“The Tournament of Roses and the City of Pasadena extend our deepest sympathies to the people of Louisiana and the city of New Orleans following this morning’s tragic events,” a statement said. “We stand in solidarity with the entire state during this difficult time.”

The sidewalks along Colorado Boulevard on New Year's morning in Pasadena will be filled with crowds watching the 2025 Rose Parade. A tradition that started 136 years ago is still going strong with visitors from all over the country traveling to Southern California,

Our reporters and photographers will be along the parade route bringing you the sights and sounds from the 136th Rose Parade that you won’t see on TV.

For the second year in a row the Lululemon-sponsored “Run With the Roses” 5K was a sellout among runners, joggers and walkers.

Parade floats have arrived in their places in Pasadena for the 136th Rose Parade on New Year's Day 2025. Excited viewers are camping overnight along Colorado Boulevard to catch a front-row view of the ornate floats.

Rose Parade, some 32 floats, 20 marching bands and 16 equestrian groups will traverse Colorado Boulevard, through the heart of Old Pasadena.

With the 136th Rose Parade and 111th Rose Bowl Game just around the corner, authorities are offering a reminder to visitors about key safety rules—especially for the many overnight campers lining the 5 ½-mile parade route.

Going to the parade or the Rose Bowl Game? There are several great places to eat nearby, says restaurant critic Merrill Shindler.