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The 136th Rose Parade returns as America’s favorite New Year’s tradition — and 2025’s theme is “Best Day Ever!”
Presented by Honda, the annual Tournament of Roses parade airs live on Wednesday, Jan. 1, with tennis icon Billie Jean King as the grand marshal. The 111th Rose Bowl game presented by Prudential will follow the floral float festivities.
At a Glance: How to Watch the 2025 Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game
Keep reading below for more details on the 2025 Rose Parade and Rose Bowl game start times, the performer lineup, how to watch the New Year’s events online and where to stream for free.
2025 Tournament of Roses Parade and Rose Bowl Game: Air Date, Times, Channels
The 2025 Rose Parade airs live on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, at 8 a.m. PT/11 a.m. ET, on local ABC, NBC and Univision channels, and on RFD TV and Great American Family (GAF) networks. The 2025 Rose Bowl game presented by Prudential broadcasts live on ESPN after the parade starting at 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET.
How to Watch the 2025 Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game Online
Stream the parade only: The easiest way to watch the 2025 Tournament of Roses Parade is with a subscription to Peacock and Prime Video.
Stream the game only: You can watch the 2025 Rose Bowl game on any streaming service that carries ESPN, including ESPN+, DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and Sling.
Stream both the parade and game: For cord-cutters who want to stream both events with one subscription, the easiest way is through a live TV streaming service that carries ABC, NBC and ESPN, such as DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and Sling.
Watch online with an existing cable subscription: Cable subscribers can log into ABC.com, NBC.com or ESPN.com with their TV provider credentials, including traditional and streaming services such as DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Verizon, Xfinity and others.
Keep reading for more details on some of the best ways to stream the 2025 Rose Parade and Rose Bowl game online.
Peacock
Stream the Rose Parade on NBC only; plans from $7.99 monthly
Prime Video
Stream the Rose Parade only; $8.99 monthly
ESPN+
Watch Rose Bowl game on ESPN+; plans from $11.99 monthly
Fubo
Watch ABC, ESPN, NBC, Univision, GAF and RFD TV; plans on sale for up to $35 off for first month
Hulu + Live TV
Watch ABC, ESPN, NBC and RFD TV; plans from $82.99 monthly
Sling
Watch ABC, NBC and ESPN; plans on sale for up to half off first month
Other Ways to Stream the 2025 Rose Parade Online for Free
Frndly
Watch GAC; plans from $6.99 per month
Philo
Watch GAF; plans from $28 per month
Who Is Performing at the 2025 Rose Parade?
Keisza and Aloe Blacc will headline the event’s opening spectacular with “a high-energy spectacle like never before,” per the Rose Parade. The mid-parade performers include Timothy Wayne, Brandon Bennett and Chapel Hart, while pop icon Debbie Gibson and Betty Who will close out the festivities with a grand finale performance presented by Mansion Entertainment Group.
What Teams Are Playing at the 2025 Rose Bowl Game?
NCAA football teams Ohio State Buckeyes and the Oregon Ducks will play one another in the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena.