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Get out and explore with these fun, free events happening across LA County, from an LA River nature tour to helping with the orange harvest and previewing the August 18 CicLAvia route, and more.

There’s plenty to be excited about exploring along our 6.5-mile route on August 18. The communities along the way are home to a diverse collection of historic and cultural sites, great bars and restaurants, and unique street art. To help us all get ready, we asked four elected leaders what they’re most excited for us to explore in their communities. 

July was busy, but if this week is any indication, August is going to be just as full of fun (including CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods on August 18). From walking tours to art tours to music festivals and outdoor movie nights, there is something for everyone. 

Between West Hollywood’s Rainbow Crosswalk and East Hollywood’s Barnsdall Art Park, the August 18 CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods event features a rich menu of local gems to explore. 

Say goodbye to July by having fun at these free events happening across the LA region this week. 

As summer heats up, mid-July offers tons of free events that invite you to dance your way across the region with an outdoor summer concert season in full swing, arts and cultural fairs and more. 

Here are seven reasons to sign up TODAY to volunteer with CicLAvia for our next event.

Summer is in full swing and there are loads of fun ways to fill these longer days. From concerts and festivals to guided sunset hikes and yoga, here is a sampling of free events happening this week.

CicLAvia—Mid City Meets Pico Union was the perfect way to usher in summer! The event marked 200 CicLAvia open-street miles traveled together since 2010 and the end of June Gloom with the sun shining on us all day. 

After Sunday’s CicLAvia—Mid City Meets Pico Union, the summer fun keeps rolling with free events across LA. From Independence Day fireworks to an outdoor Shakespeare festival, this week has plenty of amusement to keep you riding high.