What Time Is the Rose Parade 2027? Start Time & Route
The 138th Rose Parade starts at 8:00 AM PT (11:00 AM ET) on Friday, January 1, 2027, in Pasadena, California. It runs about two hours along Colorado Boulevard, ending around 10:00 AM PT. The 2027 theme is “Welcome.”
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So what time is the Rose Parade where you live? Find your time zone below.
Rose Parade 2027 Start Time by Time Zone
| Location | Start time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific (PT) | 8:00 AM | Fri, Jan 1 |
| Mountain (MT) | 9:00 AM | Fri, Jan 1 |
| Central (CT) | 10:00 AM | Fri, Jan 1 |
| Eastern (ET) | 11:00 AM | Fri, Jan 1 |
| Alaska (AKST) | 7:00 AM | Fri, Jan 1 |
| Hawaii (HST) | 6:00 AM | Fri, Jan 1 |
| Mexico City, Costa Rica | 10:00 AM | Fri, Jan 1 |
| United Kingdom (GMT) | 4:00 PM | Fri, Jan 1 |
| Germany, France (CET) | 5:00 PM | Fri, Jan 1 |
| Japan (JST) | 1:00 AM | Sat, Jan 2 |
Canada follows the matching US zone: Vancouver uses PT and Toronto uses ET.
Rose Parade Day Schedule
| Time (PT) | What happens |
|---|---|
| 10:00 PM, Dec 31 | Colorado Boulevard closes to traffic; overnight campers can stay behind the line |
| 6:30 to 7:00 AM | Grandstand ticket holders should be seated |
| 8:00 AM | Parade starts on Colorado Boulevard |
| About 10:00 AM | Parade ends |
| Jan 1 to 3 | Floatfest: floats on display after the parade |
Rose Parade Route
The 5.5-mile route starts at Green Street and Orange Grove Boulevard, turns east onto Colorado Boulevard, then north on Sierra Madre Boulevard to Villa Street. Floats are covered entirely in flowers and natural materials. 21 marching bands take part in 2027, including bands from Costa Rica, Japan and Mexico.
How Long Is the Rose Parade?
The parade lasts about two hours, from 8:00 AM to around 10:00 AM PT. TV coverage usually starts a little earlier with pre-parade shows.
What Channel Is the Rose Parade On?
Several US networks air the Rose Parade live each year, including ABC and NBC. Check your local listings for the 2027 lineup and pre-show times.
Rose Parade FAQ
What time does the Rose Parade end?
The Rose Parade usually ends around 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET), about two hours after it starts.
What time is the Rose Parade on the East Coast?
The parade starts at 11:00 AM ET on Friday, January 1, 2027.
What is the 2027 Rose Parade theme?
The theme of the 138th Rose Parade is Welcome, celebrating the joy of belonging.
Is the Rose Parade on January 1 or January 2 in 2027?
January 1. The parade moves to January 2 only when New Year’s Day falls on a Sunday. In 2027, January 1 is a Friday.
When do streets close for the Rose Parade?
Colorado Boulevard closes to traffic at 10:00 PM PT on December 31, 2026, and reopens around 2:00 PM PT on January 1.
Is the Rose Bowl Game on the same day?
Yes. The 113th Rose Bowl Game, a College Football Playoff quarterfinal, is played later on January 1, 2027, at the Rose Bowl stadium in Pasadena.
So, what time is the Rose Parade? It starts at 8:00 AM PT (11:00 AM ET) on Friday, January 1, 2027. The night before, see the ball drop time.
Last updated November 2, 2026, by WTIT Time Desk. Times checked against the Pasadena Tournament of Roses.
