Overview
- The National Weather Service projects a near‑certain chance of rain during the procession, with possible lightning that could affect floats and open bleacher areas.
- The 137th Rose Parade starts at 8 a.m. PT along the 5.5‑mile route, likely becoming the first rainy parade since 2006.
- Pasadena and Tournament officials are enforcing a no‑umbrella policy, urging ponchos, staging tow trucks, and completing bleacher safety inspections.
- Early turnout appeared thinner as remote options expand, with broadcasts on ABC, NBC, CNN, FOX and Telemundo and a first‑ever TikTok LIVE stream of the parade.
- The event includes tributes to 2025 wildfire victims and survivors, featuring the “Rising Together” float and free grandstand tickets for affected residents.