Rose parade, what happened to Disney?

[ppete1975]

Disney used to be a big supporter of the parade. Walt, mickey, kermit (not sure if this was before or after Disney), all were grand marshals. They had floats even recently. And its down the street. Did they have an issue with the people in charge, feel it cost too much, just wasnt worth it. I miss disney being a part of it. Just curious if anyone has any insight. @marni1971 maybe?

 

[WDWTank]

It really seems like Disney is going downhill, doesn’t it?

 

[THEMEPARKPIONEER]

Better off making it one more thing Janet doesn't touch, they end up buying out and ruining things anyway.

 

[AndyS2992]

People are willing to pay to see Disney characters in a parade at Disneyland so why give it away for free? Is probably their sentiment.

 

[larryz]

Disney owns their own TV network and several cable channels now, so why bother?

 

[VJ]

Disney always uses the Rose Parade as a way to promote big milestones. The breaks between years aren't really that new.

 

[wendysue]

I really don't need to see Disney EVERYWHERE. This year because of Mickey's birthday I saw Mickey Mouse on everything from lettuce to Oreos.

 

[DRC68]

Mickey lettuce, how'd I miss that?!?

 

[TwilightZone]

Mickey lettuce, how'd I miss that?!?

I've seen mickey apples before, but never lettuce. I need it now.

 

[ppete1975]

I only asked since the last one was 2016 so its been 3 years. So didnt know if there was a reason.

 

[FettFan]

I honestly didn't even know the Rose Parade was still a thing. Granted there are so many "Bowl" football games now, that the Rose Bowl is really nothing special anymore.

Sugar Bowl
Chick-Fil-A/Peach Bowl
Cotton Bowl
Fiesta Bowl
Citrus Bowl
Orange Bowl
Rose Bowl
Capital One Bowl
Sun Bowl
Alamo Bowl

There's legit about 50 different Bowl games across the US.

 

[ppete1975]

I honestly didn't even know the Rose Parade was still a thing. Granted there are so many "Bowl" football games now, that the Rose Bowl is really nothing special anymore.

Sugar Bowl
Chick-Fil-A/Peach Bowl
Cotton Bowl
Fiesta Bowl
Citrus Bowl
Orange Bowl
Rose Bowl
Capital One Bowl
Sun Bowl
Alamo Bowl

There's legit about 50 different Bowl games across the US.

Right but the rose parade is huge floats covered entirely of natural materials. Flowers, nuts seeds. Its a huge deal and is covered in at least two networks including the disney owned abc. Its more like macys thanksgiving parade.

 

[SirWillow]

I honestly didn't even know the Rose Parade was still a thing. Granted there are so many "Bowl" football games now, that the Rose Bowl is really nothing special anymore.

The "Granddaddy of them all" isn't going anywhere. Not with the long history it has (I think it's the oldest bowl game) and the best parade in the country. Not when they still have multiple channels showing the parade (what the heck happened to HGTV this year?)

Loved seeing the parade live and in person the year they had the Tower float. That was really cool. I was also disappointed that they didn't have a Disney float this year. At least they didn't have one that broke down and clogged the route like the train float did today! ack!

 

[TwilightZone]

The "Granddaddy of them all" isn't going anywhere. Not with the long history it has (I think it's the oldest bowl game) and the best parade in the country. Not when they still have multiple channels showing the parade (what the heck happened to HGTV this year?)

Loved seeing the parade live and in person the year they had the Tower float. That was really cool. I was also disappointed that they didn't have a Disney float this year. At least they didn't have one that broke down and clogged the route like the train float did today! ack!

Ah, that explains it being missing. I am going to watch the parade on youtube and there's a comment about the missing train.
I would watch it on tv, but I completely forgot this parade was a thing! Just so much going on!

 

[Cmdr_Crimson]

Disney used to be a big supporter of the parade. Walt, mickey, kermit (not sure if this was before or after Disney), all were grand marshals. They had floats even recently. And its down the street. Did they have an issue with the people in charge, feel it cost too much, just wasnt worth it. I miss disney being a part of it. Just curious if anyone has any insight.

While they didn't do anything for the parade. They did however do something out at the DL resort for the Rose Bowl...
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...washington-huskies-meet-at-disneyland-resort/

 

[Demarke]

I've seen mickey apples before, but never lettuce. I need it now.

I assume they are referring to the Dole salad bags, here’s what they look like in my area:

 

[MinnieM123]

The "Granddaddy of them all" isn't going anywhere. Not with the long history it has (I think it's the oldest bowl game) and the best parade in the country. Not when they still have multiple channels showing the parade (what the heck happened to HGTV this year?)

Loved seeing the parade live and in person the year they had the Tower float. That was really cool. I was also disappointed that they didn't have a Disney float this year. At least they didn't have one that broke down and clogged the route like the train float did today! ack!

I love this parade and watch it every year. As for HGTV, I haven't a clue why they didn't cover it, but the focus of that channel has been trending toward houses, real estate shows, etc. It's nothing like it was years ago, when it had more variety, and I miss that. Anyway, two networks in my area still covered the parade.

 

[RustySpork]

I really don't need to see Disney EVERYWHERE. This year because of Mickey's birthday I saw Mickey Mouse on everything from lettuce to Oreos.

I came across Dole bagged celery featuring Mickey Mouse at the grocery store on Saturday.

 

[AndyS2992]

I assume they are referring to the Dole salad bags, here’s what they look like in my area: View attachment 337802

Enjoy by September 1st 2019? Was going to say there's nothing fresh about that salad but then remembered Americans flip the month and day around.. for some reason

 

[WDWTank]

Maybe they didn't feel the need to participate this year? I don't think it needs to be read into too deeply

You’d think they’d make a Galaxy’s Edge float