# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2nd Wednesday Balkan Folk Dance
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Doors at 6:30 PM
Balkan Dance Lesson at 7 PM
Social Dancing 7:30-10 PM

Teaching by Nadav Nur and Susie Shoaf.

Discover the captivating world of Balkan folk dancing at our monthly event, where we revive the '70s-style Berkeley folk dance scene to the exhilarating rhythms of the Balkans. Join us as we pay homage to the spirit of Ashkenaz founder David Nadel, who first introduced Balkan folk dancing in 1973 by dancing to recorded music that captures the essence of that era.

This event is a heartfelt tribute to David Nadel and the music and dance that made Ashkenaz an award-winning dance club. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of Balkan music or a newcomer eager to learn traditional Balkan folk dances, this gathering is for you. Dance teachers and fellow participants will be on hand to instruct and guide you through a diverse array of dances spanning Macedonia, Bulgaria, Romania, Albania, the Roma culture, and more.

Expect a mix of fun, easy, and more challenging dances. Come and be a part of this vibrant celebration of Balkan culture through dance and music!

Tickets:
Advance or Day of Show: $10
(Kids 12 and under are welcome for FREE)

Ashkenaz is all ages, all the time. Kids and minors are always welcome. Those 12 or under are admitted FREE (unless otherwise noted).
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/berkeley/2nd-wednesday-balkan-folk-dance/200029728045947
- **Event Categories**: dance, Entertainment, Kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 7

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Berkeley
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States, California 94702
- **lat**: 37.88013
- **long**: -122.29533
- **full address**: 1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States, California 94702

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2nd Wednesday Balkan Folk Dance being held?
  - **A:** 2nd Wednesday Balkan Folk Dance takes place on Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm at 1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States, California 94702.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2nd Wednesday Balkan Folk Dance?
  - **A:** 2nd Wednesday Balkan Folk Dance is organized by Ashkenaz.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2nd Wednesday Balkan Folk Dance is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Berkeley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 2nd Wednesday Balkan Folk Dance sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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