Pasadena Thanksgiving Weekend Events 2025

Pasadena Thanksgiving Weekend Events 2025:

La Canada, La Crescenta, & Montrose

Montrose Old Town Christmas Activities
Saturdays & Sundays, November 29–December 21 • 11 AM–3 PM
Tree Lighting: Friday, November 28 at 6:15 PM (Carolers begin at 5:30 PM)

For those seeking an old-fashioned Christmas experience, Old Town Montrose offers a charming holiday destination. Family-owned and family-operated shops, beautifully decorated for the season, provide unique gift options for everyone on the list—from pets and children to family and friends. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of restaurants, cafés, and bakeries throughout the area, offering everything from quick lunches to relaxed dinners and sweet treats for a holiday pick-me-up.

On Friday, November 28, Old Town Montrose hosts an evening of festive entertainment featuring strolling carolers, Santa Claus, and the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. Carolers begin at 5:30 PM, followed by the Tree Lighting at 6:15 PM.

Enchanted Forest of Light Through January 4, enjoy the magic from 5:30–10:00 pm at Descanso Gardens. 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

Events 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

Rose Bowl Turkey Trot – Join us for the 8th annual Rose Bowl Turkey Trot as we continue the tradition of family fun at the Rose Bowl on Thanksgiving Day! Runners, walkers, skippers, and jumpers alike can participate this year by running around the 5K recreational loop at America’s Stadium. Known for being a Pasadena family favorite and a Thanksgiving morning tradition, you won’t want to miss it! 1001 Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena

Get ready for a winter wonderland! Kidspace Children’s Museum will transform into a land of wonder and delight for its annual Winter Frolic now through January 11th. Make warm and fuzzy family memories this holiday season! It’s all the fantasy fun of “snow play” in warm and sunny Southern California—no mittens required. 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena

Saturday and Sunday, Lineage Performing Arts Center presents Broadway Gamble Ramble. Step into a living timeline of musical theatre at the historic Gamble House, as Lineage Performing Arts Center presents an immersive celebration of song, dance, and storytelling in the context of its era. The Gamble House 4 Westmoreland Place 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, and Toluca Lake

Friday is “Old School R&B ” 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.” Begin with a white wine, and then move on to two reds. Typically, the middle wine is lighter to medium-bodied, followed by a heavier wine. New wines are poured each weekend. In addition to the “Wine Flight,” there are options by the glass and a selection 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

LA Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow through January 11th. Guests can explore a dazzling world of lanterns and lights, featuring exciting new elements that will captivate visitors of all ages. In 2025, the event takes visitors on a journey through a holiday-themed wonderland; the whimsical world of plants and pollinators, with larger-than-life birds, butterflies, insects, and flowers; glowing lanterns showcasing the wildlife of Southeast Asia; and an African landscape highlighting the continent’s iconic regions and animals, all brought to life with spectacular illuminated sculptures. 5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles

The 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show Returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center from November 21–30. Attendees can explore and compare hundreds of the newest cars, trucks, SUVs, and EVs, all featured alongside exciting new attractions such as Creator Studio and The Underground for custom car culture. Popular favorites—including the Showcase Hall and hands-on experiences like Camp Jeep and the Ford Bronco Built Wild Adventure Courses—will also be available.

Location: 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles.

Continuing all this week, The Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square returns to DTLA for its 25th season.

General admission to the rink is $22, which includes skate rental. Locker rentals are available for $5, and skate helpers can be rented for $6. The rink operates through January 11, 2026, and features special programming such as DJ Spotlight Nights and Classical Sundays.

Location: 532 South Olive St., Los Angeles.

Christmas on the Farm, November 28th – December 24th – Two locations for you to visit, one in Somis and one in Moorpark, as well as our many Farmers’ Markets throughout Ventura and LA Counties. Birthday Parties at the Farm, Pick-Your-Own Produce, Educational School Tours, Specialty Gifts & Products, Fruit & Vegetable Gift Baskets, not to mention \ Springtime, Fall Harvest, and Christmas on the Farm make this a unique venue.

Friday through Sunday – Family Play Space at the Autry Museum. Discover Autry’s Family Play Space, where creativity and curiosity go hand in hand. Build a barn after hearing a fireside story, tinker with a train while exploring Texas Longhorns, or take in local art before going on a pretend grocery run. Sketch an elderberry, then relax in the library under the grapevine canopy. It’s interactive, educational, and fun for all ages—only at the Autry Museum in Griffith Park, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles.