Metro Bike Share

MANGo Milestone Community Ride
2024-05-11 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 17th St / SMC E Line Station, 1610 Colorado AveSanta, Santa Monica, CA, 90404, United States
Come out and celebrate exciting new bike infrastructure improvements in Santa Monica! You might be thinking: “What do you mean by MANGo? What milestone?” – this ride is the perfect way to learn more about the Michigan Avenue Neighborhood Greenway (MANGo).
Metro Bike Share, Santa Monica Spoke, and the City of Santa Monica invite you to a community ride to celebrate Bike Month and the completion of phase 4 of the MANGo project. The project extends MANGo to the east and creates a new connection between the two portions of Michigan Avenue which were bisected by the construction of the Santa Monica Freeway. Featuring new multi-use pathways and a two-way protected bikeway across the 20th Street bridge, this facility links the Pico Neighborhood to destinations such as Crossroads School, Santa Monica High School, E Line stations, and the Bergamot Station Arts Center.

Metro Art Journeys by Bike: East Hollywood
2024-05-04 10:30 - 13:00 | Western & Hollywood, 1661 Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90027, United States
Join Metro Art and Metro Bike Share for a special multimodal community ride celebrating Bike Month through art!
Enjoy an 8-mile one-way ride through Hollywood, East Hollywood, Silverlake, Echo Park, Chinatown, and DTLA and ending at Union Station, where will take Metro rail back as a group.
We’ll start our pedal-powered journey at Hollywood (Western & Hollywood Metro Bike Share Station) and bike through the neighborhoods to Union Station.
EVENT INFO
Start and End: Hollywood/Western Station

Biking to: Union Station
Returning via: Metro B (Red) Line
Sights:

Hollywood/Western Station
Hollywood Boulevard
East Hollywood
Sunset Boulevard
Union Station

Length: 8-mile one-way bike ride through Hollywood, East Hollywood, Silverlake, Echo Park, Chinatown, and DTLA and stopping at Union Station, where we will take Metro rail back to the Hollywood/Western Station as a group.

Community Ride: Rollin' on the River
2024-04-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Spring & College, 870 N Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Enjoy a six-mile social bike ride with Metro Bike on Sunday, April 28.
We’ll start our pedal-powered journey at Chinatown Station (Spring & College Metro Bike Share Station) and traverse to the iconic Taylor Yard Bridge.
This route is great for novice riders, those who haven’t ridden in a while, and those looking to socialize. This ride is welcoming to older children on personal bikes. Children must either be secured in an approved child carrier or ride their bicycles and be supervised by an adult at all times – parental discretion is advised.
RSVP for your free spot and read more details at the link below.

Pico Union Bike Camp
2024-04-27 11:00 - 14:00 | CA
Are you a parent interested in improving your child’s bike safety skills? The Pico Union Neighborhood Council and Loyola High School will be hosting a Bike Safety Camp Day along with other participating organizations on Saturday, April 27 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm to introduce basic biking skills and important safety guidance. Learn the rules of the road from experts while also celebrating Earth Day.

Ballona Friends Earth Day 2024
2024-04-27 09:30 - 12:00 | CA
Celebrate Earth month by rolling up your sleeves to help the Friends restore the last coastal wetland in Los Angeles. Get hands-on experience while learning about urban ecology. Plus, Metro Bike Share will be there too! Ask questions on how Metro Bike Share is a great transportation method for the environment and learn great facts about reducing carbon offset.

CicLAvia - Venice
2024-04-21 09:00 - 16:00 | CA
Get ready to roll at CicLAvia Venice on Sunday April 21st. Mark your calendars to enjoy the almost 6 miles of fun with friends and family. The Metro Bike Share team will be there to provide bikes for everyone to join the ride. Metro Bikes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Be sure to download the app to make checkout quick and easy.
Visit us at National Hub and Venice Beach Hub

National Hub is a TEMPORARY Station that will stop check outs at 2:30 pm
Venice Hub will be next to Windward & Main Station
Bike check ins will be accepted until 4pm at Venice Beach Hub; thereafter, you can use the Windward and Main Station.
Bike check ins will be accepted until 5pm at National Hub

LA River Farmers' Market Earth Month
2024-04-18 15:00 - 19:00 | CA
Have any questions about Metro Bike Share? Ask us while we celebrate Earth Month at the LA Historic State Park Farmer’s Market on April 18th from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The Metro Bike Share team will be there to assist and give away some gear. See you there!

Broxton Nights Earth Day Festival
2024-04-13 17:00 - 21:00 | Broxton & Weyburn, 1017 Broxton Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States
Catch the Metro Bike Share team at Broxton Nights Earth Day Festival on April 13th from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. We’ll be popping up to answer questions, giveaway gear and help you load your haul onto a bike.
This Broxton Nights Earth Day Festival is more than just an event—it’s a movement towards a greener, more sustainable future. Visit their website for more information, link below.

