Rose Parade Floats, 2022 (Photo – Melissa Michelson)
Now that the Parade is over and you’ve watched the floats roll by live or on TV, here’s your chance to see the floats up close and in person.
By News Desk
Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase is open January 1 and 2, 2022. It features a 2-mile showcase of Rose Parade floats.
In past years, nearly 70,000 visitors head to Sierra Madre and Washington Boulevards, near Pasadena High School, for the chance to walk within a few feet of the floats and appreciate up close, the creativity and detail of each magnificent display. Participating float exhibitors can engage with event attendees in this event’s family-friendly, celebratory environment.
Visitor tips from the Tournament of Roses
- Please note that Floatfest utilizes a clear bag policy. To expedite passing through security, clear bags are strongly recommended.
- All strollers, backpacks, purses, bags, etc. are subject to search prior to entry into the Floatfest venue.
- Skateboards, roller skates, bicycles, tricycles, Segways and wagons are not permitted. Please note that use of a stroller is difficult due to terrain.
- No animals, except service animals, are permitted within the venue.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as there are no trams, and seating is limited. Viewing all the floats will require walking approximately 2.5 miles and will take at least two hours. The venue is often crowded and you will be walking and viewing at a leisurely pace.
- At the gate entrances, pick up a brochure with a map of the Floatfest venue layout. The brochure is also available at all Park-N-Ride locations.
- Remember to stay hydrated, particularly if the day is hot. Water is available free-of-charge at three locations within the venue.
- There are a limited number of food vendors at the venue. Visitors are welcome to bring small quantities of food and non-alcoholic drinks into the venue. (No coolers, please).
- Before you begin viewing the floats, decide where you and others in your party will meet in case you are inadvertently separated and cannot communicate via cell phone. One option is to meet near the Guest Services tent at the intersection of Sierra Madre and Washington boulevards.
- There will be ATMs inside the venue.
- Please deposit your recyclable items in the marked bins.
- American Sign Language interpreters will be available for hearing impaired guests. Please inquire at entry gates or follow signs at the venue for details.
Floatfest Jan. 1, to January 2, 2022 E Sierra Madre Blvd & E Washington Blvd Pasadena, CA 91107 > Buy Tickets Here.
Partial source: Tournament of Roses. Edited by Ann Hunnewell
It’s interesting to know about the rose parade in Pasadena and all the regulations we need to consider before going such as having a clear bag with us and non-alcoholic drinks. This article has convinced me to ask my husband if we could go see this event next year once the lockdown is lifted.