Pasadena “Parks After Dark” Begins

PASADENA – ColoradoBoulevard.net:

The City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department (PRCS) invites the public to the 12th annual Parks After Dark (PAD).

By News Desk

PAD takes advantage of Pasadena’s beautiful summer evenings to provide youth and their families opportunities to experience healthy, safe recreation programming.  Activities include sports leagues and tournaments, a variety of recreation activities, movies, and swimming. 

Parks After Dark Activities

For all ages to enjoy and participate in, unless otherwise specified.

Parks After Dark Kickoff Festival
July 6
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location
Robinson Park Baseball Diamond
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103

Free food, inflatable games, arts and crafts, a live DJ, and more! Show your team spirit during the two exhibition softball games: 

• Pasadena Parks, Recreation, and Community Services will play the City Manager’s office. 
• Community members will play Pasadena Police.

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Movies in the Park
July 7 – Aug. 4 (see below for specific dates)
Dusk
Location
Various Pasadena Parks

Show up early to find a great viewing spot and participate in pre-movie activities, including arts & crafts and games. 

• July 7: The Super Mario Bros. | Villa Parke (363 E. Villa St.)
  
• July 14: Lightyear | Victory Park (2575 Paloma St.)
• July 20: Shazam! Fury of the Gods | La Pintoresca Park (45 E. Washington Blvd.)
• July 21: Space Jam | Robinson Park (1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.)
• July 28: Super Pets | Grant Park (232 S. Michigan Ave.)
• Aug. 4: Minions, the Rise of Gru | Washington Park (700 E. Washington Blvd.)

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Recreational Swim
July 7 – August 4
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location
Villa Parke Pool
363 E. Villa St.
Pasadena, CA 91101

Cool off, have fun, practice your swimming skills, and enjoy the pool and hangout area. Proper swim attire is required. Participants are encouraged to come dressed and ready to swim. Lifeguards on duty. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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5 vs. 5 Indoor Soccer (Ages 25+)
July 7 – August 4
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location
Villa Parke
363 E. Villa St.
Pasadena, CA 91101

Join fast-paced pick up soccer games inside the Villa Parke basketball court. Each game will be 25 minutes. 

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Glow Sports Festival
July 13 and July 27
8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Locations
Villa Parke Softball Field (July 13)
363 E. Villa St.
Pasadena, CA 91101

Victory Park (July 27)
2575 Paloma St.
Pasadena, CA 91107

Light up the night with fun interactive carnival-style games. Invite family, friends, and neighbors to this friendly, nontraditional setting that will delight everyone.

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5 vs. 5 Adult Basketball (Ages 18+)
Thursdays, July 13 – August 3
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location
Robinson Park Recreation Center Gym
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103

Pasadena is well-known for having skilled basketball players! Register your team to compete and demonstrate your game. All levels are welcome. Teams are guaranteed one 20-minute game per week for four weeks in Robinson Park’s gym.

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5 vs. 5 High School Basketball (Ages 14-18)
Saturdays, July 15 – August 5
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location
Robinson Park Recreation Center Gym
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103

Pasadena is well-known for having skilled basketball players! Register your team to compete and demonstrate your game. All levels are welcome. Teams are guaranteed one 20-minute game per week for four weeks in Robinson Park’s gym.

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7 vs. 7 Adult Soccer (Ages 35+)
Thursdays, July 13 – August 3
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location
Villa Parke Turf Field
363 E. Villa St.
Pasadena, CA 91101

7 vs. 7 soccer games are fast-paced, high-scoring, and big fun! Two games will be played simultaneously. All teams are guaranteed one game per week for five weeks. 

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Music and Movement
July 13
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location
La Pintoresca Park
45 E. Washington Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91103

Groove in the name of boxing! Enjoy fitness exercises with our experienced boxing instructors while listening to a live DJ. Workout will consist of stretches, foot work, punching, and self-controlled movement. This will be a non-contact workout full of fun, fitness, and wellness.

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Boxing Clinic (Ages 8+)
Thursday, July 20
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location
Robinson Park
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103

Geared towards non-experienced participants who are interested in learning the basic fundamentals of Olympic-style boxing. Workout will consist of stretches, foot work, punching, and self-controlled movement. This will be a non-contact workout full of fun, fitness, and wellness.

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Aqua Boogie Nights
Saturdays, July 15 – August 5
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location
Villa Parke Pool
363 E. Villa St.
Pasadena, CA 91101

Get ready to boogie Saturday nights! Join us for swimming, music, dancing, and a light show. Proper swim attire is required. Participants are encouraged to come dressed and ready to swim. Lifeguards on duty. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Teen Glow Party (Ages 12-17)
Thursday, July 27
6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Location
La Pintoresca Teen Education Center
1415 N. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103

Calling all Teens! Have fun with us at a glow dance party with glow sticks and high-energy dance music. Make new friends and enjoy a fun night at our teen center.

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Aztec Dance Yankuititl
Saturday, July 29
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location
Villa Parke Softball Diamond
363 E. Villa St.
Pasadena, CA 91101

Open for all ages, Aztec Dance is an opportunity to learn traditional Aztec dance steps, movement, and  drum rhythms. Lessons start with basic movements and then progress to choreographed dance steps. This activity is accompanied by live Aztec drumming.

> Activities are subject to change without notice.