Behind the scenes: Finishing touches on NASCAR’s Rose Parade float

By Staff Report | Published: December 29, 2022 27

Daphne Zhu | USC

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Daphne Zhu | USC

NASCAR will celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2023 and is preparing a float for the iconic Rose Parade on Jan. 2 to kick off what is sure to be a memorable year.

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Daphne Zhu | USC

NASCAR's float, which will carry "King" Richard Petty and Rajah Caruth, features Petty’s iconic No. 43 race car, along with the No. 3 made popular by Dale Earnhardt and the No. 24 driven by Jeff Gordon.

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Daphne Zhu | USC

With the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum's Peristyle and Olympic cauldron serving as a backdrop, the cars race around a track surrounded by checkered flags, ribbons, palm trees and more.

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Daphne Zhu | USC

Designed and constructed by Artistic Entertainment Services, the float is 25 feet tall, 55 feet long and headed by NASCAR's 75th Anniversary diamond logo.

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Daphne Zhu | USC

The annual Rose Parade celebrates 134 years of success with its upcoming celebration on Jan. 2, led by the volunteer-driven, non-profit Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association.

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Daphne Zhu | USC

Earlier this week, the NASCAR float received some final touches and polish before it hits the streets of Pasadena. Continue browsing to see more behind-the-scenes images.

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