Special Events

The City of San Gabriel hosts a variety of special events every year for residents and visitors alike. Whether you live, work, or play in San Gabriel, here’s a list of notable events within our community:

Trunk or Treat - Child getting candy

Drive Thru Trunk-or-Treat

Friday, October 29
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Playhouse Parking Lot
320 S. Mission Drive

Stop by the Mission Playhouse parking lot to show off your spooky costume, gather some sweet treats and goodies. All items will be provided to the participants in a no-touch manner and all program
areas will be sanitized.

We encourage children to come dressed in their favorite costumes and show that Halloween spirit by decorating the exterior of your car.

Click here for more information.
Registration is required. | Course #7000.400 | Registration ends 10/27 at 5pm.
To register online click here.

Woman wearing sugar skull make up and traditional dress throwing rose petals in the air

Dia De Los Muertos Drive in Concert

Thursday, November 4
6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Playhouse Parking Lot
320 S. Mission Drive

Join the San Gabriel Community Services Department for the Dia de los Muertos festivities. Registration is required for the altar viewing and drive-in concert. Masks and social distancing is required.

To register online click here.
turkey trot

Turkey Trot

Saturday, November 20
6:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Vincent Lugo Park
Prospect Ave & Wells

Join the City of San Gabriel for the 46th Annual Turkey Trot! Races begin and end at Vincent Lugo Park located at the corner of Wells and Ramona.

Registration includes race entry, raffle, finisher medal and t-shirt. Top three winners will be recognized and each first place winner will receive a gift card for a turkey, Register by 10/15 to receive $5 off of the entry price. 

To register online click here.
Tree Lighting -Santa on historic fire engine

Tree Lighting

Tuesday, December 7
6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Plaza Park
428 S. Mission Drive

Join your neighbors as we celebrate the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.

The tree lighting ceremony will be followed by visit by Santa!  Contact the Community Services Department at 626-308-2875 for more information.