Local Events
Upcoming events and community happenings across Hey Pasadena
Golden State Tattoo Expo
Three days where the best tattoo artists on the planet take over Pasadena — ink, art, music, and competition under the California sun. Hosted by Nikko Hurtado & Carlos Torres, presented by Sullen. Hours: Friday 4PM–12AM, Saturday 12PM–12AM, Sunday 12PM–7PM. Daily judged tattoo contests run all three days across seventeen categories, culminating in the Best of Show award (tattooed live at the convention). Tickets: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/2026-golden-state-tattoo-expo-pasadena-convention-center-tickets/14004484 More info: https://goldenstatetattooexpo.com/
Pasadena Greek Festival
Celebrate Greek culture at the annual Pasadena Greek Festival, hosted by Saint Anthony Greek Orthodox Church — authentic Greek food, traditional music, dance performances, Greek dance lessons, church tours, cooking lessons, wine tastings (21+), a Kidzone for children, and a VW raffle (winner announced Sunday at 8 PM). Daily schedule times to be announced — check the festival website closer to the date. Free parking with shuttle service from Santa Anita Park (Gate 3) in Arcadia. Free admission for children under 12. Pets are not permitted (service animals excepted). More info: https://www.pasadenagreekfest.com/
Pasadena ARTWalk
Jackalope Arts partners with Playhouse Village to bring back the beloved Pasadena ARTWalk for its 18th year — a free, family-friendly outdoor art fair featuring over 180 hand-selected artisans with a focus on fine art, including visual art and photography, original fashion and jewelry design, paper goods, innovative home decor and housewares, plus artisanal food & drink vendors and kids' activities (fan decoration, drawing workshop, community art project). Free to attend. Outdoor, open to all ages, handicap accessible, and leashed pets welcome. Location: Green St, Pasadena — between Los Robles Ave and El Molino Ave, in the heart of Playhouse Village. More info: https://www.jackalopeartfair.com/pasadena-artwalk
Route 66 Centennial Classic Car Show
A classic car show at the Pasadena Elks Lodge celebrating the Route 66 Centennial. Vehicle registration and event details via the Facebook event page; 50/50 raffle benefits the Elks Veteran Fund. More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/pasadena-california/route-66-centennial-classic-car-show/988600753779824/
Pasadena Chalk Festival
More than 500 chalk artists create colorful works during the Pasadena Chalk Festival's 33rd year, raising funds for local nonprofit arts programs benefiting underprivileged youth. More info: https://www.pasadenachalkfestival.org/
Los Angeles Small Business Expo
The biggest business networking event in Los Angeles, bringing together thousands of small business owners, entrepreneurs, and startups for expert-led workshops, keynote speakers, an exhibitor floor, and speed networking (with the Get Dotted® badge system). Check-in begins 9:30AM; program runs 10:00AM–5:00PM. General admission is free. Parking is available in the venue's parking garage for $18. Register: https://www.thesmallbusinessexpo.com/city/los-angeles/
Viva la Hispanidad - Hispano String Quartet
Celebrate Hispanic music with the Hispano String Quartet in an evening of chamber music featuring works by Paquito de Rivera, Eddie Mora, Eduardo Gamboa, Francisco Castillo, Jorge Maletá, and Yalil Guerra — including two world premieres and a 2014 Latin GRAMMY-nominated composition. A Yalil Guerra and RYCY Music Group event. Doors at 7:30 PM. Free parking. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/viva-la-hispanidad-hispano-string-quartet-tickets-1994589704499