On The Road With Rotary in 2025
2025 Winner - Tournament Volunteer Award
Most Outstanding Floral Presentation for a float under 35 feet in length.
Decorate the 2025 float
Dedicate a Rose
Rose Dedications
Marti Rosenberg for Brett Morey - Dear friend and inspiration
Marti Rosenberg for Adam and Marti Rosenberg - 43 years of marriage
Marti Rosenberg for Adam Rosenberg - Love of my life
Miriam Keener for Wayne Manzione - Service Above Self, always
Miriam Keener for Sue Longson - Service Above Self, always
Miriam Keener for Ken and Helen Englehart - For your lifetime support of Rotary
Susan Brasel for Teri Benavidez - Thanks for your ongoing support
Susan Brasel for Honorable Judge Rosie Speedlin Gonzalez - Thanks for your ongoing support
Susan Brasel for Dr Stacy Speedlin Gonzalez - Thanks for your ongoing support
Randy Rascati for Ray Bushnell - Great working with you on the Float Committee.
Randy Rascati for Myra Allen - Great working with you on the Float Committee.
Randy Rascati for Raghada Khoury - Great working with you on the Float Committee.
Charlotte M. Leas for Edward M. Paltani - Love you forever.
Charlotte M. Leas for Richard J. Leas - Love you forever.
Charlotte M. Leas for Fred J. Leas - Love you forever.
Sophie Uplinger for Celia "Sally" Perez - In love & honor of my beautiful mommy
Sophie Uplinger for Celia "Sally" Perez - In love & honor of my beautiful mommy
Pamela Crawford for Jeff Ehlers - My twin...wish we had done life together
Pamela Crawford for Larry Ehlers - Thanks for always believing in me, Dad
Pamela Crawford for Judy Ehlers - Miss you, mom...and you are my guardian angel
Dyan Blozan for Loretta Beatty - Miss you, Nana!
Dyan Blozan for John Butts - We miss you, Papa John!
Dyan Blozan for Loretta Butts - Thanks for the experience, Mom!
Douglas Taylor for LaDonna Hatch - A warm, friendly soul dedicated to her family and sorely missed.
Darrin Hallman for Brent Naegle
Darrin Hallman for Heidi Hallman
Darrin Hallman for Rachael Thomas
Debra K. Longacre for Elizabeth White - Strength and prayers
Debra K. Longacre for Berta Lestar - Love and friendship
Debra K. Longacre for Rodrigo Ross - Thoughts & prayers for your Father
Brett Morey for Brett and Karla - Come visit us at the Morey de Prieto Surf Ranch
Brett Morey for Joanne Morey and Jerry Lord - We love you Mom and Jerry
Brett Morey for Marcelino and Maria Prieto - We love you Papa y Mama
Douglas Taylor for PDG Michael Procter - A wonderful Rotarian and friend sorely missed.
Douglas Taylor for Rotarian Sandy Marron - A wonderful Rotarian and friend sorely missed.
Douglas Taylor for PDG John Enger - A wonderful Rotarian and friend sorely missed.
Kay Pitts - In memory of the greatest companion DG Sherry Sim could have, her dog Riley.
Gerald Paulus for Elizabeth A
Gerald Paulus for Marie A Paulus
Gerald Paulus for Gerald E. Paulus
Randy Pote for PDG Talee Crowe - Thank you for your leadership and especially, friendship!!
To Lisa Scaglione for our continuing gift of quilts
Jennifer Strong - Rotary and all of Lake County
Randy Pote for Dolly Tucker - Thanks for everything!!
Randy Pote for Carol Schull - Thanks for everything!!
Brenda Cressey - To my good friend and awesome human being - Randy Pote.
Randy Pote for Mina Charn Elliott - Family missing you.
Marlene Watts for Carol Mason - In Memory of Carol Mason, District 7430
Donna J Brown for Clarence and Pauline Wasser - To the best parents in heaven.
Glenn Fong for Elise Fong - In loving memory of the greatest wife, friend, mother and Rotary Governor spouse!
Janice Kurth for Joanne Hall Pavey - Mom loved the Rose Parade and the Floats. This is in honor of her beautiful life of 86 years.
