PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department (PRCS) invites the community to the 10th annual Parks After Dark programs. Parks After Dark takes advantage of our beautiful summer evenings by activating park spaces that provide youth and their families opportunities to experience healthy recreation and active lifestyles. Programming is led by PRCS with strong support from partners including various City departments like Police, Fire and Public Health, and several community-based organizations including the Armory Center for the Arts, Day One and Let’s Teach.
“We invite everyone to participate in Parks After Dark this summer,” said Brenda Harvey-Williams, director of the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department. “We’re proud to open our parks to encourage healthy living and provide fun, free, family-friendly activities throughout the city.”
All activities are free. Pre-registration at cityofpasasdena.net/reserve is recommended; on-site registration will also be available.
Parks After Dark Activities
Robinson Park, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Kick-Off Softball Games, Wednesday, July 7, 6-9:30 p.m.
Baseball Diamond
Come out and support PRCS as they host two community exhibition softball games. Team PRCS will play the fire department and community residents will play the police department.
3-on-3 Basketball, Thursdays and Saturdays, July 8-August 7, 6-9:30 p.m.
Outdoor Basketball Courts
Come and play 3-on-3 basketball with newbies and local legends. Registration is now open for 3-on-3 basketball. All teams guaranteed one 20-minute game per week for five weeks on Robinson Park’s newly renovated outdoor courts. Divisions are organized by age, and range from age 8 through adult.
Recreation Swim, Saturdays, July 10-August 7, 6-9 p.m.
Robinson Pool
A great way to cool off, have fun, practice skills and enjoy the water. Lifeguard on duty. Proper swim attire required; locker rooms are closed. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Art Chalk Event, Wednesdays, July 14 and Thursday, August 5, 6-7:30 p.m.
Northwest Parking Lot
Join Armory Center for the Arts for an interactive chalk mural installation. Resulting murals will be on display for two weeks after the event.
Movie in the Park, Disney’s "Raya and the Last Dragon," Friday, July 16; activities begin at 5 p.m., movie begins at dusk
Multipurpose Field
Registration is now open for the popular Movies in the Park series! Pre-packaged snacks will be served. Come early and get a great viewing spot, and participate in pre-movie activities like arts & crafts and games.
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic, Friday, July 16, 5-7 p.m.
Multipurpose Field
Pre-registration available on MyTurn.ca.gov; walk-ups welcome. Pasadena Public Health Department will administer COVID-19 vaccine, available at no cost. This clinic will offer Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. For more information on this clinic or to pre-register by phone, call (626) 744-7311.
Villa Parke, 363 E. Villa St.
3-on-3 Papi Soccer, Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 7-August 5, 6-9 p.m.
Turf Field
Registration is now open for 3-on-3 Papi soccer. Played on a smaller field, this soccer is fast-paced, high-scoring, and big fun! All teams guaranteed one game per week for five weeks. Divisions are organized by age, and range from age 8 through adult.
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic, Friday, July 9, 5-7 p.m.
Baseball Diamond
Pre-registration available on MyTurn.ca.gov; walk-ups welcome. Pasadena Public Health Department will administer COVID-19 vaccine, available at no cost. This clinic will offer Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. For more information on this clinic or to pre-register by phone, call (626) 744-7311.
Coffee and Tea Art Workshop, Friday, July 9, 6-7:30 p.m.
Baseball Diamond
Join Armory Center for the Arts for a fun art project. Beverage and materials provided. Pre-registration required.
Movie in the Park, Disney’s “Raya and the Last Dragon,” Friday, July 9; activities begin at 5 p.m.; movie begins at dusk
Baseball Diamond
Registration is now open for the popular Movies in the Park series! This year, PRCS let the community select the films, and Disney’s “Raya and the Last Dragon” was the top vote-earner at Villa Parke. Pre-packaged snacks will be served. Come early to get a great viewing spot, and participate in pre-movie activities like arts & crafts and games.
Wind Down Stretching Class, Wednesday, July 14, 6-7:30 p.m.
