The spring edition of ArtNight Pasadena takes place on Friday, March 14, citywide. This art and culture celebration features music, dance, visual art, theater, art-making, storytelling, and history. ArtNight is an ongoing partnership between many cultural institutions and the Cultural Affairs Division of the City of Pasadena. Enjoy a free evening of art, music, and entertainment as Pasadena’s most prominent arts and cultural institutions swing open their doors offering free admission from 6:00-10:00 PM.
ArtNight Pasadena occurs twice per year (spring and fall), where the city’s most prominent museums and cultural institutions open their doors for free and offer special programming. For information on ArtNight, please call the ArtNight Pasadena Hotline at (626) 744-7887 or visit ArtNightPasadena.org and see the complete line-up of events.
Here are a few highlights in and around Old Pasadena:
ARMORY CENTER FOR THE ARTS
145 N. Raymond Avenue
Experience fun, all-ages art activities and installations guided by Armory Teaching Artists, live DJ sets.
Food Truck: Pie ‘N Burger
City-funded MiniGrant: DJ Soltera
GOLD BUG - MARK GIBSON
38 E. Holly Street
Enjoy a special evening of magic and community with three intimate sessions at 6:00, 7:00, and 8:00pm. Support Mentalist Mark Gibson, who lost his home in Altadena in the recent wildfires, by attending this "Pay What You Like" event. All proceeds will go to Mark and Vanessa, as they try to rebuild their lives and home, as so many are. TICKETS
MUSE/IQUE at the PASADENA SENIOR CENTER
85 E. Holly Street
Make Some Noise with MUSE/IQUE’s community season preview at Pasadena Senior Center with singer/songwriter Rachel Gonzalez and 3X Latin Grammy nominee Francisco Ruiz. Live music, activities, refreshments.
Food truck: The Tropic Truck.
City-funded MiniGrant: music by Rachel Gonzalez
CITY OF PASADENA CITY HALL
Transportation Hub
The City Hall Hub has spring festivities with live music and seasonal art activities. Treat yourself to a snack and catch a free shuttle to another venue.
Food Truck: Dina’s Dumplings
City-funded MiniGrant: Music by The Nextdoors with guest artists
PASADENA MUSEUM OF HISTORY
with PASADENA SOCIETY OF ARTISTS (PSA)
470 W. Walnut Street
View the Pasadena Society of Artists’ Centennial Exhibition: 100 Years – 100 Images featuring paintings by PSA founding members and juried works by their current members.
Food Truck: Kogi BBQ