The Mixx: Open Tables
2026-01-10 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
The Mixx Pasadena invites vinyl collectors to take the decks at Open Tables.Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite records and step into the spotlight, spinning vinyl through a concert-quality surround sound system. The night features open-format selections alongside 2-for-1 drinks and food specials.

Free Second Sunday: Silk Road Day at USC Pacific Asia Museum & SCCM
2026-01-11 11:00 - 17:00 | USC Pacific Asia Museum, 46 North Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
On Sunday, January 11, the Southern California Children’s Museum and USC Pacific Asia Museum are collaborating for Second Free Sunday: Silk Road Day. Offering an exciting day of live music, artmaking, and Silk Road-themed children’s programming.

Both museums offer free admission and parking, plus hands-on art making inspired by the Exploring the Silk Road gallery. Enjoy creative activities throughout the day and a live music performance at PAM.

Vroman's Bookstore: Kadir Nelson discusses & signs Basket Ball: The Story of the All-American Game (American Sports Histories #2)
2026-01-11 16:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Award-winning creator Kadir Nelson delivers the perfect gift for basketball fans of any age–a beautifully illustrated history of the game and its key players over the years–in this companion to his bestselling We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball.
Basketball has evolved by leaps and bounds since its origin over 125 years ago, but what remains is the passion of the players, the heat of competition, and supreme strategy and athleticism on the court. In this visual tour de force, celebrated artist Kadir Nelson weds his love for the game with showstopping paintings that bring its heart-pounding history to life.
The sage voice of an elder player narrates the journey from the early days of the slow game of “basket ball” to today’s dazzlingly athletic and fast-paced sport. Engaging profiles of revolutionary players–including Wilt Chamberlain, Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Stephen Curry–are featured, along with notable quotes from major figures of the game. With each breathtaking page turn, fans young and old will learn the gripping story of the all-American game and meet its iconic, indomitable heroes.

Boston Court: NT Live: The Fifth Step
2026-01-13 19:00 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
Boston Court Pasadena presents National Theatre Live: The Fifth StepThis powerful National Theatre Live screening explores trust, recovery, and the stories we tell ourselves, unfolding in a tense and intimate exchange that keeps audiences on edge.

Vroman's Bookstore: Denise Nicholas discusses & signs Finding Home: A Memoir
2026-01-13 19:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
“This stirring memoir proves what readers of Nicholas’s debut novel, Freshwater Road, already know: that Nicholas, a pioneer Black actress, is also a writer of deep talent and understated eloquence. This is not your typical Hollywood tell-all, full of ‘I did this, and I did that, ‘ complete with cheap shots and horrible reveals about the rich and famous with whom she worked. Rather, it’s a long thoughtful moment, in which an artist peers into the looking glass and reflects on her life in a manner that allows us to see every corner of every room she’s ever been in–and every corner of every room we’ve ever been in. Because her story is ours. Nicholas is a distinct American voice. Her inspiring story, written with deep humility and refreshing honesty, is further proof that women will one day save this country. And I’m a witness.” –James McBride, National Book Award winner
A poignant, revelatory memoir from acclaimed novelist and actor Denise Nicholas that offers an episodic exploration of her multifaceted life, delving intimately into themes of artistic self-invention, race, and grief.
Long before writing her acclaimed novel Freshwater Road, or her career as a path-breaking TV and film star, Denise Nicholas was a middle-class Black girl growing up in 1950s Detroit, struggling to decipher her family’s profound secrets. She loved Detroit’s vibrant culture despite the harsh realities of its racial segregation, which deeply influenced her perspective on identity. In her early twenties, she dropped out of the University of Michigan to tour the Deep South with the Free Southern Theater at the height of the Civil Rights Movement, a path that ultimately ignited her lifelong commitment to social justice and activism. A few short years later she would launch from stage work to meteoric national fame as a series lead on the groundbreaking ABC-TV show Room 222, a role that earned her three consecutive Golden Globe nominations.
With eloquence, vulnerability, and resolve, Nicholas mines her six-decade journey through TV and film stardom, the complexities of her three marriages, and her reconstituting her creative life to become a celebrated novelist, reflecting on the personal, professional, and societal pressures that buffeted her throughout. Constructed of episodic reflections from both personal and professional high points and low points of her life, Nicholas navigates the intersections of love and identity, exploring how her experiences in Hollywood shaped her understanding of success, intimacy, and commitment. Her narrative is rich with anecdotes from her career in Hollywood, as an actor and, later, a successful screenwriter for television and eventually a novelist, providing a backdrop to the struggles and achievements that marked her path. She outspokenly discusses the challenges she faced as a trailblazing actress of color, shedding light on the systemic barriers and biases within the entertainment industry.
But at the deepest level, this memoir is a heartfelt exploration of grief, as Nicholas recounts the profound losses–including the unsolved, targeted slaying of her sister, the telling of which occupies the center of her story–that have shaped her. Her reflections on mourning and resilience paint a vivid, moving portrait of how to journey through healing to new dimensions of self-discovery. Through her powerful, stylish, and evocative storytelling, Nicholas not only chronicles her own remarkable life but also provides a resonant narrative of what it means to live, work, and succeed as a Black woman in America over the past half-century.

