Art Night

ArtNight Pasadena is an exclusive day when the city’s most prominent museums and cultural institutions offer free admission to the public.

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Smartphone App

Pasadena’s brand new mobile app is available for free download on the App Store and Android Market.

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Metro Gold Line

There’s a beautiful light rail train that connects Pasadena with Downtown Los Angeles.

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Pasadena: Where Great Minds Meet

Pasadena is the city where great minds meet. Explore how science, technology, and creativity come to life.

Watch: The Gamble House

The filmmaker behind The Lion King and Beauty & the Beast made a documentary about the Gamble House.

Watch: California's Hidden Gem

There’s a lot to be discovered for those who venture off the beaten path.

Watch: Craftsman Weekend

Pasadena is home to the largest event honoring the American Arts & Crafts Movement, play the video to learn more.

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Get a sneak peak of ArtNight Pasadena, where many of our museums and galleries are open free to the public.

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Upcoming Events

Old Pasadena Halloween Celebration

Oct21

Halloween in Old Pasadena The whole family will will have a frightfully good…

Kidspace’s Haunted Arroyo

Oct21

Haunted Arroyo Kidspace’s Haunted Arroyo will be glowing with ghouls, spooks, and mystery as…

Contemporary Crafts Market

Oct26

Celebrate Fine Craft at The Contemporary Crafts Market Hand-crafted and home for the…

Utah Utes at UCLA Bruins

Oct26

Go Bruins Utah Utes at UCLA Bruins will take place on October 26…

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Pasadena: Where Great Minds Meet

Pasadena is the city where great minds meet. Explore how science, technology, and creativity come to life.

Watch: The Gamble House

The filmmaker behind The Lion King and Beauty & the Beast made a documentary about the Gamble House.

Watch: California's Hidden Gem

There's a lot to be discovered for those who venture off the beaten path.

Watch: Craftsman Weekend

Pasadena is home to the largest event honoring the American Arts & Crafts Movement, play the video to learn more.

Watch: ArtNight Pasadena

Get a sneak peak of ArtNight Pasadena, where many of our museums and galleries are open free to the public.

    Featured Events

  • The Woman in Black

    Oct 17, 2018 - Nov 11, 2018

    The Woman in Black is a classic ghost story  about a man who believes he and his family have been cursed…

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  • Connect Week

    Oct 20, 2018 - Oct 28, 2018

    Connect Week brings together Pasadena's network of innovators, institutions and companies for a festival of discovery and idea exchange…

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  • Old Pasadena Halloween Celebration

    Oct 21, 2018 - Oct 31, 2018

    Halloween in Old Pasadena
    The whole family will will have a frightfully good time at the Old Pasadena Halloween Celebration. Enjoy…

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  • Contemporary Crafts Market

    Oct 26, 2018 - Oct 28, 2018

    The Contemporary Crafts Market is a 3 day event show casing the art of ceramics, glass, jewelry, furniture, and sculptures…

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  • Utah Utes at UCLA Bruins

    Oct 26, 2018

    Utah Utes at UCLA Bruins will take place on October 26, 2018 at The Rose Bowl…

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  • Moonlight Forest

    Oct 26, 2018 - Jan 6, 2019

    Light Up the Night
    Coming in the fall to the Los Angeles Arboretum and Botanic Garden, is the unforgettable Moonlight Forest…

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  • Pumpkin Festival

    Oct 27, 2018 - Oct 28, 2018

    Halloween for the Family
    Pumpkin Festival is a family-friendly event that includes activities for kids of all ages and their parents. The festivities…

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  • Old Pasadena Day of the Dead

    Nov 2, 2018 - Nov 4, 2018

    Old Pasadena Celebrates Day of the Dead
    Celebrate Old Pasadena Day of the Dead with three days of family events. The…

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  • De Yun She

    Nov 3, 2018

    Chinese Cross Talk Show
    De Yun She (Deyun Club) is arguably the most popular and well-known Chinese Traditional Cross-Talk which is…

