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Cheeseburger Centennial Celebration

Celebrating 100 Years Since The Cheeseburger Was Invented in Pasadena

As the foodlore goes, the cheeseburger made its debut 100 years ago at The Rite Spot in western Pasadena. In January 2024, join Pasadena in celebrating the almighty, all-American cheeseburger for giving us 100 years of cheesy, irresistibly delicious, and comforting goodness.🍔💯

Pasadena Museum of...

The Rite Spot

The Cheeseburger Origin Story

Who invented the cheeseburger? Why, it was none other than Lionel Clark Sternberger who first introduced the cheeseburger to the masses in 1924, at his dad's restaurant along Pasadena's Route 66.

Read the Story

Stay in Pasadena this January 2024, get a free cheeseburger

Free Cheeseburger With Your Stay

Experience the cheeseburger, the holy grail of American cuisine, as it gracefully turns 100 years old in it's hometown of Pasadena, California. Celebrated across the world and satisfying cravings for a century, the cheeseburger is getting a month long birthday party in January 2024. Join us in all our celebrations across town during your stay this January, and get a free cheeseburger. 🍔💯

Langham Huntington, Pasadena

The Offer: Book a stay at the Langham Huntington, Pasadena in January and get a free Royal Royce Burger, served at The Royce Wood-fired Steakhouse. Use Code: RoyalRoyce

Pasadena Hotel & Pool

The Offer: Book a stay between Jan 2 and Jan 31, get 5% off the Best Available Rate and a free cheeseburger. Minimum 2-night stay. Use code: CHEESE

Hotel Dena

The Offer: Book a stay between January 2 and January 31, get late checkout and the Dena Cheeseburger for two. It's made with a toasted brioche bun.

Hyatt Place Pasadena

The Offer: Book your stay between Jan. 1 and Jan. 31 to get 50% off food and beverage for the Cheeseburger 100th Anniversary special. We suggest you use the deal on a cheeseburger.

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Westin Pasadena

The Offer: Book and stay now through January 31 for the Cheeseburger Centennial special, and get a cheeseburger, a glass of beer or soft drink, and a delightful time in Pasadena. Not including December 30 - January 1.

Hilton PasadenA

The Offer: Cheeseburger Package - book your stay between January 2 and February 3, and get a cheeseburger, fries, and drink meal for two. Free valet is also included.

ONLY IN PASADENA

Pasadena Cheeseburger Centennial Experiences

During January 2024 in Pasadena, there's a citywide celebration of the 100th anniversary of the cheeseburger. Join us in wishing our darling cheeseburger a very happy 100.🍔💯

Lucky Baldwins The English Cheeseburger

The Pasadena Cheeseburger Centennial Walking Tour is here for a limited time. In January, experience Old Pasadena with Melting Pot Food Tours.

For the month of January, get $5 off of the cheeseburger sliders at the Ice House Comedy Club when you show your Metro TAP Card.

Receive a free house beverage at Slab Pasadena when you show your Metro TAP Card during Cheeseburger Week, January 21-27.

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PASADENA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENTS

Pasadena Cheeseburger Week

Cheeseburger Week returns January 21-27, 2024 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the invention of the cheeseburger in Pasadena. Dine in honor of Lionel Sternberger, the man behind the cheeseburger. The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce is introducing a Cheeseburger Passport this year to commemorate the occasion, complete with collectable stamps and exciting prizes! Information will be updated on the website by January 6th.

Pasadena Cheeseburger Week

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