The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® is unveiling another round of floral wonder with its fifth Sneak Peek of the 2026 Rose Parade® presented by Honda. This preview features five imaginative entries from City of Alhambra, City of Hope, Kiwanis International, Lutheran Hour Ministries and Odd Fellows & Rebekahs.
On January 1, 2026, millions around the world will experience these breathtaking works of art during the 137th Rose Parade, themed “The Magic in Teamwork.”
City of Alhambra – “Bee Magical Together”
Float builder: Phoenix Decorating Co.
Celebrating its 97th year in the Rose Parade, the City of Alhambra’s 2026 float, “Bee Magical Together,” buzzes with community spirit and creativity. Inspired by eighth-grader Nok Han Lee of Baldwin Elementary, this whimsical design highlights Alhambra’s teamwork, culture, and diversity.
A giant animated bee hovers over a vibrant garden filled with Southern California blooms, joined by two smaller bees symbolizing cooperation and growth. The float’s rich floral palette includes pink carnations, lavender mums, navy beans, fine-ground rice, silverleaf, kumquat slices, yellow mums, and purple statice.
Honoring “The Magic in Teamwork,” the float reminds viewers that when communities work “bee-magically” together, they blossom brighter than ever.
City of Hope – “Overcoming Cancer and Diabetes Together”
Float builder: Phoenix Decorating Company
City of Hope’s inspiring entry, “Overcoming Cancer and Diabetes Together,” celebrates teamwork in healing, research, and compassionate care. The float features a serene garden anchored by a 20-foot fountain spelling out HOPE, surrounded by peacocks, butterflies, koi ponds, and lush greenery.
Floral elements include statice, silverleaf, lavender mums, split peas, yellow sweet peas, lentils, parsley flakes, and more. Shades of blue, purple, and white honor patients and families who face serious illness with courage.
A six-time float award winner, City of Hope marks its 52nd Rose Parade appearance.
Kiwanis International – “Happy Together”
Float builder: Phoenix Decorating Company
For its 44th Rose Parade appearance, Kiwanis International presents “Happy Together,” a cheerful float featuring a playful hippo family splashing in a sparkling pond. This joyful scene highlights Kiwanis’ global mission of serving children and uplifting communities.
The float blends statice, lavender mums, cattails, strawflower, yellow mums, blue iris, carnations, evergreens, roses, and springeri ferns for a vibrant, textured landscape.
Under the theme “The Magic in Teamwork,” Kiwanis reminds viewers that kindness and service help families and communities thrive.
Lutheran Hour Ministries – “Bringing Christ To The Nations”
Float builder: Phoenix Decorating Company
Celebrating 75 years in the Rose Parade, Lutheran Hour Ministries presents “Bringing Christ to the Nations.” The float features the Team Jesus Blimp soaring above the clouds with a beautiful Lutheran church below, symbolizing faith, welcome, and fellowship.
The floral landscape will include seasonal flowers, seeds, grains, and natural botanicals traditionally used in Rose Parade floats. Their Float Committee partners with Petal Pushers®, a volunteer network of 4,000–5,000 decorators across the U.S. and Canada.
This year, volunteers will support the Lutheran Hour float and up to nine additional entries.
Odd Fellows & Rebekahs – “Together We Grow”
Float builder: Phoenix Decorating Company
Odd Fellows and Rebekahs return with “Together We Grow,” a heartwarming animated garden scene featuring cheerful animals—including a raccoon, fox, and rabbits—working together to nurture a communal garden. Each creature represents truth, love, harmony, and growth.
Materials include strawflower, split peas, white rice, crushed walnut shells, coffee, parsley flakes, moss, roses, carnations, and yellow mums.
The float radiates warmth, hope, and the power of community care.
With each Sneak Peek, the excitement builds toward January 1, when millions worldwide will witness the floral wonder of the 137th Rose Parade® and the 112th Rose Bowl Game®.
Stay tuned—the floral magic continues to unfold!
