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by Laura Berthold Monteros
In anticipation of the upcoming 131st Tournament of Roses Parade on Jan. 1, 2020, The Rose Examiner has put together a collection of photos of the award-winning floats that glided along the Rose Parade route in 2019. Take a look at the stunning and gorgeous creations that won in 24 contests.
We’ve split the photos into two galleries to avoid overwhelming our readers. Each photo is captioned with its award, sponsor, title, builder, and designer. Comments on the winners and descriptions of the awards in table form are in the article “Rose Parade 2019 float awards; The UPS Store takes Sweepstakes.”
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Gallery A: Sweepstakes and Float Design categories
Sweepstakes: The UPS Store, Inc. “Books Keep Us On Our Toes” Fiesta Parade Floats, Charles Meier
Sweepstakes: The UPS Store, Inc. “Books Keep Us On Our Toes” Fiesta Parade Floats, Charles Meier
Sweepstakes: The UPS Store, Inc. “Books Keep Us On Our Toes” Fiesta Parade Floats, Charles Meier
Animation: Burbank Tournament of Roses Assn. “Stompin’ Good Time” Self-built, Brian Cozakos and Adam Ostegard
Animation: Burbank Tournament of Roses Assn. “Stompin’ Good Time” Self-built, Brian Cozakos and Adam Ostegard
With a story of transformation, the 2018 Singpoli American BD float “Rising Above” won the Sweepstakes award at the 129th Tournament of Roses Parade on Jan. 1, 2018. The float was designed by Charles Meier and built by Paradiso Parade Floats. It is Meier’s and Singpoli’s second Sweepstakes award, which is given for the “most beautiful entry, encompassing float design, floral presentation, and entertainment.”