There’s something refreshing about seeing a city like L.A. stripped of its usual traffic rhythm. When the noise of engines disappears, what’s left is a different version of the city: slower, more social, and unexpectedly alive.
That idea returns this week, as CicLAvia prepares to take over a three-mile stretch of streets for another open streets celebration. The event will take place on Sunday, April 26, from 9 AM to 4 PM, transforming Santa Monica Boulevard and Westwood Boulevard into a temporary car-free corridor open to all ages and abilities.
The route will be closed to vehicle traffic and opened exclusively to pedestrians, cyclists, skaters, and anyone looking to experience the city at a slower pace. Participation is completely free, and there is no start or finish line. People can join anywhere along the route and move at their own pace throughout the day.
About CicLAvia
CicLAvia has been turning L.A. streets into car-free spaces since 2010, when it launched its first open-streets event inspired by Bogotá’s ciclovía model. The initiative is organized by the nonprofit CicLAvia in partnership with the City of Los Angeles, with the goal of reimagining streets as public spaces for people instead of cars.
Since then, it has hosted dozens of events across L.A. County, drawing tens of thousands of participants per edition. The program promotes active transportation, community connection, and environmental awareness.
