Rose Bowl, Multi-purpose sports venue in Pasadena, United States
The Rose Bowl is a multi-purpose sports venue in Pasadena that seats over 92,000 people and features a natural grass playing field. Its symmetrical bowl-shaped design opens toward the San Gabriel Mountains, offering views of the range on clear days.
Architect Myron Hunt completed construction in October 1922, with the first official game held between California and USC teams. Over the following decades, the venue underwent several expansions and became a fixture for major national and international sporting events.
The Court of Champions displays records, coach names, and MVP players, along with statues of Jackie Robinson and Brandi Chastain. On game days, fans arrive hours early to tailgate in the parking lots, grilling food and gathering with friends in a ritual deeply rooted in American sports culture.
The venue offers ample parking and shuttle services that help manage the flow of visitors during major events. Clear signage and multiple entry points make it easier to navigate the large grounds despite the size of the crowds.
This venue shares with Stockholm's Råsunda Stadium the distinction of hosting both men's and women's FIFA World Cup final matches. It also served as a filming location for several movies, making it a recognizable landmark beyond the world of sports.
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