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Saturday, December 14, 2024

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

LATHER Lends a Hand Holiday Fundraiser for the Armory   click for more information »

This Saturday, cross off items on your holiday shopping list and support the Armory at the same time. The nationwide natural skincare and wellness company's Old Pasadena location will donate 25% of proceeds from all Saturday in-store sales to the Armory. From 12:00 to 3:00 PM, enjoy hands-on produc...

Event Location: Lather Pasadena

Cost: Varies

Sunday, December 15, 2024

Time: 4:00 p.m.

Twilight of the Year   click for more information »

On December 14th and 15th, sixteen singers from Pasadena Chorale will perform an intimate holiday concert, Twilight of the Year, at Altadena Community Church. Ring in the season with a compilation of the season’s most luscious choral music. Please be sure to select the right performance date & tim...

Event Location: Altadena Community Church

Cost: Donations accepted

Friday, December 20, 2024

Time: 7:45 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.

StandUp for Mental Health   click for more information »

809 Fight for Awareness presents Stand-Up for Mental Health at The Ice House Comedy Club featuring Chris Estrada. Stand-Up For Mental Health is a comedy show to benefit first responders through 809 Fight for Awareness, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit owned and operated by an active-duty Pasadena City firefigh...

Event Location: The Ice House's Legendary Room

Cost: $40.00

Sunday, December 22, 2024

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Twas The Mic Before Christmas   click for more information »

A Gift From Glenn announces its Annual Holiday Comedy Event, "A Night of Comedy," coming to the historic Ice House in Pasadena on December 22, 2024. Produced by comedy group Mic Madness, this festive evening will raise funds to support Toys for Tots, veterans, single mothers, and holiday meals for...

Event Location: Ice House Comedy Club's California Room

Cost: $26.50

Friday, January 10, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.

60th Pasadena Showcase House of Design Empty House Party   click for more information »

Join Pasadena Showcase House of Design 2025 Empty House Party and see the house before construction begins! Then see the final designs on your own schedule with your Golden Ticket. Featuring more than 15,000 square feet and set on five acres of peace and seclusion, Bauer Estate & Gardens is poised ...

Event Location: Bauer Estate and Gardens

Cost: $225.00/Insider Package (Golden Ticket and Empty House Party)

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

A Night Out in Playhouse Village   click for more information »

The Playhouse Village Foundation invites the community to A Night Out in Playhouse Village at the iconic Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, featuring comedian Margaret Cho as host, along with comedy, food, and exciting auctions. Thanks to lead sponsor Lagerlof Cares, this annual fundraiser supports ...

Event Location: The Ice House Comedy Club

Cost: $150.00

Saturday, February 22, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.

La Dolce Vita A Tuscan Affair Hillsides Annual Gala   click for more information »

SAVE the Date! Please join Hillsides for its biggest fundraiser of the year, the annual gala, "La Dolce Vita, A Tuscan Affair" at The Langham Huntington Pasadena. Featuring Cocktails and Silent Auction (5:30pm) and Dinner and Live Auction at 7:30 p.m.! Black-tie optional, Hosted cocktail reception...

Event Location: The Westin Bonaventure Hotel

Cost: Call for details

Saturday, March 08, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Sycamores Celebrating Children Spring Gala   click for more information »

Save the Date for Sycamores' Celebrating Children Spring Gala, Honoring Supervisor Kathryn Barger and Angela Padilla! Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 8, 2025, and join Sycamores for an unforgettable evening at the Jonathan Club in downtown Los Angeles. Sycamores is proud to honor Kathryn Ba...

Event Location: Jonathan Club

Cost: Call for details

Saturday, March 22, 2025

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Pasadena Festival of Women Authors 2025   click for more information »

SAVE the DATE! The public is invited to join Pasadena Festival of Women Authors 2025! Spend the day with Acclaimed Women Novelists/Authors: Marie-Helene Bertino (Author of Beautyland), Yangsze Choo (Author of The Fox Wife and Time Magazine Best Book of February), Xochitl Gonzalez (Author of Anita De...

Event Location: Pasadena Hilton

Cost: $130.00

Sunday, March 23, 2025

Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Epilepsy Walk Los Angeles   click for more information »

The Epilepsy Walk Los Angeles returns to Pasadena’s Rose Bowl on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Nearly 4,000 people are expected to attend this year’s event to raise awareness of epilepsy and funds for programs that foster a supportive community and increase access to specialty...

Event Location: Rose Bowl Stadium

Cost: $25.00/Person

Saturday, March 29, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Los Angeles Childrens Chorus Annual Spring Benefit Every Child Sings   click for more information »

Los Angeles Children's Chorus invites you to save the date for its annual Spring Benefit, "Every Child Sings", on March 29, 2025. This year, LACC celebrate 15 years of Young Men's Ensemble and the all of the people who helped make this important LACC choir possible. "We hope you will join us!"...

Event Location: TBA

Cost: Call for details

Saturday, March 29, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Off the Wall 2025   click for more information »

Save the Date. Armory Center for the Arts Biennial Art Auction & Spring Benefit! The Armory's biennial art auction and fundraiser returns to the Armory on March 29! Bid on artworks by celebrated artists. Enjoy craft cocktails, delectable food, live entertainment, and much more. All proceeds support...

Event Location: Armory Center for the Arts

Cost: Call for details

Sunday, April 06, 2025

Time: 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Masters of Taste LA 2025   click for more information »

Save the Date! Be part of the Masters of Taste LA 2025 - Masters of Taste is a premier outdoor food and beverage festival on the field of the iconic Rose Bowl. More than 2,500 food and beverage enthusiasts strolled the iconic field of the Rose Bowl for the 7th Annual Masters of Taste. Guests enjoyed a spectacular array of L.A.’s best Culinary, Sweet, and Beve....

Event Location: Rose Bowl Stadium

Cost: Call for ticket cost

Friday, April 18, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Pasadena Showcase House of Design 2025 Premiere Night Gala   click for more information »

Celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Pasadena Showcase House of Design at the Premiere Night Gala! Step into a world of creativity and elegance as you mingle with talented designers and special guests at this highly anticipated event. This year's Showcase House, the Bauer Estate & Gardens, is a tr...

Event Location: Location revealed upon purchase of tickets

Cost: $75.00 - $495.00

Saturday, May 03, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Five Acres 137th Annual Gala   click for more information »

Save the Date! Five Acres will hold its 137th Annual Gala at a private home in Pasadena! Five Acres is one of Los Angeles County's oldest nonprofits, Five Acres offers a full continuum of care for children and families in crisis, including foster care, adoption, deaf services, therapeutic residenti...

Event Location: Private Home in Pasadena

Cost: Call for details