Does your family want a sneak peak of the 2009 Tournament of Roses Parade? If you are in Southern California this week and are looking for something fun to do-look no further!! You can experience the magic of the Rose Parade before New Year’s Day.

There are four locations in the Pasadena general area where you can take a close up look at the majestic floats in their final stages. You will be able to see what it takes to put together a float and watch as volunteers apply the finishing touches to the breathtaking floats.

I’m planning on taking the kiddos to catch a glimpse. I hope to see you there!!!

Admission: $7 for any two visits, children 3 and under are free. Advance tickets are available through Sharp Seating Company at (626) 795-4171

There are two Locations at the Rose Bowl Stadium:

You will see a variety of fruit, seeds, bark, grasses and of course, breathtaking flowers being applied to the floats by hard working volunteers as well as experienced professionals.

Located at the Rose Bowl Stadium:

• Rosemont Pavilion
  700 Seco St., Pasadena
• Brookside Pavilion (accessible to mobility-impaired viewers)
  Lot I – South side of Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena

  Schedule:
  December 28 and 29: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  December 30: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  December 31: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Located in Pasadena:

• Rose Palace
  835 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena

  Schedule:
  December 28, 29 and 30: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  December 31: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Located in Irwindale:

• Irwindale Pavillion
  Exit from the 210 Freeway at Irwindale or travel north on Irwindale and follow event signs.

  Schedule:
  December 28 and 29: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  December 30: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  December 31: Not open for Public Viewing