On New Year’s Day, the streets of Pasadena, California experienced a bit of Louisiana flare as the pelican state’s float promenaded on during the 137th Rose Parade.
The 2026 Rose Parade theme was “The Magic in Teamwork” and celebrated how working together produces experiences more meaningful than those we can achieve on our own.
While Louisiana’s “Gulf to Gumbo” float didn’t bring home any awards this year, the display was praised by many.
Louisiana’s “Gulf to Gumbo” among spectators’ favorite floats in Rose Bowl Parade
Following this year’s parade theme, Louisiana’s “Gulf to Gumbo” float paid homage to the individuals who helped in creating the state’s most iconic dish, gumbo, says Tournament of Roses…