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MEETING PLANNER GUIDE A PASADENAMEETINGS.COM PASADENA MEETING PLANNER HOW WILL YOUR NEXT There’s a reason Pasadena was the original resort town: Idyllic weather. Mountain views. Neighborhood charm in a convenient location. Today, the city has infused that paradisal allure with MEETING inspire? metropolitan energy and sophistication, redefining what a getaway can be. Just ten miles from downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena provides the rare opportunity to host personalized meetings with all the benefits of a big city. You’ll find easy access to LA airports, plenty of hotel space and a vibrant cultural scene that welcomes any taste. So, plan your next meeting where innovation meets inspiration: Pasadena. B 1 PASADENA MEETING PLANNER WHY PASADENA? CENTER OF INNOVATION. CITY OF INSPIRATION. SOCAL’S CULTURAL OASIS Southern California’s cultural pulse comes to life in Pasadena. Culturally rich and artfully layered, Pasadena’s cachet rivals the likes of New York City and San Francisco. There’s a masterpiece around every corner – storied architecture, landmark museums, rare books, lush gardens, top-notch theaters and galleries. A HOTBED OF INNOVATION Pasadena makes a cool base camp of inspiration. From Hubble to Hawkings, some of the world’s greatest minds have lived and worked in Pasadena. Home to Caltech, JPL and the ArtCenter College of Design, Pasadena institutions boast worldwide recognition for their contributions to science, technology and creativity. RIGHT IN LA’S BACKYARD An easy ten-mile drive or lightrail ride from downtown Los Angeles, few locations are more convenient. Pasadena offers an expansive selection of hotels in a walkable neighborhood. You’ll find more restaurants per capita than New York City and more than 200 retailers in Old Pasadena alone. Everything you need is here. AN EXPANSIVE CONVENTION CENTER At a grand total of 130,000 square feet, the Pasadena Convention Center makes the ideal main stage for your event. The LEED Gold certified center offers 97,000 square feet of exhibit space, 25 meeting rooms and a sparkling 25,000 square-foot Grand Ballroom. VENUES TO REMEMBER Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner or entertaining thousands, Pasadena’s iconic sites can enhance your meeting with dazzling aplomb. Make a venue of the legendary Rose Bowl Stadium, the tranquil USC Pacific Asia Museum or Caltech’s stately Athenaeum. 2 3 PASADENA MEETING PLANNER DESTINATION EXPERTS ROSE BOWL STADIUM UNIQUE OFFSITE VENUES Infuse your next meeting with the history and charm that sets Pasadena apart. Whether you’re hosting an intimate Big-city offerings with a dinner or entertaining thousands, Pasadena offers an array of stunning locales for private events. Pasadena’s iconic neighborhood welcome venues are one-of-kind from the outdoor courtyards surrounding the architecturally stunning Pasadena City Hall to the legendary Rose Bowl Stadium; or the historic Castle Green to Albert Einstein’s inspired Athenaeum at Caltech. As you plan the optimal event, our team can help in countless ways. We’re the city’s destination experts and have all the resources you’ll need. Site Inspections CASTLE GREEN Review venues and accomodations to narrow your choices for where to hold your meeting and where your guests will stay. Program Planning Assistance Learn about transportation, offsite venues, companion programs, tours, entertainment and local services. Promotional Video & Materials Highlight Pasadena as a destination with video, photos, ROSE BOWL STADIUM brochures, customized maps, discount offers and more. Visitor Services A staffed Visitors Center is available for your attendees from CITY HALL 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday to Friday. CALTECH Official Recognition Arrange an official invitation or welcome letter from a Pasadena official. Pasadena Smartphone App Give your delegates detailed information about Pasadena’s hot spots with the free “Explore Pasadena” smartphone app. Contact Us At: (800) 307-7977 [email protected] PASADENA CITY HALL FOUNTAIN COURTYARD CROSS CAMPUS CO-WORKING SPACE 4 5 PASADENA MEETING PLANNER A LOCAL SCENE WITH WHILE HERE, ENJOY: GROUP ACTIVITIES GLOBAL OFFERINGS From fascinating architectural tours to fabulous food 2,600 hotel rooms, 1,200 of which are within walking Pasadena Tour Company tastings, Pasadena offers a myriad of unique experiences Choosing Pasadena for your