Rose Bowl

Cultural  

1. The oldest and most famous of the “bowl games” — college football games held after the regular college football season between teams that are invited on the basis of their record in the regular season. The Rose Bowl game is played in Pasadena, California, on New Year's Day, and is preceded by the Tournament of Roses Parade of floats adorned with roses.

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Example Sentences

The Rose Bowl in Pasadena is constructing a new field-level club seating area in the south end of the stadium that will include more than 1,000 VIP seats.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

The stadium’s new area, called the South Field Club, will cost about $30 million and is part of the Rose Bowl Lasting Legacy Campaign.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

For years, the Rose Bowl has walked the precarious line between tradition and technology, striving to keep up with modern-day venues while maintaining the nostalgic touches that make it a national landmark.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

“A lot of people look at the Rose Bowl as a piece of art,” Weiden said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

A couple of Kevin’s friends came over on the Fourth of July and tried to get us to go to the Rose Bowl with them for the fireworks.

From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler