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About the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California
Festivals & Fairs , United States
Ends: Jan 01, 2025
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A FESTIVAL OF FLOWERS AND ARTISTIC ACHIEVEMENT:
THE TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PARADE
The Tournament of Roses Parade, or simply Rose Parade, is a beloved New Year's Day tradition, dazzles spectators with its vibrant display of floral floats, marching bands, and equestrian units. It began in 1890 when Pasadena's Valley Hunt Club members sought to showcase the region's mild winter weather to their East Coast and Midwestern friends. They decorated carriages with flowers and organized a parade, attracting thousands of visitors.
What makes the Rose Parade unique is its stringent requirement that all floats be covered entirely in natural materials such as flowers, leaves, seeds, and bark. This rule led to elaborate and stunningly beautiful creations, often taking months of planning and thousands of labor to construct.
The parade serves multiple purposes: it celebrates the start of the New Year, promotes the city of Pasadena, and sets the stage for the Rose Bowl Game, which follows the parade. Over the years, the Rose Parade has grown in scope and grandeur, featuring participants worldwide and being broadcast to millions of viewers globally.
Each year, the Tournament of Roses Association selects a theme for the parade, inspiring float designs and performances that reflect various cultural and social themes. The event also includes the selection of the Rose Queen and her Royal Court, who play prominent roles in the festivities.
The Rose Parade's combination of tradition, community involvement, and artistic expression ensures its continued popularity and relevance, making it a cherished part of American culture and a festive start to the New Year.
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