CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice presented by Metro

August 17, 2025 at 09:00 AM

CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice

Join us for our 61st Los Angeles Open Streets Event: CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice! This CicLAvia is presented by Metro.

Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025 / domingo 17 de agosto 2025

Time: 9am-4pm

Location: Connecting Culver City, Mar Vista, and Venice

What: CicLAvia is a non-profit organization that has been opening streets throughout LA County since 2010. Come experience car-free open streets at our 61st event, CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice.

Enjoy the pop-up park for the day in your favorite people-powered way, whether that's walking, jogging, biking, roller skating, skating, or simply spectating! All ages and abilities are welcome. Be sure to join our email list so you don't miss any event news and updates. Use the CicLAvia interactive digital map to plan which businesses, local gems, activities along the route, and Hubs to check out during the event on August 17! Click HERE to download the CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice route map.

New to CicLAvia?

Here are some things to know before you go:

  • CicLAvia is FREE!
  • CicLAvia lasts from 9am to 4pm.
  • CicLAvia closes streets to car traffic and opens them for people to walk, skate, bike, play, and explore parts of Los Angeles County.
  • CicLAvia is not a race! There's no starting point or finish line—begin where you like and enjoy the day your way.
  • CicLAvia traffic flows in two directions, just like regular traffic. Check out more rules of the route.
  • As a general rule of thumb, only people-powered vehicles are allowed, with exceptions for persons with disabilities. That means we do not allow electric scooters, electric skateboards, hoverboards, electric unicycles, motorcycles and other non-people-powered vehicles, but we do allow motorized wheelchairs and related vehicles for people with disabilities. We want to make sure that everyone can enjoy our route.
  • Are e-bikes allowed? Class 1 e-bike pedal-assist allowed. Class 2 e-bikes allowed when throttle is powered off. Class 3 e-bikes allowed when pedal-assist is powered off. Learn more here. General rule of thumb: if you're pedaling (and not riding), you're clear.
  • As consideration for being allowed to participate in a CicLAvia, all participants are deemed to have released from liability and waived any right to sue its organizers, their employees, officers, volunteers and agents from any and all claims, including claims of negligence, resulting in any physical injury, illness (including death) or economic loss suffered as a result of participating in this CicLAvia.
  • By participating in a CicLAvia event, each participant understands that there are risks, such as physical and/or psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability, death or economic loss. These injuries or outcomes may arise from a participant’s or other’s actions, inactions, or negligence, or the condition of the location (s) or facility (ies). Nonetheless, participants assume all known and unknown risks of participation in CicLAvia.

Questions or Concerns

For general event information please email us or call 213.355.8500.

For concerns regarding the Los Angeles street closure permit, contact LA Bureau of Street Services, Investigation, and Enforcement Division, Special Events at 213.847.6000.

Thank You to Our Partners

 City of Los Angeles    CicLAvia Individual Sponsors   

And Our Event Sponsors

              LADWP         

And Our Community Partners

Council District 11

Rentals

Want to ride a bike, rollerblade, or skateboard at CicLAvia, but don't own your own equipment? Not a problem! Below is a list of some bike and skate shops throughout the county that offer rentals. We are constantly updating this list. So, if you notice that we're missing anything, know of a shop that rents bikes, or know of one you'd like to see listed, let us know. 

CicLAvia has partnered with Unlimited Biking to provide on-site bike rentals on 8/17 with pickup and drop-off at the Mar Vista Hub! Click here to reserve a bike in advance. A limited number of bikes will be available to rent at the event on a first-come, first-served basis. Helmet rental is complementary, and a portion of the proceeds are donated to CicLAvia.

Metro Bike Share - There are multiple Metro Bike Share stations throughout Los Angeles with bikes available 24/7 on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit this map to plan ahead to plan your day, or download the Metro Bike Share app to see real-time bike availability.
To support the event, Metro Bike Share will also have temporary pop-up stations at the Arts District and Venice Beach Hub that will operate from 9am – 3pm. All bikes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and can be returned to the Metro Bike Share team at the Historic South Central Hub before the end of the event or to any station with an open dock when you are finished riding. Please note: At 2:30 pm, the virtual checkout option will close; check-ins will remain open. Metro Bike Share will staff the booth up on the sidewalk until 3:30 pm to check in the overflow bikes.

Be sure to tag @BikeMetro and @CicLAvia on Facebook, X, and Instagram!

Please remember, bikes are not required to participate in CicLAvia! You can walk, run, skate, scoot, take a pedicab or rollerblade. Anything that is people-powered is allowed. If you decide to rent, be sure to call ahead and pay for your reservation in advance, as rentals have been known to sell out on CicLAvia Sundays.

Los Angeles Rentals by Neighborhood

List of shops that offer rentals, sorted alphabetically by neighborhood.

Beverly Hills / West Hollywood

Culver City

  • Abba Padre Bikes and Books | 4219 Sepulveda Blvd #A, Culver City, CA 90230 | 310.390.5203
  • The Bike Center | 3702 S Robertson Blvd Culver City, CA 90232 | 213.922.2148
  • The Bike Shop California | 3770 Motor Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034 | 310.838.9644
    • Call in advance to reserve a bike
  • Wombi | 8586 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 | 213.377.6675

Downtown / Central LA

  • DAG Riders | 7018 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90047 | 213.733.7443
  • DTLA Bikes | 425 S Broadway (at 4th), Los Angeles, CA 90013 | 213.533.8000
    • Offers a fleet of more than 200 bikes that are ready to ride
    • Also offers helmets
  • Just Ride LA | 1626 S Hill St (at Venice Blvd), Los Angeles, CA 90015 | 213.745.6783
    • In order to ensure availability, please reserve up to 3 days in advance
    • Also offers locks and helmets
  • LA Golden Bicycles | 40001 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90010 | 213.739.9911
  • Ride On! Bike Shop/Co-op | 4319 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008 | 323.903.5043

Foothills

  • Incycle | 501 W Arrow Hwy, San Dimas, CA 91773 | 909.592.2181 

Glendale / Atwater Village

Long Beach / San Pedro

  • Pedal Movement | 223 E 1st St, Long Beach, CA 90802 | 562.436.2453 

Marina Del Rey

San Fernando Valley

San Gabriel Valley

  • Around the Cycle | 1270 Lincoln Ave #1500, Pasadena, CA 91103 | 626.765.6601
  • Incycle | 175 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105 | 626.577.0440
  • Velo Pasadena Inc | 2562 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107 | 626.304.0064

Santa Monica

Venice

Westchester

Bike Delivery

  • Synaptic Cycles | Los Angeles road bike rentals, delivered to your door for free | 949.484.6409

Accessibility

The CicLAvia route is accessible via many different forms of transportation. There is not one place to start or finish. Join us anywhere along the route or at a Hub and see where the day takes you.

