2025 Golf Classic to Foretell Tournament of Roses Parade Theme
PASADENA, CA – The 2025 Golf Classic, a key fundraising event for the Tournament of Roses, concluded today, revealing a crucial element in determining the 2025 Rose parade theme. This year’s tournament, held at Brookside Golf Club, provided the Tournament of Roses Foundation with vital funds and insights gleaned from participants, influencing the selection process for the iconic New Year’s Day celebration.
The Golf Classic isn’t merely a sporting event; it’s a meaningful financial driver and a sounding board for the organization responsible for America’s most beloved floral spectacle.Proceeds from the tournament directly support the Tournament of Roses’ mission to foster community, celebrate tradition, and promote the beauty of flowers. More importantly, feedback gathered from attendees and sponsors during the event contributes to the development of the parade theme, ensuring it resonates with a broad audience and reflects current cultural sentiments.
This year’s event saw participation from community leaders,sponsors,and Tournament of Roses volunteers. The funds raised will be allocated to various aspects of the parade’s production, including floral arrangements, band recruitment, and equestrian unit support. The 2025 Rose Parade theme will be officially announced later this year, building anticipation for the 136th annual event.
The Tournament of Roses Association, established in 1890, is a volunteer organization dedicated to creating the Rose parade and accompanying festivities. The parade draws an estimated 700,000 spectators to Pasadena each year and reaches a global audience of millions via television and online broadcasts. The Golf Classic represents one of the many fundraising initiatives that enable the organization to continue this tradition.