PASADENA, Calif.—The City of Pasadena and the Black History Planning Committee are proud to announce that Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter MAJOR. will perform at the Black History Festival at Robinson Park on Saturday, Feb. 18. MAJOR. has made a name for himself in the music industry with his soulful and uplifting music, which has earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. His hit song "Why I Love You" has been streamed over 100 million times on Spotify, and he has...
Black History Month
Sportscaster Jim Hill to Serve as Grand Marshal of Pasadena’s 41st Black History Parade Dedicated to Late Councilmember John J. Kennedy
PASADENA, Calif.—The City of Pasadena and the Black History Planning Committee are pleased to announce that the 41st annual Black History Parade and Festival will be held on Saturday, Feb. 18, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Over 80 parade entries will highlight this year’s theme, “Celebrating our Excellence—The Legacy of Councilmember John J. Kennedy.” The parade begins at Fair Oaks Avenue and Mountain View Street and ends at Robinson Park, where the festival takes place from noon to 4 p.m....
City of Pasadena Cancels Black History Parade Due to Omicron Concerns, Variety of Family-Friendly Programming to Continue
PASADENA, Calif.—In an abundance of caution, the City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department and the Black History Planning Committee have canceled the 2022 Black History Parade and Festival due to COVID-19 concerns. Usually held on the third Saturday of February, the parade and festival last took place on Feb.15, 2020. Fortunately, the City and Black History Planning Committee will host a wide variety of FREE family-friendly events this year in celebration of Black History Month. All events...
Pasadena Celebrates Black History Month
PASADENA, Calif.—The City of Pasadena is celebrating Black History Month by recognizing the achievements and contributions of Black Americans and their central role in our nation’s history with virtual programs, events, and activities for all ages. Pasadena Public Library; the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department; and the Pasadena Black History Committee are offering a month-long series of programs in February. Library programming is sponsored by The Friends of the Pasadena Public Library. The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department...
Pasadena Celebrates Black History Month
PASADENA, Calif.—Celebrate Black history, culture and achievements at Pasadena’s 38th annual Black History Parade and Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15. This year’s theme is “For the Culture–Celebrating Our Excellence.” The parade features over 80 entries, including the Wilson Middle School Drum Corps as the opening performance; Miss Black Pasadena; the Tournament of Roses 2020 Royal Court; Pasadena City College Band; Blair, John Muir and Pasadena High School marching bands; musicians; dancers; equestrians; local youth...