Post Parade: A Showcase of Floats

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Post Parade: A Showcase of Floats is a unique opportunity for the viewing public to step up close and see for themselves the majestic beauty and splendor of the floral floats.

After every Rose Parade, the floral masterpieces are parked along Sierra Madre and Washington Boulevards in Pasadena and exhibited for visitors to walk by and see in close detail the design and workmanship that goes into these floats.

Visitors are able to walk almost within arm's reach of the floats and appreciate for themselves the creativity and the imagination of the floral displays. This has been a Pasadena tradition for over 100 years. As an added enjoyment, there are demonstrations of the animated floats. These hydraulic floats will entertain you with their funny and clever movements. Of course, White Suiters will be on hand to answer your many questions. Please come and enjoy the beauty and imagination of these floral creations.

Event Tickets

Advance tickets are available through Sharp Seating Company at (626) 795-4171. Tickets will also be available at the event box office and all Park-N-Ride locations.

Topics

• Frequently Asked Questions

• Admission

• Visiting Times

• Directions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best times to see the floats?
The best time to visit Post Parade is during the early public viewing hours on January 2. At peak viewing times, you may wait in line to purchase tickets, ride the Park-N-Ride shuttle, or enter Post Parade.

How long will it take to see all the floats?
We recommend at least 2 hours.

Why should I take the shuttle bus?
Although it may seem to be more convenient to park on the streets close to the event, it is actually not. Street parking is extremely limited and traffic congestion is high. Our parking lots are free; the easy Park & Ride service is $3. Shuttle bus riders will also be given timesaving priority line entry to the park. It is the smart thing to do!

Is there a lot of walking?
Yes. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes.

Are you still open when it is raining?
Rain or shine, we are open. Dress accordingly.

Where can I buy tickets to the showcase?
If you decide to ride the shuttle bus, you can buy your tickets at the sales booths located in the parking lots. This will give you priority line access entry to the park upon arrival. You may also buy your tickets at sales booths located at the entrances to the park and at Sharp Seating in Pasadena prior to January 2, 2008.

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Admission

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association is a non-profit volunteer organization. Adult visitors are charged $7 for admission to help cover the cost of running the Post Parade: A Showcase of Floats. Children 5 and under are free. Cash and credit cards are accepted; no checks please. We thank you for your community support.

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Visiting Times

Jan. 1, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm,* Ticket Sales and General Admission

Jan. 2, 7:00 am - 9:00 am, Reserved for Senior Citizens
and Mobility Impaired Visitors

Jan. 2, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm,* Ticket Sales and General Admission

*Ticket sales stop at 4:00 pm. Park closes at 5:00 pm.

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Directions

It is expected that close to 150,000 visitors will tour the Post Parade: A Showcase of Floats. Street parking near the event is limited. To accommodate our guests and to make their visit more enjoyable, The Tournament of Roses Association is providing easy and convenient shuttle bus service.

Ticket booths will sell shuttle and admission tickets at all four Park & Ride locations from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Jan. 1st, and from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Jan. 2nd, with 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. reserved for seniors, mobility impaired viewers, and special tours only.

MTA/Gold Line Shuttle Service

The MTA is offering shuttle service from the Sierra Madre Villa Gold Line Station on January 1 to the Post Parade venue beginning at 12:30pm and running until 3:00pm. Shuttle service from the Post Parade venue back to the Sierra Madre Villa Station will continue to 5:30pm. On January 2 shuttle service from the station to Post Parade Park begins at 7:00am and ends at 3:00pm. Service from Post Parade Park to Sierra Madre Villa Station will continue to 5:30pm.

During the hours of operation the shuttle buses will pick up every five to ten minutes from the station. Cost to ride is a regular fare plus a transfer.

Directions to the Rose Bowl (Park & Ride to Post-Parade)

From the San Fernando Valley: Take the 101 Freeway East to the 134 Freeway. Continue east until you reach the Orange Grove Boulevard. Exit the ramp on your right and turn left at the first stop light on to Orange Grove. Follow Orange Grove north until you see the sign for the Rose Bowl. Turn left on to Rosemont Avenue and drive down into the Bowl area. Follow the signs to parking lot B.

From the San Gabriel Valley and Orange County: Take either the 57 or the 605 Freeways North to the 210 Freeway West. Continue west through Pasadena on the 210 Freeway until you reach the 134 Freeway. Stay west on the 134 and exit on the Orange Grove Boulevard ramp, which will be your very first exit on the 134 Freeway. Turn right on to Orange Grove. Continue until you see the sign for the Rose Bowl. Turn left on Rosemont Avenue and drive down into the Bowl area. Follows the signs to parking lot B.

From Downtown Los Angeles: Take the 110 Freeway North towards Pasadena. Exit at Orange Grove Boulevard. At the top of the exit ramp, turn left on to Orange Grove. Go north on Orange Grove passing California and Colorado Boulevards. Continuing you will pass over the 134 Freeway. After several blocks, look for the Rose Bowl sign. Turn left on Rosemont Avenue and drive down into the Bowl area. Follows the signs to parking lot B.

Directions to Pasadena City College (Park & Ride to Post-Parade)

From the San Fernando Valley: Take the 101 Freeway East to the 134 Freeway. Continue through to the 210 Freeway East. Exit at Hill Avenue in Pasadena. At the first light turn right on to Hill. Continue south on Hill to Colorado Blvd.

From the San Gabriel Valley and Orange County: Take either the 57 or the 605 Freeways North to the 210 Freeway West. Continue west on the 210 Freeway and exit on Hill Boulevard. At the first light, turn left on to Hill, going under the freeway overpass. Continue south on Hill to Colorado Blvd.

From Downtown Los Angeles: Take the 110 Freeway North until it ends in Pasadena. The Freeway then becomes Arroyo Boulevard. Continue straight to Colorado Blvd., then turn right. Continue on Colorado Blvd. for approximately 1.5 miles, Pasadena City College will be on your right.

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