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  • Craftsman Weekend

    Nov 9, 2018 - Nov 11, 2018

    Pasadena Heritage presents the 27th Annual Craftsman Weekend, the largest and most comprehensive salute to the Arts & Crafts Movement in…

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  • Jackalope Art and Craft Fair

    Nov 17, 2018 - Nov 18, 2018

    Jackalope Art and Craft Fair takes place in Pasadena's Central Park, featuring 200 local artisans. It's located across the street…

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  • USC Trojans at UCLA Bruins

    Nov 17, 2018

    USC Trojans at UCLA Bruins will take place on November 17, 2018 at The Rose Bowl…

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  • Enchanted: Forest of Light

    Nov 18, 2018 - Jan 6, 2019

    Illuminated Forest
    Each year during the holidays, Descanso Gardens transforms its grounds into an enchanted forest with whimsical lighting displays and interactive exhibitions…

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  • Small Business Saturday

    Nov 24, 2018

    Shop Small
    Small Business Saturday is an event in Pasadena that encourages visitors to shop at small local businesses of Pasadena…

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  • Stanford Cardinal at UCLA Bruins

    Nov 24, 2018

    Stanford Cardinal at UCLA Bruins will take place on November 26, 2018 at The Rose Bowl…

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  • LA County Women's Leadership Conference SOLD OUT

    Nov 29, 2018

    One Day Annual Event
    The LA County Women’s Leadership Conference, hosted by the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works…

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  • Rose Bowl Game Ticket Sales for Residents

    Dec 1, 2018

    Ticket Sale for Pasadena Residents
    Residents of Pasadena are given an opportunity to purchase tickets in advance by lottery system on…

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  • Castle Green Holiday Home Tour

    Dec 2, 2018

    Step Back in Time
    On December 2, 2018, Castle Green Holiday Home Tour will allow guests to take a self-guided tour of the…

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  • The Wonderful Winter of Oz

    Dec 15, 2018 - Dec 30, 2018

    Experience the magic of OZ, in this Holiday version of a classic fairy tale…

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  • Float Decorating

    Dec 28, 2018 - Dec 31, 2018

    Watch the majestic floats come together, volunteers and float builders apply a variety of fruit, seeds, bark, grasses, and of…

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  • Noon Year's Eve At Kidspace Museum

    Dec 31, 2018

    Noon Year's Eve at Kidspace Children's Museum is a New Year's celebration for kids. Since midnight is way past bedtime…

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  • Rose Parade—130th Annual Spectator Guide

    Jan 1, 2019

    Everything you need to know about Pasadena's famous New Year's Day parade, the Tournament of Rorses…

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  • Rose Bowl Game—Spectator Guide

    Jan 1, 2019

    The Rose Bowl Game is the oldest of bowls, it began in 1902. In its 105th year, the Rose Bowl Game…

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  • Post Parade

    Jan 1, 2019 - Jan 2, 2019

    Post Parade is a great way to view the floats up close following the Rose Parade and see the workmanship…

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  • IMATS Los Angeles

    Jan 11, 2019 - Jan 13, 2019

    Makeup Artist Trade Show
    IMATS Los Angeles is the International Makeup Artist Trade Show where thousands of make-up artists and exhibitors…

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  • Golden State Tattoo Expo

    Jan 25, 2019 - Jan 27, 2019

    Inked Presents
    The Golden State Tattoo Expo 2019 brings together some of the world’s top tattoo artists, whose exceptional work clouds…

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  • Retro Gaming Expo

    Feb 23, 2019 - Feb 24, 2019

    The So Cal Retro Gaming Expo will feature arcade games, vendors, and tournaments…

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  • An Evening with Tolle and Williamson

    Apr 13, 2019

    An Evening with Tolle and Williamson will take place at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium on April 16, 2018…

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  • Breeders' Cup

    Nov 1, 2019 - Nov 2, 2019

    2019 World Championship
    The Breeders’ Cup World Championship is one of the most prestigious horse racing events in the world, it…

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