Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride

November 23, 2025 at 09:00 AM

Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride

Join us for our 64th Los Angeles Open Streets Event: Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride!

Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025 / domingo 23 de noviembre 2025

Time: 9am-3pm

Location: Connecting Fairfax, Larchmont, Melrose Hill, and East Hollywood

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 64th event, Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride.

This epic event is bringing fans together to bike, skate, or stroll along a car-free stretch of Melrose Ave in celebration of the cultural phenomenon’s finale season. For one day only, the street will be reimagined as Hawkins itself, where the familiar collides with the mysteries of the Upside Down and fans come together for one last adventure.

We’re going full 1980s! You can show up as your favorite Hawkins character or monster of the Upside Down or channel peak ‘80s vibes with neon, leg warmers, windbreakers, or any totally awesome retro fit.

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 November 23! For more detailed information, visit the Netflix Tudum Stranger Things page! 

New to CicLAvia?

Here are some things to know before you go:

  • CicLAvia is FREE!
  • CicLAvia lasts from 9am to 3pm.
  • 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 attending in this event, you agree that you are voluntarily participating and release CicLAvia and Netflix and each of their respective parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, licensees, successors, assigns, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, partners, shareholders, representatives and members 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 Community Partners

Council District 5 • Council District 13

 

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. 

CicLAvia has partnered with Unlimited Biking to provide on site bike rentals on 11/23 with pickup and drop-off at the Melrose Hub! Check 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.

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 Fairfax Hub that will operate from 9am – 2pm. All bikes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and can be returned to the Metro Bike Share team at the Fairfax Hub before the end of the event or to any station with an open dock when you are finished riding. Please note: At 1:30 pm, the virtual checkout option will close; check-ins will remain open. Metro Bike Share will staff the booth up on the sidewalk until 2:30 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 a small elevation change over the course of 4 miles with a slight incline from the Fairfax Hub to the Vermont 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

  • Fairfax Hub to Melrose Hub: 2.4 miles
  • Melrose Hub to Vermont Hub: 1.6 miles
  • Fairfax Hub to Vermont Hub: 4 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.

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 which includes information on streets closures, parking restrictions, and parking options for residents and employees of local businesses.

Street Closure Information

With the exception of the segments listed below, the route will be closed to vehicles from 7am to approximately 5pm on Sunday, November 23*. Some streets near event Hubs may close as early as 6am. The event runs from 9am–3pm, and most streets will be fully open to cars by approximately 5pm*.

*Melrose Ave (from Fairfax Ave to Ogden Dr) will fully close at 9 AM on Saturday 11/22 and will remain closed through Sunday 11/23.

  • Fairfax Ave to Orange Grove Ave will reopen by 9pm Sunday 11/23
  • Orange Grove Ave to Ogden Dr will reopen by 6pm Sunday 11/23. 

Other CicLAvia Hub areas will close at 6am on Sunday 11/23 and reopen by 5pm on Sunday 11/23.

Cars can cross the route at selected major streets. Crossings are indicated on the Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride 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 on Melrose Ave

Fairfax Ave to Orange Grove Ave: No parking from 6am on Saturday, November 22 through 9pm on Sunday, November 23. 

Orange Grove Ave to Ogden Dr: No parking from 6am on Saturday, November 22 through 6pm on Sunday, November 23.

Ogden Dr to Vermont Ave: No parking from 1am to 5pm on Sunday, November 23.

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 5pm*. There are crossing points at several intersections where vehicles can cross along the route. Crossings are indicated on the Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride route map.

*Note: Melrose Ave (from Fairfax Ave to Ogden Dr) will have extended closure hours & parking restrictions: No Parking will be allowed starting at 6am on Saturday 11/22. This street will fully close at 9am on Saturday 11/22 and will remain closed through Sunday 11/23; Fairfax Ave to Orange Grove Ave will reopen by 9pm Sunday 11/23, and Orange Grove Ave to Ogden Dr will reopen by 6pm Sunday 11/23. Other CicLAvia Hub areas will close at 6am on Sunday 11/23 and reopen by 5pm on Sunday 11/23.

