About this Event
The holiday season is here, and we’re kicking it off with a ride under the festive lights! We’ll meet at the 7th & Flower Metro Bike Share station and pause to enjoy the holiday light displays at The Bloc. From there, we’ll ride 2 miles through Downtown Los Angeles, passing through the Historic Core and Civic Center. We’ll finish at Union Station West Portal for the 11th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Whether you’re a seasoned rider or this is your first time riding at night, this ride is for you. The route is mostly flat, with a few gentle inclines and declines and an estimated elevation gain of 50–100 feet. This guided ride is open to riders of all experience levels.
Bring a friend and ride with us! Join a welcoming community and celebrate the holiday spirit together on two wheels.
Ride Information
Start Station: Metro Bike Share: 7th & Flower, Los Angeles, CA 90017
End Station: Metro Bike Share: Union Station West Portal, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Length: 2 miles
Experience Level: This route is perfect for beginners, families, and casual riders.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times; while training wheels are not allowed, children in trailers or on child bike seats are welcome.
Bringing your own bike? Secure, controlled-access bicycle parking is available through Metro Bike Hub, or guests may use the bicycle racks located outside Union Station.
Getting There:
- Biking: Plan your trip with the Metro Bike Map- metro.net/bikemap
- Public Transit: Metro bus or rail – for more information, please visit metro.net/tripplanner.
- Parking: Metered Parking or open parking lots
What to Bring:
- A functional bicycle. We do not have a mechanic on the ride, so we recommend you carry your own tire repair kit if you bring your own bicycle. Limited Metro Bikes are available to borrow free of charge during the ride, please select "I need to borrow a Metro Bike" when reserving your spot.
- Hand sanitizer
- TAP card or money for fare to take Metro bus or rail ($1.75 per ride)
- A helmet (If you do not have one, one will be provided free of charge)
- Water bottle
Safety Protocols:
We will be observing strict safety protocols during the ride to ensure the safety and comfort of all participants. Please keep in mind the following rules while attending the ride:
- If you are feeling sick or unwell, please stay home.
- Metro Bike Share will provide helmets, water, and ride marshals.
- Participants are required to sign a release of liability. No exceptions.
About Metro Bike Share:
Metro Bike Share offers convenient 24/7, year-round access to a fleet of bicycles for short trips in Downtown LA, Central LA, Hollywood, North Hollywood, and on the Westside. It offers a fast, easy, and fun option for Angelenos and visitors to get around. Get a bike from any Metro Bike Share station, go for a ride, and properly return it. It's easy — just like riding a bike!
This event is made possible by LA Metro.
Please be mindful when you RSVP — space is limited! If your plans change and you can’t make it, kindly update your RSVP so someone else can join the ride.
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