Pasadena Weekend Events August 15th-17th

Pasadena Weekend Events August 15th-17th:

La Canada, La Crescenta, & Montrose

This weekend at Descanso Gardens is Walking Nature Meditations. The gardens are also a great way to spend the day. Click here for events. Descanso Gardens 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada Flintridge

This Sunday is Elemental Sound Bath with Rachel at Spiritual Heart Yoga – Elemental sound healing connects us to each of nature’s classical elements: earth, air, fire, water and ether/space while also connecting to the sounds in nature and around us. Rachel’s Sound Bath sessions utilize a combination of instruments to directly connect to certain elements using Quartz Crystal and Tibetan Singing Bowls, drum, chimes, gongs, shakers, bells and other instruments that are organically arranged.

This Sunday – Step back in time at the Lanterman House, a beautiful historic Craftsman-style museum built in 1915. It’s open Sunday afternoon from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM A perfect slow-paced outing for history buffs. 4420 Encinas Dr., La Cañada Flintridg

Music in the Park concert series. Join family, friends, and neighbors for free music evenings at Memorial Park at 1301 Foothill Boulevard. Bring a picnic basket and enjoy the live music. Concerts are on Sundays at 6:00 PM.

The Beach Bus through September 1st, departing from La Canada and La Crescenta.

Altadena, Pasadena, Sierra Madre, & Arcadia

The Arboretum in Arcadia is a fabulous place to go on any weekend. Click here for events. 301 North Baldwin Ave, Arcadia

Huntington Gardens is another great place to visit. On Sunday, there are twilight strolls. Click here for events. 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino

Kidspace Children’s Museum brings back its popular celebration of iconic American summer pastimes at Kidspace Campout. Campout is all about the joy of family time, the thrill of new adventures, and the simple pleasures you can only find when the days are warm and the pace is slow. 480 N. Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena

Campfire Sunset Series – Take the family for an evening of live music, dance, and artmaking at the Sunset Music Series at the Kidspace Children’s Museum. 480 N. Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena

The AC Hotel Concert Series features live music on Friday and Saturday nights. 19 S Madison Ave., Pasadena

Musical Storytime at the Gamble House with Pasadena Conservatory of Music this Saturday at 11 am. 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena

Rumors: A High Tea, Immersive Theatre Experience. This immersive evening of live theater transforms the bistro into a high-society home turned battleground of confusion as four couples arrive at an upscale dinner party, only to find their hostess missing and the deputy mayor shot in the head. What a scandal! Guests will participate in a laugh-out-loud experience where the only thing more ridiculous than the truth… are the lies trying to cover it up. This weekend at Madeline Garden Bistro, 1030 E. Green Street, Pasadena

Mount Wilson Observatory’s Sunday Afternoon Concerts In The Dome. Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope. The 100-inch telescope is the instrument with which astronomer Edwin Hubble discovered our place in an expanding universe. 100 Mt Wilson Circle Rd., Mount Wilson

Join Pasadena Walking Tours on an original and locally run walking tour, Haunted Pasadena. Pasadena Walking Tours is well-known for its ongoing research and fact-checked stories. Explore eerie alleys, hidden courtyards, and historic sites, including mortuaries and theaters, as the haunted secrets of Pasadena’s past are revealed.

Celebrate the iconic melodies from the annual Rusnak Summer POPs Series. Experience timeless tunes from the world’s most memorable musical composers, such as Principal POPS Conductor Michael Feinstein and the Pasadena POPS. Los Angeles County Arboretum 301 N Baldwin Ave, Arcadia

The Japanese American National Museum (JANM), in partnership with ArtCenter College of Design, will present Cruising J-Town: Behind the Wheel of the Nikkei Community as part of JANM on the Go now through November 12th. Peter and Merle Mullin Gallery ArtCenter College of Design, South Campus 1111 S. Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena

Old Pasadena Food Tasting Walking Tour every Saturday and Sunday. Presented by Melting Pot Food Tours, the Old Pasadena Food Tasting Walking Tour actively guides guests through charming alleys and hidden passageways in pursuit of delicious multicultural cuisine and delightful dessert spots. As you journey through this historic district—once a sunny expanse of orange groves—you uncover the rich stories behind each dish and engage with passionate local merchants who proudly share their specialties. Meet at the corner of Raymond Avenue and Holly Street to begin your tour.

100 Images. A retrospective featuring pivotal historic pieces honoring PSA members across the decades and a juried display of artwork by present-day PSA members through September 14. 470 W. Walnut St. Pasadena

Glendale, Burbank, and Toluca Lake

Free Summer Concerts Live music at Verdugo and Brand Park every Wednesday and Friday evening, through August 29th.

Saturday is Country Skate 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, on 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

Friday Night Wine tastings are put on by Barnsdall Art Park Foundation every Friday, through September 26th, on Olive Hill and the West Lawn of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House. Take in stunning sunsets while sipping fine wine from Silverlake Wine, enjoy tasty bites from local food trucks, and move to the rhythm of live DJ sets. Explore engaging exhibitions at the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery and the Barnsdall Junior Arts Center Gallery—and don’t miss the city’s best views of the Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory. 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles.

See “HAIR” August 15-17, 22-24 at The Broadwater Mainstage Theater! 1078 Lillian Way, Los Angeles

Free evening dance parties return to The Music Center’s Jerry Moss Plaza every Friday through August 16. At Dance DTLA, instructors will be on hand to teach guests easy-to-follow steps. Friday, the series continues with an evening of the 2025 schedule, which features six events, each themed for a different style of Salsa. The event is free and fun for all ages. Runs 7 to 11 p.m., 135 N. Grand Ave, Los Angeles

KCRW Summer Nights. These outdoor parties, featuring iconic cultural partners, include DJs, live bands, special exhibitions, food, and libations. You can find music you love, discover something new, and connect with the community.

Downtown LA rooftop movie. Arrive early, take in the views, and play games with the city as your background. 888 S. Olive St., Los Angeles, on the fourth floor.

Street Food Cinema makes going to the movies an event. Enjoy a summer lineup of films, food trucks, live music (before the screenings), and community fun. This season’s events take place at iconic locations, including the Autry Museum and LA State Historic Park, among others. Visit the website for full details on dates, film selections, locations, and to purchase tickets in advance.

Pick your produce at Underwood Farms in Somis and Moorpark.

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.