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Where Great Minds Meet

Pasadena is the gathering place for the greatest innovations in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM). Home to a legacy of worldly achievements in STEAM, Pasadena was voted “one of the world’s most innovative cities of the West” by Sunset Magazine.

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Planning an event in Pasadena? All the information you need is right here. Our city’s convenient layout in conjunction with an array of world-class business venues and entertainment make Pasadena the perfect destination for meetings of all sizes.

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Pasadena Highlights

There’s a lot to be discovered in Pasadena, these are just a few highlights.

Where Great Minds Meet

Pasadena is the city where great minds meet. Explore how science, technology, and creativity come to life.

Pasadena Civic Organ

Pasadena’s historic civic organ lives at the Pasadena Convention Center, watch this video to learn about its storied past.

Langham-Forbes Four-Star hotel

Forbes Travel Guide names The Langham Huntington as a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star hotel.

Fly Easy, Fly Burbank.

Fly at the Hollywood Burbank Airport – with access to multiple transportation routes, public parking, and the friendliest staff around!

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Upcoming Public Events

Doo Dah Parade

Nov18

The Rose Parade's Twisted Sister The Original Doo Dah Parade celebrates it's 41…

Enchanted: Forest of Light

Nov18

Illuminated Forest Each year during the holidays, Descanso Gardens transforms its grounds into an enchanted…

Rose Bowl Flea Market – December

Dec9

Find Vintage Treasures Vintage treasure hunters and bargain seekers flock to the legendary Rose Bowl…

Float Decorating

Dec28

Rose Parade Before and after the Rose Parade there are many activities such…

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Pasadena Highlights

There's a lot to be discovered in Pasadena, these are just a few highlights.

Where Great Minds Meet

Pasadena is the city where great minds meet. Explore how science, technology, and creativity come to life.

Pasadena Civic Organ

Pasadena's historic civic organ lives at the Pasadena Convention Center, watch this video to learn about its storied past.

Langham-Forbes Four-Star hotel

Forbes Travel Guide names The Langham Huntington as a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star hotel.

Fly Easy, Fly Burbank.

Fly at the Hollywood Burbank Airport - with access to multiple transportation routes, public parking, and the friendliest staff around!

California Destinations: Why Visit Pasadena?

In researching California destinations for your next group event, look no further than dynamic Pasadena – one of Southern California’s most walkable cities, just 11 miles from downtown Los Angeles. The Pasadena Convention Center – with its state-of-the-art design and plenty of flexible space – makes hosting an event here more attractive than ever. With LEED® Gold Certification, you can take comfort in knowing you are meeting at one of the greenest convention centers in North America.

Pasadena is home to more restaurants per capita than New York City. Plus, our numerous museums, architectural tours, public art installations, live music events, shopping and theater make Pasadena a premiere spot for entertainment, nightlife and exploration.

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Featured Events

Jackalope Art and Craft Fair

Nov 17, 2018 - Nov 18, 2018

Jackalope Art and Craft Fair takes place in Pasadena's Central Park, featuring 200 local artisans. It's located across the street…

Doo Dah Parade

Nov 18, 2018

The Rose Parade’s Twisted Sister
The Original Doo Dah Parade celebrates it’s 41 years of madcap revelers parading along the streets…

Enchanted: Forest of Light

Nov 18, 2018 - Jan 6, 2019

Illuminated Forest
Each year during the holidays, Descanso Gardens transforms its grounds into an enchanted forest with whimsical lighting displays and interactive exhibitions…