The 2025 parade float will commemorate Asia’s diverse ecosystems with intricate designs of the zoo’s newest residents: giant pandas Yun Chuan and Xin Bao from China. They are the first pandas to enter the U.S. in 21 years.

Last January, SDZWA received a top prize for "Most Beautiful Entry" for its float celebrating the 107-year history of the San Diego Zoo, "It Began With a Roar."

For the fourth consecutive year, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance will partner with the Pasadena Tournament of Roses® and participate in the 136th Rose Parade® presented by Honda on New Year's Day. The 2025 Pasadena Tournament of Roses theme,