Ashkenaz is, most likely, among the most unique cultural dance halls in the entire Bay Area. From Folk, Country, Zydeco, Reggae and Baltic Folk Dancing to Blues, Jam Bands and singer-songwriter competitions, you really can't beat the range of experiences one could have there.This place is as good as it gets, and I'm so grateful to know about it and to have enjoyed it for quite a few years!
H H
Great for bachata social on 1st Thursdays of the month, the lesson is beginner friendly, however the male instructor will throw in moves he did not teach in the class which can confuse people. It gets really hot inside when more people are dancing. It's older space, parking is limited. Bring your own water. Sometimes there will be 1 or 2 guys that pester for you to dance with them, stand your ground if you don't want to dance with them ladies.
Jess Rollins
A very unique gem.
Alethea D
Perfect. Grateful Dead night is the best, love this place and wish k could go more often. Check it out.
Luis Gutierrez
Best spot for late night dancing!
Clark Cole
Experienced a great evening of Balkan music at Ashkenaz! Best part of the evening was my two teenage kids could join me for dancing until midnight! We all had a blast. Music was lively and fun.
Craig Shaw
Had a great time at this place. A big dance hall with springs in the floor. Carribian Allstars are a fantastic band for dancing.
Benjamin Levine
Love the sunday morning dance, death open mic and balkan dance. This place is a fixture of my time here. I’ve gone all the time.
Blame John Hatten
Good food, great music!
Quinton
Different types of live music everyday of the week!
What a wonderful dance hall and community room. They have all genres of music and great bands. Relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
Gene Chamson
I have been going to this place for over 40 years, and have enjoyed many wonderful nights of music and dancing there. The large wooden dance floor and rustic structure make this an ideal venue for folk dancing and "down home" live music, like Zydeco, blues, and bluegrass. But over the years, there has been every different kind of music at Ashkenaz. Each genre brings its own group of devoted fans. So you'll encounter a wide range of people at Ashkenaz, depending on what's happening that night. But somehow, the place always manages to feel open and friendly. A true Berkeley experience.
George M.
It is a hole in the wall and that is what makes it fun. There is plenty of room to express oneself dancing.
Chloe Anderson
Great experience coming with a big group of friends for live music + dancing. Be sure to bring your own water bottle. They have a filtered water refill station, but cups are $1. Not many bathroom stalls available but they were very clean and well stocked.
Ashkenaz is, most likely, among the most unique cultural dance halls in the entire Bay Area. From Folk, Country, Zydeco, Reggae and Baltic Folk Dancing to Blues, Jam Bands and singer-songwriter competitions, you really can't beat the range of experiences one could have there.This place is as good as it gets, and I'm so grateful to know about it and to have enjoyed it for quite a few years!
Great for bachata social on 1st Thursdays of the month, the lesson is beginner friendly, however the male instructor will throw in moves he did not teach in the class which can confuse people. It gets really hot inside when more people are dancing. It's older space, parking is limited. Bring your own water. Sometimes there will be 1 or 2 guys that pester for you to dance with them, stand your ground if you don't want to dance with them ladies.
A very unique gem.
Perfect. Grateful Dead night is the best, love this place and wish k could go more often. Check it out.
Best spot for late night dancing!
Experienced a great evening of Balkan music at Ashkenaz! Best part of the evening was my two teenage kids could join me for dancing until midnight! We all had a blast. Music was lively and fun.
Had a great time at this place. A big dance hall with springs in the floor. Carribian Allstars are a fantastic band for dancing.
Love the sunday morning dance, death open mic and balkan dance. This place is a fixture of my time here. I’ve gone all the time.
Good food, great music!
Different types of live music everyday of the week!
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What a wonderful dance hall and community room. They have all genres of music and great bands. Relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
I have been going to this place for over 40 years, and have enjoyed many wonderful nights of music and dancing there. The large wooden dance floor and rustic structure make this an ideal venue for folk dancing and "down home" live music, like Zydeco, blues, and bluegrass. But over the years, there has been every different kind of music at Ashkenaz. Each genre brings its own group of devoted fans. So you'll encounter a wide range of people at Ashkenaz, depending on what's happening that night. But somehow, the place always manages to feel open and friendly. A true Berkeley experience.
It is a hole in the wall and that is what makes it fun. There is plenty of room to express oneself dancing.
Great experience coming with a big group of friends for live music + dancing. Be sure to bring your own water bottle. They have a filtered water refill station, but cups are $1. Not many bathroom stalls available but they were very clean and well stocked.
Roman dance or Latin dance.Always great fUn!