Pasadena is giving drivers a reason to rethink their Sunday plans this November. A stretch of Colorado Boulevard, one of the San Gabriel Valley city’s main thoroughfares, will close to motor vehicles for CicLAvia, a free event that turns public roads into open space for people to walk, bike, skate, and explore.
Taking place on November 15, the event will connect 2.7 miles of streets, including part of Raymond Avenue, for a day without the usual traffic. It will also mark Pasadena’s return to the CicLAvia calendar after more than a decade, with the city last hosting an open-streets event in May 2015.
Which Pasadena streets will close?
The closures will cover two stretches of road:
- Colorado Boulevard: Between Pasadena Avenue and Allen Avenue.
- Raymond Avenue: Between Pacific Alley and East Dayton Street.
The event itself runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., but the streets will close to cars from 7 a.m. until approximately 5 p.m. Streets near activity hubs may close as early as 6 a.m., and parking along the route will be prohibited from 4 a.m. to 5 p.m., with towing enforcement in effect.
What can you do at CicLAvia Pasadena?
Think of it as a chance to experience Pasadena at street level, without having to watch for passing cars. Once again, the event is free and has no official starting or finish line, so you can join wherever is convenient and explore at your own pace.
Walk, bike, run, skate, or simply enjoy the open streets. Activity hubs will offer free water, accessible restrooms, first-aid stations, bike parking, and basic bike repairs. Local businesses and community organizations will also have a presence along the route.
How to get there
Taking Metro is one of the easiest ways to avoid the road closures. The A Line’s Memorial Park station is less than a block from the route, while Del Mar, Lake, and Allen stations are also within walking distance.
The event will go ahead rain or shine, so bring water, sunscreen, and a helmet if you’re planning to join the ride!
