1-Year Anniversary Events for Eaton and Palisades Fires
Mark your calendars for a series of community events commemorating the one-year anniversary of the Eaton and Palisades fires. These gatherings honor those affected, celebrate resilience, and support ongoing recovery efforts.
Jan. 4 – Altadena Forever Run
A tribute to those who lost their homes, those who helped, and those who are rebuilding. The event features a 10K Run, 5K Walk/Run, and a 1K Family Walk/Run. Although registration is closed, the public is encouraged to cheer on participants starting at 8 a.m. (beginning with the 10K run).
This event honors Altadena’s resilience, supports long-term recovery, and raises funds for residents impacted by the Eaton fire. Proceeds from the event and donations through a GoFundMe campaign benefit the Altadena Eaton Fire Relief Fund and the Sheriff’s Support Group of Altadena.
Location: Starting point at Mariposa Junction, 849 E. Mariposa St., Altadena.
For route maps and donation information, please check the official event website.
Jan. 6 – Pacific Palisades Presbyterian Church Prayer Services
The Rev. Matt Hardin leads an evening prayer service at 7 p.m. at Brentwood Presbyterian Church, 12000 San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood.
On Jan. 7, Rev. Hardin will lead a morning prayer gathering at the church’s destroyed campus site:
Time: 8 a.m.
Location: 15821 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades.
Contact: 310-454-0366
Website: palipres.org
Jan. 7 – Eaton Fire Remembrance
La Cañada Presbyterian Church: “Grief stations” will be available all day, with a worship service at 6:30 p.m.
Location: 626 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Flintridge.
Phone: 818-790-6708.
Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine: A Day of Remembrance and Renewal with restored gardens open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors are invited to peaceful contemplation. A gong will sound every hour on the hour for a moment of silence, regardless of visitors’ location around the lake. No reservations required.
The Lake Shrine, dedicated in 1950, is part of the worldwide Self-Realization Fellowship founded by Paramahansa Yogananda.
Location: 17080 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades.
Phone: 310-454-4114.
American Legion Post: While the post ceremony will be held onsite, the formal ceremony portion from 9–10 a.m. will be livestreamed outside the post (15247 La Cruz Drive, Pacific Palisades). The public is invited to watch.
They Let Us Burn – Call for Fairness, Accountability and a Vision for the Rebuild: A non-partisan demonstration and rally featuring various speakers at a press conference.
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Palisades Village, 15307 Antioch St. (corner of Swarthmore Avenue), Pacific Palisades.
RSVP requested via the event website.
Corpus Christi Catholic Church and School: Noon gathering to commemorate the fire on the church school steps (890 Toyopa Drive). Later, at 7 p.m., Rev. Msgr. Liam Kidney celebrates the Mass of Remembrance and Reflection at St. Monica Catholic Church, 725 California Ave., Santa Monica.
Note: Corpus Christi Church (15100 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades) was destroyed in the fire.
Website: corpuschristichurch.com
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church: Concerts of Remembrance, Healing, and Renewal featuring community prayers at noon and 6 p.m., with concerts by violinist Anne Akiko Meyers and members of the Los Angeles Master Chorale at 1 p.m., and the Pacific Strings at 7 p.m.
Location: 1031 Bienveneda Ave., Pacific Palisades.
Free to attend; suggested donation $45. Donations accepted at the door or online.
Details and ticket donations: tinyurl.com/4ujrkfu5
Facebook: The Parish of St. Matt’s
City of Malibu Palisades Fire Remembrance
Finding Strength in Community – A Healing Moment: Activities include a Chumash blessing, a moment of silence for lives lost, a remembrance poem by Malibu’s poet laureate Charlotte Ward, an art gallery tribute to first responders and community members, and a memorial area.
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road.
The formal program will be livestreamed from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Malibu City’s YouTube channel.
Website: malibucity.org/palisades1yrremembrance
Community Coalition for Altadena Recovery (CCAR) – Eaton Fire 1-Year Commemoration
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger and Altadena-based organizations host an event featuring remembrances, music, and refreshments.
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Grocery Outlet parking lot, 2270 Lake Ave., Altadena.
Rain or shine.
Altadena for Accountability: Holding a peaceful, silent demonstration at the same time and location (in front of Grocery Outlet, 2270 Lake Ave., Altadena).
Contact: foraltadena@gmail.com
Rise Malibu – A Night to Honor, Remember and Rise Together
Event includes musical performances and a screening of Big Rock Burning (2025 documentary).
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Malibu High School, 30215 Morning View Drive, Malibu.
Text “BIGROCKBURNING” to 44834 for tickets. Proceeds benefit the Malibu Education Foundation.
A Concert for Altadena
Hosted by John C. Reilly, this concert features performers such as Aloe Blacc; Dawes & Friends featuring Eric Krasno; Everclear; Brandon Flowers (The Killers); Jenny Lewis; Lord Huron; Lucius; Mandy Moore; Ozomatli; Brad Paisley; Taboo (Black Eyed Peas); and Rufus Wainwright.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Pasadena Civic Auditorium, 300 E. Green St., Pasadena.
Tickets start at $150.
Proceeds go to the Altadena Builds Back Foundation via the Pasadena Community Foundation’s Eaton Fire Relief and Recovery Fund.
Tickets available through Ticketmaster: tinyurl.com/4vccyk4h
Jan. 9 – Music Center’s Innovation Social
Reflections on Loss, Hope and Renewal: Guests will connect with Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality stories as well as interactive 3D stations documenting personal and environmental stories from the LA wildfires.
The event also features a performance by Evolve Altadena and TreePeople will distribute acorns.
Time: 6–9 p.m.
Location: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Founders’ Room and Stern Grand Hall, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles.
Free admission; reservations required via website.
Parking: $10 at Music Center or Walt Disney Concert Hall garages.
Website: musiccenter.org/innovationsocial
Jan. 11 – Altadena Candlelight Vigil
Hosted by Kinfolks Helping Hands and Connect 2 Rise, the vigil commemorates the Eaton fire. The event includes performances by a children’s choir and the Benn Family (featured on “America’s Got Talent”).
Time: Early entry at 6:30 p.m., ceremony begins at 7 p.m.
Location: Altadena Town and Country Club, 2290 Country Club Drive, Altadena.
Note: This event was postponed from its original date (Jan. 7) and location, now moved indoors.
Contact: changematters99@gmail.com