Terry Madigan Named
2026 IFEA Volunteer of the Year, Sponsored by SecurEvent Solutions
BOISE, Idaho, USA — The International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA), together with award sponsor SecurEvent Solutions, is proud to announce Terry Madigan, nominated by the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association in Pasadena, California, as the 2026 IFEA Volunteer of the Year.
As this year’s recipient, Terry was the guest of the IFEA at the 71st Annual IFEA Convention & Expo, presented by atVenu, in Tucson, Arizona, where he was recognized and presented with his award during the IFEA Awards Luncheon on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026.
The IFEA Volunteer of the Year Award, sponsored by SecurEvent Solutions, recognizes outstanding event volunteers whose selfless commitment, leadership and service have made a significant difference to an IFEA member festival or event and the community it serves. The award celebrates individuals whose passion and dedication exemplify the very best of the festivals and events industry.
For more than three decades, Terry has embodied the spirit of volunteer leadership at the Pasadena Tournament of Roses. A member of the association since 1993, Terry first discovered his love for the Rose Parade as a teenager, when he twice had the honor of driving the City of South Pasadena’s float. That experience inspired a lifelong commitment to volunteer service through the Tournament of Roses and throughout the Pasadena community.
During more than 30 years of service, Terry has held numerous leadership roles, including chair of the Host, Judging, Parade Operations and Special Events committees, as well as vice chair of Float Entries and Post Parade. His willingness to contribute wherever needed reflects his dedication to the organization and the volunteers who bring America’s New Year Celebration to life.
Terry will serve as president and chairman of the board of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses for the 138th Rose Parade presented by Honda and the 113th Rose Bowl Game presented by Prudential. In that role, he will help guide the organization, support hundreds of volunteers and ensure its cherished traditions continue for future generations.
What truly distinguishes Terry is the way he leads. His 2027 Tournament of Roses theme, “Welcome,” reflects an approach he has practiced throughout his years of service. Whether mentoring new members, working alongside longtime volunteers or representing the Tournament of Roses in the community, Terry creates an environment where people feel valued and respected.
Perhaps no example captures that philosophy better than the printed list of every Tournament of Roses member’s name that Terry carries in his pocket. The list serves as a daily reminder of the volunteers who make the organization possible and reflects his appreciation for every individual who gives their time and talents in service to the Tournament of Roses.
“Terry’s more than three decades of service demonstrate the extraordinary difference one dedicated volunteer can make,” said David Eads, President & CEO of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses and Chair of the 2026 Awards Committee for IFEA. “His leadership is grounded in service, respect and a genuine appreciation for the people around him. He represents the very best of volunteerism in our industry.”
“We are proud to sponsor the IFEA Volunteer of the Year Award and recognize Terry Madigan for his remarkable commitment to the Pasadena Tournament of Roses,” said Joshua Field, Founder of SecurEvent Solutions. “Volunteers are essential to the success of festivals and events around the world, and Terry’s decades of leadership and service are a powerful example of the impact one volunteer can have on an organization and its community.”
Throughout more than 30 years of service, Terry has earned the trust and respect of his fellow volunteers through his dependability, integrity and genuine care for others. He understands that America’s New Year Celebration is about far more than floats, football and flowers. It is about bringing people together, creating lifelong memories and strengthening community.
With this recognition, Terry joins a select group of 23 global recipients who have received the IFEA Volunteer of the Year Award, sponsored by SecurEvent Solutions.
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About the IFEA: Headquartered in Boise, Idaho, the International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA) is The Premier Association Supporting and Enabling Festival & Event Professionals Worldwide. In partnership with global affiliates under the umbrellas of IFEA Africa, IFEA Asia, IFEA Australia, IFEA Europe, IFEA Latin America, IFEA Middle East (MENASA), and IFEA North America, the organization's common vision is for "A Globally United Industry that Touches Lives in a Positive Way through Celebration." The Association offers the most complete source of ideas, resources, information, education and networking for festival and event professionals worldwide. Visit the IFEA website at
www.ifea.com for additional details.
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