Heart of the City Wellness Festival
2024-04-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Grand & 14th, 1375 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90015, United States
Metro Bike Share will participate at the Heart of the City Wellness Festival on April 6th from 10 am to 2 pm. Join us as there will be a variety of wellness activities, workshops and demonstrations. The team will be giving out information about wellness of riding, safety tips while riding and free goodies! Stop by and earn a free 1-Ride.

Cesar Chavez Family Day
2024-03-17 12:00 - 16:00 | LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, 501 N Main St, Los Angeles, 90012, United States
Metro Bike Share will participate at the Cesar Chavez Family Day on March 17th from 12 pm – 4 pm. Join us at there will be special guest performances, creativity workshops and local children’s book publisher. The team will be giving out information about wellness of riding, safety tips while riding and free goodies! Stop by and earn a free 1-Ride.

Metro Bike Share Women's History Community Ride
2024-03-16 11:00 - 12:30 | Union Station West Portal, 834 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Join Metro Bike Share for a community ride for Women’s History Month! The ride will feature five different locations that connect important spaces for women throughout Downtown LA, from women-designed architecture to spaces of change for women’s rights. This 4.9-mile ride starts at Union Station West Portal and loops through Downtown LA stopping at various landmarks.
EVENT INFO
Start/End: Union Station West Portal
Length: 4.9-mile loop through Downtown LA stopping at various landmarks starting and ending at Union Station
Conditions: Easy to moderate elevation on primarily protected bike lanes in Downtown LA
Sights:

Los Angeles Plaza Park (Maria de Lopez)
Biddy Mason Memorial Park (Biddy Mason)
California Market Center (Norma Merrick Sklarek)
Herald-Examiner Building (Julia Morgan)
Hotel Figueroa (former YMCA funded entirely by women)

Getting There:

Public Transit: This ride is accessible via Patsaouras Bus Plaza as well as the Metro A Line (Blue), B Line (Red), and D Line (Purple). For assistance in planning your route, please visit https://trips.metro.net/
Parking: Paid parking is available at Union Station.

Experience Level: Intermediate / Family-Friendly
What to Bring:

Riders 16 years and older can reserve a Metro Bike with their free event ticket
A functional bicycle or wheeled device (highly recommended with gears)
Hand sanitizer
TAP card or money for fare if you plan to use the Metro bus or train
A helmet is required if under 18 (we can also provide you with a helmet)
Bike lights (front white light and red rear light)
Reflective gear and bright-colored clothing
Water Bottle

This event is made possible by Metro Los Angeles
Metro Bike Share makes bikes available 24/7, 365 days a year in Downtown LA, Central LA, Hollywood, North Hollywood, and on the Westside. Metro Bike Share offers convenient round-the-clock access to a fleet of bicycles for short trips. Metro Bike Share is one of LA Metro’s multiple public transportation options for Angelenos and visitors to get around. Metro Bike Share is a fast, easy, and fun way to ride, anytime. 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!

CicLAvia - Melrose
2024-02-25 09:00 - 15:00 | CA
I hope you’re ready to roll at CicLAvia: Melrose on Sunday Feb 25th, so mark your calendars to enjoy the 4 miles of fun with friends and family. The Metro Bike Share team will be in on the action, providing bikes for everyone to join the ride, bikes available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Be sure to download the app to make checkout quick and easy.
Bikes available at the Fairfax Hub. Bike Checkouts start at 9:00 am and check ins close at 2pm see you there!

Chinatown Firecracker 10K
2024-02-24 08:00 - 12:00 | Hill & College, 881 N Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon on Feb 24th with a 5/10K Run/Walk, 18.8/50MI Bike Ride, Kiddie Run, & PAW’er Dog Walk. The Metro Bike Share team will be there from 8 am to 12 pm on Saturday (2/24). Earn free Metro Bike Share gear and a free 1-ride when you come say hi!

LA Historic State Park Farmers Market
2024-02-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Spring & College, 870 N Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Have any questions about Metro Bike Share ask us at the LA Historic State Park Farmer’s Market on February 22th from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The Metro Bike Share team will be there to assist and give away from gear gear, plus a FREE 1-RIDE! See you there!

