Riders and Walkers

Riders and Walkers

The Ride of Your Life

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Lions Adventure!

Have you ever dreamed of being in the Rose Parade instead of just watching it from your couch with a cup of coffee and leftover holiday cookies? In 2010, Lions Float, Inc. made that dream a reality—and it’s been dazzling ever since!

The "Ride of Your Life" gives Lions the extraordinary chance to ride on the Lions Clubs International Float down historic Colorado Boulevard with thousands cheering and millions watching around the world.

Still not sure it’s worth it? Hear it straight from Lions who’ve lived it:

"Thank you for all your great hospitality and hard work. I will treasure the past four days and talk about them often."
— Lion George Graham, Pleasant Valley Lions, District 4-A3

"We both agree that this was the experience of a lifetime! The entire event and people we met were very special."
— Veronica & PDG Dick Walworth, San Diego, District 4-L6

"After watching the Rose Parade on TV for over sixty years, we started to research how to experience the parade firsthand. The 'Ride of Your Life' gave us that awesome opportunity—beyond our dreams! We didn’t just ride; we helped build the Lions Float adorned with 11,055 flowers and 100,000 seeds. Working with Lions nationwide was unforgettable!"
— Lion Donna & PDG Philip Wheeler, Vermont, District 45

Ride of Your Life" Package – $5,000

Valued at $5,000, this unforgettable experience includes:

  • One (1) VIP seat on the Lions Clubs International Rose Parade Float

  • Official themed apparel to wear with pride during your float ride

  • Two (2) night’s accommodations at the Lions host hotel

  • One (1) grandstand parade ticket for a guest to cheer you on

  • Two (2) tickets to the prestigious LCI President’s Meet & Greet Reception

  • Float barn tour – see the floral magic up close before the big day

  • Roundtrip transportation from the host hotel to the parade staging area

Riders & Walkers Package – $1,250

Be a part of the magic on the ground!
Lions Float also offers the chance to walk alongside the float and assist with riders—a great way to serve and share in the moment.

To be a Walker, you must be able to walk 6 miles and help riders on and off the float during staging and parade time.

This package includes:

  • One (1) night’s accommodation at the Lions host hotel

  • Official themed apparel to wear with pride during your walk

  • One (1) ticket to the LCI President’s Meet & Greet Reception

  • Float barn tour – get an insider’s look at float prep

  • Roundtrip transportation between the hotel and the parade staging area

Make 2025 the year you say “yes” to the parade of a lifetime.

Whether you ride, walk, or cheer from the grandstands, this is your moment to shine with Lions around the world!

For more information about becoming a Rider or Walker, please contact:

For more information, please contact:

PDG Elisa Coyle 
Cell: 530-262-8805
Email: lionebcoyle@gmail.com