Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center

Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center is a Berkeley nonprofit music venue and community gathering space focused on international and Americana dance music, operating since 1973. The venue hosts live music and dance events spanning international and Americana styles, including Cajun, Swing, and folk dance, with dance classes also offered on-site. Ashkenaz has been a Berkeley institution since 1973 and celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023. Located at 1317 San Pablo Ave. in Berkeley, CA, serving the Bay Area community. Visitors describe a homey, all-ages atmosphere with a good dance floor, live music, friendly staff, and a community that spans a wide range of ages.