PASADENA, Calif. (September 5, 2024) – The Pasadena Tournament of Roses is proud to announce 18 outstanding equestrian groups to ride in the 136th Rose Parade presented by Honda, themed “Best Day Ever!”
Since the Tournament of Roses began in 1890, Equestrian units have been an integral part of the Parade and its surrounding festivities. In 2025, these units will showcase a diverse array of horse breeds, highlighting their skill and poise. Each unit promises a unique blend of skills and dazzling costumes, adding an extra layer of charm to the festivities. The participating equestrian units of the Rose Parade are prepared to entertain on the world stage, from horses that square dance to award-winning cowgirls and Mini Therapy Horses who bring joy to children’s hospitals.
The Equestrian units make a lasting impression, and this fantastic lineup will complement the floats and bands that will journey down Colorado Blvd. on New Year’s Day.
In addition to riding the five-and-a-half mile Rose Parade route on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, these equestrian groups are invited to take part in Equestfest on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. Equestfest promises thrilling displays of tricks, precision drills, dance routines and impressive roping skills.
2025 Rose Parade Equestrian units (listed alphabetically):
Arabian Horse Association Versatile Arabians – Greenwood Village, Colorado
Blue Shadows Mounted Drill Team – Lake View Terrace, California
Budweiser Clydesdales – St. Louis, Missouri
First Cavalry Division, Horse Cavalry Detachment – Fort Cavazos, Texas
International Andalusian and Lusitano Horse Association– Birmingham, Alabama
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department – Sheriff’s Museum Foundation – Los Angeles, California
Los Hermanos Banuelos Charro Team – Altadena, California
Mini Therapy Horses – Calabasas, California
Northwest Spotted Drafts – Ferndale, Washington
Painted Ladies Rodeo Performers – Sacramento, California
Scripps Miramar Ranch – San Diego, California
Spirit of the West Riders– Arcadia, California
The New Buffalo Soldiers – Shadow Hills, California
The Norco Cowgirls Rodeo Drill Team – Norco, California
The Valley Hunt Club – Pasadena, California
United States Marine Corps Mounted Color Guard – Barstow, California
For a detailed description of each equestrian unit, please visit here.