Updates

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!”

Today, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses announced the fifth annual Día de los Muertos art competition, a celebration of art.

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses announces the fourth consecutive Mid-Parade Performance presented by Explore Louisiana.

Applications are now open for the 2025 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Rose Court presented by Citizens Business Bank. The geographic eligibility includes the Pasadena City College district and has extended to seven additional zip codes: details and application available on the Tournament of Roses website.

In celebration of Red Rose Day, volunteer Members of the Tournament of Roses Association brightened the day of hundreds of people by surprising them with long-stemmed red roses. This act of spreading cheer embodies the community spirit of the Tournament of Roses.

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association is thrilled to announce the 20 exceptional bands that will showcase their talents in the upcoming 136th Rose Parade presented by Honda on January 1, 2025.

Tonight, on the front steps of Tournament House, newly installed President Ed Morales announced the 2025 Pasadena Tournament of Roses theme, “Best Day Ever!”

Today, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses announced the 23 floats awarded official honors in the 135th Rose Parade® presented by Honda. These awards recognize excellence in a variety of categories and specifications.

PASADENA, Calif. (December 1, 2023) Today, illustrious and multi-award-winning performer Audra McDonald was announced as the 2024 Grand Marshal by the Pasadena Tournament of Roses President Alex Aghajanian. As the embodiment of the theme "Celebrating a World of Music," Audra McDonald stands as a testament to the global resonance of melodies.

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® has named Naomi Stillitano as the 105th Rose Queen® at the Announcement and Coronation ceremony presented by Citizens Business Bank. The 2024 Tournament of Roses President Alex Aghajanian made the announcement on the front steps of Tournament House in Pasadena.

Applications for the 2024 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Royal Court presented by Citizens Business Bank are available August 1, on the Tournament of Roses website.

Beginning Thursday, April 6, 2023, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association will open its doors to the public for guided tours, at no cost.

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association is thrilled to announce the 20 exceptional bands that will showcase their talents in the upcoming 135th Rose Parade presented by Honda, on January 1, 2024.

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses Board of Directors has confirmed Alex Aghajanian as President and Chairman of the Board for the 2024 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association.

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses has named Bella Ballard as the 104th Rose Queen at the Announcement and Coronation ceremony presented by Citizens Business Bank.

Former Congresswoman and National Advocate, Gabby Giffords Selected As 2023 Tournament of Rose Grand Marshal

PASADENA, Calif. (October 3, 2022) – The Pasadena Tournament of Roses is proud to announce the seven members of the 2023 Royal Court presented by Citizens Business Bank. The 28 finalists were joined by friends, family and Tournament of Roses Members to announce the seven members of the Royal Court.

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses is proud to announce 16 outstanding equestrian groups to ride in the 134th Rose Parade presented by Honda, themed “Turning the Corner.”

A tradition in Mexico and Central America that goes back more than 3,000 years, Día de los Muertos is an annual holiday that is now celebrated around the world.

Enjoy a beautiful evening at the historic Pasadena Playhouse as The Tournament of Roses® announces and coronates the Rose Queen® and officially presents the Royal Court.

Mansion Entertainment Group will be the presenting sponsor of the Grand Finale and showcase their landmark for exceptional entertainment, The Mansion Theatre For The Performing Arts in Branson, Missouri celebrating its 30th Anniversary.

Today, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association unveiled the official 2023 poster, which will be used for the 134th Rose Parade presented by Honda themed, “Turning The Corner.”

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association is thrilled to announce the 21 bands that will march into the New Year on January 2, 2023.