Lucinda De Mint for Rotary Float Donation
Jacqueline McPheeters for Mac - In memory of my husband, Mac
Cheryl Vonhoff for Peter Haurykiewicz
Cheryl Vonhoff for Lorraine Vonhoff
Cheryl Vonhoff for Frank Vonhoff
Phil Lusher for Larry and Vicky Skaggs
Phil Lusher for Hilda Lusher
Phil Lusher for Beryl Beveridge
Randy T. Pote for Hugh & Charlotte Pote, Cyndi Pote Willey - Love and miss you three.
Randy T. Pote for Beth Anderson Pote - The float started it all.
Randy T. Pote for The World Class Governor classmates of mine.
Randy T. Pote for Joyce Helmer and Debbie Longacre - The happiest of recent birthdays!!
Steven Henderson for All my family members - Love you all.
Steven Henderson for All military service - Thank you for your service and dedication.
Steven Henderson for All first responders - Thank you for your service and dedication.
Dorothy Labahn for Doroty Q. Hull
Dorothy Labahn for Charles Hull
Dorothy Labahn for Patricia Medina Jungels
Jill Mair for Keagan Martin - Love, Aunt Jill
Jill Mair for Camryn Fultcher - Love, Aunt Jill
Jill Mair for Mikaela Martin - Love, Aunt Jill
Suellan Christian for James Christian
Suellan Christian for Phyllis Christian
Suellan Christian for All Veterans
Bruce Quinn for Hannah Quinn - My "little miss sunshine"
Stephanie Urchick - President, Rotary International
Dear Rotary Family,
As the President of Rotary International, I am thrilled to express my wholehearted support for the 2025 Rotary Rose Parade Float.
Our organization’s theme for 2025, “Magic of Rotary – the float theme is “On the Road with Rotary,” perfectly embodies the essence of our global mission. It is a joy to see this theme come to life through the vibrant and captivating design of our parade float.
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The Rotary Rose Parade Float serves as a powerful representation of the work we do globally to bring positive change and uplift communities. Rotary’s impact knows no bounds, as we tirelessly address issues such as education, health, water and sanitation, peacebuilding, and economic development.
By participating in the Tournament of Roses Parade, we have a remarkable opportunity to showcase the reach and significance of Rotary’s worldwide efforts. The float acts as a testament to the boundless possibilities that arise when Rotarians come together with a shared vision of service.
Thank you for your ongoing dedication to Rotary’s mission. Together, through initiatives like the Rotary Rose Parade Float, we continue to create magic, bringing hope and inspiration to communities worldwide.
Yours in Rotary,
Stephanie A. Urchick
2025/26 - Rotary's Message
Rotary International President-elect Mário César Martins de Camargo calls us to Unite for Good. By using the power of human connection to welcome new members, collaborate on service projects, and build our global impact, Rotary members create positive change.
Larry Skaggs: Chairman, 2026 Rotary Float Committee
Welcome to the official website of the Rotary Rose Parade Float Committee (RRPFC), showcasing our entry in the highly anticipated 2026 Tournament of Roses® parade!
I am extremely proud to have been selected as the Chair of the committee for this year’s float. Our group of Rotarians, volunteers, and community supporters have already begun the initial work of creating an awe-inspiring float that embodies Rotary’s core values. This year-long endeavor involves countless hours of planning, fund-raising, organizing, and promotion, plus more than 6,400 volunteer hours decorating our float.
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Welcome to the official website of the Rotary Rose Parade Float Committee (RRPFC), showcasing our entry in the highly anticipated 2026 Tournament of Roses® parade!
I am extremely proud to have been selected as the Chair of the committee for this year’s float. Our group of Rotarians, volunteers, and community supporters have already begun the initial work of creating an awe-inspiring float that embodies Rotary’s core values. This year-long endeavor involves countless hours of planning, fund-raising, organizing, and promotion, plus more than 6,400 volunteer hours decorating our float.
The theme for the 2026 Tournament of Roses® parade is “The Magic in Teamwork.” Our float design is “still on the drawing board.” But stay tuned… we will announce our 2026 theme shortly. I can’t tell you any more right now, but it will be BIGGER and more BEAUTIFUL than ever…
Rotary’s founder, Paul Harris stated, “In the promotion of Rotary, it is important to reach large numbers of people, and you cannot do that privately.” The Tournament of Roses® parade provides an incredible opportunity for us to share our message of “Service Above Self” with millions of viewers around the world. We believe in the power of action and the strength provided by our global network. Through this float, we aim to showcase the transformative impact of Rotary, both locally and around the world.
