Rose Parade Guide

The parade route is 5.5 miles (9 km) and will take two hours at every given point. The parade begins at the corner of Green Street and Orange Grove Boulevard in Pasadena. The route travels north on Orange Grove Boulevard at a leisurely pace and then turns east onto Colorado Boulevard. Near the end of the route, the parade turns north onto Sierra Madre Boulevard and concludes at Villa Street.

Grandstand seating tickets and advance parking reservations are available through Sharp Seating, the official ticket office for the Tournament of Roses. Prices vary by location from $80 to $130.

Tip: Purchase your parking through Sharp Seating to select a parking location closest to your seats.

Finding Your Grandstand Seats

• Open your ticket on your device.
• When looking at your ticket, the “Section,” correlates to which grandstand you are in.
• When looking at the “Section,” please only look at the number before the dash. For example, if you see Section “14-1,” you are in Grandstand 14.

Download Map

Sharp Seating Company
1737 E. Colorado Blvd. (enter in back)
(626) 795-4171
SharpSeating.com

• Campout begins the day before the parade at noon
• Blue honor-line migration begins at 11:00 pm the day before the parade
• Please refer to Overnight Parade Route Camping Restrictions section below. No chairs can be set up in Area 1 (West of Fair Oaks)

Limited complimentary seating is available at three locations in Pasadena.

Submit a request with the Tournament of Roses

Each person with a disability is allowed up to four guests, free with approved application. At one of the three viewing areas there is a section with audio description for visually impaired visitors and another section with sign language interpreters. Tickets to all viewing areas are free. No seats are provided, so viewers need to bring their own chairs, cushions, stools, etc.

What you can do:

• Overnight camping is permitted only on the night of December 31.
• A position on the sidewalk may be maintained along the parade route beginning at noon, December 31. All persons and property, such as blankets, chairs and personal items, must remain on the curb until 11 p.m. At that time, spectators may move out to the blue “Honor Line” but not past it.
• Small, professionally manufactured barbecues elevated at least 1 foot off the ground are allowed on the parade route as long as they are 25 feet from buildings and other combustibles. A fire extinguisher must be readily available.
• Minors under the age of 18 may be on the parade route from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. only if they are supervised by an adult.
• Dress for cold weather! Children and seniors may need extra layers of clothing to avoid hypothermia. Remember hats and gloves.
• Drink healthy fluids and consume nourishing meals to avoid dehydration.
• “If You See Something, Say Something®.” Report suspicious activities and packages to emergency authorities along the parade route.

What you can't do:

• Appearance in the parade is prohibited for any entries/marchers who have not been approved by the Pasadena Tournament of Roses®. Stay off the street and do not pass the blue “Honor Line.”
• Tents, sofas, and boxes of any type that can be used as stools or seats are prohibited along the route.
• Unoccupied chairs are not allowed and will be removed from the parade route.
• Bonfires are strictly prohibited and considered “illegal burns.”
• ALL fireworks are prohibited except as part of official scheduled events.
• No items may be sold along the parade route without a City permit.
• Selling space along the parade route, other than grandstand seating, is illegal.
• It is illegal to buy, sell or give away horns on the parade route.
• No public areas—sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets or ramps—may be blocked or roped off.
• No ladders or scaffolding may be used as elevation for viewing the activities.
• Pets are not recommended along the parade; keep them safe at home! Only officially certified and properly identified service animals are recommended along the parade or at game.
• Throwing any object into the parade—or at passing vehicles or pedestrians the night before the parade—is dangerous and prohibited. Violators will be cited, and their property will be seized.
• Unauthorized vehicles obstructing emergency travel lanes or parked in restricted areas will be towed at owners’ expense. No exceptions.
• Open containers of alcohol are illegal on public streets, sidewalks and all other public areas. Violators will be cited or arrested.
• The throwing of any objects into the roadway or parade route, including seemingly harmless items as tortillas, marshmallows, or flowers, is prohibited.
• A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) will be in place for both the parade and Rose Bowl Game® . Anyone who attempts to fly a drone will be subject to fine, arrest and/or imprisonment. Information about the TFR and all federal drone regulations can be found on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) website: www.faa.gov.

