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Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Jan. 2-10

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

A Concert for Altadena, a one-night-only benefit concert marking one year since the Eaton fire is on Jan. 7, 2026 at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. The concert is hosted by actor and Altadena resident John C. Reilly. In the file photo, the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena on March 24, 2025. (Photo by Dean Musgrove, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Zoo Lights, Animals Aglow is now open at the LA Zoo and runs through Jan. 11. This year the annual event features holiday themed world of plants and pollinators featuring larger than life birds, butterflies, insects and flowers. Glowing lanterns depicting wildlife of Southeast Asia, and an African landscape that includes representation of the continent’s iconic regions and wildlife, all illuminated by sculptural lights. (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Dec. 26-Jan. 3

Tim Pollock, president of CPS Express trucking and logistics company in Ontario and president of the California Trucking Association, stands beside one of his company’s semi-trucks outside CPS Express on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)

Surge in cargo thefts in Southern California driven by swift, organized rings

Get ready for Bandfest, three shows over two days by bands marching in the Jan. 1, 2026 Rose Parade. In the file photo, the Pasadena City College Herald Trumpets play with the Tournament of Roses Honor Band during the Tournament of Roses Bandfest at Robinson Stadium in Pasadena City College on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Dec. 19-27

By Holly Andres

December 19, 2025 at 6:01 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

The ATF, Covina police and the LA County Sheriff’s Department hold a press conference regarding federal and state warrants served against Puente 13 in Covina on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)

ATF-led probe on Puente 13 gang ends in 17 arrests, seizure of 76 weapons

By Ruby Gonzales

December 18, 2025 at 2:27 p.m.

Gang members are accused of drug sales, shootings and a kidnapping.

Imaginarium’s “Land of Oz” walk-through light display runs through Jan. 4, 2026 at Fairplex in Pomona. (Photo courtesy of Imaginarium)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Dec. 12-20

By Holly Andres

December 12, 2025 at 6:01 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

The free admission South Lake Avenue Holidayfest! is on Dec. 6 on South Lake Avenue in Pasadena, CA. (Photo by Akiko Whalen Photography, South Lake Avenue Holidayfest)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Dec. 5-13

By Holly Andres

December 5, 2025 at 10:08 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Think about seeing the exhibit "Gold: Enduring Power Sacred Craft" that runs through Feb. 16, 2026 at the Norton Simon Museum. Free admission on the first Friday of the month from 4-7 p.m. at the museum. In the file photo, The Thinker at the Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena on March 24, 2025. (Photo by Dean Musgrove, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Nov. 28-Dec. 6

By Holly Andres

November 28, 2025 at 6:02 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Enchanted - Forest of Light runs through Jan. 4, 2026 at Descanso Gardens. In the file photo, the Garden of Good Fortune in the Enchanted Forest of Light at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge, CA on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Nov. 21-29

By Holly Andres

November 21, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Imaginarium travels to the land of Oz when the walk-through lights event opens on Nov. 21, 2025 at Fairplex in Pomona. In the file photo, a colorful unicorn lights up the night on Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023, at the Imaginarium holiday lights display at Fairplex in Pomona. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Nov. 14-22

By Holly Andres

November 14, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

The city of Pasadena holds its 2025 Veterans Day program at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11. In the file photo, Blair High School Junior ROTC Color Guard presents the colors during a Veterans Day program at Pasadena City Hall on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley, Nov. 7-15

By Holly Andres

November 7, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Find upcoming Día de los Muertos events in the San Gabriel Valley area. In the file photo, an altar on display during Gloria Molina Grand Park’s 12th annual Downtown Día de los Muertos in Los Angeles, Monday, Oct 30, 2023. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley, Oct. 31-Nov. 8

By Holly Andres

October 31, 2025 at 6:01 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Wooden ghosts carved from trees by Chainsaw Jenna at “Carved” in Descanso Gardens on Friday, Oct. 4, 2025. (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley, Oct. 24-Nov. 1

By Holly Andres

October 24, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

The Cal Poly Pumpkin Festival runs Oct. 18-19 and Oct. 25-26. In the photo, a boy runs through a field of pumpkins as he tries to choose the right one Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, at Cal Poly Pomona’s 32nd Annual Pumpkin Festival. (Photo by Terry Pierson, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley, Oct. 17-25

By Holly Andres

October 17, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley.

Industry Sheriff's Station Youth Activities League's Trunk-or-Treat Festival and Terror Trail maze is Oct. 17-18, 2025 at Industry Hills Expo Center. In the file photo, children get candy as they trick or treat during the 4th annual Terror Trail and Trunk-or-Treat festival at the Industry Hills Expo Center in City of Industry on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024.(Contributing Photographer Libby Cline Birmingham)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley, Oct. 10-18

By Holly Andres

October 13, 2025 at 5:40 p.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley.