Whether you are a member of the Rotary family, a potential sponsor, a media representative, or simply an enthusiast of the Tournament of Roses® parade and its cherished traditions, we thank you for joining us on this exciting journey. We encourage you to stay connected with us through our website and also follow us on social media, where you will find a wealth of information about both Rotary and our float, it’s design, and the incredible individuals involved in bringing it to life. Discover the history of Rotary’s participation in the parade, learn about the vital causes Rotary supports, and find out how you can get involved.
As we begin our 46th year, we are excited to be recognized as the largest public image project promoting Rotary to the world. On behalf of the entire Rotary Rose Parade Float Committee, we look forward to sharing the beauty, inspiration, and impact of our float with the world in 2026.
Let’s all discover the “magic in teamwork,” as we work together to make a difference in the world.
Thanks…
Larry Skaggs
Rotary Rose Parade Float Committee, Inc.
P.O. Box 92502
Pasadena, CA 91109-2502
[email protected]
Ambassador Program
Become part of an exciting collaborative effort! As an ambassador, you will join fellow Rotarians in designing and creating a float that showcases Rotary’s core values of service, fellowship, and community. Your role will be essential in rallying support for the float by encouraging others to contribute financially or volunteer their time, helping to ensure the success of our 2026 float.
Float Decorating
Decorating the Rotary Rose Parade Float is a joyful and unforgettable experience filled with teamwork, creativity, and community spirit. Volunteers of all ages come together to bring the stunning design to life, carefully placing vibrant flowers, seeds, and natural materials to create a breathtaking masterpiece. It’s a chance to make new friends, contribute to a meaningful cause, and take part in a cherished tradition that brings smiles to millions on New Year’s Day!
Ride on the Float
Riding on the Rotary Rose Parade Float is a thrilling and unforgettable experience, filled with excitement, pride, and pure joy. As the float glides down Pasadena’s iconic parade route, riders wave to cheering crowds and soak in the energy of the moment. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to represent Rotary, celebrate its impact, and be part of a beloved New Year’s tradition that brings smiles to millions watching in person and around the world!
President's Summit
Each year the Rotary Rose Parade Float Committee hosts the International Service Club President’s Summit during the last week before the Tournament of Roses Parade.
Shop
Purchase your official Rotary Rose Parade Float Committee gear here!
Float History
This first Tournament of Roses experience lead to the formation of the Rotary Rose Parade Float Committee which now receives contributions each year from approximately 8 Rotary Districts and an additional 700 Individual Rotary Clubs to fund the float. The Committee has entered a float every year since 1980.
2025 Rotary Float Theme
The theme for the 2025 Tournament of Roses Parade is “Best Day Ever,” and our Rotary International theme is “Magic of Rotary – our Float Theme 2025 – On the Road with Rotary.”
2025 Winner – Tournament Volunteer Award, Most Outstanding Floral Presentation for a float under 35 feet in length.
Tournament of Roses Theme
PASADENA, Calif. (Feb. 4, 2025) – Today, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses newly installed President Mark Leavens, announced the 2026 theme, “The Magic in Teamwork.” The theme celebrates the sense of accomplishment in knowing that by working together, we can collectively achieve outcomes so much richer than we can ever experience as individuals.
The 2026 theme poster honors the organizations, agencies and community partners that make America’s New Year Celebration possible. Embroidered team patches from public safety partners, service organizations, and other parade participants reflect the teamwork demonstrated in working toward a common goal, to overcome challenges and produce amazing results. The poster embodies “The Magic in Teamwork”—not just in grand achievements, but in everyday moments of support, encouragement and shared success.
Sponsoring Rotary Districts
The Rotary Rose Parade Float Committee very much appreciates our Sponsoring Rotary Districts.
Public Meeting Every Thursday
Every Thursday the RRPFC holds a short Video Meeting for the public to join and ask us questions about the Float and our promotion of Rotary. It starts at 10:00am Pacific Time and ends at 10:20 am or until questions are answered. THANKS FOR ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT!!
2025 Float Riders and Outwalkers
Larry Skaggs, Chair, 2026 Float
Rotary Rose Parade Float Committee, Inc.
P.O. Box 92502
Pasadena, CA 91109-2502
[email protected]
Float Builder
Phoenix Decorating Company
Our Sponsors
Foothill Credit Union
Mason & Associates, Inc.
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Surfers Unite Rotarian Fellowship
Crestview Cadillac
Rotary Club of Arcadia
Rotary Club of
Morinville Sturgeon
Alberta, Canada
Rotary Club of Perkasie
