Pasadena Weekend Events April 26th – 28th

La Canada, La Crescenta & Montrose

Honeybird in La Canada is now open seven days a week. They have added pastrami sandwiches to their menu. Kris and I can’t wait to try one!

La Canada Spring Home Tour – Friday starting at 9:30 a.m. This community event is the largest LCHS 7/8 and 9-12 PTA fundraiser. View four spectacular homes, each selected for its unique architectural style and inspirational design. The day’s events will include the all-day Marketplace and an Evening Reception to be held outdoors at two additional beautiful homes.

Trees Talk Exhibition at Descanso Gardens through June 2, 10 am–4 pm daily. Trees Talk explores the hidden network that allows trees to communicate with one another. This beguiling exhibition showcases touchable and interactive elements, drawing on actual wood taken from oaks that tragically fell during a severe storm in 2023. Visitors can investigate acorn sprouts that show how roots develop as an oak tree grows and examine intriguing fungal entanglement. Trees Talk is open at the Sturt Haaga Gallery.

Pasadena, San Marino & Arcadia

View the 2024 Pasadena Showcase House of Design now until to May 19. Secure your tickets now to explore the latest trends in design and architecture.

Rose Bowl Stadium Tours held the last Friday of each month at 10:30am and 12:30pm, Rose Bowl Stadium Tours are the perfect way to spend an afternoon in Southern California. From visiting the original 1922 Locker Room, to getting an up-close look at the iconic field, guests will delight in this once in a lifetime opportunity to walk Rose Bowl Stadium Tours are the perfect way to spend an afternoon in Southern California. 1001 Rose Bowl
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Jackalope Art Festival a unique, curated shopping experience featuring the top trendsetting makers & designers of local goods with free admission. Featuring over 100 local, hand-selected artisans, shoppers can expect to find trendsetting indie goods including original fashion and jewelry design, paper goods, innovative home decor and housewares, and more. Central Park, 275 S Raymond Ave. Pasadena

The Eclectic Saturday a day and evening of fun. It’s a non-profit, community event that is produced by the South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce, with support from the City of South Pasadena, our sponsors and many volunteers. The Eclectic welcomes everyone.

34th Annual Bungalow Heaven – Sunday 10 am-4 pm walking tour of historic homes with insightful commentary about the homes’ architectural details and history.

The Huntington Library Art Museum and Botanical Gardens – 1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino

Glendale and Burbank

Riverwalk Workday – Spend the morning working next to the Los Angeles River on the City of Glendale’s Riverwalk. Volunteers are needed to help us remove invasive plants from the landscaped areas along the L.A. River. Wear sturdy shoes, protective clothing, and bring water. Tools and gloves are provided. Families, individuals, clubs, and students needing community service hours are welcome. Event cancelled when raining.

Los Angeles Area

Cherry Blossom Festival The 24th annual Cherry Blossom Festival will be hosted in Monterey Park on April 27 and 28th. The City of Monterey Park, Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates Japanese and Japanese American culture by showcasing a wide array of traditional and contemporary arts, influences and issues. The festival features art and craft sales, taiko drum and Japanese dance performances, martial arts and cultural demonstrations, community exhibits and delicious food. Thousands of people from throughout Southern California and beyond attend the two days of festivities.

The Petersen Automotive Museum has an Escape Room Friday, participants will mysteriously be locked in, and the only way out is to unravel the puzzles and uncover the museum’s secrets. Tickets to the escape room adventure cost $50 and includes light refreshments, two drink tickets, and raffle prizes. 6060 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles

The Original Renaissance Pleasure Faire – Saturdays and Sundays April 6 – May 19, 2024 · 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Begun in 1963 in Agoura, near Malibu, to create “living history” for school children and their families, the Original Renaissance Pleasure Faire has grown into an annual interactive playground and gallery for over 200,000 participants and guests. It has given birth to an industry nationwide and this year is more fun and exciting than ever.Only minutes from Pasadena at the Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area 15501 E. Arrow Highway, Irwindale, CA · Ph: 626.969.4750

Cactus & Succulent Show & Sale! Saturday and Sunday 9 am-4 pm. Hundreds of incredible specimen plants will be on display, as well as many of the interesting and weird mutant plants. 11226 Christy Ave. Lake View Terrace