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The Tournament of Roses Parade - No Host

January 1 · 7:00 AM
Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association

Who will brave the early morning cold and come out to witness the granddaddy event of 2013? If you are brave, or crazy enough, who wants to take the plunge into the crowds? If you do, you will be rewarded with an experience that comes but once a year, seen around the globe and witness an All-American tradition. It's the Rose Parade!

I'll be going early to the staging area to capture the pre-parade activities. Can you say early bird?

If you can't get up that early, you can always catch the floats along the parade route or at the end of the parade. Whichever option you choose, be prepared for crowds. The location where we will meet will be emailed later. Be prepared to use a zoom, as this is a dynamic, constantly moving event. Be prepared for anything. If you plan on moving around, dress for warmth and comfort, and wear good walking shoes. If you plan on buying a ticket at one of the many grand stands, prepare to pay at least $100. Parking? Along the parade route you will need to be prepared to pay up to 5 times the normal price, if you're lucky!

Here's a sneak peak of one float:

More info:

http://www.tournamentofroses.com/TheRoseParade/TheParade/ThemeGeneralInformation.aspx

As parking is expensive, I would strongly suggest taking the Metro Gold line down to the Holly St station. It is only a couple of short blocks to Colorado Blvd.

UPDATE (12.27.12)

Here is a link for parking in Pasadena for the day of the parade in case anyone is planning to go by car: http://southpasadena.patch.com/articles/rose-parade-parking-all-you-need-to-know?ncid=newsltuspatc00000001

I also read that there will be a parking citation moratorium for those cars that are legally parked and stay overnight until January 2. Please read the link for further details.

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Noel R

Hi everyone! Happy new year to all! I didnt sign up for this meetup and I wasn't able to go to the parade, but I went to the float and display to shoot the floats. Would it be ok to share some pics here? All the pics are up on my FB...
https://www.facebook.com/media/s...

0 · January 6
- Anna
  
  Hello Noel, yes, you are welcome to post the images here, do you have an access to this feature or do I need to change something in the settings, since you have not attended this event. Just let me know. Thank you Anna
  
  1 · January 7
- Noel R
  
  Thanks Anna!
  
  0 · January 7
Molly

Had a good time, but I wish I could have met up with everyone!

0 · January 1
Ruth

of course, i missed you guys again. Ii was by the corners of Delmar & Colorado and managed to get my shots. That was a cool experience! Thank you Eric & Anna for organizing this event!

0 · January 1
- Eric
  
  Sorry we missed you, Ruth. I'm glad you were able to get your shots, though, and hope to see them soon.
  
  0 · January 1
Deb Olsen

wow

0 · January 1
A former member

The parade arrived on schedule at our post offering several choice subjects to shoot.

0 · January 1
Miguel

Anybody up for wanting to get together for some lunch?

0 · January 1
- Eric
  
  Hi Miguel, sorry I can't join you. Happy New Years!
  
  0 · January 1
Hamayak

Hi, I wish you very Happy Happy New Year and lots of fun shooting the Rose PArade,sorry guys,im not much of a Rose Parade fan,im heading tords Las Vegas for night shoot of strip, i have nevr shot there befor.

0 · January 1
Anna

Drinking coffee with Bill. Anyone else is joining us here? We will stay at my apt until 8.45-9am and then head to the corner of Colorado and Holliston.

1 · January 1
- Miguel
  
  I'm running late but I may try and meet up with the group on the corner of holliston and colorado
  
  0 · January 1
frank vidrio

On madison and Colorado

0 · January 1
Eric

Security is tight. No pass, no entry within a block of orange grove. If you're trying for a closer location, I suggest going further south of Colorado.

0 · January 1
- Eric
  
  Or heading straight for Colorado.
  
  0 · January 1
frank vidrio

I am taking the gold line from union station anyone else

0 · January 1
- Eric
  
  I'm on green street heading towards orange grove.
  
  0 · January 1
Anna

Hey guys, I meant to offer this earlier, but live a block away from Colorado, on Holliston. Sometime ago Erik and I was talking of using my space for this event, as holding. I live on Holliston? What do you guys think?

0 · December 27
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- henry neves
  
  Anna, we can have a new year eve party first before the tournament if everyone bring something to your place .
  
  0 · December 27
- Sabrina
  
  thank you Anna that's nice of you. Looking forward seeing you :)
  
  0 · December 27
- Sabah Adlai
  
  You are awesome Ann, looking forward to meet you, I will keep my eyes on my inbox for details.Thanks in advance
  
  0 · December 27
- henry neves
  
  Anna, what time can we show up at your door on the 1st ?
  
  0 · December 29
- Anna
  
  Henry, what time are you thinking?
  
