The Rose Parade
- January 1 · 7:00 AM
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The Rose Parade needs no introduction. It's one of those things you have to see before you die, in person (why watch it in TV if you live in SoCal?). This year's theme is about travel.
The parade starts at 8:00 and lasts 2 hr.
* Meeting point: The Walgreens located at corner of Colorado blvd. and Sierra Madre blvd. I chose this location because it's a good viewing spot and it's far away from the big crowds.
* Parking: anywhere you can, as close as you can. Come as early as you can. ** If you come late, you may not get a parking spot nearby or a viewing spot on the curb **. 700,000+ people attend the parade each year. Some even camp overnight to secure a spot.
* What to bring: What you would bring for an outdoors event (camping chair, cooler, drinks, snacks, jacket, hat/cup, sunglasses, camera, etc.) What not to bring: glass bottles
Any questions?
Parade info:
http://www.tournamentofroses.com/TheRoseParade.aspx#
Parade map:
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Beto
we're outside Walgreens right next to the traffic light. there's room in the curb and and on the streets to park.
January 1
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Karen
Beto, my friend & I drove the route tonight and unless you have spaces for a group saved, we don't think there will room to sit together as a group so we are just going to walk and wander. Happy 2013 and enjoy the parade!
December 31
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Beto
Metro's golden line is a great alternative to driving if you live West/SW of Pasadena. Take a look at the map to see if the route works for you: http://www.metro.net/riding/map...
The Allen ave. station is the closest to the meeting point. I'd be a long walk but less of a hassle than finding parking. Another option is to take the bus. There's a stop at the corner of Colorado & Sierra Madre.December 30
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Beto
The weather forecast is look great. Don't forget to bring warm clothes (jacket, hat, etc.). It's going to be chilly early in the morning: http://www.weather.com/weather/...
December 30
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Beto
FYI, I called the Vons. They'll be open but their parking lot will be closed to the public (other businesses will prob. do the same).
December 29
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Beto
The City of Pasadena won't give you a ticket if you park (legally) on the street between 2:00 and 6:00. There are also private parking lots but they'll be charging up to $30/day. Tuesday morning I'm going to post/email updates giving you my exact location, parking info, etc. But you guys shouldn't wait for my update. Like said, try to arrive as early as possible BEFORE 7:00.
December 28
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Karen
So, 7 am may not be early enough for parking & getting a spot? This is my 1st Rose Parade.
December 27
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Beto
we're meeting at 7:00. Get there much earlier so you can find parking. i'm planning to arrive by 6:00. That's prob. early enough for the location (I've been to the parade only once).
December 27
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Liz
I know that parking is hard to find on this day,
does anyone want to carpool? I live in Torrance...Thanks!
December 27
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