Villa Parke, Multipurpose Field
Stretch the stress away at this instructor-led stretching class for all ages and experience levels. This low-impact exercise is focused on breath work and deep stretching.
Recreation Swim, Fridays, July 9-August 6, 6-9 p.m.
Villa Parke Pool
A great way to cool off, have fun, practice skills and enjoy the water. Lifeguard on duty. Proper swim attire required; locker rooms are closed. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Scavenger Hunt, clues released Monday, July 12 and Monday, July 26
Virtual
Explore Pasadena and unlock fun clues and riddles along the way. Submit entries to @PasadenaParksandRec on Facebook or Instagram. Great prizes for hunt winners!
Pickleball Youth and Adult Clinics, Thursday, August 5, 6-8 p.m.
Outdoor Basketball Courts
Join Let’s Teach and the Pasadena pickleball community for pickleball instruction and play. Experienced players and beginners welcome for instruction, skill building, and round-robin play.
Victory Park, 2575 Paloma St.
Coffee and Tea Art Workshop, Friday, July 23, 6-7:30 p.m.
Multipurpose Field
Join the Armory Center for the Arts for a fun art project. Beverage and materials provided. Pre-registration required.
Movie in the Park, Disney’s “Raya and the Last Dragon,” Friday, July 23; activities begin at 5 p.m.; movie begins at dusk
Multipurpose Field
Registration is now open for the popular Movies in the Park series! This year, PRCS let the community select the films, and Disney’s “Raya and the Last Dragon” was the top vote-earner at Victory Park. Pre-packaged snacks will be served. Come early and get a great viewing spot, and participate in pre-movie activities like arts & crafts and games.
Washington Park, 700 E. Washington Blvd.
Wind Down Stretching Class, Friday, July 30, 6-7:30 p.m.
Multipurpose Field
Stretch the stress away at this instructor-led stretching class for all ages and experience level. This low-impact exercise is focused on breath work and deep stretching.
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic, Friday, July 30, 5-7 p.m.
Multipurpose Field
Pre-registration available on MyTurn.ca.gov; walk-ups welcome. Pasadena Public Health Department will administer COVID-19 vaccine, available at no cost. This clinic will offer Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. For more information on this clinic or to pre-register by phone, call (626) 744-7311
Movie in the Park, Disney’s “Toy Story 4,” Friday, July 30; activities begin at 5 p.m., movie begins at dusk
Multipurpose Field
Registration is now open for the popular Movies in the Park series! This year, PRCS let the community select the films, and Disney’s “Toy Story 4” was the top vote-earner at Washington Park. Pre-packaged snacks will be served. Come early to get a great viewing spot, and participate in pre-movie activities like arts & crafts and games.
Pickleball Youth and Adult Clinics, Friday, July 30, 4-6 p.m.
Tennis Courts
Join Let’s Teach and the Pasadena pickleball community for pickleball instruction and play. Experienced players and beginners welcome for instruction, skill building, and round-robin play.
Grant Park, 232 South Michigan Ave.
Wind Down Stretching Class, Wednesday, August 4, 6-7:30 p.m.
Multipurpose Field
Stretch the stress away at this instructor-led stretching class for all ages and experience levels. This low-impact exercise is focused on breath work and deep stretching.
Coffee/Tea Art Workshop, Friday, August 6, 6-7:30 p.m.
Multipurpose Field
Join the Armory Center for the Arts for a fun art project. Beverage and materials provided. Pre-registration required.
Movie in the Park, Disney’s “Toy Story 4,” Friday, August 6; activities begin at 5 p.m., movie begins at dusk
Multipurpose Field
Registration is now open for the popular Movies in the Park series! This year, PRCS let the community select the films, and Disney’s “Toy Story 4” was the top vote-earner at Grant Park. Pre-packaged snacks will be served. Come early to get a great viewing spot, and participate in pre-movie activities like arts & crafts and games.
Activities subject to change without notice. For more information, please visit www.cityofpasadena.net/park-and-rec or call (626) 744-6530.