Rose Parade – Tournament of Roses

Tournament Of Roses Continues Its March Forward With The Creation Of The First Ever Rose Parade Development Office

Pasadena, CA. (May 23, 2018) – For more than 129 years, the Rose Parade has held a special place in the hearts and minds of viewers across the world. Now, under the leadership of Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer David Eads, the parade is marching forward in a new era, maintaining its historic roots while layering in new entertainment features. This respect for the traditional and embrace of the new will secure the parade’s place as a New Year’s tradition for generations to come.

20 Marching Bands Selected To Join 2019 Rose Parade

Pasadena, CA. (Feb. 6, 2018) – The Pasadena Tournament of Roses^® has selected 20 of the marching bands that will participate in the 130th Rose Parade presented by Honda, themed “The Melody of Life.” The bands will travel to Pasadena from across the United States and around the world, including Canada, Costa Rica, Japan, Puerto Rico, and Sweden. There are two bands that will be added to the line-up when the universities participating in the 105th Rose Bowl Game^® presented by Northwestern Mutual are determined.

Gerald Freeny Elected President Of 2019 Tournament Of Roses

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses^® Board of Directors has confirmed Gerald Freeny as President for the 2018-2019 Tournament of Roses year. Freeny will provide leadership for the 130th Rose Parade^® presented by Honda and the Rose Bowl Game^® presented by Northwestern Mutual on Tuesday, January 1, 2019.

Tournament Of Roses Announces 2018 Rose Parade Float Winners

Pasadena, CA. (January 1, 2018) – Today, the Tournament of Roses announced the 24 floats awarded official honors in the 129th Rose Parade presented by Honda. These awards recognize excellence in a variety of categories and specifications. The 2018 Rose Parade float award-winners are (alphabetically):

Official Tournament Of Roses Event App Now Available

Experience America's New Year Celebration with the first official event app for mobile devices! Experience America’s New Year Celebration with the first official event app for mobile devices! • Access information about the 2018 Rose Parade, Decorating Places, Equestfest, Bandfest and Post Parade • View the full parade lineup and learn more about our participants • See maps and purchase event tickets • Follow the latest updates from all the Rose Parade social media accounts • Get instant alerts and notifications

Win A Making A Difference Prize Basket At Post Parade

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses^® Foundation will be sponsoring a booth at this year's Post Parade: A "Showcase of Floats" on January 1st through 2nd. Please stop by to visit for a chance to win a “Making A Difference” prize basket. Two (2) winners will be chosen from all the entries with one winner will receive 4 Disneyland Tickets and the second winner will receive 4 Rose Parade tickets for the 2019 Rose Parade.

Announcing Opening And Closing Show Talent For The 2018 Rose Parade Presented By Honda Todrick Hall And Andy Grammer

Pasadena, CA. (December 7, 2017) – The Tournament of Roses^® is thrilled to announce talent for the Opening Show presented by Honda and the Closing Show presented by Wells Fargo for the 129th Rose Parade; Todrick Hall and Andy Grammer. The Tournament of Roses’ theme, “Making A Difference,” motivated every note of this year's Opening Show. YouTube sensation and Broadway star, Todrick Hall, leads a spectacular cast and crew of over 100 dancers and musicians through a mesmerizing, heart-racing celebration. Todrick is a new kind of star, known for his versatility in the performing arts, Todrick is a multifaceted artist and entertainment powerhouse. The Opening Show shares the simple secret of why generations of Rose Parade fans are drawn to America’s New Year Celebration^®.

2018 Rose Parade Route Closures Begin 10 PM Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017

The Pasadena Police Department will begin closing the route used for the annual Rose Parade effective 10 PM, Sunday, December 31, 2017. The closures will occur along Colorado Blvd., at Orange Grove Blvd., east to Sierra Madre Blvd.; and up Sierra Madre Blvd. to Paloma St.

Actor And Humanitarian Gary Sinise Selected As 2018 Tournament Of Roses Grand Marshal

Actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise, who is most famously known for his portrayal of Lt. Dan Taylor in the landmark film Forrest Gump, was announced today as the 2018 Tournament of Roses Grand Marshal. Sinise will ride in the 129th Rose Parade^® presented by Honda, themed “Making A Difference” and participate in the pre-game celebration of the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Rose Bowl Game presented by Northwestern Mutual both are held on January 1, 2018.

2018 Float Participants Announced

Pasadena, CA. (October 12, 2017) – The Pasadena Tournament of Roses^® has announced the 39 float entries that will participate in the 129th Rose Parade presented by Honda, themed “Making A Difference,” on Monday, January 1, 2018. The floats, listed with the builder, are alphabetical by participating company or organization: 24 Hour Fitness (AES)