Looking for something fun to do after the Rose Parade in Pasadena? Check out the Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. (4 p.m. last entry), Thursday, January 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (4 p.m. last entry), and Friday, January 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (3 p.m. last entry) to get an up close view of the beautiful floats appearing in the Rose Parade.

Senior citizens and disabled visitors welcome for an early viewing on January 2nd from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Rose Parade floats are required to be completely covered by flowers or other natural materials, such as leaves, seeds or bark. You will enjoy seeing this incredible work up close and with your camera handy!

Wear comfortable walking shoes! Viewing all the floats will require walking a distance of approximately 2.5 miles and will take at least two hours.

For more information and parking/shuttle options, visit tournamentofroses.com/events-calendar/floatfest.

Location: End of Parade route on Sierra Madre Blvd

Admission: $25 (free for ages 5 and under). Buy tickets in advance at https://tickets.sharpseating.com/p/tickets11/events/floatfest-a-rose-parade-showcase.