Sikh Rose Float Parade
More Than 125 Years of Sikh American History Comes to the Rose Parade.
Sikhs are defined by their belief in one God, equality, justice, and community. They are taught to live their values every day through the principles of worship, work, and service. It’s core values are basically accepting people with different identities, backgrounds and cultures as one. At the end of the day, we are simply human beings trying to achieve greater purpose in life.
The Sikh American story reflects American values, such as a dedication to family, hard and honest work, and an enterprising spirit. By sharing Sikh American history and heritage at the forefront of Rose Parade, we inspire to spread awareness, foster understanding and initiate dialogue about Sikhism and the shared value of service, social justice and an unshakeable belief in freedom and equality for all.
Together, we can realize our vision and share the values we hold so dear.
History
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: On January 1, 2015, Sikh American history was featured on the first-ever Sikh Float during the 127th annual Rose Parade. As a result of a collaboration with the United Sikh Mission, SikhLens, Khalsa Care Foundation, SALDEF (Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund), and dedicated Sikhs from around the country, the float highlighted Sikh American values, Sikh history in the United States, and over 150 years of contributions to American society.
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United Sikh Mission (USA)
10656, Cilantro Court Ct Fontana, CA 92337, USA
+1 909-241-7449
Contact Person
Rashpal Singh Dhindsa
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United Sikh Mission (India)
VPO Bias Pind, Dist. Jalandhar, Punjab, 144302
+91 98157 74829
Contact Person
Avtar Singh, Bhupinder Singh
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Glimpses from Sikh Float Rose Parade
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Rose Parade 2020: Sikhs roll out a float to sow seeds of hope, generosity and harmony https://t.co/hYmfkejVJB
— Los Angeles Times (@latimes) January 2, 2020
A float showcasing Sikh contributions to America debuted at the Rose Bowl parade! http://t.co/BQCA8CSLE6 pic.twitter.com/CUOdPPuWpU
— HuffPost (@HuffPost) January 2, 2015
“Serving Kindness” Sikh American float at the 129th Pasadena Rose Parade
The beautiful #SikhFloat, winner of this year’s Tournament of Roses – Rose Bowl Game prestigious #LeishmanPublicSpiritAward.https://t.co/XlDyHSIN5A pic.twitter.com/XFh8yv8y7n
— Kalgidhar Trust (@BaruSahibTKS) January 5, 2018
2018 ROSE PARADE PRESENTED BY HONDA!
Look for this, the winner of the ROSE PARADE’S LEISHMAN PUBLIC SPIRIT TROPHY for Phoenix Decorating.
We previewed this float two weeks ago built for the United Sikh Mission.
@phoenixdecorating#tournamentofroseshttps://t.co/4jOXJcxBMe pic.twitter.com/8TgtNURPol
— Gayle Anderson (@ktlagayle) January 1, 2018
Rose Parade to include Sikh float for first time in history http://t.co/vJgPiU9Tez
— PBS NewsHour (@NewsHour) November 6, 2014
CA sangat Sikh float for Rose Parade highlights Darbar Sahib & emphasizes values of love, service, justice, freedom. #Sikhfloat2017 pic.twitter.com/aRH4SZISQf
— Sikh Coalition (@sikh_coalition) January 2, 2017
#SikhFloat’19 #RoseParade #SikhAmericans
Sikhs Float feature 119,000 flowers at the Rose Parade highlighting the religious significance of Kirtan
The Sikh Americans of Southern California will be featured https://t.co/3ofR1pdgxO pic.twitter.com/BqDnPC7tcr
— Kalgidhar Trust (@BaruSahibTKS) January 2, 2019
The United Sikh Mission’s “Serving Kindness” float at the 2018 Rose Bowl Parade in Pasadena, CA was awarded the Leishman Public Spirit award for most outstanding floral presentation from a non-commercial participant. Congratulations to the volunteers! pic.twitter.com/NLZNBuqOCp
— American Turban (@americanturban) January 1, 2018
The 2017 Rose Parade will be the the third Rose Parade to feature a float from the Sikh-American community: https://t.co/7qfM9EJlpA
— NBC Asian America (@NBCAsianAmerica) January 1, 2017
At the 2019 Rose Parade, Sikh Float to Promote a Deeper Understanding of the Faith https://t.co/ZbksR4vtTO pic.twitter.com/WWgvo55P2P
— ITV Gold (@ITVGold) December 31, 2018
Stunning float by the Sikh Community which highlighted Langar (free community kitchen and meal) at the annual Rose Parade in Pasadena, CA. @Khalsa_Aid @RaviSinghKA @LangarAid @mssirsa @ManjitGK @DSGMCDelhi @TajinderBagga pic.twitter.com/3BXtm5Qdil
— Sikhs For Sikhs (@SikhsForSikhs) January 3, 2018