Events

The 3rd annual Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl will return on Saturday, May 4th. The free family-friendly event will be an opportunity for the community to come together and enjoy Pasadena’s rich Latino culture and traditions through music, sports, art, and film. Ticket reservations will open up to the public on Friday, March 29 at noon through Eventbrite.

“This event was created with the local community in mind, and it is the right blend of celebration while honoring tradition, heritage, family, and the diverse tapestry of our great community,” said Mayor Victor Gordo. “I couldn’t imagine celebrating Cinco de Mayo anywhere else.”

The multi-faceted event will include live music, a youth soccer tournament, a marketplace, and movie showings of Disney’s® Coco and Disney’s® Beverly Hills Chihuahua on the videoboard with the perfect backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains that can be seen from the iconic Rose Bowl field.

• 12:00 PM – Doors Open 
• 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Marketplace in Court of Champions
• 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Youth Soccer Tournament 
• 1:00 PM – Movie Showing: Coco
• 4:00 PM – Movie Showing: Beverly Hills Chihuahua
• 6:30 PM – Soccer Awards Presentation
• 8:30 PM – Conclusion of Event

*Please bring blankets and folding chairs to enjoy the movies on the videoboard.

After pausing for four years, the eagerly anticipated Cinco de Mayo celebration hosted by the Pasadena Senior Center is set to make a vibrant return on Saturday, May 4, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.

The event will unfold in the Center's festively decorated Scott Pavilion. Attendees can look forward to indulging in delectable Mexican cuisine, enhancing the festive spirit of the occasion. Adding to the celebratory ambiance, the Ballet Folklorico Sol de Fuego, based in San Gabriel, will present a dynamic performance of traditional Mexican dance.

Ticket prices for the Cinco de Mayo celebration are $15 for members of the Pasadena Senior Center and $20 for nonmembers, encouraging everyone to bring their friends and family to join in the festivity. It is important to note that reservations are required in advance, as tickets will not be available for purchase at the door. Those interested in attending are encouraged to secure their tickets either online at www.PasadenaSeniorCenter.org or in person at the Welcome Desk by Thursday, May 2.

The Pasadena Senior Center remains dedicated to enhancing the well-being of older adults through compassionate service, offering a broad spectrum of opportunities for social interaction, physical fitness, essential support services, educational pursuits, volunteer engagement, and advocacy for community issues. As the American population ages, with an average of 10,000 individuals reaching older adult status daily, the center stands at the forefront of addressing the evolving needs of this demographic. It has gained recognition for its innovative and exemplary programs that cater to older adults.

Operating as a donor-supported nonprofit entity, the Pasadena Senior Center is unique in its financial independence, not relying on government funding at any level. It distinguishes itself by delivering a more comprehensive array of services to the older adult population in the San Gabriel Valley than any other organization. The center welcomes visitors Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. For more information about the center and its services, please visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org or contact (626) 795-4331. The center is conveniently located at 85 E. Holly Street in Pasadena.