2027 Tournament of Roses
December 2026–January 2027 Pasadena, CA.
🌹 HISTORY BLOOMS WITH PRIDE 🌹
We’re thrilled to invite you to a momentous virtual event that will change the landscape of LGBTQ+ visibility in one of America’s most iconic traditions!
THE BUDDING: OFFICIAL LAUNCH EVENT
- Sunday, May 25th, 2025
- 10:00 AM PT / 1:00 PM ET to 11:30 AM PT / 2:30 PM ET
- Zoom Event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81739441782?pwd=OuAjEexQXAY1yxqpF1r18OKa1gTilx.1
For the first time in its 138-year history, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association will feature a composite LGBTQ+ band from Pride Bands Alliance! This groundbreaking partnership coincides with the first openly LGBTQ+ gay male president of the Tournament of Roses Association.
DURING THIS LAUNCH EVENT, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
- The historic significance of this unprecedented partnership
- Details about performing in the 5½-mile parade watched by over 50 million viewers
- Exciting performance opportunities at Bandfest and Disneyland
- Estimated costs and payment plans
- How your band can participate in this life-changing week in Pasadena
- Ways to volunteer and support this milestone event
WHY THIS MATTERS:
This isn’t just a parade—it’s a powerful statement of pride, visibility, and representation on one of the world’s biggest stages. Together, we’ll showcase the incredible talent of LGBTQ+ and ally musicians while making history on New Year’s Day 2027.
SAVE THE DATE:
Mark your calendars for May 25th, 2025, and be among the first to learn how you can be part of this historic journey that will bloom into an unforgettable experience!
Tentative Schedule - Not Finalized
This is a high level overview of the schedule and is not finalized. More details to come.
December 27
Arrivals
- Individual Arrivals
December 28
Rehearsals
- Rehearsals
- Float Build/Decoration
- Evening Social Activity
December 29
Rehearsals/Disneyland
- Morning Rehearsals
- Disneyland Performance
- Disneyland
December 30
Bandfest
- Performance
- Rose Bowl Photo
- Evening Social Activity
December 31
Rehearsals
- Rehearsals
- Evening Social Activity
January 1
Parade/Departures
- PToR Parade
- Early Depatures
January 2
Departures
- Disperse
Registration Coming Soon
Final touches are still be finalized. Check back later for more details.
Leadership Team
Special Events Committee
- David Doan, President & Event Lead
- Courtney von Bergen, Director
- Charles Roth
- Marita Begley
- Denny Richard, Treasurer
Band Director
Coming Soon!
Applications for Artistic Director will be coming soon. Watch for a special announcement and application process.
Volunteers
Join our 2026-2027 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Task Force
- Pride Bands Alliance seeks 18-27 dedicated volunteers
- Be part of this historic opportunity representing LGBTQ+ bands
- Multiple teams available to match your skills and interests
- Flexible time commitments available
Frequently Asked Questions
Coming Soon!
Registration
Affiliate Membership
Age Limit
Safety
Payment
Scholarships
Refunds
Logistics
Travel
Hotel
Food/Meals
Uniform
Instruments
Nightlife
If you have any questions, please contact events@pridebands.org. We look forward to seeing you in Pasadena, CA!
Participation Agreement
- I understand that all travel and lodging is at my own expense.
- I understand that I must attend all rehearsals in their entirety in order to perform in the parade.
- I understand that I must abide by all dress code requirements for the parade as determined by Pride Bands Alliance and/or parade organizers.
- I understand that this event will require everyone’s flexibility and cooperation. If my behavior is viewed as disruptive by the Pride Bands Board and/or parade organizers, I may be removed from the event without refund.
- I understand that if large instruments, i.e. sousaphones or percussion are rented, I will incur the rental fee personally. I also understand that if an instrument cannot be borrowed or rented, I will need to bring my own in order to participate.
- I understand that we will be outside in the heat for several hours prior and during the parade, and that we will walk as much as 2 miles. All participants will carry their own instruments or equipment.
- I understand that I participate in this event at my own risk, and will not hold Pride Bands Alliance, its leadership, its members or participants responsible for any injury or expense incurred by me related to this event. I also understand that should my behavior or participation in this activity expose Pride Bands Alliance, its leadership or its participant to claims for damages of any kind, I will hold them harmless and indemnify them.
