the skirt-tails floppin' and the cowboy boots stompin'.LET'S HAVE A PARTY YA'LL!!! ET TOI!! ET TOI!!Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors 7:30pm Show 8pm</h2>From Bamako to Trenchtown:&nbsp;A Rootical Experience in Celebration of Bob Marley’s Earthstrong. With Amikara Music, Karamo Susso, Amina Janta, Ryan the Cool Operator, Toho, &amp; Razor Blade.From griots to Rasta elders the message remains the same, liberation and love. West African Kora and Conscious Reggae converge in honor of Bob Marley's legacy. A Sonic ceremony rooted in freedom, remembrance, and unity. This is not just a show it is a gathering.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

From Bamako to Trenchtown: Celebrating Bob Marley’s Earthstrong

9 YEARS OF BACHATANightz! 📍 Ashkenaz – BerkeleyWe are BEYOND excited to celebrate 9 incredible years of BACHATANightz with our amazing dance community! 💜THURSDAY FEBRUARY 5 What started in 2017 with your host Kathy Reyes and DJ Migz has grown into a beloved monthly bachata tradition, and it’s all thanks to YOU.For this special anniversary edition, we’re bringing the heat with DJ Migz and DJ Ron on the decks, nonstop bachata vibes, and a packed dance floor from start to finish. This is more than a social — it’s a celebration of community, music, and 9 years of memories.<ul><li>Tell your friends</li><li>Bring your dance crew</li><li>Grab your tickets early and save</li></ul>This night is going to be one for the books 💃🔥 <ul><li>Doors Open: 7:30 PM</li><li>Beginner-Friendly Bachata Lesson: 8:00 PM with Kathy Reyes &amp; Xavier Stefano</li><li>Social Dancing: 9:00 PM – 1:30 AM DJ Ron &amp; DJ Migz in the mix all night long</li></ul>🎟 TICKETS <ul><li>Advance Tickets: $16 (Advance sales end Wed, Feb 4 at 11:59 PM)</li><li>Day of Show: $25 (On sale Thu, Feb 5)</li></ul> <ul><li>Students (Valid ID): $15 (Door only)</li></ul>ASHKENAZ 1317 San Pablo Ave. Berkeley CaParking is available in the REI parking lot across the street after 9 pm. At other times, street parking is available on Gilman, San Pablo and neighboring streets. Please respect Ashkenaz's neighbors and keep voices down as you walk through the neighborhood, especially late at night.FOR MORE INFO CONTACT <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.handstamp.com/e/bachata-nightz-jd6zdvwl?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3XU18ZyDGtco153xWca68dtMU7R5KV8VupwsX6CcLlHrou7oInjlaWdxE_aem_tV8_B_B_L8UZXDwBdg_-ew">krdance.official@gmail.com</a>

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>TERGA is a music band inspired by the deep and diverse cultural traditions of North Africa. Rooted in the rhythms and melodies of the region, their sound blends ancient Berber (Amazigh) influences with contemporary global elements to create a vibrant, genre-crossing fusion. The name TERGA means “dreams” in Tamazight, the language of the Amazigh people—reflecting the band’s mission to awaken a shared cultural memory while dreaming forward into new musical landscapes.Tickets: Advance Tickets $20 Day of show $25 Student with valid ID $15 at door only.Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

TERGA

<h2>DJ RON’S BDAY BASH AT RICO FRIDAYS </h2>Join us for a special edition of Rico Fridays as we celebrate DJ Ron’s birthday with the best of Salsa,&nbsp; Bachata &amp; more&nbsp;all night long.✨High-energy dance floor 🎶 Salsa &amp; Bachata vibes 🎂 Birthday celebration you don’t want to missCome dance, celebrate, and party Rico-style 💃🕺*** Doors open 7:30pm*** Beginner friendly Salsa Dance Lesson 8:00pm*** Social Dancing 9:00pm- 1:00am*** Performances 10:30pmSpinning your favorite music: DJ Ron&nbsp;TicketsAdvance: $16 ( Sales end Thu Jan. 29 11:59pm )Day of show: $25Student: $15 at the door with Valid 2026 school IDASHKENAZ1317 San Pablo Ave Berkeley, CAParking is available in the REI parking lot across the street after 9 pm. At other times, street parking is available on Gilman, San Pablo and neighboring streets. Please respect Ashkenaz's neighbors and keep voices down as you walk through the neighborhood, especially late at night.FOR MORE INFO CONTACT <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:krdance.official@gmail.com">krdance.official@gmail.com</a>

