Las Mermeladas: Free Music Jam in Berkeley (All Ages & Skill Levels)

A FREE Family-Friendly Music Jam in Berkeley

Every 3rd Wednesday

Looking for an open Berkeley music jam where you can play live music, meet other musicians, and feel supported while exploring Latin American music styles?

Las Mermeladas is a relaxed, welcoming space to connect through music in community.

This monthly jam centers Latin American and Afro-Latin music styles like salsa, cumbia, boleros, Latin jazz, and regional folk music.

Musicians are invited to take solos, vocalists are welcomed throughout the night, and there are often opportunities to try out instruments like güiro, bongos, and congas.

All ages. All instruments. All skill levels welcome.

Led by José Roberto Hernández, the jam is gently facilitated so newcomers, seasoned musicians, and families alike can participate and feel included!

No jam experiance needed.

No instrument needed.

Bring your curiousity, your compañerismo, and your love of music!

¡Nos vemos en La Peña!

Cost

Free (RSVP encouraged)

Donations to support musicians always appreciated.

Dinner at Los Cilantros • 5 PM

Full menu available, plus beer, wine, sangria, and agua frescas for purchase.

Getting here:

• Free neighborhood street parking
• #18 bus line stops across the street from La Peña
• Ashby BART is 2 blocks away

Why Las Mermeladas?

Spaces like this are vital for musicians and our collective communities. They create opportunities for:

• Musicians to connect and collaborate in a supportive Latin American music space
• Families to experiance live music together
• Artists to play regularly without pressure at no cost
• We all deserve to to recharge midweek!

Las Mermeladas is one of La Peña's few free community programs, helping keep live music accessible in Berkeley.

Support Free Programs at La Peña

Become a La Peña Member and enjoy a 25% discount on tickets plus exclusive perks year-round at Lapena.org/members or make a one-time gift at Lapena.org/donate to support La Peña and help sustain free, accessible programs like Las Mermeladas.