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137th Rose Parade soaked in 2026 New Year’s Day storm: photos

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Joe Burn
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Jan 1, 2026

Mother Nature crashed the Rose Parade in Pasadena.

The storied Rose Parade got absolutely drenched Thursday in a New Year’s Day storm. Up to two inches of rain pelted the 137th edition of the iconic parade.

Marching bands slogged through puddles. Elaborate floats were blasted in the deluge. And onlookers grimaced through rain ponchos.

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Princess Cruises’ Star Princess float. AP

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A drummer’s face paint runs in the rain at the 2026 Rose Parade. AP

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A crowd of poncho-clad spectators watches the 137th Rose Parade.
A crowd of poncho-clad spectators watches the 137th Rose Parade. AP

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Alexandra Rios, Monica Crispis, and Lileigh Rios sit in the grandstands awaiting the start of the 137th Rose Parade. Los Angeles Times via Getty Images

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Rebecca Romijn, Karim Diane, George Takei and Tig Notaro attend the “Star Trek” 60th Anniversary Rose Parade. Getty Images for Paramount+

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A rainbow of poncho-wearing onlookers braved the rain. Los Angeles Times via Getty Images

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Sombreros make for great rain protection at the Rose Parade. Los Angeles Times via Getty Images

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Marching band performers huddled together in ponchos. Los Angeles Times via Getty Images

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Eaton Fire survivors (Center L to R) Ruben Rodriguez, Shimica Gaskins, and Gina Clayton-Johnson sit on the Rising Together Rose Parade float. Getty Images

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