<h2>Doors 7:30pm Show 8pm</h2>Always honoring his father’s legacy, Tito Puente Jr. has also made a name for himself as one of the most exciting Latin musicians touring today. Tito Jr. carries his father with him – imprinted on his physical being and locked in his soul. It’s in his looks, his joy, and his music. Tito Jr. is on an impassione mission, determined to nurture the musical legacy left by his father. Tickets: Advance: $30 Day of Show: $35 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready) Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

Tito Puente Jr and His Latin Jazz Ensemble 

<h2>Doors: 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show: 8pm</h2>The Music Never Stopped: Ashkenaz’s Next-Gen Playing Garcia/Grisman.Join us for one of Ashkenaz’s famous Grateful Dead Nights, featuring Spencer Krenz, Jasper Manning, Lucas Lawson, Scotty Brown, and Gavin Mentz.Tickets: Advance: $20 Day of Show: $25 Student discount price: $15 (Only at door—have your student ID ready) Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

The Music Never Stopped

<h2>Doors 6:30pm Open Stage Jam: 7–8pm House Band: 8–9pm Open Stage Jam: 9–11pm</h2>Join us for the fifth installment of the Berkeley Bluegrass Barn Jam on January 27th, featuring&nbsp;Broken Compass Bluegrass!Broken Compass Bluegrass emerged in 2021 and has quickly gained recognition for their tight arrangements, tasteful picking, and standout songwriting. Hailing from Northern California, the band features Kyle Ledson, Django Ruckrich, Mei Lin Heirendt, and Sam Jacobs. Though young in years, each member is a seasoned performer, accomplished multi-instrumentalist, and prolific songwriter. Together, they’ve established themselves as one of California’s most exciting and fast-rising string bands.With a rapidly growing reputation and an ever-expanding fanbase, Broken Compass Bluegrass is making waves as part of a new generation in the jamgrass and progressive acoustic scenes.In just a few years, they’ve graced the stages of premier festivals such as High Sierra Music Festival, Strawberry Music Festival, WinterWonderGrass, and Bluegrass in La Roche (France), among many others. Their live shows are not to be missed—equal parts virtuosity and raw energy.From the moment they take the stage, it’s clear that Broken Compass Bluegrass is something special. Their electrifying presence, rich harmonies, and intricate instrumental interplay blend tradition with innovation in a way that captivates audiences of all kinds. Whether you’re a lifelong bluegrass fan or simply looking for an unforgettable boot stomping musical experience, Broken Compass Bluegrass delivers a performance that’s both spellbinding and deeply inspiring.Tickets: This is a FREE, community-oriented event, with no registration required. To help support this event, we’ll have a suggested donation jar and Venmo at the door: $10–30 sliding scale, or whatever you’re able to give. There will also be a separate tip jar for the musicians.Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors 7:30pm</h2><h2>Show 8pm</h2>Join us for Balkan Sundays,&nbsp;a free monthly balkan jam happening every fourth Sunday at Ashkenaz!More info TBA.Tickets: Free! No registration requiredAshkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Performance Schedule:</h2>Doors: 12:30pm All-Levels Cajen &amp; Zydeco Dance Lesson: 1pm Iko Ya Ya: 1:30pm Mark St. Mary: 3:30pm Festival End: 5pm<h2>Workshop Schedule:</h2>Balfa Brothers Song Workshop:&nbsp;12:30PM - 1:15PM West Coast Cajun/Creole Connection Talk: 1:30pm Accordion Workshop with Steve Riley:&nbsp;2:30PM - 3:15PM <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bayou-boogie-west-tickets-1964583603443?utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp&amp;aff=ebdsshcopyurl">Tickets and more information on our Eventbrite.</a>

