If you’re ready to get a jumpstart on Rose Parade celebrations, there are plenty of events in Pasadena that you can check out.
Float Preview
Decorating Places kicks off Thursday as the public can watch the final touched being added to the Rose Parade floats. That will take place at Rosemont Pavilion at 700 Seco Street. Thursday’s hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with last entry at 4 p.m. Hours on Friday and Saturday are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
BandFest
Bands that will be playing in Monday’s parade will also be performing in BandFest at Pasadena City College on Friday and Saturday.
Some of the bands performing include Pasadena City College Herald Trumpets, Pasadena City College Tournament of Roses Honor Band, and West Chester University Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band among others.
Friday’s show begins at 2:00 pm with a pre-show starting at 1:30 p.m. There will be two shows on Saturday – one at 10 a.m. with a preshow at 9:30 a.m. and another at 2:00 pm with a pre-show starting at 1:30 p.m.
Equestfest
Those interested in horses can check out Equestfest on Friday.
Candy Carlson with the Pasadena Tournament of Roses told KNX News’ Nataly Tavidian the event gives equestrians time to show off tricks that don’t make it into the parade.
“During the parade, they make 5.5 miles of just trotting down the road with a few tricks,” she said. “But during Equestfest, you get to see all of their amazing, shows that they do, whether it's roping or drill teams.”
The event will take place at 480 W. Riverside Dr. in Burbank, California. The gates open at 10 a.m. and the show starts 12:00-2:00pm.
Lululemon Run with the Roses 5K
Those looking to sprint into the New Year can participate in the Lululemon Run with the Roses 5K. The race kicks off at 11:59 p.m. on New Year’s Eve outside the Lululemon location on W Colorado Boulevard.
During the 5K, you’ll be able to go run along the Parade route.
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