With the Rose Parade just around the corner, Pasadena has announced enhanced safety guidelines for the upcoming New Year’s celebration.
Part of the umbrella Tournament of Roses celebration, the Rose Parade and its associated Rose Bowl is a 136-year tradition for the Los Angeles County city, drawing visitors from across the country. The theme of this year’s event is ‘Best Day Ever’. The committee selected the port icon and advocate for equality rights Billie Jean King as the grand marshal for the celebration.
“We will be everywhere and easy to find and see, but there will also be some invisibility,” said Police Chief Gene Harris. “So there will be plenty of us in places where you wouldn’t normally expect us.”
Thousands of people are expected to camp out along the parade route and spectators can claim their spot on the sidewalk from noon on New Year’s Eve. Colorado Boulevard will be closed to traffic at 10:00 PM on New Year’s Eve and will remain closed until 2:00 PM on January 1, 2025.
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The Rose Bowl Stadium parking lot will open at 4 a.m. on New Year’s Day. Pre-match activities begin at 1:00 PM with the match starting an hour later.
Authorities will enforce a zero-tolerance policy on alcohol, smoking, vaping and fireworks.
“So if you don’t come here just to have fun, have a good time and make sure others can do it, you’re probably going to encounter people in my department who are here for the express purpose of making this a safe event,” said Police Chief Gene Harris.
A full list of guidelines and restrictions is available on the city’s website.