Pasadena Fire Department responds to more than twice the number of calls on parade day than any other day. These calls include reports of hypothermia, illegal burning, miscellaneous medical issues, assaults and alcohol-related incidents. Be safe and smart!

For your safety and for the safety of others, please remember the City’s no-smoking policies [Pasadena Municipal Code section 8.78.071 (A) 4] prohibit smoking in outdoor public gathering events/special events/parades/fairs. This policy includes the use of cannabis and vaping devices (aka e-cigarettes). The public is advised to NOT use any vaping products.

Rose Parade Grandstand Seating Parking

Reserved parking for cars, buses and RVs is available for purchase in advance through Sharp Seating Company. When purchasing tickets to the Rose Parade, we suggest purchasing parking at the same time in the area of your seats.

Rose Parade Curbside Seating Parking

There are multiple parking garages along the parade route. Please find more information on our Rose Parade Parking Guide.

Metro A Line Light Rail Service

Consider taking the Metro A Line train that runs from Long Beach through the San Gabriel Valley.

The A Line service begins around 4:00 a.m. Plan your trip on your phone or computer through popular and easy tools with Google Maps, Apple Maps, the Transit app, the Moovit app and metro.net.

The Metro stations closest to the Rose Parade route are:

• Del Mar Station (walk 0.3 miles north to Rose Parade Route)
• Memorial Park Station (walk .2 miles south to Rose Parade Route)
• Lake Station (walk .4 miles south to Rose Parade Route)
• Allen Station (walk .4 miles south to Rose Parade Route)

TAP Pro Tip: Save time and skip the line! Download the TAP app or load your TAP card with round-trip fare before the parade and avoid long lines at TAP vending machines after. Access your TAP card in Apple Wallet for an easy, contactless way to pay for transit.

There is parking available at many Metro Rail stations. Some lots are paid, some are free - be sure to check here before arriving at the station.

Metro Bus Service
Metro will also provide regular bus service to areas near the Rose Parade, Rose Bowl Game and Post Parade areas. Buses will originate from locations throughout the county. For real-time info on Metro service, follow @metrolaalerts on Twitter. For more info, call (323) 466-3876 or visit metro.net.

Metro Transit Information Center
(323) 466-3876
metro.net

MetroLink
Kick off your New Year with a hassle-free Metrolink ride to the Tournament of Roses events via Union Station. Metrolink is providing early-morning train service on Jan. 1 on the Ventura County, Orange County, and 91/Perris Valley Lines, and adjusting service on the Antelope Valley and San Bernardino lines so that trains arrive at LA Union Station between 7 and 7:30 am. From there, riders can transfer for free to the Metro A Line to reach Pasadena. See more info on metrolinktrains.com.

Due to parade-related road closures, visitors are strongly encouraged to park before 6 a.m., especially near the parade route. Do not rely on GPS, as road closures may not be reflected in navigation apps. No parking is allowed on the parade route, and any vehicles left there will be towed.

Key Rules & Regulations:

• Holiday Overnight Parking Moratorium: Vehicles legally parked on city streets from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. between December 23 and January 3 are exempt from overnight citations. Overnight citations resume at 2 a.m. on January 4.
• No Parking / Tow-Away Zones: Always follow the posted dates and times. Violations for parking on red curbs, blocking driveways, or obstructing fire hydrants will be enforced at all times.
• Curb Markings: Adhere to all painted curbs, accessible parking, taxi, fire, and bus zones. Enforcement continues during events.
• Legal Street Parking: Cars, campers, and RVs are permitted to park in all designated spaces. Posted restrictions (1hr, 2hr, 4hr, etc.) are enforced, except on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
• Impounds & Violations: Illegally parked vehicles may be impounded. Call Pasadena Police at (626) 744-4501 if your car is towed. Parking violations can be reported to Parking Enforcement at (626) 744-6440.
• Safety Inspections: Vehicles parked within one block of the parade route may be subject to search if there is a public safety concern.

RV Parking in Pasadena

Sharp Seating Company
1737 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA (enter from the back)
(626)795-4171 | sharpseating.com

• Frontline and Second-line RV spots allow you to watch the parade from the comfort of your RV. Limited spaces available. Prices range from $50 to $700. Must purchase in advance.

