Rose Bowl Parade

The Rose Bowl Parade is an annual New Year’s Day event in Pasadena, California, featuring elaborate floats decorated with flowers, marching bands, and performances. Originating in 1890, it celebrates the upcoming football game between the neighboring universities of UCLA and Ohio State, which is played later that day. The parade showcases creative craftsmanship, with floats often themed around cultural or seasonal topics, built using thousands of flowers and natural materials. It attracts millions of spectators and viewers worldwide, blending festive spectacle with tradition, and highlighting community pride, artistry, and the celebration of the new year.