Five Things To Explore Before 2024 Rose Parade

Equestfest (Photo – tournamentofroses.com)

Here are five things you can do in the days leading to the Rose Parade.

By News Desk

1- Equestfest

Each year, the Rose Parade’s equestrian units showcase their breeds and demonstrate their talent with performances at Equestfest. Held at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, this family friendly event* includes an exciting equestrian show, musical performances, and a food and vendor court. The equestrian show features both a variety of horse breeds, as well as a variety of riding disciplines.

Attendees* are invited to stroll through the stables, meet equestrian participants, and participate in educational and interactive exhibits. At the Los Angeles Equestrian Center, participants have access to warm up arenas and wash racks.

Equestfest
December 29, 2023
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
480 W. Riverside Dr.
Burbank, CA 91506
> Parking is available at the venue.

Guests must not come to the event if they are experiencing fever or have tested positive for COVID-19.

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2- Official Horse Inspector

Read about Ada Gates Patton,  the “Official Horse Inspector of the Tournament of Roses Parade.” (Click to read).

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3- Bandfest

Each year, the Rose Parade marching bands selected to participate in the upcoming Rose Parade are invited to perform at the Tournament of Roses’s Bandfest.

Over the course of two days, each marching band, along with its auxiliary members, performs a field show that showcases their musicianship and unique talents. This annual tradition takes place at Pasadena City College. You can attend in person at Pasadena City College’s Robinson Stadium*, or watch it streamed live at the Tournament of Roses’ YouTube Channel.

Bandfest I
December 29, 2023
2:00 pm
1570 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91106

• Banda Municipal de Zarcero
• The BOSS (Bands of Santiago Sharks)
• Na Koa Ali’i’ Hawaii All State Marching Band
• Pasadena City College Herald Trumpets
• Pasadena City College Tournament of Roses Honor Band
• The Salvation Army Tournament of Roses Band
• West Chester University “INCOMPARABLE” Golden Rams Marching Band
• William Mason High School Marching Band

Bandfest II
December 30, 2023
 10:00 am
1570 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91106

• Albertville High School Aggie Band
• Castle High School Marching Knights
• Jenks Trojan Pride
• Pasadena City College Herald Trumpets
• Pasadena City College Tournament of Roses Honor Band
• Pulaski High School Red Raider Marching Band
• Westlake High School Chaparral Band

Bandfest III
December 30, 2023
2:00 pm
1570 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91106

• The “Blue and Gold Marching Machine”
• Los Angeles Unified School District – All District High School Honor Band
• Niceville High School Eagle Pride Marching Band
• Pasadena City College Herald Trumpets
• Pasadena City College Tournament of Roses Honor Band
• Pipes On Parade: The Massed Pipes & Drums
• Toho Marching Band

> Free parking in Structure 4 off Del Mar Avenue.

- Guests must not come to the event if they are experiencing fever or have tested positive for COVID-19.

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4- He’s 91 and Will Attend His 76th Rose Bowl

Read about Don Leis, 91, who will be attending his 76th Rose Bowl Game (click to read).

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5- Rose Parade Decorating Places

Prior to their debut in the Rose Parade, floats receive their final preparations at Decorating Places.

This special event offers a unique opportunity to preview the upcoming parade entries and take a behind-the-scenes look at how floats are made. Experienced professionals and hardworking volunteers apply intricate natural and floral elements to the floats, while thousands of public guests tour the decorating facilities. Locations are available in Pasadena and Irwindale.

Tickets are $20 for adults, and free for children 5 and under. Tickets sold online only. No cash or credit sales onsite. Parking will be available for $15 at the venue.

Rose Parade Decorating Places
December 28, 2023: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (Last entry 4:00 pm)
December 29, 2023: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm (Last entry 4:00 pm)
December 30, 2023: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm (Last entry 4:00 pm)
Location
Rosemont Pavilion
700 Seco St.
Pasadena, CA 91103

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> Pasadena Rose Parade Safety Tips.

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> Meet the President of 2024 Pasadena Tournament of Roses.

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