Activities abound along the CicLAvia—Heart of LA route! You can also check out shops, eateries, local gems, and activities along the route using our interactive digital map!
Hubs
All Hubs will have:
- Free water stations and restrooms
- First Aid stations
- Bike parking
- Free pedicabs – the pedicabs stop at each Hub's Info Booth, so just look for the sign! First come first served.
- Free basic bike repair (more info below)
- All bike parking brought to you by Amazon
To better help you plan your day, we’ve added icons to each activity corresponding to the following themes:
🎨 = Arts & Culture
🟢 = Health & Wellness
🟫 = Kids & Family / Intergenerational Fun
🏛️ = Civic Engagement / City Resources
🔷 = Amenities & Services
Jump to each Hubs list of activities:
Bellevue between Glendale Blvd and Echo Park Ave
Reference address: 1632 Bellevue Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90026
🟫 The Netflix team will be promoting their new film SPELLBOUND. Stop by for custom route maps, a fun coloring station, and exciting giveaways!
🟫 CicLAvia has partnered with Unlimited Biking to provide on site bike rentals on 8/18 with pick up and drop off at the Echo Park Hub! Check here to reserve a bike in advance for 2-hour, 4-hour, or entire day time slots. A limited number of bikes will be available to rent at the event on a first come, first served basis. Helmet rental is complementary.
🎨 88.5 FM, the SoCal Sound will be offering ticket giveaways and swag! Stop by their booth for more information.
🎨 Join Self Help Graphics & Art for a creative Lotería workshop, where you'll explore the iconic bingo-style game rich with symbolic imagery. In Latin American culture, Lotería reflects the life and values of its time. In this workshop, you'll have the chance to craft your own Lotería card that resonates with your personal experiences and interpretation of the world.
🔷 Free basic bike repair services provided by Bici Libre
🏛️ Visit the Los Angeles Department of Neighborhood Empowerment booth! They will be joining CicLAvia to share more information about neighborhood councils and will be distributing FREE LA City swag (while supplies last).
🟫 Streets For All is a transportation non-profit who focuses on multi-modal transportation! They’ll have stickers, t-shirts, pins, and a lot to say about our upcoming projects.
🎨 Hop on board the Metro Art Bus at CicLAvia and take your selfies with the mobile We Are… portrait exhibition, learn how to load a bike onto a Metro bus bike rack, and grab some free Metro Art goodies while you travel throughout the Heart of LA. Celebrating the diversity of Los Angeles County, the Metro Art Bus features portraits of Metro transit riders. Each portrait is a story that is personal and universal, intimate and immediate—a single story among the many stories of 840,000 daily riders on Metro, and each told by an artist with ties to neighborhoods served by Metro.
🏛️ Visit the office of City Controller of Los Angeles, Kenneth Mejia, to learn more about their upcoming projects, goals and the city’s budget!
🏛️ The Echo Park Neighborhood Council (EPNC) is joining CicLAvia to provide information about the council and its various committees, highlighting opportunities for community involvement. Stop by to learn more and pick up some EPNC swag.
🏛️ Enhance your civic engagement this November by joining the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk team for the upcoming Presidential Election! They will be promoting a variety of job opportunities, and their team will be on-site handing out flyers and free promotional items.
🟫 Grab a bite to eat at a local food truck and take a break and relax in the shaded seating area brought to you by 88.5, The SoCal Sound.
Central Ave just south of 1st Street.
Reference address: 121 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
🏛️ The Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood Council (DLANC) is the closest form of government to the people. They are an advisory governmental body of the City of Los Angeles that advocates for the community on important issues like land-use, homelessness, housing, land use, emergency preparedness, public safety, parks, transportation, sustainability, and more. They provide local expertise and a local voice on the delivery of city services to the communities in Downtown Los Angeles.
🟫 Visit the AvalonBay Communities/AVA Arts District booth to explore their studio to 3-bedroom apartments, with special offers of up to 2 months free rent! You can also learn about their affordable workforce housing program.
🏛️ Learn more about Metro’s LA River Path Project. This eight-mile bicycle and pedestrian path will connect Elysian Valley to the City of Maywood, passing through downtown LA and Vernon. Stop by to share your feedback on design options, spin the prize wheel, and sign up for project updates. You can also take home more details about this exciting development!
🏛️ Ready to go more places with Metro? Qualifying LA County residents can enjoy 20 free rides every month on Metro or a discounted pass on another participating transit agency. Visit the Metro LIFE Program booth to sign up now and get unlimited free rides for the first 90 days!
🟫 The LA Phil will provide programming information for the Walt Disney Concert Hall 2024/2025 season as well as complimentary tickets to select upcoming concerts, LA Phil stickers, coloring sheets, and promotional materials for the LA Phil Affiliates program and YOLA.
🏛️ Students at participating K-12 and Community Colleges can enjoy the freedom of going anywhere, anytime for FREE on Metro buses and trains. Visit the Go Pass Metro booth for more information!
🟫 Stop by the LAist booth to grab some exclusive LAist-branded giveaways and learn more about their Voter Game Plan! They’re here to provide a clear, easy-to-understand guide to the upcoming November elections, helping you stay informed and ready to vote with confidence. Come say hello, pick up some freebies, and get election info you can trust!
🏛️ Stop by the Little Tokyo Service Center booth to spin the wheel for a chance to win exciting giveaways! You can also learn more about their various programs and services.
🎨 Discover the rich history of Japanese calligraphy while learning foundational techniques in this hands-on Calligraphy Workshop with Kuni Calligraphy!
🏛️ Stop by Councilmember de Leon's, District 14 booth to say hello!
🟫 Join the UCLA Extension staff at their booth for a chance to win exciting prizes at the spin raffle wheel! Prizes include shirts, stickers, tote bags, sunscreen, chapstick, and more. Don’t miss out on your chance to grab some fun swag!
🟢 Experience the light, refreshing taste of Suntory ALL-FREE, a non-alcoholic beverage from Japan with a beer-like flavor. Stop by for a free sample if you are 21+!
🔷 Bicycle Kitchen will be providing FREE bike repair!
🟫 The Netflix team will be promoting Netflix's new film SPELLBOUND. Stop by for custom route maps, a fun coloring station, and exciting giveaways!
🏛️ LA Waterkeeper will offer interactive water conservation materials and share information about current volunteer opportunities.
🟫 Stop by the Thousand Inc. booth to explore their stylish helmets and accessories, and learn more about their brand and mission. They'll also bring some fun—likely with a game of cornhole for the community to enjoy!
🔷 Take a break and relax in the shaded seating area brought to you by Brompton.
Adjacent to Central Plaza on Broadway
Reference address: 942 N. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012
🏛️ The Metro Link US Project proposes new elevated run-through tracks to enhance operational flexibility, expand capacity at Los Angeles Union Station (LAUS), and prepare for future high-speed rail service. The project also includes plans for an expanded passageway. Stop by for a Q&A with project staff!
🏛️ Council District 1, represented by Councilmember Hernandez, will be providing information on city services and offering an opportunity to engage with council staff in person.
🏛️ The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) will be sharing valuable information on how to access their services, as well as details about local safety and mobility projects. Stop by to learn how LADOT is working to enhance your community's transportation experience.
🏛️ The LADOT Transit team is dedicated to helping the community access essential transit information. They assist seniors and students with TAP card applications and offer support for the low-income program, providing free rides on public transportation. Visit their booth for more information!
🟢 Nongshim will be offering free samples of Shin Ramen and other delicious snacks. Stop by for a chance to win prizes with their Wheel of Fortune giveaway game!
🎨 Plaza de la Raza instructor, America Madrigal Herrera will lead a free workshop on papel picado (paper cutting). This activity is appropriate for all ages and materials will be provided!
🔷 Ryky’s Bike Shop will be providing free basic bike repair services.
🏛️ The Community Investment for Families Dept. (CIFD), will be providing FREE youth bicycle helmets for youth ages 5-17 years old (youth must be present, while supplies last). They will also have complimentary bike wheel reflectors, small safety items, and bicycle/pedestrian safety reading material.
🎨 Downtown Weekly will be handing out free newspapers and capturing the day’s best moments with event photos!
🏛️ The Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) is excited to share an array of free library resources, information about their diverse programs and services, and facilitate sign-ups for new library cards. Attendees will also have the opportunity to get free books from the LAPL Book Bike (while supplies last)!
🔷 The Metro Bike Share staff is excited to meet you and share more information about the bike share program! They’ll have cool swag available and the opportunity to share your thoughts and experiences using Metro Bike Share through their community survey. Metro Bikes will be available to check out on a first-come, first-served basis at our temporary station at the Chinatown Hub from 9am-2:30pm. Metro Bike Share staff will be available for assistance and bike returns from 9am-4pm. Download the Metro Bike Share app to purchase a pass ahead of time and plan your day by viewing locations of the many bike share stations near the route. Bikes are all first-come, first-served. Don’t forget to follow @bikemetro on social media, and always remember to return your Metro Bike to a station with an open dock when you are done riding.
🔷 Take a break and relax in the shaded seating area brought to you by Amazon.
1st Street between Boyle and State
Reference address: 1801 E. 1st St., Los Angeles, CA 90033
🏛️ Learn more about Metro’s LA River Path Project, an eight-mile shared-use bike and pedestrian path along the LA River, connecting Elysian Valley to Maywood through downtown LA and Vernon. Stop by to share your feedback on design options, spin the prize wheel for a chance to win, and sign up for project updates. You can also take home detailed information about this exciting project.
🏛️ Metro Public Safety Advisory Committee will be engaging with community members to discuss their Safety Committee and its initiatives.
🟫 The Netflix team will be promoting Netflix's new film SPELLBOUND. Stop by for custom route maps, a fun coloring station, and exciting giveaways!
🎨 Visit the Lucas Museum booth to get the latest updates on the museum’s opening schedule and exciting upcoming exhibits. Grab some exclusive Lucas-branded swag and learn key details about what’s in store for this one-of-a-kind museum!
🔷 SELA Bicycle Center will be providing free basic bike repair services!
🎨 Piece by Piece empowers individuals who have experienced homelessness or economic insecurity through free mosaic art workshops. These workshops help participants build confidence, earn supplemental income, and enhance their overall well-being and quality of life.
🔷 Take a break and relax in the shaded seating area brought to you by Amazon.
🎨 Catch Yuka for an epic performance on the rooftop of Distrito Catorce brought to you by the Boyle Heights Chamber of Commerce! The band seamlessly fuses Afro beats with merengue, punta, and cumbia, and will have you dancing to the vibrancy of their infectious beats. Whether it is paying homage to hardworking individuals in the community, or celebrating life and rhythm, their songs are an open invitation to hit the dance floor!
Cesar Chavez between Evergreen and Savannah
Reference address: 2924 E Cesar Chavez Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033
🟫 Visit the AARP CA booth to learn more about their offerings and grab cool giveaways and materials while supplies last!
🏛️ Join Inclusive Action for the City as they bring Cesar Chavez Blvd to life with resources focused on economic justice and community dignity. Visit the Inclusive Vendor Zone to enjoy fresh local food, including multicultural tacos, aguas frescas, and more!
🎨 Sunbeams (brought to you by Inclusive Action for the City) will host a community station featuring coloring, LEGO building, and Magna-Tiles, offering families a fun way to connect, learn about kindness, and build community.
🔷 Bike Oven will be offering FREE basic bike repair services.
🎨 Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory will feature live music from their KQBH DJs and host a recording of the PodPals youth podcast. Stop by their booth for great music and engaging activities! They'll also be hosting activities right outside their office at 2708 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, including a pup stop with fresh water and pet freebies. Enjoy live mural-making by talented artists from their Mural Workforce Academy (MWA) while you visit!
Come by and check out the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power’s (LADWP) booth to learn about their Electric Vehicle rebates and other discount programs.
🏛️ Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE) will be sharing valuable insights on street safety, their mission, and how to get involved as a volunteer. Learn about their impactful programs, including the Finish The Ride and Run event. Don’t miss your chance to spin the prize wheel and win free goodies!
🟫 The L.A. Zoo booth will feature hands-on animal artifacts and conservation-themed activities. Enjoy trivia games, prizes, and interactive sessions with our educational outreach staff, designed to engage guests of all ages and help them connect with nature. Their goal is to show the community that the L.A. Zoo is a welcoming space for everyone, while highlighting our mission to save wildlife, foster connections to nature, and enrich the lives of Angelenos.
🏛️ The LA Clean Cities Coalition will provide information on alternatives to gasoline-powered vehicles, including current EV incentives and rebates. Their team will also be on hand to answer any questions and discuss related initiatives with the public.
🏛️ Mayor Karen Bass's Office of Community Engagement will be distributing flyers with updates from the Mayor, along with some free swag for participants.
🏛️ The City of LA’s Department of Cannabis Regulation will engage participants in a fun and interactive public information campaign centered on the health, safety, and risks of cannabis products (must be 21+). No cannabis products will be sold, distributed, or displayed. They will have games, prizes and premium giveaways.
🔷 The Metro Bike Share staff is excited to meet you and share more information about the bike share program! They’ll have cool swag available and the opportunity to share your thoughts and experiences using Metro Bike Share through their community survey. Metro Bikes will be available to check out on a first-come, first-served basis at our temporary station at the Evergreen Hub from 9am-2:30pm. Metro Bike Share staff will be available for assistance and bike returns from 9am-4pm. Download the Metro Bike Share app to purchase a pass ahead of time and plan your day by viewing locations of the many bike share stations near the route. Bikes are all first-come, first-served. Don’t forget to follow @bikemetro on social media, and always remember to return your Metro Bike to a station with an open dock when you are done riding.
🏛️ The LA City Clerk will be available to register attendees to vote and share ways to get more involved in civic life, regardless of age or citizenship status!
🎨 Visionary artists Mark Mothersbaugh (Devo) and Beatie Wolfe invite you to take part in the relaunch of their collective art demo, Postcards For Democracy, ahead of the 2024 election. At the Postcards for Democracy booth you will be able to design your postcard from different art supplies to send into the campaign with a big exhibition of the cards to follow. Postcards for Democracy 2024 is supported by The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation.
🔷 Take a break and relax in the shaded seating area brought to you by Amazon.
Along the Route:
🎨 As you head across the 6th Street Bridge, look for images from LA River X, a public humanities project showcasing river stories that might otherwise be lost to history. The project invites everyday people to show what the river means to them, through photography, artwork, writing, sound, and video. At CicLAvia, a selection of LA River X images will augment your river view from the bridge, showing the river many miles upstream, downstream, and right where you are. For more LA River X go to @lariverx and @riodelosangelesx on Instagram, or lariverx.net.
🟢 Eastside Flea is an outdoor marketplace with local craft, food and drink vendors plus live music located in the parking lot at Eastside Rehearsal, LA's premier musician owned and operated music studio in Boyle Heights.
🎨 Join Las Fotos Project and East LA Film Shop for a photowalk! Meet at Las Fotos Project (2210 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033) at 10:00 am to explore the gallery and prepare to head out at 10:30 am. East LA Film Shop will be on site in case you would like to pick up some film! (They will also be around throughout the event if you would like to drop film off to be developed!) They will walk along the CicLAvia route from Las Fotos Project to the 6th Street Bridge and back, and will be led by one of East LA Film Shop’s owners, Jenny! Bring comfy shoes, water, and whatever else you may need to participate! This activity is for girls, women, and gender expansive individuals of all ages. Las Fotos Project will also have their gallery space open from 9-1 and will be offering free portraits from 11-1 pm. Stop by and check it out!
🎨 Los Angeles-based artist Audrey Chan has created an illustrated interactive story map inspired by community stories embedded within the Heart of Los Angeles corridor. Throughout the route, look for signs featuring neighborhood histories and scan the QR codes to learn more about some of the people, places, and struggles that flow through Los Angeles’ history and recent past.
🎨 Catch Snap Yourself!, the mobile photo booth, strolling along 1st Street in Boyle Heights, between Mariachi Plaza and N St. Louis Street, and be sure to take a photo to remember your day!