CicLAvia welcomes everyone to our events and works to make each route accessible to all individuals.

CicLAvia utilizes the infrastructure of the city and county of Los Angeles so participants can enter or exit anywhere along the route, making use of streets, ramps, and sidewalks. When facilities are added to the route at Hubs (restrooms, water areas, etc.), they are all ADA compliant.

There are gradual inclines along each route and any portion deemed steep will have volunteers stationed to guide participants. While steep and congested areas are usually mandatory dismount zones, participants unable to dismount are not required to do so. 

Service animals are welcome.

Read more about event Hubs, elevation, getting around during a CicLAvia event, and parking along the route.

Elevation 

The route contains gradual elevation change over the course of 6.75 miles with a gradual incline from Mar Vista Hub to Arts District Hub. Download a PDF of the CicLAvia elevation map.

Hub Information

Hubs are resting and meeting points along the route. Each hub has free basic bike repair, bike parking, an information booth, CicLAvia merchandise, free drinking water, and ADA-compliant restrooms. Some hubs include additional programming and activities. 

Hub Addresses

Mileage Between Hubs

  • Arts District Hub to Downtown Culver City Hub: 1 mile
  • Downtown Culver City Hub to Pit Stop: 2.2 miles
  • Pit Stop to Mar Vista Hub: 1.6 miles
  • Mar Vista Hub to Venice Beach Hub: 1.9 miles
  • Venice Beach Hub to Arts District Hub: 6.75 miles

Getting Around at CicLAvia

Participants with mobility limitations are welcome to use manual wheelchairs, motorized wheelchairs, scooters, pedal-assist bikes, and adaptive bicycles. 

Catch a free pedicab ride during CicLAvia! Pedicab stops are located at each Hub's info booth and will travel between Hubs. Look for the pedicab stop sign at each Hub’s info booth. Pedicabs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Riders must be able to step into or transfer into the pedicab.

Parking Along the Route

All lots are pay lots, and near the route. Parking rates vary. Use ParkMe to find a lot along our route, or use Parkopedia to find nearby parking lots. If planning to park in neighborhoods along the route, please make sure to read all posted parking restrictions.

Culver City

Ivy Station Parking Garage - 8817 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232

Cardiff Parking Garage - 3846 Cardiff Ave, Culver City, CA 90232 (Enter on Venice Blvd)

Watseka Parking Garage - 3844 Watseka Ave, Culver City, CA 90232 (Enter on Venice Blvd)

Live/Work Along the Route

If you live/work along the route and want to know more about how CicLAvia will affect you, please download the CicLAvia route notification flyer (Spanish) which includes information on streets closures, parking restrictions, and parking options for residents and employees of local businesses.

Street Closures

The route will be closed to vehicles from 7am to approximately 6pm on Sunday, August 17. Some streets near event Hubs may close as early as 6am. The event runs from 9am–4pm, and streets will be fully open to cars by approximately 6pm.

Parking Restrictions

No parking will be allowed on the route after 1:00am on Sunday, August 17. Parking restrictions will be posted, and towing will be enforced. Additional street parking near the route may be restricted. Please check posted parking restrictions in your neighborhood.

Vehicle Access

No vehicles are allowed on the route between 7am and approximately 6pm. There are crossing points at several intersections where vehicles can cross along the route. Crossings are indicated on the CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice route map.

Driveway Access

Please be aware that all driveways on the route will be blocked and inaccessible beginning at 7am on Sunday, August 17. If your vehicle is parked in your driveway and you need to use it after 7am on August 17, please park elsewhere, as the vehicle will be inaccessible until approximately 6pm. Vehicles will not be allowed to enter or exit the route during this time. 

Bus Detours

All buses along the CicLAvia route will be detoured:

Big Blue Bus Detours

Culver City Bus Detours

Metro Bus Detours

In addition, be sure to check your bus stop on Sunday, August 17 for posted signs outlining specific detours for your stop.

Parking Reimbursement

If you are a resident or business directly on the route, CicLAvia can reimburse you up to $20 per vehicle for any parking costs you incur from 8pm on Saturday, August 16 through 5pm on Sunday, August 17. For reimbursement, mail a copy of your parking receipt and proof of residence or employment to CicLAvia at 525 S Hewitt St, Los Angeles, CA 90013 or email [email protected] subject line: Parking Reimbursement.

Business Participation

CicLAvia is one of the largest open streets events in the country—a free event, open to all. At CicLAvia, streets are car-free for individuals and families to explore by foot, bike, and other forms of non-motorized transport.

Is your business on or near the route? Here are some tips for engaging thousands of potential new customers.

Download Business Opportunity Flyer

Business Opportunities at CicLAvia

Oportunidades comerciales en CicLAvia

Print Your Own Event Poster

Event Poster/Cartel del Evento

What will you see at CicLAvia?

  • Thousands of people enjoying the car-free streets on foot, bike, scooter, skateboard, or wheels.
  • Happy people looking to support restaurants, shops, and businesses in the community.
  • Safe, fun, family-oriented activities at hubs and along the route.
  • Businesses and community groups activating sidewalks and other spaces along the route.
  • Participants making use of the restrooms, free water, first aid, trash/recycling, bike parking, free bike repair, and information booths provided by CicLAvia along the route.
  • Traffic, safety, and crowd control services in place along the route and at car crossing points.

How to Take Advantage of the Thousands of Potential Customers Passing by your Door

  • PLAN TO BE OPEN ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT (Sunday, 9am–4pm). Bring attention to your storefront with signage and banners.
  • BRING YOUR BUSINESS OUTSIDE. Do you have permission to use the sidewalk in front of your business? Bring products, music, or seating outside. Remember to maintain the required 4' clearance for ADA access. (Please note: no stationary objects are allowed in the street.)
  • HELP GET THE WORD OUT! Display a CicLAvia poster or give CicLAvia postcards to your customers. Request supplies at [email protected]. 
  • OFFER AN EVENT DAY SPECIAL OR DISCOUNT. Offer a special or discount and be listed for free on our website and interactive digital map, subject to approval. To participate, email [email protected] or call 213.355.8500 by Wednesday, August 13. Include the Business Name, Special/Discount Offer, Business address, Business website link (if available), and Business phone.

