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On New Year's Day, millions of people worldwide will get to enjoy the majesty of the 2024 Rose Parade Presented by Honda from the comfort of their homes. However, hundreds of thousands will have the chance to attend the parade in person. Here are the essential details:
The Parade Route
The 5 1/2-mile Rose Parade route begins at the corner of Green Street and Orange Grove Boulevard in Pasadena. The parade travels north on Orange Grove Blvd. and then turns east onto Colorado Boulevard, where the majority of the parade viewing takes place. Near the end of the route, the parade turns north onto Sierra Madre Boulevard and concludes at Villa Street.
The Pasadena Police Department, supported by the Tournament of Roses Association and City Officials, will be closing the Rose Parade route early to vehicular traffic to enhance public safety measures. Route closures will be effective from 10:00 PM on December 31 through 2 PM on or around January 1, along Colorado Boulevard from Orange Grove Boulevard to Sierra Madre Boulevard and northbound on Sierra Madre to Paloma Street. Please note that on Parade Day, before the start of the Rose Parade, the foot traffic flow on Orange Grove Blvd. between Colorado Blvd. and Green St. will be closed due to parade activities.
For more information, download the Official Rose Parade app for iOS and Android.
Getting There
People are strongly encouraged to use public transportation to reach the parade. Metro will operate 24-hour service on Metro Rail and on the Silver and Orange Lines on the night of December 31 through the morning of Parade Day. In addition, Metro will offer enhanced service on the Metro Gold Line to accommodate large numbers of anticipated riders on Parade Day.
There will be 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 more information, follow @metrolaalerts on Twitter or visit metro.net.
Rose Parade Tickets
To ensure a great view of the floats, bands, and equestrian performances, consider buying tickets. Tickets range from $75 to $120 and are available through the Rose Parade's official ticket vendor, Sharp Seating.
Paid Parking
Official Rose Parade parking is a separate charge and ranges in cost from $60 for general admission parking on the day of the parade to $700 for multi-day RV parking. There are several lots to choose from. Paid parking is also available on a first-come, first-served basis at various lots and parking structures near the parade route. Overnight parking on Pasadena streets begins at noon the day before the parade for that evening only.
All "No Parking" areas and red curb zones remain off-limits, and vehicles in violation will be subject to impound and a fine.
Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase
Once the parade ends at 10 a.m. on Jan. 1, spectators can get up close and personal with the spectacular floats at Floatfest presented by Lululemon. Each year, nearly 70,000 visitors head to Sierra Madre and Washington Boulevards in Pasadena for the chance to walk within a few feet of the floats and appreciate, up close, the creativity and detail of each magnificent display. Tickets for Floatfest are $20.
Access for Disabled Individuals
The City of Pasadena and volunteers assist the Tournament of Roses with coordinating three street-level viewing areas along the parade route reserved for people with disabilities and their guests. Each person with a disability is allowed up to four guests. At one of the three viewing areas, there is a section with audio descriptions 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.