Bayou Boogie West Festival 2026

<h2>Performance Schedule:</h2>Doors: 1pm Okie Weiss &amp; the Zydeco Playboys: 2pm Ruben Moreno: 4pm Main Hall Closed: 5:30pm Main Hall Reopens: 7pm All Levels Cajun &amp; Zydeco Dance Lesson: 7:30pm Riley Family Band with David Greely &amp; Sam Broussard: 8pm Geno Delafose: 9pm<h2>Workshop Schedule:</h2>Song Workshop with Elise Riley:&nbsp;1:30PM - 2:15PM Fiddle Workshop with David Greeley:&nbsp;2:30PM - 3:15PM Guitar Workshop with Elise Riley: 3:30PM - 4:15PM Riley Family Music Workshop:&nbsp;4:30PM - 5:15PM Panel with Steve Riley, Geno Delafose &amp; Ruben Moreno:&nbsp;5:30PM - 6:15PM Intermediate Dance Workshop with Sarah Travis&nbsp;6:30PM - 7:30PM Open jam&nbsp;(bring your instrument!) in the back studio:&nbsp;8:00PM - 10:00PMJoin us Saturday, January 24th for the first full day of Bayou Boogie West Festival 2026! Or, purchase an All-Access Pass and dance with us all weekend long!<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bayou-boogie-west-tickets-1964583603443?utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp&amp;aff=ebdsshcopyurl">Tickets and more information on our Eventbrite.</a>

<h2>Performance Schedule:</h2>Doors: 7pm All-Levels Cajun &amp; Zydeco Dance Lesson: 7:30pm Aux Cajunals: 8pm Steve Riley &amp; the Mamou Playboys: 9pm<h2>Workshop Schedule:</h2>Open Jam (Bring you instrument!) in the Back Studio: 8pm<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bayou-boogie-west-tickets-1964583603443?utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp&amp;aff=ebdsshcopyurl">Tickets and more information on our Eventbrite.</a>

<h2>Doors at 7:00PM</h2><h2>Show at 8:00PM</h2>UPDATE: Stu Allen will be joined by Reflections for a Jerry Garcia Band tribute show!Tickets: Advance: $30 Day of Show: $35 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors: 7pm Show: 8pm</h2>BLOOMER FEST&nbsp;featuring&nbsp;Jackson Stone &amp; friends&nbsp;hits the stage Saturday, January 17th at Ashkenaz. Get ready for an unforgettable night — great music and pure electric energy. Jackson’s latest release,&nbsp;Late Bloomer&nbsp;(the album)&nbsp;is yet another step forward in Jackson Stone’s journey—cementing his place in music and proving that he’s only continuing to rise. Secure your tickets now.Tickets: Advance $15 Day of Show $20 Student $10Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

BLOOMER FEST

<h2>Doors 6:30pm Open Stage Jam: 7–8pm House Band: 8–9pm Open Stage Jam: 9–11pm</h2>Join us for the fifth installment&nbsp;of the Berkeley Bluegrass Barn Jam, hosted by Spencer Krenz! This month’s house band TBA.This is a FREE, community-oriented event. To help keep this going, we’ll have a suggested donation jar and Venmo at the door: $10–30 sliding scale, or whatever you’re able to give.There will also be a separate tip jar for the musicians.You’re not obligated to donate, but that support is what keeps Ashkenaz and the musicians able to keep coming back.Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

<h2>Doors at 7:00PM</h2><h2>Show at 8:00PM</h2>A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz’s Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh &amp; Friends, Melvin Seals &amp; JGB, Ghosts of Electricity), a revolving cast of incredibly talented musicians inhabits Mars Hotel, drawing from the Grateful Dead’s vast catalog to delight Deadheads and dancers of all generations. A Mars Hotel show is always an energetic evening of good vibes, good music, and good community.When it became apparent that Jerry Garcia had played his final show in 1995, Stu Allen began working to keep Garcia’s music, sound, and spirit alive in the concert setting. He regularly worked with Phil Lesh and has also played sets with Bob Weir and Bill Kreutzmann. Allen is perhaps most known for fronting Melvin Seals’ tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band from 2004 to 2011. He received more national acclaim in 2010 when he toured with Dark Star Orchestra. Allen shares the Grateful Dead’s commitment to making each performance a unique event, from preparation to execution. He will perform multiple shows before playing the same song twice, and even then, that song will not be realized in quite the same way.Mars Hotel takes this idea a step further by presenting a new band at each performance. Drawing from the rich music scene of the Bay Area, Allen has assembled a broad and ever-rotating group of musicians that makes each concert a once-only experience. As far as Grateful Dead tribute bands go, this is a concept that has never been done beforeTickets: Advance: $35 Day of Show: $40 Student discount price: $20 (Only at door—have your student ID ready)Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).

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