Kite Festival Feeder Ride from University & Hoover

Every year, Clockshop’s Kite Festival breathes joy into our city—filling Los Angeles Historic Park and the sky above it with color and connection. This year’s festival is organized around the theme Take a Breath. We'll embody this theme by riding at a relaxed pace, on a low-stress route of 4.7 miles. Taking this opportunity to be present in our surroundings and feel the air that we breathe. By being mindful of our transport choices, we take steps in our commitment to protecting our planet.

After docking our bikes and before entering the festival, this ride with converge at Chinatown Station with the hosted by BikeLA and LADOT where all participants will get a chance to hear from partner organizations including Sunset 4 All regarding the Sunset/Chavez Mobility Project. There will also be a chance to give feedback on the project and learn more about future events. To learn more about the project and provide feedback, click here: share your opinions and learn more at https://ladotlivablestreets.org/projects/sunset

We will then walk together to Clockshop’s Kite Festival. Which is a lively, all-ages experience featuring free art workshops, live music, artist installations, and a community kite competition. Hosted at Los Angeles State Historic Park, the festival transforms the space into a hub of creativity, cultural expression, and environmental reflection, celebrating the diverse communities of Los Angeles while encouraging joyful use of shared outdoor space.

*Please note, this is one way feeder ride to the festival. Riders will be on their own to arrange transportation away from the festival. A personal personal bike parking area will be provided inside the festival.

This ride is a great opportunity to:

• Pause, be present and mindful of our planet
• Experience a 4.7-mile ride on shared paths in a supportive setting
• Build confidence riding in a beginner-friendly, no-drop group
• Enjoy the Kite Festival by taking part in workshops, live music and art installations
• Learn more about infrastructure projects in your community

Come ride with us, bring a friend, and be part of a welcoming community experience that celebrates safe streets, sustainability, and connection—together on two wheels.

Ride Information

Start Location: University & Hoover Station

End Location: Spring & College Station

Length: This is a 4.7-mile bike ride, using a mixture of shared paths and protected bike lanes.

Experience Level: This route is perfect for beginners, families, and casual riders who enjoy a relaxed pace on flat, protected streets. 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.

Getting There:

• Biking: Plan your trip with the Metro Bike Map.
• 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
• Sunscreen

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 options 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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