Driveway Access

Please be aware that all driveways on the route will be blocked and inaccessible beginning at 7am on Sunday, November 23*. If your vehicle is parked in your driveway and you need to use it after 7am on November 23, please park elsewhere as the vehicle will be inaccessible until approximately 5pm. Vehicles will not be allowed to enter or exit the route during this time. 

*Note: Melrose Ave (from Fairfax Ave to Ogden Dr) will have extended closure hours & parking restrictions: No Parking will be allowed starting at 6am on Saturday 11/22. This street will fully close at 9am on Saturday 11/22 and will remain closed through Sunday 11/23; Fairfax Ave to Orange Grove Ave will reopen by 9pm Sunday 11/23, and Orange Grove Ave to Ogden Dr will reopen by 6pm Sunday 11/23. Other CicLAvia Hub areas will close at 6am on Sunday 11/23 and reopen by 5pm on Sunday 11/23.

Bus Detours

All buses along the CicLAvia route will be detoured:

Check back here closer to event day for a full list of bus detours.

In addition, be sure to check your bus stop on Saturday, November 22 and/or Sunday, November 23 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, November 22 through 5pm on Sunday, November 23. 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–3pm). 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 Thursday, November 20. Include the Business Name, Special/Discount Offer, Business address, Business website link (if available), and Business phone.
  • PARTICIPATE IN THE FUN WITH STRANGER THINGS using this business toolkit! 

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 Thursday, November 20. 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

With the exception of the segments listed below, the route will be closed to vehicles from 7am to approximately 5pm on Sunday, November 23*. Some streets near event Hubs may close as early as 6am. The event runs from 9am–3pm, and most streets will be fully open to cars by approximately 5pm*.

*Melrose Ave (from Fairfax Ave to Ogden Dr) will fully close at 9 AM on Saturday 11/22 and will remain closed through Sunday 11/23.

  • Fairfax Ave to Orange Grove Ave will reopen by 9pm Sunday 11/23
  • Orange Grove Ave to Ogden Dr will reopen by 6pm Sunday 11/23. 

Other CicLAvia Hub areas will close at 6am on Sunday 11/23 and reopen by 5pm on Sunday 11/23.

Cars can cross the route at selected major streets. Crossings are indicated on the Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride 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 on Melrose Ave

Fairfax Ave to Orange Grove Ave: No parking from 6am on Saturday, November 22 through 9pm on Sunday, November 23. 

Orange Grove Ave to Ogden Dr: No parking from 6am on Saturday, November 22 through 6pm on Sunday, November 23.

Ogden Dr to Vermont Ave: No parking from 1am to 5pm on Sunday, November 23.

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 5pm*. There are crossing points at several intersections where vehicles can cross along the route. Crossings are indicated on the Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride route map.

*Note: Melrose Ave (from Fairfax Ave to Ogden Dr) will have extended closure hours & parking restrictions: No Parking will be allowed starting at 6am on Saturday 11/22. This street will fully close at 9am on Saturday 11/22 and will remain closed through Sunday 11/23; Fairfax Ave to Orange Grove Ave will reopen by 9pm Sunday 11/23, and Orange Grove Ave to Ogden Dr will reopen by 6pm Sunday 11/23. Other CicLAvia Hub areas will close at 6am on Sunday 11/23 and reopen by 5pm on Sunday 11/23.

Driveway Access

Please be aware that all driveways on the route will be blocked and inaccessible beginning at 7am on Sunday, November 23*. If your vehicle is parked in your driveway and you need to use it after 7am on November 23, please park elsewhere as the vehicle will be inaccessible until approximately 5pm. Vehicles will not be allowed to enter or exit the route during this time. 

*Note: Melrose Ave (from Fairfax Ave to Ogden Dr) will have extended closure hours & parking restrictions: No Parking will be allowed starting at 6am on Saturday 11/22. This street will fully close at 9am on Saturday 11/22 and will remain closed through Sunday 11/23; Fairfax Ave to Orange Grove Ave will reopen by 9pm Sunday 11/23, and Orange Grove Ave to Ogden Dr will reopen by 6pm Sunday 11/23. Other CicLAvia Hub areas will close at 6am on Sunday 11/23 and reopen by 5pm on Sunday 11/23.

Bus Detours

All buses along the CicLAvia route will be detoured:

Check back here closer to event day for a full list of bus detours.

In addition, be sure to check your bus stop on Saturday, November 22 and/or Sunday, November 23 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, November 22 through 5pm on Sunday, November 23. 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

  • Melrose Ave from Ogden Dr to Vermont Ave will be closed to car traffic at 6am on Sunday 11/23 and reopen by 5pm on Sunday 11/23.
  • Melrose Ave from Fairfax Ave to Orange Grove Ave will fully close to car traffic at 9am on Saturday 11/22 and will reopen by 9pm Sunday 11/23.
  • Melrose Ave from Orange Grove Ave to Ogden Dr will fully close to car traffic at 9am on Saturday 11/22 and will reopen by 6pm Sunday 11/23.

Download Street Closure Notification Flyer

Bus Detours

All buses along the CicLAvia route will be detoured:

Metro Bus Detours

Dash Bus Detours

In addition, be sure to check your bus stop on Saturday, November 22 and/or Sunday, November 23 for posted signs outlining specific detours for your stop.

Freeway Ramp Closures

There will be additional freeway ramp closures or restrictions in the area during the event. Please plan accordingly and check for updated information closer to the event date.

  • N/B 101 Freeway Exit 6B - Melrose Ave/Normandie Ave
  • N/B 101 Freeway On-Ramp - Vermont Ave
  • S/B 101 Freeway Exit 6B - Melrose Ave/Normandie Ave
  • S/B 101 Freeway On-Ramp - Melrose Ave

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 attending in this event, you agree that you are voluntarily participating and release CicLAvia and Netflix and each of their respective parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, licensees, successors, assigns, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, partners, shareholders, representatives and members 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–3pm* (*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 3pm 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.

Run/Walk CicLAvia HOKA West Hollywood

  • Time: 7:30am
  • Meetup Location: Round One Barbershop
  • Length: ~4 miles
  • Participating groups: Run West Adams, Latinos Run, LADWP Pacers, Cafecito y Correr, Huntington Park Run Club, Rundalay, Strides in Recovery
  • Celebrate with live music by DJ Refade, juices by Phresh Juice Bar, a wellness area by Liv Well Bodywork, açai bowls by Uba Tuba, coffee by Fresita Coffee, raffles for free haircuts, and raffles for shoes from HOKA!

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!

Community Meeting

On Sunday, November 23, CicLAvia will temporarily remove cars from certain streets in Fairfax, Larchmont, Melrose Hill, and East Hollywood and will open the street up to pedestrians, strollers, bikes, and more from 9am-3pm for a car-free day.

Click HERE to watch a recording of our Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride Community Meeting and learn about street closures, business opportunities, family activities, volunteer positions, and more.

Reuniónes de la Comunidad

El domingo, 23 de noviembre de 9am-3pm CicLAvia removerá los automóviles temporalmente de ciertas calles en Fairfax, Larchmont, Melrose Hill, and East Hollywood 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 Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride y obtener información sobre cierres de calles, oportunidades comerciales, actividades familiares, puestos de voluntariado y más

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 November 23! Click HERE to download the Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride route map.

 

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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!

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:

General Event Volunteer Interest Form

With a group:

Adopt-An-Intersection Program

 

Specials Along the Route

Check out the specials, deals, and discounts along the November 23 CicLAvia route! Want to add a special for your business? Check out the CicLAvia Business Opportunity flyer! (Spanish)

Ambiente y Cafe

4216 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029

Event Special:
  • Ambiente y Cafe will be hosting a food drive to support families in need this November. Enjoy great music, delicious coffee, and real connections with them at Melrose House LA.

60out Escape Rooms

7270 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles CA 90046

Event Special:
  • 60out Escape Rooms is offering $25 off all bookings made on November 23rd in person.

Cleen Cleaners

5770 Melrose Avenue, Unit 106 Los Angeles, CA 90038

Event Special:
  • Cleen Cleaners will be giving away travel size lint rollers with a 20% off coupon.

Golden Apple Comics

7018 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038

Event Special:
  • Golden Apple Comics will have a sidewalk sale of comics, books, toys, collectibles, and more. 

Hollywood Aura Photography & Crystals

7817 Melrose Ave, Upstairs #201, Los Angeles, CA, 90046

Event Special:
  • Hollywood Aura Photography is offering a single aura photo (no reading included) for $35! 

The Los Angeles Museum of Love and Crimes of Passion Museum

4320 - 4326 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029

Event Special:
  • The Los Angeles Museum of Love and Crimes of Passion Museum have joined forces to create an immersive outdoor pop-up celebrating Stranger Things and CicLAvia—all in the name of connection. Meet a STRANGER, Learn THINGS invites visitors to explore ELEVEN interactive activities designed to spark curiosity, foster conversation, and encourage meaningful connections between strangers.  

Melrose Driving School

5733 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038

Event Special:
  • From 11am-1pm, dogs from Samson's Sanctuary will be posted at the Melrose Driving School for a dog adoption event. They'll be giving away free water bottles and have a water station for dogs as well. 

Melrose MAC

6614 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles 90038

Event Special:
  • Melrose MAC will hand out water and raffle prizes on the day of the event! Discounts, including $100 off Mac computers and 25% off non-Apple accessories, will be available to participants through November 30.

Mo Length

7364 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046

Event Special:
  • Mo Length will be offering $35 off of their 3-Bundle Deal (Code: SAVE35) and free shipping on all online orders for event day participants.

Rebelflow

7370 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Event Special:
  • Rebelflow will be offering Upside Down Strawberry Matchas with any purchase, while supplies last! 

Slasher World

7660 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046

Event Special:
  • Slasher World will be offering free admission to Slashback Video, a retro VHS-style horror experience.

Think Again Tattoo Removal

7370 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Event Special:
  • Think Again Tattoo Removal will be offering new clients 2 sessions at 50% off, along with 30% off unlimited removal package options for a limited time.

Ubatuba Açaí 

7751 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046

Event Special:

  • Ubatuba Açaí will giving out complementary açaí cups to visitors outside of their Melrose location! 

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. Include the Business Name, Special/Discount Offer, Business address, Business website link (if available), and Business phone.

Participate in the fun with Stranger Things using this business toolkit! 

Activities Along the Route

Activities abound along the Netflix x CicLAvia—Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride route! From community and city resources, to immersive photo ops and activations, to entertainment at the main stage — there is something for everyone! You can also check out shops, eateries, local gems, and activities along the route using our interactive digital map!

And if you want to go deeper, The Stranger Things Quest is an optional way to participate in the fun and complete easy activities along the route to uncover more surprises. Head to any of the hubs to pick up your quest book, which includes a map and instructions for things to do and see (trivia stops, special offers at local businesses, photo ops, and more). You never know what you might discover. Learn more at ST5OneLastRide.com.

Hubs

All hubs will have:

  • First Aid Stations
  • Free Basic Bike Repair
  • Bike Parking
  • Free Water Stations and Restrooms
  • Free Pedicabs - the Stranger Things pedicabs stop at each hub near the Info Booth, so just look out for the white umbrella!

To better help you plan your day, we’ve added icons to each activity corresponding to the following themes:

📺 = Stranger Things immersive activity

📸 = Stranger Things Photo Op or Activation

🎁 = Stranger Things Giveaways & Sampling Stations (while supplies last)

✅ = Stranger Things Quest

🎤 = Main Stage

🎨 = Arts & Culture

🟢 = Health & Wellness

🟫 = Kids & Family / Intergenerational Fun

🏛️ = Civic Engagement / City Resources

🔷 = Amenities & Services

🛍️ = Shopping

 

Jump to each hubs list of activities:

 

Fairfax Hub

Reference address: 7861 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046

🎤📺 Stranger Things 5 Main Stage

Head to the Stranger Things 5 main stage for entertainment running from 9am-2pm PT. See the main stage programming here and below.