meeting or convention is distance of the Pasadena Convention Center for your corporate, spousal or group event. Discover Pasadena’s significant architecture, grand smart for countless reasons. estates, movie locations, cultural landmarks and Acres of Antiques famous residences. Call (626) 318-9492 or visit Eight full-service hotels with meeting space The city’s pedestrian-friendly streets and speedy public pasadenatourcompany.com for more information. transportation virtually eliminate the need for a car. The Pasadena is a haven for antique collectors; many are concentrated along one stretch of Fair Oaks Avenue. Rose Bowl Flea Market proximity of its offerings lets visitors casually relish scenic Sixteen motels and inns splendor while strolling its vibrant cultural hotspots. The Pasadena Antique Center and Annex alone boasts 130 dealers. Call (626) 449-7706 or visit Vintage treasure hunters and bargain seekers flock pasadenaantiquecenter.com for more information. to the legendary Rose Bowl Flea Market. The second The city’s hotels offer well-appointed meeting spaces and Short walk to dining, shopping, museums and theatres Sunday of every month, experience over 2,500 vendors amenities. With many located along the famous Rose Brookside Golf & Country Club full of antiques, vintage clothing, local art, and specialty Parade route, these hotels take accommodation seriously products at the Rose Bowl Stadium. For more information Brookside Golf Club features two 18-hole and offer guest rooms tailored for business travelers. visit rgcshows.com. championship courses nestled in the foothills near Civic Center District Old Pasadena the Rose Bowl. Custom group packages include Rose Bowl Stadium Tour golf and meals. Call (626) 585-3598 or visit Described as “a shiny jewel of Southern California” by the New brooksidegc.com. By reservation. This exclusive opportunity grants you behind-the- The Civic Center District, between Old Pasadena and York Times, Pasadena thrives with four distinct neighborhoods. scenes access to the UCLA locker room, press boxes, Playhouse District, is home to beautifully designed Pasadena’s 19th century origins remain reflected in what was Explore Pasadena Architecture – Walk, Bike or Drive playing field and more. Call (626) 577-3100 or visit buildings reflecting the Beaux-Arts and Mediterranean once the city’s original marketplace and oldest commercial rosebowlstadium.com for more information. Tour Pasadena’s architecturally rich and historic Revival era. History still resonates here with landmark area, Old Pasadena. A model of historic preservation and civic neighborhoods. Hire a step-on guide from Pasadena By reservation. buildings including the Pasadena Central Library, revitalization, the 22 blocks of Old Pasadena were designated a Heritage or explore on your own. Go to Pasadena Civic Auditorium, and City Hall. The Civic National Register Historic District in 1983 and contain restored Santa Anita Park (Race Track) Center District is also home to The Paseo, a visitpasadena.com to download a copy. examples of late 19th and early 20th century architecture. Santa Anita Park is known for the best in Thoroughbred visually striking retail and shopping promenade Film Location Tour racing. Free guided tram tours through the stable areas featuring contemporary dining, ArcLight are available weekends at 8:30 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. Cinema, specialty shops and more. For a more South Lake District Visit some of the most iconic filming locations from your during the racing season from December to June. local experience, visitors can get off the beaten favorite movies and telvision shows filmed in Pasadena. South Lake Avenue District has taken on the motto “Shop. Dine. 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Playhouse District Old Pasadena Walking Tour Pasadena Bike & Hike The tree-lined and bohemian-centric Playhouse District is Old Pasadena is a National Register Historic District, Why not enjoy Pasadena’s temperate climate home to the Pasadena Playhouse, the official State Theatre of and picturesque scenery by bicycle? Roll through town California. With festivals like Pasadena ARTWalk, as well as local with cobblestone courtyards and ornate architecture dating back to the 1880s. Call (626) 441-6333 or visit on your choice of Bikes & Hikes excursions. crafts and specialty shops, the entire neighborhood is practically Visit bikesandhikesla.com an open-air museum,