The Mixx: Salsa Mixx
2026-01-13 20:00 | The Mixx, 443 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Tropical Tuesday Nights are back at The Mixx Pasadena.Guests are invited to dust off their dancing shoes and enjoy an evening of Salsa and Bachata set to the hottest Latin rhythms in town. The night features sensational Salsa and Bachata dance lessons led by award-winning Los Angeles instructor Rogelio Moreno, followed by social dancing with new and familiar faces on The Mixx’s vibrant professional dance floor. Music is curated by DJ Salsa y Sabor, keeping the energy going all night long.
Enjoy 2-for-1 drinks throughout the evening, free parking, and a delicious dinner and cocktail menu—including refreshing new zero-proof cocktails.

Boston Court: NTL: Mrs. Warren's Profession
2026-01-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
Boston Court Pasadena presents National Theatre Live: Mrs. Warren’s ProfessionGeorge Bernard Shaw’s provocative classic confronts money, morality, and independence in a bold, still-relevant drama. Smart, uncompromising, and deeply engaging.

Boston Court: NTL The Life of Pi
2026-01-14 19:00 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
Boston Court Pasadena presents National Theatre Live: Life of PiBased on the beloved novel, this visually stunning stage adaptation tells an extraordinary story of survival, resilience, and imagination. A breathtaking National Theatre Live experience.

After a cargo ship sinks in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean, a 16-year-old boy named Pi is stranded on a lifeboat with four other survivors – a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan and a Royal Bengal tiger. Time is against them, nature is harsh, who will survive?

Boston Court: NTL Live: Inter Alia
2026-01-15 19:00 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
Boston Court Pasadena presents National Theatre Live: Inter AliaLed by Rosamund Pike, this gripping National Theatre Live screening examines authority, accountability, and the complexities of modern life in a bold and thought-provoking production.
Inter Alia – Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright? Writer Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity.

Pasadena Heritage: Pattern Keepers: Batchelder Nature In Relief
2026-01-17 14:00 - 17:00 | Blinn House, 160 N. Oakland Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Pasadena Heritage presents Pattern Keepers: Batchelder Nature in Relief. Learn how to create bird-inspired ornamental designs by observing local species, sketching natural forms, and translating feathers, movement, and pattern into hands-on relief and surface work using clay and found materials.

Third@First: Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
2026-01-17 16:00 - 17:00 | First United Methodist Church, 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Third@First’s support for local music students continues with the California School of the Arts-San Gabriel Valley’s vocal and instrumental ensembles celebrating MLK Day with Gospel music and works by Black composers.

Boston Court: NT Live: The Importance of Being Earnest
2026-01-18 14:00 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
Boston Court Pasadena presents National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being EarnestOscar Wilde’s sharp and joyful comedy comes to the big screen in this acclaimed National Theatre Live production. Witty, timeless, and endlessly entertaining.

Pasadena Heritage: Jazz Night at the historic Blinn House
2026-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Pasadena Heritage, The Blinn House 160 N Oakland Ave, Pasadena, 91101, United States
Enjoy an intimate evening of live jazz at the historic Blinn House, featuring classic tunes, select libations, and timeless ambiance. Join us for a spirited night that celebrates music, history, and community.

Boston Court: NTL Hamlet
2026-01-22 19:00 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
Boston Court Pasadena presents National Theatre Live: HamletA gripping exploration of ambition, betrayal, and conscience, Shakespeare’s masterpiece is brought vividly to life on stage and screened live from the National Theatre.

Pasadena Heritage: Playhouse Village Walking Tour
2026-01-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Pasadena Heritage, The Blinn House 160 N Oakland Ave, Pasadena, 91101, United States
Pasadena Heritage invites the community to a guided walking tour of the Playhouse Village Historic District, exploring Pasadena’s eastward expansion during the 1920s and 1930s. The tour highlights a variety of architectural styles and notable landmarks, including the Pasadena Playhouse.

Pasadena Heritage: Playhouse Village Walking Tour
2026-01-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Pasadena Heritage, The Blinn House 160 N Oakland Ave, Pasadena, 91101, United States
Join Pasadena Heritage guided walking tour of the Playhouse Village Historic District, exploring Pasadena’s eastward expansion during the 1920s and 1930s. The tour highlights a variety of architectural styles and notable landmarks, including the Pasadena Playhouse.

The Mixx: Opentables
2026-01-24 17:00 - 20:00 | The Mixx, 443 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States

Cheeseburger Week
2026-01-25 | CA
Celebrate where it all began. Pasadena is the birthplace of the cheeseburger, first served in 1924 by Lionel Sternberger at the historic Rite Spot. His now-legendary Aristocratic Burger changed American food culture forever. During Cheeseburger Week 2026, running January 26–31, Pasadena dines in honor of this iconic culinary moment with a citywide Cheeseburger Crawl.
This year’s celebration also marks two major milestones: the centennial anniversary of Route 66, America’s Mother Road, and the 150th anniversary of Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena’s Main Street. For 2026, Cheeseburger Week expands beyond the burger itself, weaving in tributes to the road trips, diners, and local history that shaped Pasadena into the destination it is today.

A Night Out in Playhouse Village
2026-02-11 17:00 - 20:30 | CA
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 our host, Johnny Buss and the Ice House, and our Lead Sponsor Lagerlof Cares.
A Night Out in Playhouse Village seeks to raise funds to support Playhouse Village Foundation’s efforts to build community in the heart of Pasadena. The event will raise funds specifically to support free events this summer at Playhouse Village Park, streetscape projects, community art, and more.
As the cultural heart of Pasadena, Playhouse Village envisions walkable streets, an exciting mix of retail and entertainment destinations, bustling restaurants, thriving employers and institutions, historic and contemporary housing, and a wide array of free events – all combining to create a dynamic urban village in the heart of Pasadena.

Third@First: The Belrose Duo Plays Romantic Favorites
2026-02-21 16:00 - 17:00 | CA
David Garrett (cello) and Junko Ueno Garrett (piano) offer the beloved Rachmaninov Sonata and favorite encore pieces.

Third@First: St. Patrick’s Day Concert
2026-03-21 16:00 - 17:00 | First United Methodist Church, 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Hit Celtic band Sligo Rags returns for another joyful concert of Irish music.

Third@First: Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles
2026-04-18 16:00 - 17:00 | First United Methodist Church, 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
One of LA’s favorite choral groups returns to Third@First.

Third@First: Hers: Music Ensemble
2026-05-16 16:00 - 17:00 | CA
A newly formed group dedicated to the empowerment and uplifting of female identifying musical artists. This concert, featuring award-winning vocalists Karen Hogle Brown and Tamara Bevard and pianist Jennie Jung, will present vocal selections by celebrated LA female composers including Reena Esmail, Zanaida Robles, Dale Trumbore and many more.

Third@First: Christoph Bull, Organ
2026-06-20 16:00 - 17:00 | First United Methodist Church, 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
World-renowned organist Christoph Bull will play an eclectic program ranging from the classics to new works to the cinematic. Performance painter Norton Wisdom, will interpret the music through painting in real time.

Third@First: Piano Extravaganza
2026-10-18 16:00 - 17:00 | First United Methodist Church, 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Acclaimed faculty pianists Bernadene Blaha (USC), Kevin Fitz-Gerald (USC), Sarkis Baltaian (Orange County School of the Arts), and First UMC’s own Junko Ueno Garrett (Occidental College) unite to play with eight hands on two pianos! Come hear music by Beethoven, Rachmaninov, Moscheles, Ravel, and Rossini.