Questions about what’s best for your business? Contact us at [email protected] or 213.355.8500.

Participate in the CicLAvia Savings Program

Is Your Business on or near the CicLAvia Route? Encourage participants to stop by on the day of the event by offering a special discount to CicLAvia participants.

We’ll highlight your family-friendly business (such as restaurants, movie theaters, toy stores, clothing shops, hair salons, banks, etc.) for free on the CicLAvia website (pending internal approval).

To join, follow these guidelines:

  • Offer a discount to customers during all business hours during CicLAvia.
  • Email us at [email protected] or call 213.355.8500 to share your discount offer by Wednesday, August 13. Make sure to provide your name, business name, business address, business contact info, email, website link (if applicable), and more info on your discount offer.

Street Closure Information

The route will be closed to vehicles from 7am to approximately 6pm on Sunday, August 17. Some streets near event Hubs may close as early as 6am. The event runs from 9am–4pm, and streets will be fully open to cars by approximately 6pm.

Cars can cross the route at selected major streets. Crossings are indicated on the CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice route map.

All other cross streets will be closed at the route. Streets adjacent to the route will remain open to local access for residents and businesses.

Parking Restrictions

No parking will be allowed on the route after 1:00am on Sunday, August 17. Parking restrictions will be posted, and towing will be enforced. Additional street parking near the route may be restricted. Please check posted parking restrictions in your neighborhood.

Vehicle Access

No vehicles are allowed on the route between 7am and approximately 6pm. There are crossing points at several intersections where vehicles can cross along the route. Crossings are indicated on the CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice route map.

Driveway Access

Please be aware that all driveways on the route will be blocked and inaccessible beginning at 7am on Sunday, August 17. If your vehicle is parked in your driveway and you need to use it after 7am on August 17, please park elsewhere, as the vehicle will be inaccessible until approximately 6pm. Vehicles will not be allowed to enter or exit the route during this time. 

Bus Detours

All buses along the CicLAvia route will be detoured:

Big Blue Bus Detours

Culver City Bus Detours

Metro Bus Detours

In addition, be sure to check your bus stop on Sunday, August 17 for posted signs outlining specific detours for your stop.

Parking Reimbursement

If you are a resident or business directly on the route, CicLAvia can reimburse you up to $20 per vehicle for any parking costs you incur from 8pm on Saturday, August 16 through 5pm on Sunday, August 17. For reimbursement, mail a copy of your parking receipt and proof of residence or employment to CicLAvia at 525 S Hewitt St, Los Angeles, CA 90013 or email [email protected] subject line: Parking Reimbursement.

Street Closures/Bus Detours

On Sunday, August 17 the following streets will be closed to car traffic. No parking will be allowed on these streets beginning at 1am on Sunday, August 17. There are crossing points at several intersections where vehicles can cross along the route. 

On August 17 from 7 AM to 6 PM (approximately), these streets will be closed to cars:

  • Windward Ave, from Speedway to Main St
  • Main St, from Market St to Venice Way
  • Windward Cir
  • Grand Blvd, from Windward Cir to N Venice Blvd
  • N Venice Blvd, from Grand Blvd to Abbot Kinney Blvd
  • Venice Blvd, from Abbot Kinney Blvd to Centinela Ave
  • Centinela Ave, from Venice Blvd to Washington Pl
  • Washington Pl, from Centinela Ave to Washington Blvd
  • Washington Blvd, from Washington Pl to La Cienega Ave
  • Culver Blvd, from Irving Pl to Canfield Ave
  • Main St/Bagley Ave, from Venice Blvd to Culver Blvd

Some parts of these streets may close as early as 6 AM, so plan accordingly.

Download Street Closure Notification Flyer

Street Closures at CicLAvia

Cierres de calles en CicLAvia

Bus Detours

All buses along the CicLAvia route will be detoured:

Big Blue Bus Detours

Culver City Bus Detours

Metro Bus Detours

In addition, be sure to check your bus stop on Sunday, August 17 for posted signs outlining specific detours for your stop.

Parking

Use ParkMe to find a lot along our route! Additionally, use Parkopedia to find nearby parking lots. If planning to park in neighborhoods along the route, please make sure to read all posted parking restrictions.

Click HERE to download the route map.

Haga clic AQUI para descargar el mapa de ruta.

How to Participate

CicLAvia provides an opportunity to connect with Angelenos and communities throughout Los Angeles County in an entirely new way.

Participants are invited to walk, bike, skate, run, and enjoy the open streets on select Sundays! CicLAvia works hard to provide a safe and secure environment for all participants. By familiarizing yourself with the following information, you can help make CicLAvia a great event for everyone.

As consideration for being allowed to participate in a CicLAvia, all participants are deemed to have released from liability and waived any right to sue its organizers, their employees, officers, volunteers and agents from any and all claims, including claims of negligence, resulting in any physical injury, illness (including death) or economic loss suffered as a result of participating in this CicLAvia.

By participating in a CicLAvia event, each participant understands that there are risks, such as physical and/or psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability, death or economic loss. These injuries or outcomes may arise from a participant’s or other’s actions, inactions, or negligence, or the condition of the location (s) or facility (ies). Nonetheless, participants assume all known and unknown risks of participation in CicLAvia.

The Basics

  • CicLAvia is FREE!
  • February, December, and CicLAmini routes run on a slightly different schedule. Please review event pages for more specific details.
  • CicLAvia closes streets to car traffic and opens them for people to walk, skate, bike, play, and explore parts of Los Angeles County.
  • CicLAvia is not a race! There's no starting point or finish line—begin where you like and enjoy the day your way.
  • CicLAvia traffic flows in two directions, just like regular traffic. Check out more rules of the route.

Timing Your Trip

CicLAvia lasts from 9am–4pm* (*February and December routes end at 3pm due to Daylight Savings Time)

Please budget your time accordingly. Make sure you return to your point of origin or final destination by 4pm to avoid car traffic when the route reopens. 

