2026 Rose Parade live coverage: A ‘Magic’-al, but wet, day at the 137th parade

For the 137th time, Pasadena, California, the San Gabriel Valley city 10 miles northeast from downtown Los Angeles, is hosting the Rose Parade. This year, though, for the first time in 20 years, it’s raining on the parade. Still, the extravaganza of marching bands, floats, flowers, performers, waves and smiles, marks a new beginning, a new year – rain or shine.

Also see: Our complete guide to the Rose Parade

Things to know about this year’s parade:

• Starting around 8 a.m. local time...