Rubel Castle in Glendora is operated by the Glendora Historical Society. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley, Oct. 3-11

By Holly Andres

October 3, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley.

David M. Malkin, center, at his last board meeting with members, from left, Cary C. Chen; Agnes P. Gonzalez; Kevin T. Hayakawa, and Erik Venegas, at the Rowland Unified School District board room in 2024. The Family Resource Center at Rowland Unified School District will be renamed in Malkin’s honor in a ceremony on Oct. 3. (Photo courtesy of Rowland Unified School District)

Rowland Unified to rename resource center in honor of retired president

By Anissa Rivera

October 1, 2025 at 3:59 p.m.

Spanning nine years, Malkin's leadership in the Rowland Unified School District included the COVID-19 pandemic,...

Tickets are on sale for the 2025 version of "Carved," a display of lit-up pumpkins and other installations, from Oct. 3-30, at Descanso Gardens. Tickets must be purchased in advance. In the file photo: People enjoy themselves during "Carved<" at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge, CA., on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley, Sept. 26-Oct. 4

By Holly Andres

September 26, 2025 at 6:02 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley.

Ed Ganzinotti’s 1956 Ford F-100 pickup was crowned the 2024 World’s Most Beautiful Truck at last year’s Grand National Truck Show. (Courtesy of Rod Shows)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Sept. 19-27

By Holly Andres

September 19, 2025 at 6:01 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Pasadena Playhouse has announced its 2025-2026 season, which includes a mix of contemporary and classical productions, a new musical, and programming for youth and families. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Sept. 12-20

By Holly Andres

September 12, 2025 at 3:46 p.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Find antiques, collectibles and vinyl records on Sept. 7, 2025 at the Pasadena City College Flea Market. (Google Street View)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Sept. 5-13

By Holly Andres

September 5, 2025 at 3:11 p.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Matti the Clown performs in the Marinelli Bros Circus, running on various dates from Aug. 28 to Sept. 15 at Stonewood Center in Downey. (Photo courtesy of Marinelli Bros Circus)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Aug. 29-Sept. 6

By Holly Andres

September 2, 2025 at 11:10 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Paul Grimm (1891-1974) , Untitled Desert Landscape (Palm Springs, Mount San Jacinto with Pink Blossoms), c. 1950, Oil on canvas, 24 inches x 36 inches. (Courtesy of American Legacy Fine Arts)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Aug. 23-30

By Holly Andres

August 21, 2025 at 3:05 p.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Joseph Lara #2 of Bonita runs for yardage against Muir in the first half of a prep football game at Bonita High School in La Verne on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Pasadena Star-News/ SCNG)

San Gabriel Valley football: Week 0 schedule, Aug. 21-23

By Fred Robledo

August 18, 2025 at 12:44 p.m.

The matchups and locations for this week's season-opening football games for the SGV teams.

Nisei Week Japanese LA Festival Closing Ceremony and Street Ondo is Aug. 17, 2025 on First Street in Little Tokyo in Los Angeles. In the photo, a costumed dancer takes part in the Nisei Week closing ceremonies on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, in Little Tokyo. (Photo by Howard Freshman, Contributing Photographer)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Aug. 15-23

By Holly Andres

August 13, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Sierra Madre Playhouse on Sierra Madre Boulevard on March 12, 2025. (Photo by Dean Musgrove, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Aug. 8-16

By Holly Andres

August 8, 2025 at 7:01 a.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

ArtCenter College of Design (south campus) Hoffmitz Milken Center for Typography presents “Primarium: A Case for Cursive,” through Oct. 31, in its HMCT Gallery in Pasadena, CA. (Photo courtesy of ArtCenter College of Design, Hoffmitz Milken Center for Typography)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, Aug. 1-9

By Holly Andres

August 1, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

CatCon, Aug. 2-3, celebrates its 10th anniversary in Pasadena, CA. In the file photo, cat lovers descend on Pasadena Convention Center for CatCon, billed as the world’s biggest cat-centric pop culture event, in Pasadena, CA on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024. (Photo by Trevor Stamp, Contributing Photographer)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area, July 25-Aug. 2

By Holly Andres

July 25, 2025 at 12:32 p.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

Pasadena Heritage presents its Colorado Street Bridge Party on July 19, 2025. In the file photo, residents from Pasadena and surrounding cities came to the Pasadena Heritage's annual Colorado Street Bridge Party on Saturday, July 15, 2018. The event features live music, a vintage car show, and local food and drink. (Photo by Trevor Stamp, Contributing Photographer)

Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley, July 18-26

By Holly Andres

July 18, 2025 at 4:24 p.m.

Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Gabriel Valley area.

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