Share the Road

Cars are not allowed at CicLAvia, but any other form of non-motorized transportation is. Be aware of how people around you are traveling—biking, walking, skating, etc.—and respect their right to the road.

Monitored Intersections

Police, transit officers, and volunteers will be at crossing intersections to monitor the flow of participant and car traffic. Riders and pedestrians must stop at car and pedestrian intersections when told to do so.

Speed

Please monitor your speed going downhill. Also, stay within the speed of the flow of traffic when it is too congested to pass.

Dismounts

There are often mandatory dismount locations. There will be signs at the dismount locations and volunteers instructing riders to dismount. 

What To Bring

  • Helmet: We highly recommend that everyone planning to come on a bike, scooter, skateboard, rollerblades, skates, and other wheeled forms of people-powered mobility wear a helmet at CicLAvia. Don’t worry- we are big fans of helmet hair. Helmets are required by California law for all kids under 18 if they are on a bike, scooter, skateboard, skates, or other types of geared or wheeled transportation.
  • Water bottle: Bring a reusable water bottle. We offer water refill stations at each Hub.
  • Sun protection: Bring your favorite hat and apply sunscreen.

Biking with Children

Our friends at REI have a comprehensive information and video page about biking with children. Please take the time to review this information if you plan to enjoy CicLAvia with children. 

Experienced Riders Recommended

CicLAvia is not an ideal place to teach a child, or an adult, how to ride due to the heavy flow of bike, board, and pedestrian traffic. While we encourage participants of all ages and skill levels, we strongly suggest that children and all participants learn the basics of bike riding before participating in the event route.

At CicLAvia, the Safety and Well-Being of our Participants is our Primary Concern

We work closely with local authorities to provide as safe and secure an environment as possible. We also partner with other local agencies that provide additional security elements along the route and at public transit locations.

Law Enforcement and Emergency Personnel

The Los Angeles Police Department provides a strong security presence at CicLAvia. In addition, there are emergency medical technicians stationed at each Hub, and other response personnel is available along the route.

In case of an accident, go to the nearest Hub to report it to a staff member. If you are between Hubs, look for the nearest uniformed officer, responder, or event staff member.

If you notice any suspicious activity or a suspicious package, immediately report it to the nearest staff member or uniformed officer.

Contact Staff and Volunteers

Staff can be identified by the t-shirt that says STAFF on the back. Volunteers can be identified by the t-shirt that says VOLUNTEER on the back. 

Staff members and volunteers can assist you in finding the answers to questions and help find the right person to respond to emergencies. If you are missing a member of your party, have been in a minor accident, or have been part of an incident, please contact staff at the nearest Hub. This is often the fastest way to ensure police officers or emergency personnel respond to the situation rapidly and effectively.

*February and December routes end at 3pm due to Daylight Savings Time

Group Meet Ups: Walk/Run Clubs, Feeder Rides

Please note these are not official CicLAvia events, please contact organizers for details and participate at your own risk.

Planning a feeder ride, walk, or run and want to add it to our site? Email us or share it on our Facebook event page!

Interactive Digital Map

Use the CicLAvia digital map to plan which businesses, local gems, activities along the route, and Hubs to check out during the event on August 17! Click HERE to download the CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice route map.

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Community Meeting

On Sunday, August 17, CicLAvia will temporarily remove cars from certain streets in Culver City, Mar Vista, and Venice and will open the street up to pedestrians, strollers, bikes, and more from 9am-4pm for a car-free day.

Click HERE to watch a recording of our CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice Community Meeting and learn about street closures, business opportunities, family activities, volunteer positions, and more.

Reuniónes de la Comunidad

El domingo, 17 de agosto de 9am-4pm CicLAvia removerá los automóviles temporalmente de ciertas calles en Culver City, Mar Vista, and Venice y las abrirá a peatones, carriolas, bicicletas y más para disfrutar un día sin automóviles.

Haga clic AQUI para ver una grabación de nuestra reunión comunitaria de CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice y obtener información sobre cierres de calles, oportunidades comerciales, actividades familiares, puestos de voluntariado y más.

Rain or Shine

CicLAvia will go on, rain or shine! Here are some things to keep in mind when riding or rolling in wet conditions.

  • Slow down. It’s easier to lose traction, especially in turns, when the road is wet. Avoid sharp turns and high speed turns so your bike won’t slide out from under you.

  • Skidding is more likely when the road is wet. Modulate your braking to avoid a skid.

  • Give yourself extra time and distance to stop.

  • Rim brake users, remember your rims are wet so it takes a little longer for your brake pads to catch. Pumping your brakes will help.

  • Be more cautious on (or avoid) surfaces that are extra slippery when wet. Such surfaces may include metal plates, manhole covers, train tracks, storm grates, and street “paint”.

  • Avoid riding through standing water or piles of wet leaves, which might conceal road defects.

  • Visibility is reduced when it’s raining. Wear bright, reflective clothing and use front and rear lights to help you see and be seen (even during the day).

Tips provided by our friends at The Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition.

Volunteer

Thank you for your interest in volunteering!

Whether you’re sixteen or sixty, an individual or with a group, there are many ways for CicLAvia fans to donate a few hours to the event. 

On the day of CicLAvia, enthusiastic supporters:

  • Help with way-finding, slow zones and dismount areas
  • Manage participant traffic at car crossing points
  • Provide participants with route and activity information

With CicLAvia, you have the opportunity to invest in your community as well as diverse communities throughout Los Angeles. Because of the help of people like you, we see streets and neighborhoods transform with each event and CicLAvia season. Be sure to also sign up for our mailing list to stay up to date on future volunteer opportunities!

Sign ups for CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice are now closed. Check out our Volunteer FAQ, contact us for more information, or sign up for future events below:

Sign up to volunteer at an upcoming event:

As an individual:

2025 Events Volunteer Interest Form

With a group:

Adopt-An-Intersection Program

 

Activities Along the Route

Activities abound along the CicLAvia—Culver City meets Venice 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
  • Free pedicabs – The pedicabs stop at each Hub's Info Booth, so just look for the yellow umbrella! 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:

 

Arts District Hub

Reference address: 8554 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232

🟫 The Architecture for Communities Los Angeles (ACLA) booth will have an activity hub and a variety of interactive elements to engage with, including an upcycled bike rack by local sculptor EJ Gottlieb, a fun photobooth, and a giant color wheel by Alex Malekmeh.

🟢 BikeLA is a community-based nonprofit organization that works to make LA County an equitable, healthy, safe, and inclusive place to ride a bike through advocacy, education, and outreach. They will be sharing info and gathering community input on the expansion of the Metro Bike Share (MBS) program in Central LA alongside Metro Bike staff. There will be map boards for folks to place a pin to suggest an MBS location and giveaways.

🟫 Grab a bite at one of the local restaurants, take a break, and relax in the shaded seating area brought to you by KCSN/88.5, The SoCal Sound.

🎨 LA Phil will provide details for the remaining Walt Disney Concert Hall, Hollywood Bowl, and The Ford 2025 seasons, including brochures, giveaways, and plenty of information for their summer concerts (while supplies last).

🏛️ The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk is a government agency working to enhance community awareness about opportunities to serve as election workers during voting periods. Swing by their booth for more information.

🔷 Metro Bike Share will provide a temporary pop-up station accepting returns until 3:30 pm on event day. Be sure to stop by for cool swag, fun activities, to meet the team, and to ask them any questions about using Metro Bike Share all over LA County. All bikes are first-come, first-served and must be returned to a station when you are done riding.

🟫 Relax and play some games in the Play Zone brought to you by SCAG and the Go Human initiative—a community engagement program with the goals of reducing traffic collisions in Southern California and encouraging people to walk and bike more.

🟫 Share your thoughts on traffic safety with the Streets Are For Everyone team! They will also be sharing more information about upcoming events.

🟫 Streets For All is conducting a transportation revolution in Los Angeles. They advocate for transportation, pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, and safe streets. Stop by their booth to learn how to get involved.

🔷 Upway is an online marketplace specializing in buying, refurbishing, and selling used electric bikes, aiming to make sustainable transportation more accessible and affordable. Upway also provides a platform for selling your used e-bike, handling the process from offer to payment. Swing by their booth and receive a free helmet in return for signing up, while supplies last.

🟫 Walk 'n Rollers is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit focused on bicycle and pedestrian safety education. In partnership with SCAG and the Go Human initiative, they will be giving out adult bicycle helmets while supplies last, as well as sharing information on upcoming safety classes and rides.

🔷 Bike repair brought to you by SELA Bike Center.

 

Downtown Culver City Hub

Reference address: 9400 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232

🟫 Come celebrate AARP California’s 90th birthday at their booth! They will also provide information about Social Security and share fun giveaways.

🟢 BikeCulverCity (a chapter of BikeLA) is a volunteer- and member-supported organization that advocates to make Culver City more bike-friendly. They’ll hand out swag, stickers, lap bands, etc., all while sharing details about upcoming events and local advocacy opportunities.

🟢 As a longtime champion of sustainable transportation, Culver CityBus is excited to connect with participants to promote healthy, people-powered mobility and transform streets into vibrant public spaces. Stop by their booth to learn about their services and pick up free swag!

🟫 Culver City Friends of the Library (CCFOL) is a group of volunteers dedicated to supporting the Culver City Julian Dixon Library. Stop by their booth to learn about library cards, CCFOL membership, and free book coupons for an in-store book room sale. 

🟫 Culver City Recreation and Parks will showcase all the programs they have to offer the community. Stop by their booth to learn more.

🟫 Stop by the LA Metro pop-up spot to learn more about their programs including:

  • Metro GoPass program - allows students at participating K-12 schools and community colleges to ride Metro buses and trains for free. 
  • Metro U-Pass program - offers college students unlimited rides on all Metro services in LA County, including Metro Rail, Metro Rapid, and Express buses.
  • Metro Rail Safety Programs - strive to increase safe ridership through educational rail safety presentations and travel training at schools within a 0.5-mile radius of street-running Metro rail lines (A, E & K Lines).
  • Metro Life Program - commonly known as "Low Income Fare is Easy" (LIFE), offers discounted transit fares and free rides for low-income residents in Los Angeles County.
  • Upcoming projects on the I-405 and Sepulveda Transit Corridor.

🔷 Serve Robotics, Inc. develops advanced, AI-powered, low-emission sidewalk delivery robots to make delivery sustainable and economical. Stop by their booth to learn more and get your questions answered about their operations in and around Culver City.

🔷 Bike repair brought to you by Bike Oven.

 

Near the Hub:

🟫 Roll through Ivy Station to grab a refreshing beverage and a bite to eat from our on-site restaurants and food pop-ups and enjoy live music, DJs, a beer garden, lawn games, and more from 10am to 4pm on the lawn.

🎨 Experience The Actors’ Gang’s Shakespearean twist at Media Park! Roswell That Ends Well blends outer space adventure with wild west charm in a reimagining of All’s Well That Ends Well. Follow a cowgirl with big dreams of a life of outerspace dance battling as her wish comes true when a four-armed alien king enters the scene.

🟢 Stop by the NMDP (formerly Be The Match) booth to learn how you could help save a life. NMDP is a nonprofit organization that connects patients battling blood cancers and other life-threatening diseases with matching stem cell donors. Joining the registry is quick and easy—it takes just about 5 minutes to fill out a short health survey and complete a simple cheek swab.

 

Pit Stop

Reference address: 11600 Washington Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90066

The Pit Stop will only have:

  • Free water station and restrooms
  • First Aid station
  • Free water station
  • Free pedicabs— First come, first served; look for the yellow umbrella!
  • Free bike repair brought to you by Sports Basement

 

Mar Vista Hub

Reference address: 12925 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066

🎨 826LA is dedicated to unlocking and cultivating the creative power of writing for students ages 6 to 18. Join 826LA at their booth to co-write a wild, one-word-at-a-time story with your fellow Angelenos. Let your imagination ride alongside your neighbors in this playful, community-powered storytelling adventure.

🟫 The Office of Traffic Safety within the Community Investment for Families Dept. will share information on bicycle and pedestrian safety and will provide FREE bike helmets/wheel reflectors to you ages 5-12 yrs old. (Child needs to be present, while supplies last)

🏛️ Representatives from the Office of Councilwoman Traci Park, Council District 11, will offer information on accessing city services as well as fun swag giveaways.

🏛️ The LA City Clerk's Office will host a civic engagement and voter information table, with information about upcoming elections and ensuring eligible residents are properly registered to vote.

🏛️ Visit the LADOT Transit Team to help reload TAP cards for LIFE participants and get information on DASH service, LAnow (on-demand service), and Cityride (dial-a-ride service).

🏛️ 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.

🎨 LAist is a nonprofit public media organization and the largest NPR station in Los Angeles (89.3 FM), delivering trusted journalism and storytelling across radio, digital, podcasts, and events to help Southern Californians stay informed, engaged, and connected. Stop by their booth to learn more!

🏛️ Los Angeles Clean Cities Coalition will answer all your questions and share information about alternatives to gasoline combustion vehicles and current EV incentives and rebates.

🟫 The Los Angeles Public Library provides free and easy access to information, ideas, books, and technology that enrich, educate, and empower every individual in the city's diverse communities. Stop by their booth for library card sign-ups, resources for all ages, books, and LAPL freebies.

🟫 Stop by The Los Angeles Zoo booth to check out different touchable objects related to a variety of animals and the field of conservation, trivia games, and prizes, and talk with educators to help you connect to nature and the world around us. The LA Zoo aims to show the community that the L.A. Zoo is a space for everyone and try to show Angelenos how they work towards their missions of saving wildlife, creating connections to nature, and enriching the community.

🏛️ Mar Vista Voice is committed to raising the voices of the unrepresented and unheard neighbors of Mar Vista. Stop by their booth to learn more.

🟫 Rediscover Center Inc. brings hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) education to youth across Los Angeles County. They’ll be providing kid-friendly crafting of bike accessories for creative STEAM fun!

🟫 Thousand makes helmets that you'll want to wear. Stop by their booth to answer a few questions and be entered to win a Thousand helmet! They’ll be giving away 20 helmets on event day.

🟫 CicLAvia has partnered with Unlimited Biking to provide on-site bike rentals on 8/17 with pickup and drop-off at the Mar Vista Hub! Click here to reserve a bike in advance. A limited number of bikes will be available to rent at the event on a first-come, first-served basis. Helmet rental is complementary, and a portion of the proceeds are donated to CicLAvia.

🔷 Bike repair brought to you by Bikerowave.

 

Near the Hub:

🎨 Alana's Coffee Roasters will have a stage with music, entertainment, dance, art, and food and beverage vendors in the parking lot. Brought to you by the Mar Vista Music Project. Click HERE for more information.

🟢 The Learning Garden will be offering tours during event day from 12pm - 3pm! 

 

Venice Beach Hub

Reference address: 121 Windward Ave, Venice, CA 90291

🟢 Cigna Healthcare’s Wellness in Motion mobile clinic will be offering free biometric health and skin cancer screenings that can help catch conditions like heart disease or diabetes early before they become more serious. Health coaches will be on-site to help you talk through your results and take follow-up steps to improve your overall wellness. Providence Saint John's Health Center will be there as well, highlighting their latest services and sharing valuable wellness resources to help you stay informed.

🔷 Metro Bike Share will provide a temporary pop-up station accepting returns until 3:30 pm on event day. Be sure to stop by for cool swag, fun activities, meet the team, and ask us any questions about using Metro Bike Share all over LA County. All bikes are first-come, first-served and must be returned to a station when you are done riding. In addition, there are multiple Metro Bike Share stations throughout Los Angeles with bikes available 24/7 on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit this map to plan ahead to plan your day, or download the Metro Bike Share app to see real-time bike availability.

🎨 Venice Arts is a nonprofit organization founded in 1993 with a mission to ignite, expand, and transform the lives of Los Angeles’ low-income youth through photography, film and media, and arts education, and to use their participatory storytelling practices to amplify the voices of underrepresented communities around the world. Stop by their booth for zine making and fashion design worksheets.

🟢 Venice Family Clinic is a nonprofit organization that provides quality healthcare to over 45,000 people in need from the Santa Monica Mountains through the South Bay, regardless of income, immigration status, or insurance/ability to pay. Stop by their booth for more information.

🎨 The Venice Heritage Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, showcasing, and nurturing the diverse cultural heritage and histories of Venice, CA. At their booth they will have information on the museum and giveaways.

🏛️ Ride on over and visit the Venice Neighborhood Council Outreach Committee  booth! They’ll have interactive games, snacks, and information about their mission to improve the quality of life in Venice, CA.

🏛️ The Office of Councilwoman Traci Park, Council District 11, will provide general city services, resources, and swag along with supporting the Venice Paparazzi photo booth, so stop by to learn and have your red carpet moment!  

🔷 Bike repair brought to you by Jays Bike Rentals.

 

Near the Hub:

🟫 Stop by the Social and Public Art Resource Center (SPARC) at 685 Venice Blvd for a quick art stop! They’ll have refreshing drinks from Healing Grounds Coffee Truck and fun art activities with Elsie Dye Sims for the whole family to get your creativity rolling! Create CA will also be there to show you how to take action, explore free advocacy tools, and join in shaping a future where the arts are not a privilege but a right for every student. 

🎨 Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center will be having a special sidewalk sale of books, zines, and merch! Come enjoy and take a break in their beautiful native garden cared for by Safe Place for Youth (S.P.Y.).

 

Along the route:

🟫 Visit our interactive digital map for exact locations of activations and business specials along the route!

Specials Along the Route

Check out the specials, deals, and discounts along the August 17 CicLAvia route! Want to add a special for your business? Check out the CicLAvia Business Opportunity flyer! (Spanish)

Align Your Vibes Chiropractic - West LA

11605 Washington Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90066

Event Special:

  • Align Your Vibes Chiropractic - West LA will be offering a 45 mins New Patient Chiropractic Appointment for $60 (originally $155) on CicLAvia Sunday!

Stanley's Wet Goods

9620 Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232

Event Special:

  • Stanley's Wet Goods will be offering special promotions to all CicLAvia participants on event day. Happy Hour specials available all day for participants:

    • $10 wine selections

    • $2 off all draft beers

    • Special food pricing

Enter Martial Arts

12932 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066

Event Special:

  • Enter Martial Arts will be offering 1 week of lessons for FREE for the whole family on CicLAvia Sunday!

Massage Garage

3812 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232

Event Special:

  • Massage Garage will be offering a $10 discount coupon (for future massage) to participants on CicLAvia Sunday!

Centinela Feed & Pet Supplies

3860 S Centinela Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90066

Event Special:

  • Centinela Feed & Pet Supplies will be offering a 20% in-store sale on CicLAvia Sunday during their open hours of 10am-7pm!
  • Find them at their parking lot on Centinela Ave handing out dog/cat food samples and coupons to guests participating in CicLAvia.
  • They will also be handing out Dog Frozen Yogurt for your furry friends.

