Brookside Park (Photo – cityofpasadena.net)
Enjoy a free Fall Festival in Brookside Park celebrating Pasadena’s commitment to young children and early learning.
By Katlyn Ong
The event is designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers with a Touch-A-Truck area, free admission to Kidspace (space is limited), a community resource fair, food trucks, and family activities.
Admission is free. To RSVP for the celebration and to receive more information, click here.
The Fall Festival is the kick-off to a week-long celebration of Pasadena’s commitment to young children and early learning. Programming will be offered September 20-26 at each of the Early Learning Hub Sites: Altadena Public Library, Families Forward Learning Center, Jefferson Branch Library, Kidspace Children’s Museum, La Pintoresca Branch Library, Pacific Clinics Peoria Street, Pasadena Public Health Department, and Villa Parke Branch Library.
Kidspace Halloween Bash
Saturday, September 20 • 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Kidspace Children’s Museum, 480 N. Arroyo Blvd.
Bring your little pumpkin to Pasadena’s favorite Halloween event for kids—the Kidspace Halloween Bash! Join festive costume parades, take a thrilling trike ride through a spooky house, and adopt a monster. Kick off the spooky season with a day full of monstrously fun family memories. Costumes are encouraged. Costume parades take place at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. Space is limited.
For children ages 0–10 and their caregivers.
More info: KidSpaceMuseum.org/Halloween-2025
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Pasadena Public Health Department Resource Booth
Tuesday, September 23 • 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Villa Parke Farmers Market, Corner of Villa St. and Garfield Ave.
Stop by the Pasadena Public Health Department’s booth at the farmers market to learn about valuable health resources for your family. Pick up a free dental kit, recipe book, and other helpful materials to keep your loved ones safe and healthy.
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Fall into Storytime
Tuesday, September 23 • 10:00 am
Villa Parke Park, Corner of Villa St. and Garfield Ave.
Celebrate the first week of fall with a cozy outdoor storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, and seasonal fun surrounded by the sights and sounds of the farmers market. Bring a blanket to sit on—and don’t be surprised if a scarecrow or storybook character joins the reading!
For ages 0–5 and their caregivers.
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Danza Azteca Xochipilli
Tuesday, September 23 • 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Altadena Public Library, 600 E. Mariposa St., Altadena
Introduce your child to traditional Mexica (Aztec) culture through dance, music, and storytelling. The performance features authentic wind and percussion instruments and vibrant indigenous costumes.
For all ages.
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Book/Craft Giveaway
Wednesday, September 24 • All Day
Loma Alta Park, 3330 N. Lincoln Ave., Altadena
Stop by the park to pick up a free book or craft to take home and enjoy.
For ages 0–5 and their caregivers.
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Bob Baker Marionette Show
Wednesday, September 24 • 4:00 pm
La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Ave.
Celebrate the magic of childhood with a delightful puppet show featuring characters from the iconic Bob Baker Marionette Theater. They’ve been pulling the strings of family fun since 1963!
Groups of five or more: please call (626) 744-7268 at least 72 hours in advance.
For ages 0–12 and their caregivers.
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Book/Craft Giveaway
Thursday, September 25 • All Day
Bob Lucas Memorial Library, 2659 Lincoln Ave., Altadena
Visit the newly reopened Bob Lucas Library to pick up a free book or craft to enjoy at home.
For ages 0–5 and their caregivers.
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Preschool Sensory Celebration
Thursday, September 25 • 3:00 pm
Jefferson Branch Library, 1500 E. Villa St.
Celebrate the five senses with sensory art, crafts, a scavenger hunt, and a special live performance by students from Jefferson Children’s Center, a Spanish Dual Language Immersion Preschool. Children of all abilities are welcome. Light refreshments provided.
Presented in partnership with Pasadena Unified School District.
For ages 0–5 and their caregivers.
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Book/Craft Giveaway
Friday, September 26 • All Day
Altadena Public Library, 600 E. Mariposa St., Altadena
Stop by the library to pick up a free book or craft to take home and enjoy.
For ages 0–5 and their caregivers.
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Joy of Reading Party
Friday, September 26 • 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Pacific Clinics Head Start, 136 W. Peoria St.
Celebrate young readers with a joyful afternoon of reading, art, and activities! Enjoy group read-alouds, puppet making, alphabet games, and more. Light refreshments provided. Every child receives a free book to continue their reading journey at home.
For ages 0–5 and their caregivers.
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Reading Buddies
Friday, September 26 • 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Families Forward Learning Center, 980 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Parents and children are invited to buddy up for a reading adventure! Enjoy a story, make a craft, share a snack, and take home a copy of the featured book.
For ages 0–5 and their parents.
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For more information, visit this website.
Pasadena Fall Festival September 20, 2025 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Location Brookside Park 360 N. Arroyo Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91103
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