Wonderful Winter of Oz

Dance your way into the holidays with Lythgoe Family Panto’s Wonderful Winter of Oz spectacular.

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2019 Tournament of Roses Guide

The 130th Tournament of Roses kicks of January 1st, 2019. Everything you need to know to attend is in our online guide.

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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.

Watch: ArtNight Pasadena

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

The Wonderful Winter of Oz

Dec15

Click Your Heels Three Times The Wonderful Winter of OZ is presented by…

Holiday Candlelight

Dec15

Tis the Season Come together this holiday season and reserve a seat in…

Snow Days at Kidspace Museum

Dec26

Snow Days Snow Days at Kidspace Children's Museum gives you a chance to…

Float Decorating & Float Viewing

Dec28

Rose Parade Before and after the Rose Parade there are many activities such…

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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

  • 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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  • 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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  • A Christmas Carol

    Dec 1, 2018 - Dec 23, 2018

    A Christmas Carol
    A Noise Within’s delightfully festive, musically merry holiday tradition returns with Bob Crachit, Tiny Tim, and Scrooge in…

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  • It’s a Wonderful Life

    Dec 12, 2018 - Dec 23, 2018

    It’s a Wonderful Life is Pasadena Playhouse's holiday production running from December 12, 2018 to December 23, 2018…

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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 & Float Viewing

    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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  • Tournament of Roses Sip & Savor

    Dec 28, 2018 - Dec 30, 2018

    Tournament of Roses Sip & Savor is new end of the year celebration to help you get in the Rose…

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  • Live on Green

    Dec 29, 2018 - Dec 31, 2018

    Live on Green helps to kick off the city’s New Year’s Day events for the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl…

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  • Pasadena TV and Film Driving Tour

    Dec 29, 2018

    Film Tour
    Join My Valley Pass for a special three-hour driving tour of Pasadena’s popular TV and film locations, Saturday, December 29…

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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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  • Pasadena Half Marathon and 5K at Rose Bowl Stadium

    Jan 20, 2019

    Iconic Finish Line at the Rose Bowl Stadium
    The Pasadena Half Marathon and 5K will take place on Sunday, January 20…

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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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  • The Rolling Stones: NO FILTER Tour

    May 11, 2019

    NO FILTER
    The Rolling Stones are bringing their hugely successful NO FILTER tour to stadiums in 13 cities across America in 2019…

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  • Johnny Mathis

    May 16, 2019

    Legendary singer Johnny Mathis, celebrating his 62nd year as a recording artist is coming to the Pasadena Civic Auditorium…

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  • 45th Annual Los Angeles Conference on Gifted Education

    Jun 1, 2019

    Thrive
    Taking place June 1st, 2019 at the Pasadena Convention Center is the 45th Annual Los Angeles Conference on Gifted Education…

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  • CONCACAF Gold Cup 2019

    Jun 15, 2019

    Gold Cup 2019
    The Rose Bowl Stadium is one of thirteen international locations that will host a match for the CONCACAF Gold…

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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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