> At a Glance
> – Benefit concert “A Concert for Altadena” marks one year since the Jan. 7, 2025 Eaton Fire
> – All proceeds go to Altadena Builds Back Foundation for rebuilding homes
> – 250 tickets reserved for fire survivors among sold-out show
> – Why it matters: The event spotlights community solidarity and long-term recovery needs
One year after the Eaton Fire scorched the San Gabriel Mountains above Pasadena, the Pasadena Civic Auditorium will host a sold-out benefit concert featuring Dawes, Stephen Stills, Mandy Moore, Brad Paisley, and more to support survivors.
Lineup & Host
Organizer Kevin Lyman, founder of Van’s Warped Tour, booked a cross-genre bill that includes:
- Dawes (headlining)
- Eric Krasno, Stephen Stills, Lord Huron, Judith Hill, Ozomatli
- Mandy Moore, Aloe Blacc, Brandon Flowers, Taboo, Jenny Lewis
- Brad Paisley, Everclear, Lucius
John C. Reilly will host the evening.
Community Impact
Eric Krasno, Grammy-winning musician and Altadena resident, emphasized the collective effort:
> “All the artists on the bill tonight came out, they’re donating their time. A lot of them donated instruments. A lot of them donated money.”
Lyman reserved 250 seats for fire-affected families. He shared:
> “When we found out that we had four tickets still available for them yesterday, they said they had tears in their eyes that they can come and be part of this.”
Event Details
| When | Time |
|---|---|
| Doors open | 5:30 p.m. |
| Show starts | 6:30 p.m. |
The majority of proceeds benefit the Altadena Builds Back Foundation, which focuses on rebuilding homes and meeting survivor needs.
Key Takeaways
- The concert underscores community resilience one year after the Eaton Fire
- Artists donated time, instruments, and funds
- Recovery will take years; continued support is vital
From the auditorium steps, the once-burned hills stand as both a reminder and a symbol of the long rebuilding process ahead.