BTC by Chef Kang

12350 Washington Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90066

Event Special:

  • BTC by Chef Kang will be offering a CicLAvia $10 special for multiple items on their menu! Check out the full list HERE.

Offer a special or discount and be listed for free on our website and interactive digital map, subject to approval. To participate, email [email protected] or call 213.355.8500 by Wednesday, April 2. Include the Business Name, Special/Discount Offer, Business address, Business website link (if available), and Business phone.

Getting to the Route, Parking, and Meetups

The CicLAvia route is accessible via many different forms of transportation. There is not one place to start or finish. Join us anywhere along the route or at a Hub and see where the day takes you.

Read more about the hubs, Metro, bike rentals, parking for the event, group meet Ups: walk/run clubs, feeder rides, bus detours, and help getting to an event.

Hub Addresses

Go Metro

These Metro Expo Line (Gold) stations are located less than 0.7 miles from the route:

Need help getting to a CicLAvia event?

Be sure to download the FREE Transit App to instantly see accurate next departure times, track buses and trains near you on the map, and see upcoming transit schedules. Use the trip planner to quickly compare trips - including options like bus and bike, or metro and subway. Get alerted about service disruptions and delays for your favorite lines, and save frequently used locations for trip directions in a tap.

Metro Bike Share

Metro Bike Share - There are multiple Metro Bike Share stations throughout Los Angeles with bikes available 24/7 on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit this map to plan ahead to plan your day, or download the Metro Bike Share app to see real-time bike availability.
To support the event, Metro Bike Share will also have temporary pop-up stations at the Arts District and Venice Beach Hub that will operate from 9am – 3pm. All bikes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and can be returned to the Metro Bike Share team at the Historic South Central Hub before the end of the event or to any station with an open dock when you are finished riding. Please note: At 2:30 pm, the virtual checkout option will close; check-ins will remain open. Metro Bike Share will staff the booth up on the sidewalk until 3:30 pm to check in the overflow bikes.

Be sure to tag @BikeMetro and @CicLAvia on Facebook, X, and Instagram!

Bike Rentals

CicLAvia has partnered with Unlimited Biking to provide on-site bike rentals on 8/17 with pickup and drop-off at the Mar Vista Hub! Click here to reserve a bike in advance. A limited number of bikes will be available to rent at the event on a first-come, first-served basis. Helmet rental is complementary, and a portion of the proceeds are donated to CicLAvia.

Please remember, bikes are not required to participate in CicLAvia! You can walk, run, skate, scoot, or take a pedicab. Anything that is people-powered is allowed. If you decide to rent, be sure to call ahead and pay for your reservation in advance, as rentals have been known to sell out on CicLAvia Sundays.

Plan ahead and visit ciclavia.org/rentals for more information about other bike rentals in Los Angeles County.

Bus Detours

All buses along the CicLAvia route will be detoured:

Big Blue Bus Detours

Culver City Bus Detours

Metro Bus Detours

In addition, be sure to check your bus stop on Sunday, August 17 for posted signs outlining specific detours for your stop.

Parking Along the Route

All lots are pay lots, and near the route. Parking rates vary. Use ParkMe to find a lot along our route, or use Parkopedia to find nearby parking lots. If planning to park in neighborhoods along the route, please make sure to read all posted parking restrictions.

Culver City

Ivy Station Parking Garage - 8817 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232

Cardiff Parking Garage - 3846 Cardiff Ave, Culver City, CA 90232 (Enter on Venice Blvd)

Watseka Parking Garage - 3844 Watseka Ave, Culver City, CA 90232 (Enter on Venice Blvd)

Group Meet Ups: Walk/Run Clubs, Feeder Rides

Please note these are not official CicLAvia events, please contact organizers for details and participate at your own risk.

Sunday Runday LA

Skate Hunnies x VibeRide

Bike Long Beach

Planning a feeder ride, walk, or run and want to add it to our site? Email us or tag us on socials!

Rentals

Want to ride a bike, rollerblade, or skateboard at CicLAvia, but don't own your own equipment? Not a problem! Below is a list of some bike and skate shops throughout the county that offer rentals. We are constantly updating our this list. So, if you notice that we're missing anything, know of a shop that rents bikes, or one you'd like to see listed, let us know. 

Please remember, bikes are not required to participate in CicLAvia! You can walk, run, skate, scoot, take a pedicab or rollerblade. Anything that is people-powered is allowed. If you decide to rent, be sure to call ahead and pay for your reservation in advance, as rentals have been known to sell out on CicLAvia Sundays.

Los Angeles Rentals by Neighborhood

List of shops that offer rentals, sorted alphabetically by neighborhood.

Beverly Hills / West Hollywood

Culver City

  • Abba Padre Bikes and Books | 4219 Sepulveda Blvd #A, Culver City, CA 90230 | 310.390.5203
  • The Bike Center | 3702 S Robertson Blvd Culver City, CA 90232 | 213.922.2148
  • The Bike Shop California | 3770 Motor Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034 | 310.838.9644
    • Call in advance to reserve a bike
  • Wombi | 8586 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 | 213.377.6675

Downtown / Central LA

  • Coco’s Variety Store | 2427 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90039 | 323.664.7400
  • DTLA Bikes | 425 S Broadway (at 4th), Los Angeles, CA 90013 | 213.533.8000
    • Offers a fleet of more than 200 bikes that are ready to ride
    • Also offers helmets
  • Just Ride Los Angeles | 1626 S Hill St (at Venice Blvd), Los Angeles, CA 90015 | 213.745.6783
    • In order to ensure availability, please reserve up to 3 days in advance
    • Also offers locks and helmets
  • LA Golden Bicycles | 40001 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90010 | 213.739.9911
  • Ride on Bike Shop/Co-op | 4319 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008 | 323.903.5043

Foothills

  • Incycle | 501 W Arrow Hwy, San Dimas, CA 91773 | 909.592.2181 

Glendale / Atwater Village

Long Beach / San Pedro

  • Pedal Movement | 223 E 1st St, Long Beach, CA 90802 | 562.436.2453 
  • Wheel Fun Rentals | 429 Shoreline Village Dr, Ste G, Long Beach, CA 90802 | 562.951.3857

