Pasadena Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Pasadena, CA, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 12, 2026
Events take place across Pasadena throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 75 Upcoming Events
- 6 Events This Weekend
- 7 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 75
- sports 23
- concerts 10
- broadway 36
- Live Shows 41
- comedy 2
- family 4
- This Weekend 6
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Pasadena events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Pasadena Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Pasadena
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 75
- Nov 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse,
39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $104, Tickets Available: 80. Select Seats - Nov 13, 2026, 6:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, Best Value: UCLA Bruins vs. Illinois Fighting Illini at Rose Bowl Stadium - Pasadena • 92542 seats, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $222, Tickets Available: 1803. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $109, Tickets Available: 75. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $102, Tickets Available: 113. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Plave - Virtual Boy Band at Pasadena Civic Auditorium, 300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $111, Avg. price ~ $243, Tickets Available: 164. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $85, Tickets Available: 93. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $108, Tickets Available: 68. Select Seats
- Nov 18, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $100, Tickets Available: 123. Select Seats
- Nov 19, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $93, Tickets Available: 134. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $95, Tickets Available: 158. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $95, Tickets Available: 120. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $99, Tickets Available: 129. Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $97, Tickets Available: 126. Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $83, Tickets Available: 88. Select Seats
- Nov 24, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $95, Tickets Available: 63. Select Seats
- Nov 25, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $87, Tickets Available: 80. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $103, Tickets Available: 84. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, Time TBA — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, High Demand, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: UCLA Bruins vs. USC Trojans at Rose Bowl Stadium - Pasadena • 92542 seats, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103, US. From $245, Avg. price ~ $650, Tickets Available: 1020, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at A Noise Within Theatre, 3352 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107, US. From $81, Avg. price ~ $103, 15 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $90, Tickets Available: 64. Select Seats
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Pasadena Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Pasadena events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Passing Strange
39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
Upcoming Events: 19
Nov 12, 2026 7:30 PM
UCLA Bruins Football
1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 13, 2026 6:00 PM
Plave - Virtual Boy Band
300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 14, 2026 7:00 PM
A Christmas Carol
3352 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107
Upcoming Events: 1842
Nov 28, 2026 2:00 PM
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
Upcoming Events: 80
Dec 06, 2026 3:00 PM
Adam Carolla
24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
Upcoming Events: 15
Dec 10, 2026 7:30 PM
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
Upcoming Events: 117
Dec 18, 2026 3:00 PM
Rose Bowl
1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103
Upcoming Events: 1
Jan 01, 2027 Time TBA
Rose Parade
709 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
Upcoming Events: 1
Jan 01, 2027 8:00 AM
Wild Kratts - Live
300 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
Upcoming Events: 27
Jan 21, 2027 3:30 PM
Quinn Dale
24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
Upcoming Events: 11
Feb 12, 2027 7:30 PM
Harry Styles
1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103
Upcoming Events: 18
Apr 23, 2027 7:45 PM
System of a Down
1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103
Upcoming Events: 4
Jun 05, 2027 6:30 PM
LA28 Summer Games
360 N Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91103
Upcoming Events: 758
Jul 16, 2028 10:00 AM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Pasadena. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Pasadena right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Pasadena rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Pasadena?
Yeah — Pasadena doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Pasadena?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Pasadena, CA. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
Browse Events by Category
Find concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, and more in Pasadena and nearby areas
Events Near Pasadena
Here's what's happening nearby.
Nov
12
2026
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Events: 2.6K+
Nov
12
2026
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TroubadourThu7:00 PM
Events: 356
Nov
13
2026
Beverly Hills, CA
Saban TheatreFri8:00 PM
Events: 96
Nov
14
2026
Pico Rivera, CA
Pico Rivera Sports ArenaSat11:00 AM
Events: 3
Nov
14
2026
South Pasadena, CA
Sid The Cat AuditoriumSat8:00 PM
Events: 7
Nov
20
2026
Glendale, CA
Alex Theatre - GlendaleFri9:00 PM
Events: 14
Dec
04
2026
North Hollywood, CA
El Portal TheatreFri8:00 PM
Events: 1
Dec
05
2026
San Gabriel, CA
San Gabriel Mission PlayhouseSat5:00 PM
Events: 7
May
13
2027
Arcadia, CA
Arcadia Performing Arts CenterThu7:00 PM
Events: 19
Jul
15
2028
Universal City, CA
Comcast Squash Center At Universal StudiosSat7:30 PM
Events: 9
Jul
17
2028
South El Monte, CA
Whittier Narrows Clay Shooting CenterMon9:30 AM
Events: 3
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