United Against Hate Week
October 18-24, 2026
Join us in taking a collective stand against hatred, discrimination, and division.
Together, we build a community where everyone belongs.
Neighborfest
Replacing Fear with Community
United Against Hate Week Neighborfest
Sunday, October 18, 2026 from 1:30–4:30 p.m.
Western Justice Center, 55 South Grand Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105
Welcoming neighbors from Pasadena, South Pasadena, and Altadena! Join us for an afternoon of warmth, connection, and community spirit.
Come together in a vibrant space where everyone belongs. Celebrate kindness, share stories, and make new friends as we move beyond what divides us. Whether you're with family, friends, or on your own, you'll find a place to connect and be inspired.
This FREE, all-ages event is indoors with air conditioning—so you can beat the heat while enjoying delicious food, live music, family-friendly activities, voter registration, and resources that foster unity and inclusion.
Hear from special guests including Congresswoman Judy Chu, LA County Human Relations Commission Executive Director Robin Toma, and City Councilmember Steve Madison. Enjoy music from The Nextdoors, Pasadena’s own Americana and folk-rock duo.
We're launching our digital toolkit to help you host a backyard or block party or organize activities at your school, faith congregation, or community group. If you’ve moved or been displaced, you can still join—host a Zoom Neighborfest and connect from wherever you are!
Report hate safely and anonymously in Altadena, Pasadena, or South Pasadena at LAvsHate.org or by calling 211—no police involvement required.
Let’s stand together for kindness and belonging. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Host Your Own Neighborfest
Neighborfest is a simple, low-lift way to bring people together during United Against Hate Week.
There's no script to follow and no expertise required — just a handful of easy activities that help neighbors learn each other's names, swap a few stories, and remember that the people nearby are worth knowing. It works anywhere people already gather: a street, a yard, a classroom, a sanctuary, or a community hall.
Pick and choose activities, adjust timing to fit your group, and don't worry about doing every single thing — even one or two activities make for a great Neighborfest.
Toolkits for Neighborfests of all sizes [English]
Kit de herramientas para la Fiesta de Vecinos [Español]
About United Against Hate
Week
National Movement
United Against Hate Week began in 2017 when Bay Area city leaders sought to provide a safe, visible way for residents to respond to hate groups following the violence in Charlottesville, VA. Since launching in 2018, it has spread to over 240 communities nationwide.
Our Initiative
Since 2022, the Western Justice Center and City of Pasadena Human Relations Commission have partnered to bring United Against Hate Week to our community. Each year, participation has grown, bringing together diverse organizations and residents across Pasadena and the San Gabriel Valley.
Dena's United Against Hate Week is organized in conjunction with "LA vs. HATE," a program of the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission that encourages communities throughout LA County to participate in United Against Hate Week.
Dena United Against Hate Week is organized by a committee that includes
The Center for Restorative Justice, Collaborate PASadena, Muslim Public Affairs Council,
Pasadena Human Relations Commission, and Western Justice Center.
Community Partners
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that."
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Learn more about the national movement: