American Armenian Rose Float Association, Inc.

American Armenian Rose Float Association will introduce a float each year at the Tournament of Roses in Celebration of American Armenians.

The American Armenian Rose Float Association, Inc. (AARFA) is proud to announce that it has been accepted for the third time into the Tournament of Roses Parade. The 128th Tournament will be held on January 2, 2017. Though a tremendous challenge, this project is a great vote of confidence for AARFA. With skilled and talented members and supporters, the float is sure to be a success, again this com

04/21/2024

LA Galaxy Armenian Heritage Night on Sunday, April 21st starting at 12 PM!

02/02/2024

SAVE THE DATE⛳
May 23rd, 2024
AARFA Golf Tournament Fundraiser
Join us for a great day of Golf on one of the course at Brookside Golf Club in Pasadena.
A formal invitation and online entry will follow soon.
For sponsorship opportunities, please contact AARFA Golf Team (626) 319-9155 or [email protected]

01/19/2024

The theme of the 2025 has just been revealed: Best Day Ever! The 2025 theme celebrates life’s best moments – those unexpected times that bring a smile, warm our hearts, and fill us with joy. From a once-in-a-lifetime experience to the simplest pleasures, each is indelibly etched into our memory. Together, we celebrate where we’ve been and what we look forward to. It’s about family, friends, and community and what we have to celebrate – and to be thankful for. 🌹If you’d like to see participate in the Rose Parade in 2025, donate now at AARFA.org!

01/10/2024

2024 Tournament of Roses Parade 🌹“Celebrating a World of Music: The Universal Language.”🌹

Congratulations to the American Armenian Rose Float Association! 🌹Their “Armenian Melodies” Rose Parade Float built by Artistic Entertainment Services (AES) won the GRAND MARSHAL TROPHY for most outstanding creative concept and float design!”🌹

Congratulations 🌹


Artistic Entertainment Services


American Armenian Rose Float Association, Inc.

Photos from American Armenian Rose Float Association, Inc.'s post 01/08/2024

If you ever attended the of tried to get through or around Pasadena on parade day, you know how difficult it can be navigating the busy and blocked off streets. HUGE thank you to Nora AAtransportation Shahbazian for getting our riders, dancers and volunteers around safely and efficiently on the day! 🚘🚖🚧🛑💐🌹

01/06/2024

Merry Christmas to all Armenians, especially those who may not be in the best circumstances to celebrate but who hold strong in their faith and love for their families, neighbors, and community. Your resilience and spirit are truly inspiring. May this season bring a renewed sense of hope, peace, and love within yourselves and towards others, reflecting the deep values of your faith and culture. Here’s to brighter days ahead for everyone. 🌟🕊️❤️🎄
Happy New Year 2024

www.aarfa.org click to donate
“GRAND MARSHAL AWARD” Most Outstanding Creative Concept and Float Design.

01/06/2024

Merry Christmas to all Armenians, especially those who may not be in the best circumstances to celebrate but who hold strong in their faith and love for their families, neighbors, and community. Your resilience and spirit are truly inspiring. May this season bring a renewed sense of hope, peace, and love within yourselves and towards others, reflecting the deep values of your faith and culture. Here's to brighter days ahead for everyone. 🌟🕊️❤️🎄
Happy New Year 2024

www.aarfa.org click to donate
"GRAND MARSHAL AWARD" Most Outstanding Creative Concept and Float Design.

01/06/2024

Visit AARFA.org to donate!

01/04/2024

Thank you for highlighting the float, Pasadena High School Bulldogs!
Well deserved riders on the Armenian Melodies Float. Sossike Hadadjian, Maximus Kanounji, Ani Kokozian, and Carlo Kokozian.

When you were watching the Rose Parade we hope you had the opportunity to wave to Pasadena High School student Maximus Kanounji '25 who was riding on the American Armenian Rose Float. What a great experience! It's always a good day to be a Bulldog!
Pasadena Unified School District

Rose Parade 2024: ‘Armenian Melodies’ float pays tribute to heritage, motherhood and struggle 01/03/2024

Thank you for highlighting the float, Pasadena Star News!

