Spring and summer are especially beautiful in Pasadena, CA. This lovely, well preserved Californian city has become one of the Golden State’s major tourist stops. Each year thousands of visitors travel here to enjoy the annual Rose Bowl football game and Tournament of Roses Parade. The city is a mélange of architectural treasures, cultural venues and vibrant restaurants. It is a fun, artistic, inspiring place where visitors discover treasures at every corner. It is a modern city with an old charm, where there is always something happening.
June 2012 Signature Events in Pasadena:
2012 Make Music Pasadena
Make Music Pasadena is Southern California’s largest FREE music festival. Downtown Pasadena will be transformed into a musical playground. It is going to be an unforgettable day full of music, fun and entertainment. The festival will include over 100 free concerts throughout Downtown Pasadena and features internationally known headliners.
When: Saturday, June 16 11am-11pm
Where: Downtown Pasadena
Cost: Payment required - Free
2012 Pasadena Chalk Festival
In 2012 Pasadena Chalk Festival will celebrate its 20th Anniversary. This father's day weekend, hundreds of very imaginative artists will create numerous colorful chalk murals on the pavement at Paseo Colorado in Pasadena. The annual festival which is certainly the world's biggest street painting festival is always a huge success. Numerous amateur and professional artists of all ages will create beautiful works of art. Spectators will have a chance to see several stunning modern and classical murals on the ground. It is going to be a fun event, full of colors, art, laughter and music.
When: June 16 and 17, 2012
Where: Paseo Colorado, Pasadena, CA
Cost: Payment required - Free
Pasadena Police Classic Car Show
This year, the 11th Annual Pasadena Police Department Classic Car Show will be held on Sunday, June 17, 2012 in Pasadena. The successful event will attract numerous car enthusiasts and visitors. Several shiny vintage cars and hot rods will be on display. Vehicles will line Green Street at the Paseo Colorado between Marengo and Euclid Avenue. There will be prizes, food and live entertainment. The free classic-car show sponsored by Pasadena Police Department is a free event, everyone is invited.
When: June 17, 2012, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Where: Pasadena, Green street at Paseo Colorado between Marengo and Euclid Avenue.
Cost: Payment required - Free
Happy 126th Birthday Pasadena!
The Pasadena Museum of History promotes the rich art, history and culture of Pasadena. The institution is pleased to continue its annual celebration. On June 23, 2012 the museum will invite everyone to join and celebrate together their Community’s Historic Legacy and the 126th birthday of Pasadena. It is going to be an entertaining, family-oriented and informative event suitable for all ages. Participants will enjoy a fun filled afternoon of live music, crafts and international foods.
When: Jun 23, 2012 12:00 pm (Saturday)
Where: Pasadena Museum of History, 470 West Walnut Street Pasadena, CA
Cost: Payment required - Free
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