STRANGER THINGS STAGE SCHEDULE

    • 9AM - Opening ceremony with remarks from LA city officials, CicLAvia, and Netflix spokespeople
    • 9:30AM - DJ Tessa set
    • 10AM - Fan trivia and cosplay
    • 10:55AM - Stranger Things 5 exclusive content debut
    • 11AM - Live Music by The Boombox Heroes
    • 12PM - Fan trivia and games
    • 1PM - Live Music by The Flux Capacitors
    • 2PM - Stage closes

📺 📸 One Last Ride Photo Op

Pose with your crew under the One Last Ride archway in celebration of your victory over the Upside Down and share on social for a FOMO-inducing moment. Tag us using @ciclavia and @StrangerThingsTV.

📺 📸 Neon 5 Photo Op

A giant neon 5 looms over Melrose Ave. Take a moment to pose in front of it for your own iconic photo moment to savor.

📺 📸 WSQK Radio Photo Op

Hawkins' beloved WSQK radio station makes for an immersive in-world photo op that cuts through the static and has fans singing 80s hits for their whole ride home. Rockin’ Robin would be proud.

📺 📸 Vecna Immersive Photo Op by Jazwares

Join Jazwares for a large-scale, immersive photo op where fans can put themselves in place of Vecna, recreating the iconic ST4 scene. Product giveaways while supplies last.

📺 🛍️ Creel House Merch Booth

Grab your official Netflix x CicLAvia–Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride merch and snap a pic outside of the menacing shadows of the Creel House.

📺 ✅ Quest Kickoff Point

Begin your mission here. Grab your quest book and learn what strange trials lie ahead along the route and rack up stamps for a special surprise. Look out for staff, aka Quest Guardians, along the route in red and black Stranger Things branded shirts.

📺 ✅ Quest Checkpoint

Head to the Quest Checkpoints at any hub to verify you’ve completed quest challenges and redeem your official Quest stamps.

📺 🎁 Gatorade Refill Station

Quench Your Thirst with Gatorade stations located at each hub throughout the route, plus an Upside Down Citrus Cooler beverage tent near the main stage.

📺 📸 Stranger Things Custom Rides Display Area

Stop by to take pictures with our custom Stranger Things-themed bikes throughout the day. You’ll catch them out on the route for the most part, but they’ll be making stops at the hubs each hour for your chance to get up close and personal.

🏛️ LA City Council District 5 Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky

Head over to the LA City Council District 5 Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky's booth for fun activities that highlight their work to make our neighborhoods safer, greener, and more connected.

🎨 Greenway Arts Alliance / Melrose Trading Post

Snag some Melrose Trading Post free tickets (while supplies last) at the Greenway Arts Alliance / Melrose Trading Post booth. They’ll also have discounted tickets to the Greenway Court Theatre’s upcoming show!

🏛️ Office of Mayor Karen Bass

At the Office of Mayor Karen Bass' booth, explore city resources and ways to volunteer!

🏛️ LADOT Transit

Visit LADOT Transit's booth for information about the benefits of having a TAP card, alternative modes of transportation, and sign-ups for a number of programs like LIFE and Cityride.

🟫 Office of LAUSD Board Member Nick Melvoin

Check out the Office of LAUSD Board Member Nick Melvoin to grab freebies plus LAUSD resources while supplies last.

🟢 Streets For All

Streets For All advocates for streets that are safe for all modes of transportation. They’ll be offering stickers, t-shirts, and other goodies at their booth!

🔷 Metro Bike Share

Metro Bike Share will have a temporary pop-up station with rentals from 9am to 1:30pm. Bikes can be returned here until 2:30pm, after which all bikes must go to a permanent Metro Bike Station. Check here for return locations.

🔷 Basic bike repair brought to you by Bikerowave.

Melrose Hub

Reference address: 5514 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038

📺 📸 Castle Byers Photo Op

Step into the world of Will Byers with his hand-built wooden hideout where he fled from demogorgons in the Upside Down, re-created as a photo op for the most daring of fans.

📺 📸 “Stranger Shapes” Challenge by Netflix Puzzled

Stranger Shapes is a life size, Stranger Things themed tangram challenge that brings Netflix Puzzled to life as a physical, hands on experience. Visitors step into a Puzzled inspired booth where they race against a 60 second countdown to solve a large wall-mounted tangram puzzle. The setup recreates the fun and challenge of Netflix’s Puzzled app in an immersive, in person format.

