PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Artistic Entertainment Services (AES), the award-winning Rose Parade float builder, announced today it won nine trophies for its float entries at the 136th Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance was awarded the Sweepstakes Trophy, the parade’s top prize awarded to the most beautiful float entry, for the second year in a row. AES built 16 of the 39 floats in this year’s parade.
AES’ entries received the following awards:
- San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance: Sweepstakes Trophy for most beautiful entry, encompassing floral design, floral presentation, and entertainment.
- Kindness is Free Powered by Boys & Girls Clubs of West San Gabriel Valley & Eastside: Bob Hope Humor Trophy for most whimsical and amusing float.
- Louisiana Office of Tourism: Director Trophy for most outstanding artistic design and use of floral and non-floral materials.
- OneLegacy Donate Life: Extraordinaire Trophy for most extraordinary float.
- Love 2 Yeu: Grand Marshal Trophy for most outstanding creative concept and float design.
- The UPS Store: Judges Trophy for most outstanding float design and dramatic impact.
- Visit Mississippi: Past President Trophy for most outstanding innovation in the use of floral and non-floral materials.
- City of Torrance: Princess Trophy for most outstanding floral presentation among entries 35-feet and under in length.
- Pasadena Humane/Hill’s Pet Nutrition: Theme Trophy for most outstanding presentation of the Rose Parade theme.
“None of this would be possible without the support of our wonderful client partners, and we are grateful for these relationships. Winning these trophies is truly a testament to the talent, hard work, and dedication of our collective staff and volunteers. AES is delighted to play a role in making January 1 the best day ever for everyone who takes part in the Rose Parade,” said Craig Bugajski, president and CEO of AES.
About Artistic Entertainment Services
Artistic Entertainment Services (AES) is a premier entertainment scenic fabrication company with over 35 years of experience in creating custom-designed and innovative themed environments for live entertainment and theme parks. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and creativity, AES brings visions to life, transforming concepts into immersive and captivating realities. As an official float builder and proud partner of the Tournament of Roses® and Rose Parade® presented by Honda, AES has established a legacy of creating show-stopping, award-winning floats. These stunning creations play a pivotal role in America's New Year Celebration®, captivating audiences worldwide with their artistry and grandeur. Visit www.aescreative.com, like us on (Facebook), and follow us on (Instagram).