Rose Parade 2024: ‘Armenian Melodies’ float pays tribute to heritage, motherhood and struggle The 55-foot-long float from the American Armenian Rose Float Association, decorated with traditional fruits and materials, features aspects of Armenian lore, culture and current events.

Photos from MassisPost's post 01/03/2024

Thank you for featuring our float and win, MassisPost!

01/03/2024
Photos from Armenian International Women's Association (AIWA)'s post 01/03/2024
Photos from American Armenian Rose Float Association, Inc.'s post 01/03/2024

As the New Year dawns and Christmas lights twinkle, we, the Armenian community, are filled with an unending spirit of celebration. We embrace these moments, not just as a time of festivity, but as a testament to our enduring joy and unity. As we gather with loved ones, sharing traditional dishes and echoing with laughter, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported us. Your kindness and solidarity mean the world to us. We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a New Year brimming with happiness. Remember, we Armenians cherish these moments with wide-awake excitement and love. To everyone out there, near or far, we send our love and best wishes. May this season and New Year bring you as much joy as you have brought to us!

www.aarfa.org click to donate
"GRAND MARSHAL AWARD" Most Outstanding Creative Concept and Float Design.

01/03/2024
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Photos from American Armenian Rose Float Association, Inc.'s post 01/02/2024

Today is your last chance to see ’s Grand Marshall award winning float at Floatfest, at the corner of Sierra Madre and Washington in Pasadena. 🏆🇦🇲🌹Thank you all for the support! We are already planning for next year‘s float, so if you liked what you saw, visit AARFA.org to donate.

Photos from American Armenian Rose Float Association, Inc.'s post 01/02/2024

THANK YOU Lilia Margaryan Dance Studio with a heartfelt and acknowledgement for their remarkable effort in the Rose Parade. Their endurance and skill in dancing for such an extended distance of 6.5 miles along Colorado Street in Pasadena is truly commendable. It's clear that their performance, in harmony with the Armenian Melodies float, added a special and vibrant element to the parade. Your recognition of the 10 dancers' hard work and dedication highlights the importance of their contribution and the impact of their performance. It's great to see such talent and commitment being celebrated! https://www.facebook.com/liliadancestudio

01/02/2024

"Hello World! The American-Armenian community extends their warmest wishes for a very Happy New Year 2024.
May this year be filled with joy, health, and success for all. If you have any questions or want to donate for next year float, please don't hesitate to reach out and visit our website www.aarfa.org
Cheers to a wonderful year ahead!"

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The American Armenian Rose Float will be Showcased at Sierra Madre Blvd & Washington Blvd Pasadena.

Schedule of Events
Monday, Jan 1, 2024, 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(Ticket sales end at 3:30 pm, last entry at 4:00 pm)

Tuesday, Jan 2, 2024, 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
(Reserved for seniors & disabled visitors)

Tuesday, Jan 2, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(Ticket sales end at 3:30 pm, last entry at 4:00 pm)

Happy New Year 2024
please visit our website and donate to raise fund for next year float.

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01/01/2024

If you would like to see the float in-person, head over to . Floatfest features a 2-mile showcase of Rose Parade floats following their appearance along the parade route. Head to Sierra Madre and Washington Boulevards in Pasadena for the chance to walk within a few feet of the floats and appreciate up close, the creativity and detail of each magnificent display. The event takes place today and tomorrow. VisitPasadena.com for more details. 🌹

01/01/2024

"Join us in celebrating Armenian heritage and unity! We're excited to announce a special float that will represent the vibrant Armenian community in the USA and across the world. This is more than just a float – it's a symbol of our rich culture, history, and the unbreakable bonds that connect Armenians globally. Your contribution, no matter the size, will help bring this vision to life and showcase our pride and spirit in a magnificent display. Contributing is easy – simply visit www.aarfa.org and choose any amount you're comfortable with. Every contribution brings us closer to making this shared dream a reality every year. Be a part of this incredible journey and let's make a statement of unity and strength together!"

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