📺 🎁 Strangerfy Your Ride - Swag Station

Get your ride tricked out in Stranger Things style. Fans can grab custom Stranger-themed items such as stickers, bells, and lights to customize their rides while hitting the route. While supplies last.

📺 🛍️ Starcourt Mall Merch Booth

Grab your official Netflix x CicLAvia–Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride merch and snap a pic outside of the iconic Season 3 landmark Starcourt Mall, while you’re there.

📺 ✅ Quest Kickoff Point

Begin your mission here. Grab your quest book and learn what strange trials lie ahead along the route and rack up stamps for a special surprise. Look out for staff, aka Quest Guardians, along the route in red and black Stranger Things branded shirts.

📺 ✅ Quest Checkpoint

Head to the Quest Checkpoints at any hub to verify you’ve completed quest challenges and redeem your official Quest stamps.

📺 🎁 Gatorade Refill Station

Quench Your Thirst with Gatorade stations located at each hub throughout the route.

📸 Rock the Bike - Pedal-Powered Charging Station

Pedal over and power up! Our Stranger Things Pedal-Powered Phone Recharge Station lets fans generate their own energy to recharge their devices. Featuring custom Rock The Bike Stranger Things Themed bikes, each fitted with their own charging tray, this fun activation brings sustainable fan power to Melrose Avenue for one day only!

📺 📸 Stranger Things Custom Rides Display Area

Stop by to take pictures with our custom Stranger Things-themed bikes throughout the day. You’ll catch them out on the route for the most part, but they’ll be making stops at the hubs each hour for your chance to get up close and personal.

🎨 Department of Cultural Affairs

Create Upside Down Shrinky Dink Charms with the Department of Cultural Affairs’ Outreach and Community Engagement team. Explore transformation, movement, and symbolism as you design a miniature charm inspired by your own world and the one that exists in the Upside Down!

🏛️ Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council

Stop by the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council's booth for local resources, and see if one of their committees would be a good fit for you.

🏛️ Office of Congressmember Laura Friedman

The Office of Congressmember Laura Friedman's booth will have resources about California's 30th Congressional District, which includes the cities of Burbank, Glendale, a portion of Pasadena, and the Los Angeles communities of Tujunga, Hollywood, West Hollywood, Edendale, Park La Brea, Hancock Park, and westside Echo Park.

🟫 Community Investment for Families Department

To keep kids safe, Community Investment for Families Department will give FREE bike helmets and wheel reflectors to 5-12-year-olds (while supplies last). The child needs to be present.

🔷 Unlimited Biking

CicLAvia has partnered with Unlimited Biking to provide on-site bike rentals with pickup and drop-off at the Melrose 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.

🔷 Esquina Bicycle Shop will offer free basic bike repair services.

Vermont Hub

Reference address: 4230 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029

📺 📸 The Byers’ Living Room Alphabet Wall Photo Op

Step into the Byers’ living room… the flickering lights, the painted alphabet, the hum of the Upside Down just beyond the wall. A photo moment straight out of Season 1 nostalgia.

📺 📸 The Stranger Things 5 Photo Op

A bold, graphic tribute to Stranger Things 5. It’ll be the perfect backdrop for fans to celebrate their excitement for the new season, with Vecna’s menacing glare lurking just behind.

📺 🎁 Strangerfy Your Ride - Swag Station

Get your ride tricked out in Stranger Things style. Fans can grab custom Stranger-themed items such as stickers, spoke cards, bells, and lights to customize their rides while hitting the route. While supplies last.

📺 🛍️ Hawkins Lab Merch Booth

Grab your official Netflix x CicLAvia–Melrose Ave: Stranger Things 5 One Last Ride merch and snap a pic at the infamous Hawkins National Lab ‘Rainbow Room’ while you’re there.

📺 ✅ Quest Kickoff Point

Begin your mission here. Grab your quest book and learn what strange trials lie ahead along the route and rack up stamps for a special surprise. Look out for staff, aka Quest Guardians, along the route in red and black Stranger Things branded shirts.

📺 ✅ Quest Checkpoint Booth

Head to the Quest Checkpoints at any hub to verify you’ve completed quest challenges and redeem your official Quest stamps.

📺 🎁 Gatorade Refill Station

Quench Your Thirst with Gatorade stations located at each hub throughout the route.

📺 📸 Stranger Things Custom Rides Display Area

Stop by to take pictures with our custom Stranger Things-themed bikes throughout the day. You’ll catch them out on the route for the most part, but they’ll be making stops at the hubs each hour for your chance to get up close and personal.

🟢 Braille Institute of America

The Braille Institute of America offers free, life-changing services, classes, and more for people with low vision to no vision. Their volunteers and staff will be on hand to answer your questions about vision loss and how you can support families who need help.

🏛️ City Controller Kenneth Mejia

Visit City Controller Kenneth Mejia's booth to learn about the city's budget and finances for transportation and infrastructure.

🏛️ Los Angeles Clean Cities Coalition

Learn about alternatives to gas-powered vehicles and get your questions answered about current EV incentives and rebates with the Los Angeles Clean Cities Coalition.

🏛️ LADOT

Roll over to LADOT's Mobility Action Plan (MAP) Booth to help shape the future of transportation in Los Angeles! Share your input on the 5-year and 20-year plans through a quick, interactive activity using their Mobile Engagement Beacon (MOBE).

🟢 Los Angeles Ecovillage Institute

Stop by the Los Angeles Ecovillage Institute for resources, goodies, and a chance to dive into intentional communities, cohousing, and ecovillages!

🏛️ LA Metro

LA Metro’s booths will share information about the Vermont Transit Corridor, LIFE and TAP card programs, and the Public Safety Advisory Committee.

🏛️ District 13 Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez

District 13 Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez's booth is your stop for information on city resources, services, and local events.

🔷 Free basic bike repair brought to you by the Bicycle Kitchen, a volunteer run 501(c)(3) nonprofit bicycle repair educational organization.

🔷 Grab special Stranger Things bites at Kogi, King Kone, and the Deli Doctor!

Partnered Businesses Along the Route:

🎁 Dr. Squatch Sampling Station

Dr. Squatch will be distributing their limited-edition Stranger Things deodorant at each hub. Be on the lookout for Dr. Squatch on a bike!

🛍️ 🎁 Pink’s Hot Dogs (709 N La Brea)

Head to Pink’s Hot Dogs and dare to try The Demodog—a hot dog so epic even Vecna would be impressed.  Demodogs will be complimentary for the first 100 guests. Offer begins at 9:30am.

🛍️ 🎁 Voodoo Doughnut (7101 Melrose Ave)

All that adventuring give you a sweet tooth? Try a custom Demogorgon Doughnut from Voodoo. The first 250 guests get their demo-doughnut on the house. Offer begins at 9:00am.

🛍️ 🎁 Generation8Tattoo (7216 Melrose Ave)

Hit Generation8 Tattoo and get a Stranger Things tattoo from a custom flash sheet. The first 11 people to do so will get their tattoo on Netflix. Offer begins at 12:30pm.

🛍️ 🎁 Ace of Fades (7518 Melrose Ave)

Stop by Ace of Fades and get Eleven’s iconic look with a lab-inspired buzzcut and earn instant legend status. The first 18 people daring enough will get their haircut for free. Offer begins at 11am.

Along the route:

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

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 (B) stations are located less than 1.5 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.

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.

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.

Run/Walk CicLAvia HOKA West Hollywood

  • Time: 7:30am
  • Meetup Location: Round One Barbershop
  • Length: ~4 miles
  • Participating groups: Run West Adams, Latinos Run, LADWP Pacers, Cafecito y Correr, Huntington Park Run Club, Rundalay, Strides in Recovery
  • Celebrate with live music by DJ Refade, juices by Phresh Juice Bar, a wellness area by Liv Well Bodywork, açai bowls by Uba Tuba, coffee by Fresita Coffee, raffles for free haircuts, and raffles for shoes from HOKA!

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!

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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