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Las TropiGaitas: A Latin Holiday Dance Party with Bululú
Get ready to celebrate the holidays on Saturday, December 12, with a night full of rhythm, flavor, and tropical energy at Ashkenaz in Berkeley!
From the joyful sounds of Venezuelan holiday music to irresistible Caribbean grooves, Las TropiGaitas is all about bringing people together through music, culture, and the joy of dancing. The evening brings the festive spirit of traditional Venezuelan "gaitas" to the dance floor, with live music by Bululú, the Bay Area's premier Latin band serving up a mixed set of salsa, guaracha, porros, cumbia, and more!
For the after party, DJ Mike V takes over with an epic dance set to keep the energy soaring. Expect a festive time, dance lesson, raffle, surprises, and a dance floor that keeps moving all night long!
Inside, you’ll find local Venezuelan food vendors serving up a delicious selection of sweet and savory treats, along with beer and wine available for guests 21 and over.
Early bird tickets on sale very soon! Please stay tuned.
SF Music Day 2026
We’re honored to be part of the 19th annual SF Music Day, San Francisco’s beloved celebration of live music! This free, all-ages festival brings together 95 artists across 20 ensembles for more than six hours of continuous live performances.
Artists include dynamic Latin music band Bululú, alongside the San Francisco Chamber Orchestra, legendary experimental ensemble Rova Saxophone Quartet, Sundra Manning Organ Quintet, Cornelius Boots, and The Sampaguitas. Hank Dutt, former violist of Kronos Quartet, and celebrated pianist Kate Campbell will make the world debut of their new collaboration, the Dutt Campbell Duo.
From bluegrass and Filipina folk to soul jazz, classical, Latin, and experimental music, the program reflects the region’s vibrant and expansive musical landscape.
Best of all, admission is FREE! Just RSVP, come discover something new, and experience the power of live music with us.
For our Bululú fans: Catch us for a special 40-minute live set at 5:00pm at Herbst Theatre (1st floor). We can’t wait to see you there!
Explore the full schedule at: https://intermusicsf.org/sf-music-day/
Santa Clara Art & Wine Festival
The Santa Clara Art & Wine Festival is an annual community event to raise money for Santa Clara community groups and nonprofits. This family event features over 170 artists and craft vendors, a Kids Kingdom, delicious food, live entertainment on two stages, premium wines and micro-brewed beer. Admission is free. Bululú’s live set is scheduled from 11:30am-12:45pm.
Third Thursdays on Treat
Third Thursdays on Treat is a vibrant monthly neighborhood celebration in San Francisco’s Mission District, bringing together live music, local artists and makers, food vendors, and community organizations for an evening of culture and connection. Set along Treat Avenue, this free outdoor event transforms the street into a lively gathering place where neighbors and visitors can discover local businesses, enjoy great food and drinks, and experience an eclectic lineup of performances in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. With a strong focus on supporting local creativity and fostering community, Third Thursdays on Treat has quickly become one of the Mission’s favorite monthly traditions.
Mission Housing 55th Anniversary Gala
Since 1971, Mission Housing Development Corporation has provided affordable housing options to residents of San Francisco. Now, Mission Housing is one of the largest nonprofit housing organizations in San Francisco, owning or managing 35 buildings. The organization currently serves some 3,000 residents in 1,600 units. 1,000 additional 100 percent affordable rental units are being developed.
Berkeley Pride 🏳️🌈 (Berkeley, CA)
We’re excited to share that Pacific Center for Human Growth is hosting Berkeley Pride 2026: From Joy to Justice and we would love for you to be part of this powerful, community-rooted celebration.
Berkeley Pride: From Joy to Justice will uplift LGBTQIA+ and QTBIMPOC arts, culture, community, and history in Berkeley and across the East Bay. The festival will feature local artists and performers, resource and service providers, community partners, and vibrant all-day programming for people of all ages.
Friday Nights at OMCA with Bululú
Friday Nights at OMCA comes alive with the sounds, rhythms, and spirit of the Caribbean. Experience an unforgettable performance by BULULÚ, whose energetic Latin dance music creates the perfect soundtrack for an evening of connection and celebration. Plus, Andreina Febres-Cordero from Making Waves Studios will guide an interactive dance session for all skill levels. Come ready to dance, discover something new, and share in a joyful night of music and community. A free, all ages event.
DOMÉSTICO - New Album Release Party (Berkeley, CA)
Bululú Presents:
DOMÉSTICO: From the Border of Home
An Album Release Party
Join Bululú for the release celebration of DOMÉSTICO: From the Border of Home, our third album and most ambitious project to date.
The celebration will be a full evening of music, dancing, and community, Bululú style! DJ Agana will warm up the dance floor (salsa dance lesson included), followed by a high-energy set by Bululú featuring music from DOMÉSTICO and beyond. Expect plenty of surprises, special guests, and a good dose of fun.
The date is at legendary Ashkenaz in Berkeley, on Saturday, August 22. Come celebrate with us as we bring DOMÉSTICO to life—an album about the world we inhabit, the lives we lead, and the ways we resist, love, dance, and create community together.
Doors open: 7pm
DJ Agana + Dance Lesson: 7-8pm
Bululú Live: 8pm-9:30pm
DJ Agana Latin Dance Set: 9:30pm-11pm
$20 adv/$25 door/Kids under 12 free.
Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).
DOMÉSTICO - New Album Listening Party at Eli's (Oakland)
Pull up to Eli's Mile High Club in Oakland for a laid-back pre-release hang with Bululú! We’re taking over the speakers with sneak peeks of brand-new tracks, plus DJ, videos, good vibes, and time to kick it with the recording artists at one of our favorite Bay Area spots.
Think of it as the perfect warm-up before our live album release performance the following week at Ashkenaz in Berkeley.
Free entry, great people, coolest back patio, fresh music — come through have a drink and celebrate with us!
The Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival (Oakland, CA)
The annual festival brings together 17,000+ people to MacArthur Boulevard. We celebrate the immense talent and diverse culture of our Laurel, our Oakland, and our Bay Area community. Free admission. Bululú is scheduled to perform from 3pm-4pm.
A Night of Hope for Venezuela
Join us on A Night of Hope for Venezuela, a community benefit concert in Berkeley bringing together music, food, and local artists to raise funds for families affected by the recent earthquake in Venezuela. Through community, shared experiences, food, conversation, and live performances, we will raise funds to provide humanitarian assistance and stand in solidarity with those facing unimaginable loss.
All proceeds from this event will be donated to a carefully vetted nonprofit organization currently providing humanitarian and disaster relief on the ground in Venezuela.
SF Free Folk Festival (San Francisco, CA)
The San Francisco Free Folk Festival has been happening since 1977, when the first festival was staged at the Hall of Flowers. They have been known to have between 2,000 and 3,000 guests attending the event! Free, open to the public, live music, activities, and more! Bululú is scheduled to perform from 3pm-4pm.
Plaza Palooza at Levi’s Plaza - Lunch Hour (San Francisco, CA)
Join us for a lunchtime music series. Bring your colleagues, grab a bite from the @offthegridsf food trucks, and enjoy live performances in the heart of Hard Park! Free concert.
Music on the Square 2026 (Redwood City, CA)
Marking 20 years of live music and community celebration, Downtown Redwood City’s Music on the Square offers something for all ages. Featuring the best of rock, reggae, funk, Latin, and soul on Friday nights, with fourteen-weeks of free concerts. Presenting outstanding talent from across the Bay and beyond, the season launches with the high-voltage Santana Tribute of Carnaval and finishes with the irresistible pop and soul of Pride & Joy. Grab food from acclaimed nearby restaurants, bring a lawn chair or blanket, and enjoy the show; it’s the Peninsula’s go-to Friday night tradition!
Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival (Oakland, CA)
A free festival with live music, over 50 craft beverage tastings, local chefs serving up delicious bites, family zone, and more! Bululú is scheduled to perform from 5-6pm.
FreeFest at Ashkenaz (Berkeley, CA)
Don’t miss this free, all-day Bay Area music festival at Ashkenaz in Berkeley! Bululú scheduled to perform from 3-4pm.
LatinFestSF (San Francisco, CA)
LatinFestSF. One Night. One Stage. The Power of Latin Music.
The Back Room (Berkeley, CA)
The Back Room: A Night of Bubbles and Boleros. Berkeley, CA
Eli’s Mile High Club (Oakland, CA)
Eli’s High Mile Club presents: DIABBLA, Bululú, Icara, DJ Sounds of Paradise.

