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FestivalsThe San Gabriel Valley is a culturally rich region with a lot to celebrate! (Obviously, the listings below fluctuate in the post-pandemic economy.) Lunar New Year FestivalsMonterey Park Lunar New Year CelebrationFive blocks of entertainment, food, family activities and vendors. January, one Saturday Free admission Downtown Monterey Park on Garvey Avenue between Garfield and Alhambra Avenues. Asian American ExpoThe Pomona Fairplex hosts seven halls of exhibits, live performances, and food options from across Asia. January, one weekend 2705 Fairplex Dr, Pomona, CA 91768 Tickets: $12 one day, $18 two days Pacific Asia Museum Lunar New YearThe Pacific Asia Museum museum rings in the Lunar New Year with a free afternoon of pan-Asian activities. Traditional performances take place in the museum’s courtyard, plus art activities, food trucks and free admission to the galleries. January, one Saturday 46 N Los Robles Ave Pasadena 91101 Tickets: Free pacificasiamuseum.usc.edu/calendar Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival250 booths with featured activities, such as a dragon boat rowing station, an auto square, children’s workshops, a health fair and cultural demonstrations, provide festival-goers with a taste of Asian culture. Giveaways, fun games, and ethnic foods attract long lines of attendees. February, one Saturday Tickets: Free San Gabriel Lunar New Year FestivalAncient traditions combine with modern celebrations to mark the Lunar New Year: a street food fair, marketplace, carnival games, chalk art contest, fun zone for the kids, and more. February, one Saturday Mission District, 320 S. Mission Drive, San Gabriel Tickets: Free Other FestivalsCamellia Festival, Temple CityA parade, carnival, beer garden, and live performances. 9701 E Las Tunas Dr, Temple City, CA 91780 Festival of ColorsLive music, dance, yoga, mantras, food and the throwing of colors — eco-friendly powders (made from corn starch, food-grade dyes and fragrance) that are available on-site. March, one weekend Whittier Narrows Park, 750 S. Santa Anita Ave., South El Monte Tickets: $6.50-$30 Renaissance Pleasure FaireTravel back in time to the days of yore when Queen Elizabeth I ruled England. A 20-acre wooded playground offers entertainment, such as fully armored jousting, and is populated with characters wearing elaborate costumes that recall the era. Don’t miss the marketplace and pub crawl. April-May, Saturdays and Sundays Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area, 15501 E. Arrow Highway, Irwindale Tickets: $30 single day adults, $15 single day ages 5-12; season passes $165 (adults), $70 (ages 5-12) Arroyo Seco WeekendThis Goldenvoice-produced music festival has brought Tom Petty, Mumford and Sons, Robert Plant and Jack White to the Rose Bowl in recent years. Each year’s lineup is expected to be released in early March. June, one weekend Brookside Golf Club, 1133 Rosemont Ave., Pasadena Cal Poly Pomona Pumpkin FestivalCal Poly offers the biggest pumpkin patch in the area for families to pick out their ideal jack-o-lantern, as well as a corn maze, kids’ activities, and fresh products from the university’s onsite farm. October 4102 S. University Drive, Pomona, CA 91768 Los Pobladores WalkEvery year, locals gather at the Mission San Gabriel for a 9-mile stroll to Olivera Street in downtown L.A. The walk reenacts the pilgrimage of a diverse group sent by the Spanish to found their first secular settlement - the birth of Los Angeles. August, one Saturday Mission San Gabriel, 428 S Mission Dr, San Gabriel Tickets: Free www.sangabrielcity.com/529/Walk-to-Los-Angeles Los Angeles County FairOne of the largest fairs in the country boasts an array of entertainment options and exhibits, including carnival rides and games, arts & crafts, products for sale, farm animals, diet-busting foods, and a wine, beer and spirits marketplace. The main stage concert series draws top acts from today and yesterday. May Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona Tickets: Prices TBA Route 66 Cruisin' ReunionTens of thousands of classic car lovers from throughout the country descend upon Ontario for three days of food, life music, entertainment and more than 2,000 classic vehicles. Entertainment lineup generally announced in May. September, one weekend Downtown Ontario, along Euclid Ave. Tickets: Free Harvest FestivalAnnual arts and crafts show features thousands of handmade items including jewelry, clothing, photography, original art, hand-turned wood and ceramics, plus much more to browse and buy. There also will be stage and strolling entertainment, plus a fun zone for the kids. December, one weekend Fairplex Expo 4, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona |
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