Doo Dah Parade Road Closures Saturday

The 36^th Occasional Doo Dah Parade is ready to go crazy on the streets of Pasadena Saturday.

The cheeky two-hour event begins at 11 a.m. and will feature over 75 imaginative entries and a colorful cast of characters, including this year’s Doo Dah Queen.

About 5,000 spectators are expected, mainly within the 2500 to 2700 blocks of East Colorado Boulevard between Altadena Drive and San Gabriel Boulevard in East Pasadena, according to the City of Pasadena.

Residents and motorists should take note of the following road closures.

The following streets will be closed beginning at 6 a.m. April 27 until after the parade concludes:

Nina Street, between Altadena Drive and San Gabriel Boulevard

Vinedo Avenue, between Colorado Boulevard and Walnut Street

The following street will be closed beginning at 10 a.m. April 27 until the parade concludes: 

Colorado Boulevard between Altadena Drive and San Gabriel Boulevard

“The motoring public is urged to drive with extra caution; observe all temporary signs and parking restrictions and to obey the directions from public safety personnel on scene,” the City announced. “Bicyclists and pedestrians are also urged to be aware of their surroundings, obey restrictions and to follow instructions from public safety officials.”

Event Safety Reminders

Pasadena’s Police and Fire Departments work closely with other city departments and event producers to develop a comprehensive action plan for large special events, including traffic and crowd control, emergency response and evacuation plans.  The public and all event spectators are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to the Police Department or nearby public safety officials at this or any other public event.  “If You See Something, Say Something” is the important motto to remember to help keep the Pasadena community safe, every day.