Pasadena Martin Luther King Weekend 2025

Pasadena Martin Luther King Weekend 2025:

La Canada, La Crescenta, Montrose & Tujunga

Popular returning installations include an entire town of enchanting “stained-glass” houses by contemporary sculptor Tom Fruin, dazzling geometric light sculptures by HYBYCOZO, the vibrant Flower Power display along the Promenade, and exquisite, immersive lighting effects throughout the Ancient Forest. Descanso Gardens Events 1418 Descanso Dr., La Cañada Flintridge

Altadena, Pasadena, San Gabriel, & Arcadia

Take a walking tour at the Arboretum in Arcadia. 301 North Baldwin Ave, Arcadia

Huntington Gardens is another great place to visit. Click here for events. 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino

Pasadena Bead & Design Show is open to the public Friday through Sunday. Shop and buy directly from artisans and tradespeople at excellent prices. Discover beads, art clothing, jewelry, gemstones, textiles, findings, and embellishments—along with the largest selection of handcrafted beads, art jewelry, and gems, offered for the first time by the artisans themselves. Browse designer accessories, including felted hats, artwear, hand-dyed silks, hand-tooled leather, and eco-dyed and upcycled clothing.Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E Green St, Pasadena.

The Rose Bowl Half Marathon, 5K, and Kids Run is a truly unforgettable race experience with a one-of-a-kind finish line on the field at the world-famous Rose Bowl! Sunday start time is 7:00 am at the Rose Bowl, 1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena

Old Pasadena Food Tasting Walking Tour every Saturday and Sunday. Presented by Melting Pot Food Tours, this guided walk explores hidden alleys and historic streets in search of delicious multicultural bites and sweet treats. Discover the rich stories behind each dish and meet passionate local merchants along the way. The tour begins at the intersection of Raymond Avenue and Holly Street.

Glendale, Burbank, Toluca Lake, and North Hollywood

Saturday night is “David Bowie” at Moonlight Rollerway, 5110 San Fernando Road, Glendale, from 8 to 11 p.m.

Wine tastings every weekend at Rosso Wine Shop. The general theme is “Try Three Wines for $12.” To start, enjoy a white wine, then move on to two reds. Typically, the middle wine is lighter to medium-bodied, followed by a heavier selection to round out the tasting. Meanwhile, new wines are poured each weekend, keeping the experience fresh and exciting. In addition, guests can choose wines by the glass or select from a variety of beers. 3459 N Verdugo Rd., Glendale

Downtown Burbank Cultural Market. This unique outdoor market takes place every Friday and Saturday from 5:00 to 9:30 PM and Sunday from 3:00 to 8:00 PM at the corner of Palm Avenue and San Fernando Boulevard, along the AMC walkway in Downtown Burbank.

Fridays from 4-10 pm, Bob’s Big Boy hosts Southern California’s best Classic Car Show. 4211 W. Riverside Dr, Burbank

Los Angeles and Vicinity

Annual MLK Day Breakfast this Saturday, where we will be celebrating our movement’s beginnings via our theme “Back to Our Roots.” Our civil rights are under attack. We see the attempts to erase the history and achievements of Black people. We see the demonization and targeting of our immigrant communities, and the harming of our nation’s most vulnerable. This Breakfast not only helps us empower our community activists and labor leaders, but also serves as a major fundraiser supporting the work of the LA Fed. 1201 South Figueroa St., Los Angeles

Friday through Sunday – Family Play Space Weekend museum tours and a free admission day for BofA cardholders make it the perfect time to visit the Autry Museum. Explore the Family Play Space with hands-on activities—from building barns and tinkering with trains to creating art, pretending to shop, sketching plants, and relaxing in the library. It’s an interactive, educational experience for all ages at the Autry Museum in Griffith Park, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles.