The Tournament of Roses is now accepting applications for the 2027 Rose Court, a group of young ladies who will serve as ambassadors for the Tournament of Roses, the Pasadena community, and the greater Los Angeles area.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, applicants must be at least 17 years old by December 1, 2026, but no older than 21 before January 5, 2027. They must also be high school seniors or full-time college students with at least a 2.0 GPA, and live and attend school in the Pasadena area, including Eagle Rock, Highland Park, San Gabriel, and Alhambra.

The Tournament of Roses is looking for applicants who bring diverse strengths and perspectives, whether they are natural public speakers, youth leaders, academic stars, or community and school leaders. Each Rose Court member will receive a $7,500 educational scholarship while participating in community activities.

Application and Selection Process

The first round of interviews will be held on September 5 and 8 at Tournament House, located at 391 S. Orange Grove Blvd. in Pasadena. The 2027 Rose Court will be announced on September 28, and the 108th Rose Queen will be announced and crowned on October 27.

The 2027 Rose Court will ride down Colorado Boulevard during the 138th Rose Parade and attend the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the 113th Rose Bowl Game, both scheduled for January 1, 2027.

Original reporting: NBC4 Los Angeles — read the source article.