Every year, the Rose Parade’s equestrian units captivate audiences from around the world with their beauty, grace and precision. But fans don’t have to wait until New Year’s Day to see these talented riders and their magnificent horses in action. The annual Equestfest is scheduled to return from 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. This highly anticipated event will offer attendees an up-close look at the 18 equestrian groups preparing to ride in the 136th Rose Parade, themed “Best Day Ever!” The annual Equestfest will return on Sunday, Dec. 29, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. It will showcase 18 equestrian groups set to ride in the 136th Rose Parade. (Courtesy of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses) The annual Equestfest will return on Sunday, Dec. 29, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. It will showcase 18 equestrian groups set to ride in the 136th Rose Parade. (Courtesy of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses) The annual Equestfest will return on Sunday, Dec. 29, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. It will showcase 18 equestrian groups set to ride in the 136th Rose Parade. (Courtesy of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses) The annual Equestfest will return on Sunday, Dec. 29, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. It will showcase 18 equestrian groups set to ride in the 136th Rose Parade. (Courtesy of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses) The annual Equestfest will return on Sunday, Dec. 29, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. It will showcase 18 equestrian groups set to ride in the 136th Rose Parade. (Courtesy of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses) The annual Equestfest will return on Sunday, Dec. 29, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. It will showcase 18 equestrian groups set to ride in the 136th Rose Parade. (Courtesy of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses) The annual Equestfest will return on Sunday, Dec. 29, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. It will showcase 18 equestrian groups set to ride in the 136th Rose Parade. (Courtesy of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses) Show Caption1 of 7The annual Equestfest will return on Sunday, Dec. 29, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. It will showcase 18 equestrian groups set to ride in the 136th Rose Parade. (Courtesy of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses) Expand Participants can expect thrilling performances featuring precision drills, dazzling dance routines, impressive roping skills and awe-inspiring tricks. The event also provides animal lovers of all ages opportunities to interact with a variety of horse breeds . In addition to the equestrian showcase, this family-friendly celebration includes live music, educational and interactive exhibits, as well as a food and vendor court. Equestrian units have been an integral part of the Rose Parade and its surrounding activities since the Tournament of Roses began in 1890. These groups complement the floats and bands as they journey down Colorado Boulevard on New Year’s Day. In 2025, they will once again showcase their diverse talents and poise on the world stage. From square-dancing horses to award-winning cowgirls and police horses that bring joy to children in hospitals, each unit brings its own unique flair to the festivities. Here are the Rose Parade Equestrian units (listed alphabetically) Arabian Horse Association Versatile Arabians–Greenwood Village, Colorado Blue Shadows Mounted Drill Team–Lake View Terrace, California Budweiser Clydesdales–St. Louis, Missouri First Cavalry Division, Horse Cavalry Detachment–Fort Cavazos, Texas International Andalusian and Lusitano Horse Association–Birmingham, Alabama Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department-Sheriff’s Museum Foundation–Los Angeles, California Los Hermanos Banuelos Charro Team–Altadena, California Mini Therapy Horses–Calabasas, California Northwest Spotted Drafts–Ferndale, Washington Painted Ladies Rodeo Performers–Sacramento, California Scripps Miramar Ranch–San Diego, California Spirit of the West Riders–Arcadia, California The New Buffalo Soldiers–Shadow Hills, California The Norco Cowgirls Rodeo Drill Team–Norco, California The Valley Hunt Club–Pasadena, California United States Marine Corps Mounted Color Guard–Barstow, California Gates open at 10 a.m. Tickets are $25 per person, with free entry for children aged 5 and under. Parking will be available for $20 per car at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. For more information or to purchase a ticket, please visit: https://tickets.sharpseating.com/p/tickets11/events/equestfest Related Articles News | This duo’s 50-year Rose Parade road trip is coming to a close News | Food trucks are finding a stage at Rose Parade 2025’s Floatfest News | ‘Wicked’ float aims to defy gravity during 2025 Rose Parade News | 2025 Rose Parade: Meet the judges picking the award-winning floats News | From ’80s teen hitmaker to Broadway, Debbie Gibson is ready for a new stage: the Rose Parade