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Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase

When
Fri, Jan 1 · 1:30 PM–4:00 PMJan 1 1:30–5 p.m.; Jan 2 7–9 a.m. (seniors & disabled) and 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Jan 3 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Where
Floatfest showcase (E Sierra Madre Blvd & E Washington Blvd)E Sierra Madre Blvd & E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107Open in Google Maps ↗
Ages
Family-friendly
Cost
Ticketed via Sharp Seating (price not printed on organizer page)Early-access hours Jan 2, 7–9 a.m. for seniors and disabled visitors; ASL interpreters; clear bags only.
Organizer
Pasadena Tournament of Roses

Upcoming dates: Fri, Jan 1 · Sat, Jan 2 · Sun, Jan 3

After the parade, Rose Parade floats are displayed along a 2-mile showcase at Sierra Madre and Washington Boulevards, where visitors can see the floral details up close and talk with float exhibitors. A Food Fare of LA food trucks is on Sierra Madre Blvd. near Gate A. Hours: Fri Jan 1, 1:30–5 p.m. (last entry 4 p.m.); Sat Jan 2, 7–9 a.m. reserved for seniors and disabled visitors, then 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (last entry 4 p.m.); Sun Jan 3, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (last entry 3 p.m.). Clear-bag policy; free Park-N-Ride shuttles from six locations; ASL interpreters available.

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Early-access hours Jan 2, 7–9 a.m. for seniors and disabled visitors; ASL interpreters; clear bags only.

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