PASADENA, Calif.—Join the City of Pasadena and the Latino Heritage Committee for Pasadena’s 23rd annual Latino Heritage Celebration. Due to COVID-19, this year’s celebration does not include a parade or festival but instead features an entire month of FREE, family-friendly virtual and outdoor events. All events comply with Pasadena Public Health Department COVID-19 protocols: Virtual Event: Make Your Own Piñata Saturday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m. Let’s make a piñata! Participants will craft a handmade piñata which is sure to be...
Hispanic Heritage Month
Pasadena Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
PASADENA, Calif.—The City of Pasadena is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latin Americans with free exhibits, demonstrations, book discussions, films, events, lectures, workshops and activities for all ages. Programming is provided by the City of Pasadena’s Pasadena Public Library and the Latino Heritage Committee, in collaboration with the City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department. For more information, visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net or cityofpasadena.net/parks-and-rec. Exhibits "Metamorphosis" by artist Dr. Patricia Jessup-Woodlin...
Celebrate Fiestas Patrias This Friday, September 13
PASADENA, Calif.—The public is invited to Pasadena’s free Fiestas Patrias celebration on Friday, September 13, 5-9 p.m., at Villa-Parke Community Center, 363 E. Villa St. Join us as we celebrate the independence of 18 Latin American countries in grand fashion. This family-friendly event highlights the colors, richness and warmth of Latin America culture. Enjoy live music by Ignacio Hernandez with Mariachi Herencia Mexicana, and traditional dances, including ballet folklórico, performed by local community groups. Don’t miss “El Grito” led by...