The Literary Arts

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Bacchus Kitchen presents Art by Yasmina Reza   click for more information »

Join Bacchus' Kitchen for a Dinner & Show experience on one of its concert nights, or sip & savor a multi-course menu with wine pairings at Bacchus' Kitchen's wine events.  Featuring "ART" a comedy by Yasmina Reza - A benefit performance for Friends of El Faro Din...

Event Location: Bacchus' Kitchen + Wine Bar

Cost: $150.00 ++

Friday, December 19, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Claras Dream A Gala for Pasadena Dance Theatre   click for more information »

On Friday evening, December 19th from 6:00pm-9:00pm, step behind the curtain and dine where the magic happens. Clara’s Dream: A Gala for Pasadena Dance Theatre transforms the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse stage into an elegant evening of celebration, community, and holiday cheer. Guests will enjoy...

Event Location: San Gabriel Mission Playhouse

Cost: $103.70

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Las Madrinas Ball 2025   click for more information »

Las Madrinas, the oldest affiliate group of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), will host its annual Las Madrinas Ball on Saturday, December 20, 2025, continuing a tradition of civic recognition and philanthropic support. Nineteen families and their daughters will be honored for their commitme...

Event Location: Beverly Hills Hilton

Cost: Call for details

Wednesday, January 07, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m.

A Concert for Altadena   click for more information »

Altadena Builds Back Foundation in partnership with the Pasadena Community Foundation’s Eaton Fire Relief & Recovery Fund presents A Concert for Altadena at Pasadena Civic Auditorium. Featured Performers: Headlined by Dawes (“and Friends”), the lineup includes: Jackson Browne, Judith Hill, Brandon Flo...

Event Location: Pasadena Civic Auditorium

Cost: Call for ticket cost

Friday, January 23, 2026

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Empty House Party   click for more information »

Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts cordially invites you to an Extraordinary Special Event! Empty House Party! Clara Baldwin Stocker, Mistress of Ceremonies of Baldwin Oaks Estate, didn't just know how to throw a party – she was the party! "Join us as we celebrate her legendary flair and kick off the 61st Pasadena Showcase House of Design in true Bald...

Event Location: Baldwin Oaks Estate

Cost: $175.00

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Time: 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

A Night Out in Playhouse Village   click for more information »

Playhouse Village Foundation looks forward to welcoming you to A Night Out in Playhouse Village at the legendary Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena – an evening for the community to come together and enjoy comedy, food, silent and live auctions. This event is made possible through the generosity of its host John ...

Event Location: The Ice House Comedy Club

Cost: Call for details

Saturday, February 21, 2026

Time: 11:00 a.m.

Villa Esperanza Guilds Day of Thoroughbred Racing 2026   click for more information »

The Villa Esperanza Guild’s 28th Annual Day at the Races fundraiser will be held at Santa Anita Racetrack on the last Saturday in February 2026. This signature event benefits Villa Esperanza Services’ Hjelte-Phillips Speech and Language Center and Adult Residential Program. Guests will enjoy a f...

Event Location: Santa Anita Race Track

Cost: Call for details

Sunday, February 22, 2026

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Los Angeles Childrens Chorus 40th Anniversary Every Child Sings Benefit   click for more information »

Join Los Angeles Children's Chorus as they celebrate 40 years of inspiring young voices through song. LACC is currently accepting auction items in support of this celebration! Sponsor Dinner at Vespaio (across the street from Colburn). For more information, please con ...

Event Location: Zipper Hall Colburn School

Cost: Call for details

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Hillsides Annual Gala   click for more information »

SAVE the Date! Please join Hillsides for its biggest fundraiser of the year, the annual gala at Westin Bonaventure Hotel, Los Angeles. Featuring Cocktails and Silent Auction and Dinner and Live Auction at! Black-tie optional, Hosted cocktail recep ...

Event Location: Westin Bonaventure Hotel

Cost: Call for details

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Time: All day event

Pasadena Festival of Women Authors 2026   click for more information »

SAVE the DATE! The public is invited to join Pasadena Festival of Women Authors 2026 at the Pasadena Convention Center. Introducing Pasadena Literary Alliance's 2026 Award-Winning Festival Authors Amity Gaige, Author of Heartwood (National Bestseller & Read with Jenna Pick) and Karen Russell Author of the Antidote (Finalist for the National Book Award). Featuring breakout authors: Leila Mottley au...

Event Location: Pasadena Convention Center

Cost: $125.00

Friday, March 20, 2026

Time: 8:00 a.m.

Police Activities League Golf Classic Tournament 2026   click for more information »

The Pasadena Police Activities League (PAL) will hold its PAL Golf Classic at Brookside Golf Club. PAL will be hosting friendly tournament with golf competitions and contests and a post-tournament reception. Shotgun start at 8:00 a.m. Cocktails and Awards at 1:30 p.m. The goal of this charitable tournament is to raise funds for PAL so that it can con...

Event Location: Brookside Golf Club

Cost: Call for details

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Armory Center for the Arts Annual Spring Benefit   click for more information »

Save the date! "Join us at the Armory on Saturday, March 28 for our annual Spring Benefit, a festive evening of craft, connection, and celebration!" Tickets on sale after the new year. Event sponsorship opportunities are available now. Contact Development Manager Amber Hawkins at ahawkins@armoryar...

Event Location: Armory Center for the Arts

Cost: Call for details

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Celebration of Children Spring Gala   click for more information »

SAVE the DATE! The community is invited at Sycamores' Celebration of Children Spring Gala honoring Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath (LA County Board of Supervisors, 3rd District) and Sonia A. Solin (Former Sycamores Board Chair) at the Jonathan Club in Los Angeles, CA. Formal invitation to follow in e...

Event Location: Jonathan Club

Cost: Call for details

Sunday, April 19, 2026

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

Masters of Taste LA 2026   click for more information »

Save the Date! Be part of the Masters of Taste LA 2026 - 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...

Event Location: Field of the Rose Bowl Stadium

Cost: Call for details

Friday, June 26, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Five Acres Annual Gala   click for more information »

Save the Date! Five Acres will hold its Annual Gala at Annandale Golf Club 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 residentia...

Event Location: Annandale Golf Club

Cost: Call for details