  0 · December 30
- henry neves
  
  Anna, I thniking may be a little new year get together first with something to eat and a drink be nice to each other before we all walk to Cororado Blvd to photograph the parade and people .The Parade starts at 8am , may be we can starts around 6am because most people still need to find parking first and walk to your place, what do you think.
  
  0 · December 30
- Anna
  
  Sure, 6 am sounds great. I just want to mention that I am NOT near the first set location(Norton Museum), but little bit down east on Colorado, but on a bright side there might be more parking in my area. I do have to mention that I have a roommate, who most likely will be sleeping in her room. I will have ready coffee and tea for everyone, so if you can bring something as a morning snack, feel free.
  
  0 · December 30
- Eric
  
  It starts at 8 am on the corner of Orange Grove and Colorado. I think you will not see the parade over in your place before 9.
  
  0 · December 30
- henry neves
  
  Anna, I am going to the Orange Grove and Colorado spot first ,will try to catch up with you later on after 9am some time.
  
  1 · December 31
- Deb Olsen
  
  i am going to range grove first too but I would like t meet everyone. someone suggested lunch what do you think?
  
  0 · December 31
- Deb Olsen
  
  Orange Grove lol
  
  0 · December 31
Sabah Adlai

Teresa, do you mean I couldn't see the float at the Rose Bowel tomorrow,Dec 31,2012,please advise!

0 · December 30
- Eric
  
  Sabah, the parade doesn't start until the 1st. But I do believe that Frank has posted another event that provides info on where to catch some floats before the parade.
  
  0 · December 30
- Teresa G
  
  Burbank's float was built in Burbank and will be driven over to Pasadena later tonight (12/31/12).
  The 2nd judging will take place today around 1:45 pm at 123 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91502. (S Flower & Olive Ave) Park in the Burbank Metrolink station parking lot and walk over to see the float.
  Or you can wait and see the float in the parade or on display after in Pasadena or when it is returned to Burbank and put on display at Olive & Glenoaks across from the Central Library.
  Enjoy ~
  Burbank's website: http://www.burbankros...
  
  0 · December 31
Aaron G. K. Chang

There are two Pasadena locations where you can purchase tickets to see the final construction of floats: 700 Seco St (across from Rosé Bowl) and 835 S. Raymond Avenue (a couple of blocks south of California near Huntington Memorial Hospital). Cost is $10 to see floats in two buildings and a large tent. You will see about 35 floats and several vintage vehicles. For more info, see www.tournamentofroses.com.

0 · December 31
Teresa G

Make sure to catch the float from the City of Burbank called "Deep Sea Adventures". I've been working on that float for the last week. =)) And yes, I have pictures :D

1 · December 30
Aaron G. K. Chang

Hope to catch up with folks some time during the day; have a ticket for a seat and will be up early for parking.

0 · December 29
Jean B

I haven't signed up for the event but I'll be at the end, by Sierra Madre and Orange Grove, with my daughter and parents. Remember if you go that way you don't have to get there so early and there is usually street parking in the Hastings Ranch area ~1 mile away.

0 · December 28
- Eric
  
  It's a no host event, Jean, so it's OK. You can shoot it wherever you want to be. Just have some fun with it.
  
  0 · December 28
Anna

there is no extra parking in my building, there is a Union street next door, that usually have parking space, but this day it might be packed, so as Eric suggesting, you can park at the at the parking lot by the golden metro.

0 · December 28
Ruth

Ok, so I think I ran into some of you at the last meetup but it was dark and I don't see too well at night (lol). Thank God this one will be a day shoot. I know this event will have a smorgasboard of stuff to shoot, but I'd really love to meet at least a few of you and shake your hand. Yep, i may look like a tourist with my camera around my neck, but I don't bite. Thanks :)

0 · December 27
- Eric
  
  Hi Ruth, which event did you join us at? I don't bite either. I will be sending an email to those on the RSVP the day before so keep your eyes on your inbox for more details if you care to join us. Hope to see you there!
  
  0 · December 27
- Ruth
  
  My very first event with this group was from 2 weeks ago at the Naples Boat Parade. I'd love to get there as early as I can and join you all before the shoot!
  
  0 · December 27
Eric

There's an update on parking I just posted. Please read it for your information.

0 · December 27
henry neves

May be some one live near by Colorado Blvd can/willing to let us use his or her place as a 'home base ' meet over there first [early hours] before the event start. Anyone ?

0 · December 26
Ro

Is anyone planning to carpool together?

0 · December 19
- Eric
  
  Hi Ro, I will be taking the train down. I will also be sending an email put to anyone planning to get there early. Our final meeting point will be shared then.
  
  0 · December 19