Pasadena Weekend Events May 2nd-4th

LA County Fair: Art Unleashed through May 26th. The thrills of the carnival, musical entertainment in every corner of the fairgrounds, and lots of food. 1101 W McKinley Ave. Pomona

Eaton Fire Updates

La Canada, La Crescenta, & Montrose

Sunday Kids & Kritters Day at the Montrose Shopping Park, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. From exotic and domestic animals to a First Responders area showcasing our local law enforcement and firefighters, to a Kids Fun Zone with inflatable slides and a bungee jump for the kids. 2300 Honolulu Blvd., Montrose

Descanso Gardens. Click here to see more events. Descanso Gardens 1418 Descanso Dr., La Cañada Flintridge

Altadena, Pasadena, San Gabriel, & Arcadia

The City of San Gabriel celebrates Cinco de Mayo on Friday in the Mission District. The event features live music, crafts, food, activities for kids, and a beer and cocktail garden presented by Pez Cantina. Admission is free. Runs 5:30 to 8:55 p.m. 320 S. Mission Dr., San Gabriel

The Concert For Beautiful Altadena, benefitting the Altadena community Eaton Fire survivors.3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday at 455 E. Woodbury Road, Altadena.9 LOCAL ARTISTS. 3 FOOD TRUCKS. 2 STAGES. 1 FULL BAR

The 2025 Pasadena Showcase House of Design at the Bauer Estate and Gardens is a 1928 Monterey colonial estate poised to be one of the largest Showcase Houses ever presented. It will be open through May 18, 2025

Arcadia Firefighters’ Association Annual Pancake Breakfast Saturday, 7 am- noon. Pancakes, live demos, raffles, bounce house, photo booth, and more. 630 S. Baldwin Ave, Arcadia

Experience the best live music at AC Hotel Pasadena’s free music series on select Fridays and Saturdays. Enjoy an intimate evening with incredible artists spanning pop, soul, R&B, classic rock, country, and more. 19 S Madison Ave., Pasadena

Museums of the Arroyo Day on Sunday, when six museums in Los Angeles, Pasadena, and South Pasadena open their doors for free from noon to 4 p.m.

Old Pasadena Food Tasting Walking Tour every Saturday and Sunday. Presented by Melting Pot Food Tours, the Old Pasadena Food Tasting Walking Tour guides you through charming alleys and hidden passageways in search of delicious multicultural cuisine and delightful dessert spots. As you explore this historic district—once a sunny expanse of orange groves—you’ll discover the rich stories behind the food and meet passionate local merchants who proudly showcase their specialties. Meeting Location: Raymond Avenue & Holly Street.

100 Images. Enjoy 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

Huntington Gardens is fabulous to visit for the grounds and exhibits. 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino

Glendale and Burbank

Blame it on the Band – A musical folly through the early years of the mob-operated Las Vegas. This is seen in the memories of famed orchestra leader Jack Eglash, who spent over 30 years playing and directing entertainment at the Sahara Hotel. Listen to his music, his stories of celebrities, and his anecdotes of life. This weekend and next at the Victory Theater, 3324 W Victory Blvd., Burbank

Saturday, Burbank is kick-starting an effort to transform the iconic Starlight Bowl venue into a revitalized venue within the City’s Park system. The City will host two workshops for community members to share the latest concepts and solicit stakeholder feedback. At the workshops, attendees can view concepts and engage in facilitated discussions with other community members to shape the venue’s future. Community Services Building, Room 104, 150 North Third St., Burbank

Saturday 70’s Pop & Rock 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 and then move on to two reds; typically, the middle wine is lighter-to-medium-bodied, and then end with 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 5:00-9:30 pm and Sunday from 3:00-8:00 pm at the corner of Palm Avenue and San Fernando Blvd. 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

L.A.’s Chinatown stays open late on Friday for an evening of exploring the unique small businesses, restaurants, bars, and contemporary art and culture spaces that make up the historic neighborhood. The May edition of First Fridays runs from 5 to 11 p.m. at Central Plaza and 6 to 10 p.m. at Chung King Plaza. Free to attend

Barbie You Can Be Anything: The Experience encourages kids to play out their dreams by exploring things they like, such as creating, nurturing, solving problems, leading, and being adventurous. They will then learn which professions fit those skill sets. Through May 11, 2025. Discovery Cube, 11800 Foothill Blvd. Sylmar

Friday through Sunday – Family Play Space at the Autry Museum. Explore Autry’s Family Play Space, where imagination comes to life. Build a barn after sharing a fireside tale, tinker with a train while learning about Texas Longhorns, or admire artwork before filling a grocery cart on a pretend shopping trip. Sketch an elderberry, then unwind in the library beneath the shade of a grapevine. Experience hands-on fun at the Autry Museum in Griffith Park, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles.