Pasadena Weekend Events September 19th-21st

Pasadena Weekend Events September 19th-21st:

La Canada, La Crescenta, & Montrose

This Sunday at 5 pm, Jazz Vespers featuring close-up sacred jazz in the LCPC Sanctuary. Attendees sit close to the musicians and can feel the vibrations of their improvisations as they riff on familiar hymns and gospel tunes. The combination of jazz musical style and simple liturgy in a relaxing setting provides a calm and meditative way to reflect on the day and prepare for the challenges of the week ahead. 626 Foothill Blvd, La Canada

Descanso Gardens is a great way to spend the day. Click here for events. 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada Flintridge

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. Roses and Orchids are currently blooming. Click here for events. 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino

Kidspace Halloween Bash, join the rollicking costume parades, take a thrilling trike ride through a spooky house, and adopt a monster through Halloween. Kick off the spooky season with a day packed full of monstrously fun family memories. 480 N. Arroyo Blvd. Pasadena

Presented by Inked Magazine and hosted by Nikko Hurtado and Carlos Torres Art, the 2025 Golden State Tattoo Expo takes place this Friday through Sunday, bringing the world’s best tattoo artists together in one place. Get tattooed, shop original art, jewelry & fashion, take seminars, see live performances, watch burlesque, participate in tattoo contests, meet ink masters, shop the newest innovations in tattooing, and more. Pasadena Convention Center300 E. Green St.Pasadena

Friday through Sunday, experience the heart of Greece. Pasadena Greek Festival, a vibrant celebration of Greek culture featuring delicious food, traditional music, and dance performances. Saint Anthony Greek Orthodox Church 778 S Rosemead Blvd., 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

Pasadena ARTWalk. Featuring over 175 hand-selected artisans with a focus on fine art, shoppers can expect to find trendsetting indie goods, including visual art and photography, original fashion and jewelry design, paper goods, innovative home decor and housewares, food, and more. Located on Green St. between Los Robles and El Molino. Use 561 E. Green St. for navigation to the midpoint of the event.

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. 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

Join Pasadena Walking Tours on Friday evenings for 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. The Stand 36 S. El Molino Ave.Pasadena

A fast-paced, laugh-out-loud farce set in 1960s Brighton, England. Tony Award-winning, One Man, Two Guvnors follows Francis Henshall, a down-on-his-luck man who finds himself working for two bosses at the same time – without either of them knowing. As he scrambles to keep up the act, comic chaos, confusion, and hilarious misunderstandings unfold. Packed with physical comedy, quick wit, and a live skiffle band. A Noise Within presents its production running through September 28th. A Noise Within3352 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena

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

Friday is J-Pop at Moonlight Rollerway, 5110 San Fernando Road, Glendale, from 8 to 11 p.m.

Looking for great deals and a chance to support local charities? Join the National Charity League (NCL), Glendale Chapter, for a GIANT Rummage Sale at Pacific Community Center. This Saturday from 8am to 2pm. 501 S Pacific Ave, Glendale

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.

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.

Disney Bros. Cartoon Studio Square Day Block Party. Join the Los Feliz Neighborhood City Council in celebrating the 1st anniversary of Disney Bros. Cartoon Studio Square Day! From 12 p.m.–5 p.m., the entire community is invited to enjoy a neighborhood block party full of activities, including: Trivia, Photo opportunities,Community tables, Screenings, Skating demonstrations, A chance to vote on a new mural design…and plenty more fun for the whole family to enjoy!Kingswell & Vermont Avenues
Los Feliz

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.