Kathy Akkerman’s jacket shows the Rose Bowl patch she will be wearing in the 2026 Rose Parade. The college football bowl season kicks into full swing on Thursday, January 1, as we ring in the new year ...

Rain won't stop proceedings as the Tournament of Roses forges ahead with the New Year's Day tradition Thursday — its first wet parade in two decades. The annual presentation of flora is celebrating ...

The parade's theme was "The Magic in Teamwork." Members of the "Golden Bears" band from Osaka, Japan, wave to the crowd along the parade route. Ronaldo Bolaños / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images ...

On Jan. 1 2025, the streets of Pasadena were once again filled with hope and delight, as the Rose Parade marched along under its jubilant theme, “Best Day Ever.” Mere days later, the worst days ever ...

Terry Madigan has held a role in nearly every aspect of the Tournament of Roses, an organization he has volunteered with going back 33 years. He’s led the host, judging, parade operations and special ...

Despite a historic downpour and a few more empty seats than usual, the 137th Rose Parade pressed forward in the soggy air on Thursday, featuring marching bands, float riders, a Rose Court donning ...