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Tournament of Roses - Rose Bowl Game

PLAYOFF QUARTERFINAL AT THE ROSE BOWL GAME PRESENTED BY PRUDENTIAL


The 112th Rose Bowl Game will be held on January 1, 2026 and will serve as a College Football Playoff Quarterfinal. The game will feature two of the top-12 teams in college football. Come early and enjoy pre-game activities including tailgates, Rose Queen and Rose Court appearances, and more.


TheHIGHER SEEDED TEAM (#1-4) will occupy the west sideline (press box side) and have their colors painted in the north end zone, while the LOWER SEEDED TEAM (#5-12) will occupy the east sideline and have their colors painted in the south end zone.

Game tickets for the 2026 CFP Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game will be available on Friday, August 22 via Ticketmaster at 8 a.m. PT/ 11 a.m. ET. A maximum of four tickets per person will be available during the Rose Bowl Game ticket public sale. Individual ticket prices start at $196.95, including fees.

If you would like to receive more information on ticketing for the 2026 Rose Bowl Game and beyond, please fill out this form.
 

All experiences include a Rose Bowl Game ticket (purchasers have the ability to retain this same seat for the 2027 Rose Bowl Game for the same price). In addition, you will receive a ticket to the Tournament of Roses' Granddaddy Tailgate on game day, parking in a preferred lot ((1) parking pass will be distributed for every (4) experiences purchased), expedited entry to the stadium through a dedicated entrance, a souvenir commemorative game ticket, a subscription to the Tournament’s Rose Bowletin newsletter, and access to ticket pre-sales for other select Rose Bowl stadium events. Experience purchasers will also have the opportunity to purchase Rose Parade tickets in the Tournament’s VIP stand located at the beginning of the Parade. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE TICKET EXPERIENCES

Official ticket and VIP hospitality packages are available through On Location, the Official Hospitality and Corporate Travel Package Provider for the Rose Bowl Game presented by Prudential. Official experience packages can include Rose Bowl Game tickets, pre-game hospitality access inside the Rose Bowl Stadium secured-perimeter, tours of float decorating spaces, live entertainment and more. Kick off 2026 with the ultimate Rose Bowl Game Experience at Club 1902, including official premium mid-field game tickets, all-inclusive pre-game VIP hospitality with top shelf open bar and food, and a Rose Bowl Game Legend meet and greet. To shop for your official access, visit OnLocationExp.com/RoseBowl./p>

Buy or sell your official Rose Bowl Game tickets on the Official Ticket Exchange, powered by Ticketmaster. The Official Rose Bowl Game Ticket Exchange is the only 100% guaranteed, approved secondary ticket marketplace.

4:00 AM: Rose Bowl Stadium Parking Lots Open
10:30 AM: Rose Bowl Stadium Gates Open
12:00 PM: CFP Quarterfinal at the 112th Rose Bowl Game presented by Prudential Pre-Game Activities

The CFP Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game presented by Prudential safety tips and guidelines can be found on our Game Day Guide page. Please also visit Rose Bowl Stadium for their rules and a list of prohibited items.

Safety tips and guidelines are also provided by the City of Pasadena. Modified street closures will affect Colorado Boulevard starting at 10:00 PM on December 31 through 2:00 PM on January 1.

The Rose Bowl Stadium is located at 1001 Rose Bowl Dr. in Pasadena, California.

Driving to the Rose Bowl Stadium can be very difficult due to general Los Angeles traffic and heavy Rose Parade and game day traffic flowing in and out of Pasadena. Please follow the driving directions in the Game Day Guide. Do not rely on GPS directions as they do not take into consideration traffic patterns or the location of the general parking lots. Please consider carpooling, using public transportation or the free shuttle service. Heightened security may also slow your entrance into the stadium.

Rose Bowl Stadium Parking: General parking at the Rose Bowl Stadium is available in Lot H, 1-4, 6, and 8-10. Parking prices will be determined later this year.
Parking lots open at 4:00 a.m. Other than designated overnight motorhome parking, there is no overnight parking at the Rose Bowl Stadium. In-and-out privileges are prohibited in all parking areas. Once you exit the parking lot, you will be required to pay the full parking fee upon re-entry. More information on bus parking, RV parking, and limo services can be found in the Game Day Guide.

Parking at Rose Bowl Stadium can be paid for via cash, ALL credit and debit cards, and Apple Pay. When available, passes can also be purchased online in advance
ADVISORY: Between 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM, there will be heavy traffic exiting Pasadena from Parsons Parking Lot and the adjacent Old Pasadena parking lots due to the Rose Parade. It is advisable to arrive in Pasadena before 10:00 AM or after 11:30 AM to avoid congestion.

Metro Gold Line Light Rail Service: The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) operates a light rail service to Pasadena via the Metro Gold Line. If you would like to take the Metro Gold Line to the game, exit the train at Memorial Park Station in Pasadena. Follow the signs for two blocks to the CFP Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game presented by Prudential pick-up location at Parsons Parking Lot. This shuttle will take you directly to the Rose Bowl Stadium. After the game, simply reverse your route. For help planning your MTA trip, call (323) 466-3876 or visit metro.net.

Drop-off/Taxi Zone/Rideshare Services: The designated drop-off, pick-up, and taxi zone are on Holly Street between Fair Oaks Avenue and Arroyo Parkway. Passengers may take the free Rose Bowl Game Shuttle to the stadium. There are no provisions for drop-offs and pick-ups at the stadium. All taxis or passenger cars entering the Rose Bowl Stadium area will be required to pay the appropriate parking fee.

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