Rose Bowl Stadium
1001 S. Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena, CA
(626) 577-3100 | rosebowlstadium.com

• Located about 1 mile from the parade grandstands.

LAZ Parking
(626) 578-1705 | rosebowl.lazparking.com

• RVs and buses enter on 100 W. Walnut Street, Pasadena, CA 91124.

RV Parking in Surrounding Cities

Bonelli Bluffs RV Resort & Campground
1440 Camper View Rd., San Dimas, CA
(909) 599-8355 | bonellibluffsrv.com

Fairplex RV Park
2200 N. White Ave, Pomona CA
(888) 562-4230 | fairplex.com

Hollywood RV Park
7740 Balboa Blvd., Van Nuys, CA
(818)785-0949 | hollywoodrvpark.com

Rose Bowl Stadium
1001 S. Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena, CA
(626) 577-3100 | rosebowlstadium.com

• Bus and limo parking requires a completed 2026 order form.

Sharp Seating Company
1737 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA (enter from the back)
(626)795-4171 | sharpseating.com

• Please contact Sharp Seating for bus parking availability.

Enhanced security measures will be in effect on the parade route. Pasadena police officers will resolve problems quickly and remove anyone from the scene who violates the law or disturbs the peace. Police canine teams will also be patrolling Colorado Boulevard.

• Dress for cold weather! Children and seniors may need extra layers of clothing to avoid hypothermia. Remember hats and gloves.
• Avoid dehydration. Drink healthy fluids and consume nourishing meals.
• “If You See Something, Say Something®.” Report suspicious activities and packages to emergency authorities along the parade route.
• In case of emergency, call 9-1-1 and know the cross streets from where you are calling. For non-emergencies, call (626) 744-4241.

Important Twitter Accounts:

• City of Pasadena – @PasadenaGov
• Pasadena Fire Department – @PasadenaFD
• Pasadena Police Department – @PasadenaPD
• Rose Bowl Game – @RoseBowlGame
• Rose Parade & Tournament of Roses – @RoseParade
• Sharp Seating - @RoseParadeTix

Grandstand Seating FAQs

Any device or item which in the opinion of the police, security, or a Tournament Official that represents a possible threat to the safety of any patron or to the enjoyment of the parade by any patron is prohibited.

• Glass bottles, metal bottles, thermoses, coolers
• Glass, metal or hard plastic containers
• Bottles and cans of any kind are prohibited. Factory sealed bottles of water, 24oz. or less, are allowed and limited to 2 bottles per person.
• Alcoholic beverages
• Whole fruit or vegetables that are not sliced.
• Boxes or wrapped packages – food for personal consumption permitted at discretion of security officials.
• Bags larger than 14″ x 14″ x 6″
• Banners, signs, flags, poles or sticks
• Drones
• Helium balloons
• Laser pointers
  Noise makers including, but not limited to thunder sticks, musical instruments, whistles, air horns and boom boxes
• Skates, skateboards, hover boards, scooters or bicycles
  
• Umbrellas
• Camera monopods, tripods, or selfie sticks
• Weapons or projectiles
• Knives – regardless of length
• Wallet chains (decorative purse chains/straps ok)
• Diaper bags unless accompanied by a child
• E-cigarettes or vaporizing devices
• Folding or collapsible chairs

Experience America’s New Year Celebration with the official event app for mobile devices

• Access information about our events including the 2024 Rose Parade presented by Honda, Bandfest, Equestfest, and Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase
• View the full parade line-up and learn more about our participants
• Plan ahead with our Parade Day Guide and maps
• Follow the latest updates from all the Rose Parade social media accounts
• Get instant alerts and notifications

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Pasadena Visitor Hotline
General questions on Rose Parade, Rose Bowl Game, Floatfest, Bandfest, Equestfest, parking, directions, and things to do in Pasadena.
(877) 793-9911
visitpasadena.com

Sharp Seating Company (Official Ticket Partner of the Tournament of Roses)
Ticketing questions on Rose Parade, Equestfest, Bandfest and Rose Parade Parking. For all questions on purchasing, refunds, credit card issues reach out to Sharp Seating.
1737 E. Colorado Blvd., between Bonnie and Meredith Ave. (enter in back)
(626) 795-4171
sharpseating.com

Police Department
911: For life-threatening emergencies
(626) 744-4241: For non-emergency matters, including activity you believe to be suspicious

Curb camping on parade route is allowed beginning at noon the day before the parade. People can move out to the “blue honor line” at 11:00 pm the evening before the parade, but not past it.

