CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods presented by Metro
Join us for our 67th Los Angeles Open Streets Event: CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods! This CicLAvia is presented by Metro.
Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026 / domingo 19 de julio 2026
Time: 9am–4pm
Location: Connecting 6.6 miles between East and West Hollywood.
What: CicLAvia is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been opening streets throughout LA County since 2010. Come experience car-free open streets at our upcoming event, CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods.
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.
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
And Our Event Sponsors
And Our Community Partners
Community Meeting
On Sunday, July 19, CicLAvia will temporarily remove cars from certain streets in East and West Hollywood and will open the street up to pedestrians, strollers, bikes, and more from 9am to 4pm for a car-free day.
Join us June 8 at 5:30pm for our CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods Community Meeting and learn about street closures, business opportunities, family activities, volunteer positions, and more.
Reuniónes de la Comunidad
El domingo 19 de julio, CicLAvia retirará temporalmente los automóviles de East y West Hollywood y las abrirá a peatones, cochecitos, bicicletas y más de 9am a 4pm para un día sin coches.
Acompáñenos el 8 de junio a las 5:30pm en nuestra reunión comunitaria de CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods, y entérese sobre los cierres de calles, oportunidades de negocio, actividades familiares, puestos de voluntariado y más.
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) (Thai) (Armenian) (Russian) 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, July 19. 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, July 19. 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—Meet the Hollywoods route map.
Driveway Access
Please be aware that all driveways on the route will be blocked and inaccessible beginning at 7am on Sunday, July 19. If your vehicle is parked in your driveway and you need to use it after 7am on July 19, 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 that usually run along the CicLAvia route will be detoured. Please check back here and at your local bus stops for detour information closer to the event date.
In addition, be sure to check your bus stop on Sunday, July 19 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, July 18 through 6pm on Sunday, July 19. 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, July 19 the following streets will be closed to car traffic. No parking will be allowed on these streets beginning at 1am on Sunday, July 19. There are crossing points at several intersections where vehicles can cross along the route.
The streets on the CicLAvia route will be closed to car traffic from 7am* to approximately 6pm on Sunday, July 19. No vehicles are allowed on the route during this time.
The following streets will be closed to cars during this time:
- Santa Monica Blvd from San Vicente Blvd to Highland Ave
- Highland Ave from Santa Monica Blvd to Hollywood Blvd
- Hollywood Blvd from N Orange Blvd to Virgil/Hillhurst Ave
The event runs from 9am to 4pm, and streets will be fully open to cars by approximately 6pm.
*Some street closures may begin between 4am and 6am.
Download Street Closure Notification Flyer
Driveway Access
All driveways on the route will be blocked and inaccessible from 7am* to approximately 6pm on Sunday, July 19. Vehicles will not be allowed to enter or exit the route during this time. If your only driveway will be blocked and you need to use your vehicle on Sunday, July 19, you must park elsewhere before 7am* that day or you will be blocked in until approximately 6pm.
Parking Restrictions
No parking will be allowed on Santa Monica Blvd from San Vicente Blvd to La Brea Ave from 4am to 6pm on Sunday, July 19.
No parking will be allowed on the remainder of the CicLAvia route from 1am to 6pm on Sunday, July 19.
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.
Delivery drivers will not be permitted to drive or park on the route during street closure hours. Please direct drivers to pull up or park on an adjacent side street.
Parking reimbursement
If you live or work directly on the route, CicLAvia can reimburse you up to $20 per vehicle for any parking costs you incur from 8pm on Saturday, July 18 through 6pm on Sunday, July 19. For reimbursement, email a copy of your parking receipt and proof of residence or employment to [email protected], SUBJECT: Parking Reimbursement.
Bus Detours
All buses that usually run along the CicLAvia route will be detoured. Please check back here and at your local bus stops for detour information closer to the event date.
In addition, be sure to check your bus stop on Sunday, July 19 for posted signs outlining specific detours for your stop.
Freeway Off Ramp Closures
- 101 n/b exit 8a Sunset Blvd, left turn lane closure, right turn open
- 101 n/b and s/b, full closure of Hollywood Blvd exits (8B)
- 101 n/b exit for Gower St (8c) left turn lane closure
- 101 s/b exit for Gower St (8c) left turn lane closure
- 101 s/b exit for Highland Ave (9c) full closure
- 101 n/b exit for Highland Ave (9b) right turn lane closure
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.
Business Participation
CicLAvia transforms streets into safe, car-free spaces for thousands of people to bike, walk, play, and explore. This event is free, family-friendly, and open to the public—and a great opportunity to showcase your local business to the community!
If your business is on or near the route, you'll experience the following during a CicLAvia Sunday:
- 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
Here are some tips for engaging thousands of potential new customers.
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Plan to be open the day of the event. Make your storefront visible with signs and banners.
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Bring your business outside. Do you have permission to use the parking lot or sidewalk adjacent to your business? Bring products, music, activities, or seating outside. Remember to maintain the required 4' clearance for ADA access. (Please note: no stationary objects are allowed in the street.)
West Hollywood businesses located along the route may be eligible to receive a fee-waiver to activate their storefront during the event. Contact the City of West Hollywood Neighborhood and Business Safety Division at 323.848.6437 or via email at [email protected].
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Help get the word out. Display a CicLAvia poster or give event postcards to your customers. Request supplies at [email protected].
Print Your Own Event Poster. Simply, download one of these event posters to post at your business.
Event Poster / Cartel del Evento (8.5"x11")
Event Poster / Cartel del Evento (11"x17")
Share on social media with our event media kit.
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Offer an event day special or discount. Offer a special or discount on event day and get listed for free on our website.*
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Get featured on our digital map. Businesses along the route can be included for free on our interactive digital map.*
*To participate, email [email protected] or call 213.355.8500. Include the business name, address, and website (if available), along with the special (if offered). Deadline to submit is Thursday, July 16. Subject to approval.
Questions about what’s best for your business? Contact us at [email protected] or 213.355.8500.
More details about street closures, parking restrictions, and bus detours coming soon.
Learn more about CicLAvia Sponsorship Opportunities.
Downloadable versions of our Business Opportunity Flyers
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 and open to all!
- 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
This CicLAvia Sunday lasts from 9am to 4pm.
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!
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!
CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods is taking place on Sunday, July 19 and we hope that you can join us as a volunteer along the route. Check out our Volunteer FAQ or contact us for more information, or sign up below:
Sign up to volunteer at an upcoming event:
As an individual:
Meet the Hollywoods - Hub Volunteer Sign Up
With a group:
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.
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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”.
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Avoid riding through standing water or piles of wet leaves, which might conceal road defects.
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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.
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
- Beverly Hills Bike Shop | 10546 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064 | 310.275.2453
- Bikes and Hikes LA | 8250 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046 | 323.796.8555
- Bike Shop LA | 7740 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046 | 323.515.0070
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
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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
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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
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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
- Coco’s Variety Store | 2427 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90039 | 323.664.7400
- Ryd L.A. River Bike Rentals | 2274 Ripple St, Los Angeles, CA 90039 | 323.522.3239
- Spoke Bicycle Cafe | 3050 N Coolidge Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90039 | 323.684.1130
- Spokes N Stuff | Griffith Park Ranger Station, 4730 Crystal Springs Ave, Griffith Park, CA 90027 | 323.662.6573
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
- Bike Attack Playa Vista | 12775 W Millennium, Playa Vista CA 90094 | 310.862.5001
- Daniel's Bike Rentals | Fisherman's Village, 13737 Fiji Way, Marina Del Ray, CA 90292 | 310.980.4045
San Fernando Valley
- Retro Xpress Bicycles | 14508 Victory Blvd, Van Nuys, CA 91401 | 818.200.9463
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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
- Bike Attack & Electric | 2904 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405 | 424.744.8148
- Blazing Saddles | 320 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310.393.9778
- Perry's Cafe | 320 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310.823.6730
- Santa Monica Beach Bicycle Rentals | 1428 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310.428.5337
- Santa Monica Bike Center | 1555 2nd St, Unit A, Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310.656.8500
- Spokes N Stuff | 1700 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310.395.4748
Venice
- Boardwalk Skate & Surf | 201 1/2 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291 | 310.450.6634
- Jays Rentals Venice Beach | 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291 | 310.392.7306
- Perry's Cafe | 3100 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90292 | 310.823.6730
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Spokes N Stuff | 327 Washington Blvd, Venice, CA 90291 | 310.439.7276
- The Bicycle Whisperer | 1150 Venice Ave, Venice, CA 90291 | 310.612.1409
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).