Marina Del Ray

San Fernando Valley

  • Retro Xpress Bicycles | 14508 Victory Blvd, Van Nuys, CA 91401 | 818.200.9463
  • Trek Bicycle Westlake Village | 3835 E Thousand Oaks Blvd, Unit K
    Westlake Village, CA 91362 | 805.251.0946
  • Wheel Fun Rentals | 6300 Balboa Blvd, Van Nuys, CA 91316 | 818.212.4263
    • A wide range of bikes are available including cruisers, choppers, tandems, and surreys

San Gabriel Valley

  • Incycle | 175 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105 | 626.577.0440
  • Velo Pasadena Inc | 2562 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107 | 626.304.0064

Santa Monica

Venice

West LA

  • UCLA Bike Shop | 2131 John Wooden Ctr, Los Angeles, CA 90095 | 310.206.7219

Bike Delivery

  • Synaptic Cycles | Los Angeles road bike rentals, delivered to your door for free | 949.484.6409

How to Participate

CicLAvia provides an opportunity to connect with Angelenos and communities throughout Los Angeles County in an entirely new way.

Participants are invited to walk, bike, skate, run, and enjoy the open streets on select Sundays! CicLAvia works hard to provide a safe and secure environment for all participants. By familiarizing yourself with the following information, you can help make CicLAvia a great event for everyone.

As consideration for being allowed to participate in a CicLAvia, all participants are deemed to have released from liability and waived any right to sue its organizers, their employees, officers, volunteers and agents from any and all claims, including claims of negligence, resulting in any physical injury, illness (including death) or economic loss suffered as a result of participating in this CicLAvia.

By participating in a CicLAvia event, each participant understands that there are risks, such as physical and/or psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability, death or economic loss. These injuries or outcomes may arise from a participant’s or other’s actions, inactions, or negligence, or the condition of the location (s) or facility (ies). Nonetheless, participants assume all known and unknown risks of participation in CicLAvia.

The Basics

  • CicLAvia is FREE!
  • CicLAvia lasts from 9am to 4pm* (*February and December routes end at 3pm due to Daylight Savings Time)
  • CicLAvia closes streets to car traffic and opens them for people to walk, skate, bike, play, and explore parts of Los Angeles County.
  • CicLAvia is not a race! There's no starting point or finish line—begin where you like and enjoy the day your way.
  • CicLAvia traffic flows in two directions, just like regular traffic. Check out more rules of the route.

Timing Your Trip

CicLAvia lasts from 9am–4pm* (*February and December routes end at 3pm due to Daylight Savings Time)

Please budget your time accordingly. Make sure you return to your point of origin or final destination by 4pm to avoid car traffic when the route reopens. 

Share the Road

Cars are not allowed at CicLAvia, but any other form of non-motorized transportation is. Be aware of how people around you are traveling—biking, walking, skating, etc.—and respect their right to the road.

Monitored Intersections

Police, transit officers, and volunteers will be at crossing intersections to monitor the flow of participant and car traffic. Riders and pedestrians must stop at car and pedestrian intersections when told to do so.

Speed

Please monitor your speed going downhill. Also, stay within the speed of the flow of traffic when it is too congested to pass.

Dismounts

There are often mandatory dismount locations. There will be signs at the dismount locations and volunteers instructing riders to dismount. 

What To Bring

  • Helmet: We highly recommend that everyone planning to come on a bike, scooter, skateboard, rollerblades, skates, and other wheeled forms of people-powered mobility wear a helmet at CicLAvia. Don’t worry- we are big fans of helmet hair. Helmets are required by California law for all kids under 18 if they are on a bike, scooter, skateboard, skates, or other types of geared or wheeled transportation.
  • Water bottle: Bring a reusable water bottle. We offer water refill stations at each Hub.
  • Sun protection: Bring your favorite hat and apply sunscreen.

Biking with Children

Our friends at REI have a comprehensive information and video page about biking with children. Please take the time to review this information if you plan to enjoy CicLAvia with children. 

Experienced Riders Recommended

CicLAvia is not an ideal place to teach a child, or an adult, how to ride due to the heavy flow of bike, board, and pedestrian traffic. While we encourage participants of all ages and skill levels, we strongly suggest that children and all participants learn the basics of bike riding before participating in the event route.

At CicLAvia, the Safety and Well-Being of our Participants is our Primary Concern

We work closely with local authorities to provide as safe and secure an environment as possible. We also partner with other local agencies that provide additional security elements along the route and at public transit locations.

Law Enforcement and Emergency Personnel

The Los Angeles Police Department provides a strong security presence at CicLAvia. In addition, there are emergency medical technicians stationed at each Hub, and other response personnel is available along the route.

In case of an accident, go to the nearest Hub to report it to a staff member. If you are between Hubs, look for the nearest uniformed officer, responder, or event staff member.

If you notice any suspicious activity or a suspicious package, immediately report it to the nearest staff member or uniformed officer.

Contact Staff and Volunteers

Staff can be identified by the t-shirt that says STAFF on the back. Volunteers can be identified by the t-shirt that says VOLUNTEER on the back. 

Staff members and volunteers can assist you in finding the answers to questions and help find the right person to respond to emergencies. If you are missing a member of your party, have been in a minor accident, or have been part of an incident, please contact staff at the nearest Hub. This is often the fastest way to ensure police officers or emergency personnel respond to the situation rapidly and effectively.

*February and December routes end at 3pm due to Daylight Savings Time

Rain or Shine

CicLAvia will go on, rain or shine! Here are some things to keep in mind when riding or rolling in wet conditions.

  • Slow down. It’s easier to lose traction, especially in turns, when the road is wet. Avoid sharp turns and high speed turns so your bike won’t slide out from under you.

  • Skidding is more likely when the road is wet. Modulate your braking to avoid a skid.

  • Give yourself extra time and distance to stop.

  • Rim brake users, remember your rims are wet so it takes a little longer for your brake pads to catch. Pumping your brakes will help.

  • Be more cautious on (or avoid) surfaces that are extra slippery when wet. Such surfaces may include metal plates, manhole covers, train tracks, storm grates, and street “paint”.

  • Avoid riding through standing water or piles of wet leaves, which might conceal road defects.

  • Visibility is reduced when it’s raining. Wear bright, reflective clothing and use front and rear lights to help you see and be seen (even during the day).

Tips provided by our friends at The Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition.
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