If your seats are located on Orange Grove Blvd. between Colorado Blvd. and Green St., within the boundaries of the Tournament of Roses® security zone, you will need to have your ticket to gain access to this area and highly recommended you arrive at your parade seat within this location by 6:30 a.m. on parade day.

If seated west of Fair Oaks Avenue, it is recommended you are seated by 7:00 a.m. Otherwise it is recommended to be seated by 8:00 a.m. Regardless of where you are seated you should plan to arrive in the area at least two hours prior.

The Rose Parade begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.

Grandstand Seats Parking

It is best to add 30 - 45 minutes to the usual drive to ensure timely arrival to the assigned parking lot. Driving access to cross over the parade route (Colorado Blvd.) closes at 6 a.m. sharp. If you are running late you will need to go around the parade route. Specific driving directions to the assigned lot here.

Please note the grandstand seats parking lots must be vacated immediately after the parade.

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Call the Pasadena Business Services department at (626) 744-4166 (press #2 & then # 3) or visit the City of Pasadena Special Events FAQ page.

All vendors must have a business license to sell items on the Parade route.

Programs and souvenirs are available for purchase along the parade route on parade day; at the Rose Bowl Stadium and decorating sites; and at FloatFest.

Tournament House
391 S. Orange Grove Blvd.
(626) 449-4100
tournamentofroses.com/shop

In Pasadena, you’ll find everything from glamorous hideaways, historic boutique hotels, major global chains, budget-friendly motels, and private short-term rentals. For the full list of Pasadena's accommodations, click here.

Pasadena Hotels

AC Hotel Pasadena
19 S Madison Ave.
(310) 405-7923
achotelpasadena.com

Courtyard by Marriott Pasadena
180 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
(626) 403-7600, (866) 208-1527
marriot.com

Residence Inn by Marriott Pasadena
21 W. Walnut St.
(626) 204-9220
residenceinnpasadena.com

Hyatt Place Pasadena
399 E. Green St.
(626) 788-9108
hyatt.com

Hotel Dena
303 E. Cordova St.
(626) 469-8100
marriott.com

Hilton Pasadena
168 S. Los Robles Ave.
(626) 577-1000, (800) 445-8667
hilton.com

The Westin Pasadena
191 N. Los Robles Ave.
(626) 792-2727, (800) 937-8461
marriott.com

Pasadena Hotel & Pool
928 E. Colorado Blvd.
(626) 884-4150
pasadenahotel.com

The Langham Huntington, Pasadena
1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave.
(626) 568-3900, (800) 588-9141
langhamhotels.com

Lodging options closest to the parade route include the following hotels and motels.

AC Hotel Pasadena
19 S Madison Ave.
(310) 405-7923
achotelpasadena.com

Pasadena Hotel & Pool
928 E. Colorado Blvd.
(626) 884-4150
pasadenahotel.com

Howard Johnson
1599 E. Colorado Blvd.
(626) 808-4500
wyndhamhotels.com

Pasadena Rose and Crown Hotel
1203 E. Colorado Blvd.
(626) 449-3170, (800) 522-1555
pasadenaroseandcrown.com

Ramada by Wyndham Pasadena
2860 E. Colorado Blvd.
(626) 788-0325
wyndhamhotels.com/ramada

Saga Motor Hotel
1633 E. Colorado Blvd.
(626) 795-0431
thesagamotorhotel.com

Travelodge by Wyndham Pasadena
2131 E. Colorado Blvd.
(626) 796-3121, (800) 525-4055
travelodge.com

Experience the magic of the floats before they make their debut in the Rose Parade. Community members and visitors are needed each year to decorate floats for the Rose Parade.

Float Decorating

As much as we want to share special moments with our pets, they may not appreciate the grandeur of the Rose Parade. Loud noise, crowds and unfamiliar sights stress most dogs. Keep your dog's best interest in mind.