South Pasadena Hosts Inaugural Arts and Music Crawl

The free, family-friendly event will feature live music, art activities, and local merchant specials across the city's central business district.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 9:23pm

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A bold, abstract illustration featuring jagged geometric shapes in red and white, conceptually representing the diverse range of live performances, interactive art, and local merchant offerings at the South Pasadena Arts & Music Crawl event.The South Pasadena Arts & Music Crawl will bring the city's creative community together for a vibrant celebration of local arts, music, and small businesses.South Pasadena Today

The South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce and the city of South Pasadena are hosting the inaugural South Pasadena Arts & Music Crawl on Saturday, April 25, from 3-10 p.m. The event will feature over 30 live musical performances, interactive art activities, pop-up gallery exhibits, artisan booths, and special offers at local merchants along Mission Street.

Why it matters

The Arts & Music Crawl is a collaboration between the chamber and the city, drawing on local volunteer organizers and South Pasadena's deep pool of musical talent. It combines the chamber's quarterly Arts Crawls and the city's free Eclectic music series, providing a vibrant showcase for the community's arts and culture.

The details

The event will take place across South Pasadena's central business district, with the Rotary Peace Stage at Meridian Avenue and Mission Street, the Dinosaur Farm Stage along Mission Street, and the Singer-Songwriter Stage at Mamma's Brick Oven Pizza. Headliners include Cole Gallagher, The Drive, and Goldtooth on the Rotary Peace Stage, and the debut of Raul Pacheco's solo project and the Delgado Bros. on the Dinosaur Farm Stage.

  • The South Pasadena Arts & Music Crawl will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 3-10 p.m.
  • Music performances will run from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. across the various stages.

The players

South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce

The local business organization that is co-hosting the Arts & Music Crawl event.

City of South Pasadena

The local government that is co-hosting and sponsoring the Arts & Music Crawl event.

Ed Donnelly

A local musician who is programming the outdoor Rotary Peace Stage.

Raul Pacheco

The founder of the band Ozomatli, who will be debuting a solo project at the event.

Dave Plenn

The organizer who has curated the Dinosaur Farm Stage lineup.

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What they’re saying

“The Arts & Music Crawl is a great way to showcase the vibrant arts and music scene we have in South Pasadena.”

— Ed Donnelly, Local Musician

“I'm excited to debut my solo project at the Crawl and share the stage with so many talented local artists.”

— Raul Pacheco, Founder, Ozomatli

What’s next

The South Pasadena Arts & Music Crawl is an inaugural event, so organizers will be evaluating its success and considering making it an annual tradition in the city.

The takeaway

The South Pasadena Arts & Music Crawl is a collaborative effort between the local chamber of commerce and city government to showcase the community's vibrant arts, music, and small business scene. By combining existing events, the Crawl provides a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to experience South Pasadena's creative culture.