Movies and Music This Week

Summer is heating up with a variety of movies and music to enjoy with friends and family throughout the San Gabriel Valley. Take your pick!

By Katlyn Ong

Movies

Despicable Me 4
July 17, 2025
8:30 pm
Location
Barnes Park
350 S. McPherrin Ave.
Monterey Park, CA 91754

Gru’s peaceful existence comes crashing down when criminal mastermind Maxime Le Mal escapes from prison and vows revenge against Gru and his family. For the full article, click here.

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Encanto
July 17, 2025
8:30 pm
Location
Vincent Lugo Park
1305 Prospect Ave.
San Gabriel, CA 91776

Mirabel, the only child in her family without a unique gift, may be her family’s last hope when she discovers that the magic surrounding their home is now in danger. For the full article, click here.

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Matilda
July 17, 2025
8:30 pm
Location
Arcadia City Hall
240 W. Huntington
Arcadia, CA 91007

Matilda, a gifted girl who realizes she has the power of telekinesis, begins to defend her friends from evil principal Trunchbull’s wrath and fight back against her unkind parents. For the full article, click here.

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Charade
July 18, 2025
4:30 pm
Location
Norton Simon Museum
411 W Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105

In this comedic thriller, a trio of crooks relentlessly pursue a young American (Audrey Hepburn) through Paris in an attempt to recover the fortune her dead husband stole from them. The only person she can trust is a suave, mysterious stranger (Cary Grant). For the full article, click here.

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Sonic 3
July 18, 2025
8:30 pm
Location
Robinson Park Recreation Center
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103

Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails unite to battle Shadow, a mysterious new enemy with powers that threaten the planet. For the full article, click here.

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The Wild Robot
July 18, 2025
8:30 pm
Location
Sierra Madre Memorial Park
222 Sierra Madre Blvd.
Sierra Madre, CA 91024

After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh surroundings, she bonds with the native animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. For the full article, click here.

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Despicable Me 4
July 19, 2025
8:30 pm
Location
Alhambra Park Bandshell
500 N Palm Ave.
Alhambra, CA 91801

This showing of Despicable Me 4 will be accompanied by a live science show at 7:00 pm. For the full article, click here.

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Moana 2
July 19, 2025
8:30 pm
Location
Station Square Park
1629 S Myrtle Ave.
Monrovia, CA 91016

After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana journeys with her crew to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she has ever faced. For the full article, click here.

Concerts

So Rad – 90s
July 17, 2025
6:30 pm
Location
Arcadia City Hall
240 W. Huntington
Arcadia, CA 91007

Enjoy music from the 90s performed live by So Rad. For the full article, click here.

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Folklorico
July 17, 2025
7:00 pm
Location
Vincent Lugo Park
1305 Prospect Ave.
San Gabriel, CA 91776

Delight in Folklorico music performed live under the stars. For the full article, click here.

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Abba LA
July 18, 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location
Lacy Park
1485 Virginia Road
San Marino, CA 91108

Get ready to dance and have the time of your life as Abba LA brings their electrifying tribute to the legendary pop/rock supergroup ABBA. With dazzling costumes, soaring harmonies, and all the hits you know and love—like Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, and Take a Chance on Me—this high-energy show is perfect for fans of all ages. For the full article, click here.

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Smokin’ Cobras – Classic Rock
July 18, 2025
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Location
Alhambra Park Bandshell
500 N Palm Ave.
Alhambra, CA 91801

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and dancing shoes for a fabulous evening of classic rock music performed by the Smokin’ Cobras. For the full article, click here.

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Echoes of Art: Indian Classical Music in Motion
July 19, 2025
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location
Norton Simon Museum
411 W Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105

Kamaljeet Ahluwalia performs on the santoor, a rare and exquisite instrument featuring 100 strings. Jas Ahluwalia plays the tabla, a pair of drums with profound rhythmic expression. For the full article, click here.

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Sgt. Pepper – Beatles Tribute
July 19, 2025
7:00 pm
Location
Loma Alta Park
3330 Lincoln Ave.
Altadena, CA 91001

Sgt. Pepper, Beatles tribute band, returns to Altadena’s summer concert series. For the full article, click here.

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Miro Sprague Trio – Modern Jazz
July 20, 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location
Playhouse Village Park
701 E. Union St.
Pasadena, CA 91101

The Miro Sprague Trio is a dynamic modern jazz ensemble featuring Altadena pianist Miro Sprague, bassist Karl McComas-Reichl, and drummer Dan Schnelle. The trio performs original music by each band member along with unique arrangements of jazz standards, all performed in a lyrical and highly interactive improvisational style. For the full article, click here.

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The Skinny Ties – 80’s Rock & Roll
July 20, 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location
Sierra Madre Memorial Park
222 Sierra Madre Blvd.
Sierra Madre, CA 91024

The Skinny Ties will rock your world with a live performance of 80’s Rock & Roll. For the full article, click here.

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Pop Vision – Top 40’s Band
July 20, 2025
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Location
Library Park
321 S Myrtle Ave.
Monrovia, CA 91016

Enjoy hits from the top 40’s performed live by Pop Vision. For the full article, click here.