Illinois Tourism to debut at Rose Parade
The Illinois Office of Tourism will make its float debut at the 134th Rose Parade in Pasadena, CA.
The Parade, presented by Honda, takes plade on January 2, 2023 as part of the New Year celebration.
The Enjoy Illinois float brings the state’s tourism campaign, “Illinois. The Middle of Everything,” to life.
It showcases the state’s attractions and unique destinations.
The float will also feature a live musical performance from “American Idol” finalist and Illinois native, Grace Kinstler”
The Rose Parade float features a replica of the bronze bust of Abraham Lincoln from Lincoln’s Tomb, a historic Route 66 sign and the Centennial Wheel at Chicago’s Navy Pier.
It also showcases the Garden of the Gods in Southern Illinois’ and Shawnee National Forest.
The 24-feet-tall float took four months to build, and features nearly 30,000 flowers.
To learn more about Illinois visit www.EnjoyIllinois.com.
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