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Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center

Westbrae

This Berkeley institution has been throwing dance parties since 1973. Housed in a converted warehouse with a massive wooden dance floor, Ashkenaz brings world and roots music from Cajun to reggae to Balkan beats. The bohemian, all-ages vibe makes everyone feel welcome whether you're here to dance, listen, or just soak up the community spirit.

all-ages venue
iconic dance floor
community hub
world music roots

Tips

🏆"best place to dance the night away" (East Bay Express)
💃"preserves the venue's old soul"
💧bring your own water bottle (refill station available)

Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center

1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA

Upcoming at Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center

Saturday, Jun 13
Morti-Pride 2026: Embarrassing LGBTQ+ Teen Diary Storytelling

Morti-Pride 2026: Embarrassing LGBTQ+ Teen Diary Storytelling

June 13 at 7:30pm

Ever wonder what your teenage angst sounds like out loud? At Mortified, brave adults read their actual, cringeworthy diary entries from adolescence to a room full of strangers. It's part comedy show, part group therapy, and entirely hilarious.

Bob Dylan After Show with Long Time Curse

Bob Dylan After Show with Long Time Curse

June 13 at 10:30pm

The "official unofficial" Bob Dylan after-show you didn't know you needed. Long Time Curse brings a joyous, career-spanning celebration of Dylan's catalog for dancing and late-night revelry after the Greek Theatre run.

Sunday, Jun 28
Balkan Sundays

Balkan Sundays

June 28 at 7:30pm

Lose yourself in the swirling energy of live Balkan brass and folk music at this monthly Berkeley tradition. A dance workshop kicks things off at 7:30, then the band fires up at 8 for a freewheeling night where musicians are welcome to jump in and play along.