Pasadena Weekend Events May 1st-3rd:
La Canada, La Crescenta, Montrose, and Sunland
The 39th Annual La Cañada Spring Home Tour is a cherished community tradition for the La Canada High School. Tour four distinctive homes, each selected for its architectural vision and design inspiration. Tour Hours: Home Tour Hours: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM | Break from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Friday and Saturday @ 7 pm
Join the Montrose Shopping Park for “Kids & Kritters Day” on Sunday. This fun-filled event offers something for everyone and celebrates the diversity of the Crescenta–Canada Valley. It brings together exotic and domestic animals, a First Responders area with local law enforcement and firefighters, and a Kids Fun Zone with inflatable slides and bungee jumping. Kids take center stage. The farm animal petting zoo lets children interact with gentle animals up close. Wild Wonders returns by popular demand with its Exotic Animal Shows, offering hands-on experiences with unusual creatures. The festivities continue along the 2300 block with the popular Montrose Harvest Market. More than 150,000 attendees visited last year to shop for fresh California Certified and organic produce, flowers, baked goods, and specialty foods. Event activities run from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Back Door Bakery and Cafe is hosting live music. Trivia Night on Sunday, 4-6 pm. 349 Foothill Blvd., Sunland
Descanso Gardens Events: Explore this botanical garden with so much to offer. 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada Flintridge
Altadena, Pasadena, Alhambra & Arcadia
LA Arboretum in Arcadia. 301 North Baldwin Ave, Arcadia
The Huntington Gardens. Click here for events. 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino
Free First Fridays at Kidspace Children’s Museum and Norton Simon Museum, also learn about Norton Simon and the stories behind how he acquired some of the world’s most exceptional works of art.
Friday and Saturday are LitFest. Enjoy literature and local authors through this free, community literary festival. Southern California’s most diverse literary festival, LitFest in the Dena, is writer-driven and deeply representative of Los Angeles County’s communities, featuring programming for all literary interests. Pasadena Presbyterian Church 585 E Colorado Blvd., Pasadena
This Saturday UCLA Spring Game & Cinco De Mayo at the Rose Bowl. Get a special look inside UCLA Football’s preparations for the 2026 season and celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl Stadium! Explore a vibrant Cinco de Mayo Marketplace featuring handmade jewelry, clothing, and local resources, alongside a variety of food and beverage offerings. The event will also include a boxing tournament in the Court of Champions and live music, creating a memorable experience for the whole family. 1001 Rose Bowl Dr. Pasadena,
The event is free and open to the public, but a ticket is required for admissions. Please request your free ticket today!
Magic at The Langham Experience an unforgettable evening with David Minkin on Saturday. The show blends original magic with authentic personal storytelling. Watch solid objects melt through one another, witness time travel, and experience mind reading—all woven together with inspiring narratives. Designed for adults but suitable for mature audiences ages 7+, the performance offers a thoughtful and engaging experience for all. Two shows: 5:00 PM and 7:30 PM The Langham Huntington, Pasadena
The 2026 Pasadena Showcase House of Design at the Baldwin Oaks Estate in Arcadia is a captivating journey into California’s Golden Age. Discover interior design inspiration through a docent-led tour, shop from local vendors, and experience unique events including speakeasy nights, candle-making, and yoga on the lawn.
USC Pacific Asia Museum (USC PAM) announces Mythical Creatures: The Stories We Carry, through September 6th, a journey through immigrant experiences via the visual language of mythology. 46 N. Los Robles Ave.Pasadena
Rose Bowl Stadium Tours – Held on the last Friday of every month at 10:30 am and 12:30 pm, Rose Bowl Stadium. Rose Bowl Stadium 1001 Rose Bowl 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, Brand Associates Dance Series, Acclaimed choreographer Jamie Nichols curates this event. It features top Southern California dance companies performing site-specific works in nontraditional spaces throughout the Brand Library & Art Center. Performances run 60 to 90 minutes with no intermission. Admission is free. 1601 W. Mountain St., Glendale.
The Glendale Historical Society is delighted to present its “Classic Colonials” Home Tour on Sunday, from 10 am to 4 pm. In celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary and California’s 175th Anniversary, this year’s tour features five distinguished residences showcasing Colonial Revival and Monterey Colonial Revival architecture, the latter a style uniquely rooted in California’s architectural heritage. House addresses and check-in information will be provided to ticket holders on May 1.
Moonlight Rollerway, a beloved local landmark that has been rolling since the 1950s. This iconic indoor skating rink blends vintage charm with lively music, themed skate nights, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re gliding under the disco lights or celebrating with friends, it’s a timeless Southern California hangout where generations have come to skate, laugh, and make memories.
Wine tastings every weekend at Rosso Wine Shop. The general theme is “Try Three Wines for $12.” Start with a white wine, then move on to two reds. Typically, the second wine is light to medium-bodied, followed by a fuller selection to finish the tasting. Meanwhile, new wines are featured each weekend, which keeps the experience fresh. Guests can also order wine by the glass or choose from a variety of beers. The tasting takes place at 3459 N. Verdugo Rd. in 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
The Music Center’s Very Special Arts Festival is back this Saturday for their annual free, inclusive event celebrating the artistic achievements of students with all abilities. The festival features student and professional performances, visual and performing arts workshops and a student art exhibit created around a theme that is introduced to the students each year. Runs 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Music Center,135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles
Step back in time and experience the magic of the Renaissance Pleasure Faire. Step into a vibrant 16th-century world at the Southern California Renaissance Pleasure Faire. Enjoy costumed performers, artisan vendors, live music, thrilling jousting tournaments, and hearty old-world food. From interactive shows to handcrafted treasures, it’s a full day of fun for all ages. Saturdays & Sundays through May 17 · 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area, 15501 E. Arrow Highway, Irwindale — just minutes from Pasadena
Griffith Park Attractions: Explore hands-on exhibits, step into the planetarium, and take in sweeping views from Downtown to the Pacific. Head down the hill to Travel Town Museum and climb aboard historic trains. Then, wander through the Los Angeles Zoo. Finally, ride miniature trains through wooded tracks at the charming Los Angeles Live Steamers Railroad Museum—yes, adults fit (barely), and it’s worth it.
Underwood Family Farms offers plenty of reasons to visit. With two convenient locations in Moorpark and Somis—plus a presence at farmers’ markets across Ventura and Los Angeles Counties—there’s always a way to enjoy their fresh, local charm. From pick-your-own produce and educational school tours to birthday parties on the farm, specialty gifts, and beautifully arranged fruit and vegetable baskets, there’s something for everyone. Seasonal events like Springtime, Fall Harvest, and Christmas on the Farm bring families back year after year, making Underwood Family Farms a truly special destination worth discovering.
Local Farmer Markets
Saturdays
Burbank Certified Farmers Market 8 a.m. to Noon
Silver Lake Farmers Market 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Pasadena Farmers’ Market at Victory Park 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
La Cañada, Flintridge Farmers Market 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
North Hollywood Farmers Market 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Sundays
Studio City Farmers Market 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Montrose Farmers Market 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Atwater Village Farmers Market 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
