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        Let the Fun Begin at South Lake Ave This Saturday

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          • December 1, 2016
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      Horse Carriage Ride on South-Lave Ave. (Photo - southlakeavenue.org).

      Horse Carriage Ride on South-Lave Ave. (Photo – southlakeavenue.org).

      This Saturday, Pasadena will shine brighter with the annual HolidayFest coming to South Lake Avenue.

      Prepared by Brian Rodriguez

      South Lake Avenue will kick off its holiday celebration at noon,  with family friendly activities around the district!

      What to expect

      Here’s what to expect at the Holidayfest on Saturday, December 3, from noon till 5:00pm:

      • Horse and Carriage Rides
        Experience a horse and carriage ride on South Lake Ave and ride in style.
      • Holiday Characters
      • Live Music and Carolers
        1:00pm: CAUGHT A GHOST – Electro Soul
        2:30pm: LEFTOVER CUTIES – Pop Noir
        4:00pm: RUN RIVER NORTH – Indie, Folk, Rock
        With special guest appearances by Lake Avenue Church Choristers and NewSong Choirs and Blair IB Singers.
      • Live ‘Kid Zone’ music performances
        1:00pm & 3:00pm: LUCKY DIAZ AND THE FAMILY JAM BAND – Latin Grammy Winners, Multiple Emmy nominated Children’s Artist; People Magazine’s #1 Pick as seen on Sprout, CNN, PBS, NPR & Univision!
      • A Scavenger Hunt (with game sheets)
      • Holiday Crafts for the Kids
      • Specials and Promotions
        Enjoy special holiday promotions and in-store festivities.
      • Photos with Santa
        The big man himself will be on South Lake for a chance to take photos with him.

      Parking

      Free parking is available at the Corporate Center Pasadena parking structure located at 251 S. Lake Avenue (view map).

      This Saturday will be the warmest day of the week (70 degrees), so get out and enjoy the holiday festivities that Pasadena has to offer.

      Date/Time
      12/03/2016
      12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
      Location
      Corporate Center Pasadena
      Tagged: Christmasholidayholidayfesthorse carriage rideMusicPasadenasasouth lake aveta

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