Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase

No need to camp out in the cold to see the annual Rose Parade firsthand this New Year’s Day. Instead, watch the L.A. tradition from home and mosey on over to Sierra Madre and Washington Boulevards in Pasadena to view the floats post-parade, through January 3. Though the thick crowds can rival the parade itself, this is the best opportunity to view the floats close up. The stunning float showcase allows you to marvel at the intricate floral handiwork in person, from just a few feet away.