🌿 Free Day at The Huntington
Enjoy free admission with advance reservation on the first Thursday of the month (tickets released the last Thursday at 9AM while supplies last).
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
Thursday, March 5
🧒 Free First Fridays at Kidspace Children’s Museum
Enjoy free admission to Kidspace on the first Friday of the month from 2–5PM with advance reservation (tickets released about two weeks prior).
Kidspace Children’s Museum
Friday, March 6 from 2PM–5PM
🖼️ Free First Fridays at Norton Simon Museum
Enjoy free admission to the museum’s galleries and garden—no reservations required.
Norton Simon Museum
Friday, March 6 from 4PM–7PM
🎬 The Langham Huntington Film Tour
Take a 90-minute guided walking tour of the historic hotel and grounds, highlighting the films and TV shows shot on location, led by My Valley Pass co-founder Jared Cowan.
The Langham Huntington
Sunday, March 8 from 10:30AM–12PM
💎 International Gem and Jewelry Show
Shop directly from designers, wholesalers, and manufacturers offering jewelry, gemstones, beads, engagement rings, watches, and more.
Pasadena Convention Center
Friday, March 13 from 12PM–6PM; Saturday, March 14 from 10AM–6PM; Sunday, March 15 from 11AM–5PM
🎨 ArtNight Pasadena Spring
Museums and cultural institutions across the city open their doors for free with special programming during this twice-yearly celebration of art and culture.
City of Pasadena
Friday, March 13 from 6PM–10PM
🏠 Pasadena Spring Home Show
Meet and compare a wide range of home improvement professionals in one place to get ideas and inspiration for your next renovation or remodel.
Pasadena Convention Center
Saturday, March 14 from 10AM–8PM; Sunday, March 15 from 10AM–5PM
📚 Pasadena Festival of Women Authors
National bestselling author Amity Gaige joins seven acclaimed writers for a morning of personal stories, conversation, book signings, and lunch.
Pasadena Convention Center
Saturday, March 14 from 9AM–2PM
🌟 Golden Future 50+ Expo
This interactive lifestyle and active aging expo features exhibitors, free health screenings, live entertainment, and resources focused on health, finance, and community.
Pasadena Convention Center
Saturday, March 14 from 9AM–1PM
🎼 California Young Artists Symphony
The CYAS presents its season finale featuring Mendelssohn’s “Psalm 42,” Sibelius’ Symphony No. 4, and Strauss’ “Macbeth” at Rothenberg Hall.
The Huntington, Pasadena
Sunday, March 15 from 6PM–9PM
🍶 Sake Tasting at the Gamble House
A slide lecture on the cultural history and art of sake by Meher McArthur, followed by a guided tasting of several varieties available in the U.S. (21+)
The Gamble House
Friday, March 20 from 7PM–9PM.
☕ Rosebud Coffee Grand Opening – Highland Park
Celebrate the opening of Rosebud Coffee’s second social enterprise café with a ribbon-cutting, coffee tastings, and a look at how every cup supports career pathways for youth through Coffee With A Cause.
Rosebud Coffee – Highland Park
Saturday, March 21 at 11AM
🎶 Pasadena ProMusica presents Gospel Rhythms!
Pasadena ProMusica brings powerful vocals and uplifting gospel harmonies to this spirited community concert, followed by a free reception.