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U.S. Army 250th Anniversary 2025 Rose Parade

AES builds U.S. Army's historic 250th anniversary celebration float for the 2025 Rose Parade

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San Diego Zoo Pikmin

AES fabricated the charming life-sized Pikmin characters for Nintendo's interactive experience at the San Diego Zoo, bridging virtual gaming with real-world conservation.

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AES Wins Six Trophies

at the 137th Rose Parade for Its Award-Winning Float Designs

Artistic Entertainment Services earned six trophies at the 137th Rose Parade, recognizing excellence across multiple float entries. The wins underscore AES’s continued creative leadership and craftsmanship on one of the world’s most iconic parade stages.

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Inside the Build

AES Featured in Tournament of Roses’

“Behind the Bloom” Series

The Tournament of Roses spotlights Artistic Entertainment Services in its Behind the Bloom video series, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at how Rose Parade floats come to life. The feature includes exclusive interviews with AES CEO Craig Bugajski and Creative Director Rob Pearson, highlighting the artistry, engineering, and collaboration behind parade-day magic.

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AES Brings Stranger Things to Life

with Immersive Helicopter Activation for Microsoft

Artistic Entertainment Services partnered with Microsoft, Spark Experiential & Marketing, and Apex Reality to fabricate a show-stopping Stranger Things helicopter activation at the Microsoft Store in New York City. The installation offers fans an immersive, motion-based experience that blends scenic fabrication, engineering, and storytelling.

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Terrifier Maze at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights

Artistic Entertainment Services played a key role in bringing the chilling Terrifier haunted house to life for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood. The immersive maze blends iconic horror cinema with high-impact theatrical design — inviting guests to step inside a fear-inducing world that’s as unforgettable as it is terrifying.

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AES Builds Immersive Star Trek Experience for Universal Studios Hollywood Fan Fest Nights

Artistic Entertainment Services helped bring the Star Trek: Red Alert adventure to life at Universal Studios Hollywood’s after-hours Fan Fest Nights, where fans step aboard a detailed USS Enterprise environment and explore iconic sci-fi worlds. The experience blends immersive scenic fabrication with beloved franchise lore to create a must-see event for Trekkies and theme park fans alike. 

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AES Brings Disneyland Resort’s 70th Anniversary Celebration to Life with Park-Wide Décor

Artistic Entertainment Services helped transform the Disneyland Resort for its 70th anniversary, creating immersive décor installations across the parks, Downtown Disney, and resort hotels. From iconic landmarks to vibrant anniversary moments, the celebration showcases large-scale scenic fabrication at the heart of Disney storytelling.

Architectural Digest spotlights the Vanity Fair Oscar Party

where AES craftsmanship created the perfect backdrop for Hollywood's biggest night."

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SNL 50th Party

Behind the Scenes:

AES crafted custom elements for SNL's 50th Anniversary celebration. Click to see our team's contributions to this historic television milestone.

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San Diego Zoo Wildlife A Wins Sweepstakes

AES craftsmanship shines in Los Angeles Times feature on the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance float receiving the prestigious Sweepstakes Award at the 2025 Rose Parade.

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