Bridge to Bridge East LA Community Ride
2024-02-18 13:00 - 14:30 | 1st and central, 369 E. First Street., Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Join Metro Bike Share for a special Metro Electric Bike Community Ride from the new Little Tokyo / Arts District A & E Line Station to Boyle Heights and back featuring the First Street and Sixth Street Bridges!
Beginning in Little Tokyo, we will set out to explore the First Street Viaduct (completed c. 1929) with sweeping views of the Los Angeles River and Downtown Los Angeles. Riding across the bridge to Boyle Heights, we will leisurely pedal through the neighborhood and pause for a short 30-minute picnic in Hollenbeck Park. We will then ride back over the stunning Sixth Street Viaduct (completed c. 1932, demolished 2016, completed c. 2022) and through the Arts District, returning to 1st & Central.
All riders who reserve a Metro Electric Bike will be given basic urban riding instruction and the opportunity to use a Metro Electric Bike in a supportive environment. Please pack your own food/snacks if you’d like to eat in Hollenbeck Park.
EVENT INFO
Start & End: 1st & Central Metro Bike Share Station (directly across from Little Tokyo/Arts District Rail Station)
Length: 4.5 miles on rolling hills, shared roads, bike lanes, and slow streets from Little Tokyo to Boyle Heights and back on two historic viaducts. This ride includes small hills and is best for those with previous riding experience.
Conditions: You must be 16+ to ride a Metro Bike. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times, no training wheels allowed. Children in trailers/child bike seats welcome on personal bikes.
Getting There:

Public Transit: This ride is accessible via A Line and E Line at the Little Tokyo/Arts District Station, as well as B Line and D Line to Civic Center Station.
For assistance in planning your route, please visit trips.metro.net
Parking: Limited paid parking is available at Union Station and at meters in the downtown area.
Personal bikes are allowed on Metro rail!

Experience Level: Intermediate (must be able to ride 5 miles on a bicycle on rolling hills). You must be 16+ to ride a Metro Bike. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times, no training wheels allowed. Children in trailers/child bike seats welcome on personal bikes.
What to Bring:

Riders 16 years and older can reserve a Metro Electric Bike at no-cost to attend this event.
A functional bicycle or wheeled device (highly recommended with gears).
Hand sanitizer.
TAP card or money for fare if you plan to use Metro bus or rail.
A helmet.
Water bottle.

Safety Protocols
We will be observing strict protocols during the ride to ensure safety and comfort for all participants. The entire ride will be conducted outdoors to maximize physical distancing. Please keep in mind the following rules while attending the ride:

If you are feeling sick or unwell, please stay home.
M etro Bike Share will provide helmets, water, and ride marshals.
Participants are required to sign a release of liability.

A bout Metro Bike Share:
Metro Bike Share makes bikes available 24/7, 365 days a year in Downtown LA, Central LA, Hollywood, North Hollywood, and on the Westside. Metro Bike Share offers convenient round-the-clock access to a fleet of bicycles for short trips. Metro Bike Share is one of LA Metro’s multiple public transportation options for Angelenos and visitors to get around. Metro Bike Share is a fast, easy, and fun way to ride, anytime. 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!

Bridge to Bridge East LA Community Ride - SOLD OUT
2024-02-18 10:00 - 11:30 | 1st and central, 369 E. First Street., Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Join Metro Bike Share for a special Metro Electric Bike Community Ride from the new Little Tokyo / Arts District A & E Line Station to Boyle Heights and back featuring the First Street and Sixth Street Bridges!
Beginning in Little Tokyo, we will set out to explore the First Street Viaduct (completed c. 1929) with sweeping views of the Los Angeles River and Downtown Los Angeles. Riding across the bridge to Boyle Heights, we will leisurely pedal through the neighborhood and pause for a short 30-minute picnic in Hollenbeck Park. We will then ride back over the stunning Sixth Street Viaduct (completed c. 1932, demolished 2016, completed c. 2022) and through the Arts District, returning to 1st & Central.
All riders who reserve a Metro Electric Bike will be given basic urban riding instruction and the opportunity to use a Metro Electric Bike in a supportive environment. Please pack your own food/snacks if you’d like to eat in Hollenbeck Park.
EVENT INFO
Start & End: 1st & Central Metro Bike Share Station (directly across from Little Tokyo/Arts District Rail Station)
Length: 4.5 miles on rolling hills, shared roads, bike lanes, and slow streets from Little Tokyo to Boyle Heights and back on two historic viaducts. This ride includes small hills and is best for those with previous riding experience.
Conditions: You must be 16+ to ride a Metro Bike. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times, no training wheels allowed. Children in trailers/child bike seats welcome on personal bikes.
Getting There:

Public Transit: This ride is accessible via A Line and E Line at the Little Tokyo/Arts District Station, as well as B Line and D Line to Civic Center Station.
For assistance in planning your route, please visit trips.metro.net
Parking: Limited paid parking is available at Union Station and at meters in the downtown area.
Personal bikes are allowed on Metro rail!

Experience Level: Intermediate (must be able to ride 5 miles on a bicycle on rolling hills). You must be 16+ to ride a Metro Bike. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times, no training wheels allowed. Children in trailers/child bike seats welcome on personal bikes.
What to Bring:

Riders 16 years and older can reserve a Metro Electric Bike at no-cost to attend this event.
A functional bicycle or wheeled device (highly recommended with gears).
Hand sanitizer.
TAP card or money for fare if you plan to use Metro bus or rail.
A helmet.
Water bottle.

Safety Protocols
We will be observing strict protocols during the ride to ensure safety and comfort for all participants. The entire ride will be conducted outdoors to maximize physical distancing. 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.

A bout Metro Bike Share:
Metro Bike Share makes bikes available 24/7, 365 days a year in Downtown LA, Central LA, Hollywood, North Hollywood, and on the Westside. Metro Bike Share offers convenient round-the-clock access to a fleet of bicycles for short trips. Metro Bike Share is one of LA Metro’s multiple public transportation options for Angelenos and visitors to get around. Metro Bike Share is a fast, easy, and fun way to ride, anytime. 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!

Pico Union Neighborhood Council: Love my Community Clean-Up
2024-02-17 08:00 - 13:00 | MacArthur Park Station
We are excited to be joining the Pico-Union neighborhood council for their community clean up! The Metro Bike Share team will be on hand to help and share info on how you can get on a Metro Bike. Let’s beautify our neighborhoods together.

Fountain & Vine Pop - Up
2024-01-23 15:00 - 16:00 | Fountain & Vine, 6265 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, 90028, United States
Come out, be amongst the stars, and learn more about Metro Bike Share from the team along one of Hollywood’s best bike commuting routes at Fountain & Vine on January 23rd from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

Wilcox & Fountain Pop - Up
2024-01-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Wilcox & Fountain, 1300-1310 Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90038, United States
The stars are bright in Hollywood. Visit the Wilcox & Fountain Metro Bike Share station to learn how you can get around Hollywood on our bikes! The team will be there January 23rd from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm.

Metro Bike Share Community Ride: Expo Line Bike Path
2024-01-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Expo / Bundy E-Line Station, 12201 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90064, United States
More info + RSVP Here: Metro Bike Share Community Ride: Expo Line Bike Path Tickets, Sat, Jan 20, 2024 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
Enjoy a four-mile social bike ride with Metro Bike Share!
Explore West LA to Santa Monica on the Exposition Bike Path! This route is great for novice riders, those who haven’t ridden in a while, and for those looking to socialize! This ride is welcoming of children on personal bikes. Children must either be secured in an approved child carrier or riding their own bicycle and supervised by an adult at all times.
Feeling hungry or thirsty? There are also plenty of locally-owned businesses on the route to explore before or after the ride!
This ride is “no-drop,” meaning we will maintain a comfortable and inclusive pace for all participants.

At 10:00 am, we will promptly begin introductions and safety check, along with ensuring everyone has a helmet and water bottle at no-cost.
From 10:15 am – 11:00 am, we will ride along the above route and back with quick photo and water stops.
We will return no later than 11:30 am to Expo/Bundy Station.

Start/endpoint: Expo/Bundy E Line Station

Bike Share 101: Power Up with Electric Bikes – Virtual Class
2024-01-18 18:00 - 19:30 | CA
Learn more about Electric Metro Bikes in LA County, where to ride e-bikes safely, and how to purchase and maintain your own e-bike!
Are you interested in using Electric Metro Bikes and learning more about e-bike safety, rules of the road, and how to purchase and maintain an e-bike? Join us for a class on all things e-bikes, presented by Metro, Metro Bike Share, and Auto Club of Southern California for a 1.5-hour virtual session (via Zoom) designed to teach us how to best take advantage of E-Bikes, whether we use personal or Metro Bike Share Electric Bikes. All attendees who complete this course will receive a code for a FREE 30-Day Pass with Metro Bike Share redeemable at any time. You can redeem this code online at metro.net/bikeshare or in the Metro Bike Share app.
Attendees are encouraged to participate from the comfort and safety of your own homes.
Class size is limited. Pre-registration is required to guarantee a minimum number of participants. Register now to guarantee your spot! Once you are registered, we will send you a confirmation email and more info on how to join the class online.
Who Should Sign-Up:
If you know how to ride a bike but may be uncomfortable using a bike for everyday travel or recreation, this class covers bike safety basics with an engaging and interactive presentation. Join us from the comfort of your home via Zoom.
What You’ll Learn:

Why electric bikes? Learn about the many reasons e-bikes are booming!
Where to ride an e-bike and courtesy; e-bike tips: General bicycle safety and where e-bikes can (and can’t) go!
Power Up with Metro Electric Bikes: Electric Metro Bikes are a low barrier & easy way to try an e-bike; Electric Metro Bike pricing and how to locate
Purchasing/maintaining e-bikes: Personal e-bikes on bus and rail; Accessibility and e-bikes; Where to purchase and schedule maintenance for your e-bike
Bike Services / Online Events Offered by Metro and Metro Bike Share: Self-Guided Rides / Metro Bike Map

This event is made possible by Metro in partnership with Auto Club of Southern California.
The Auto Club of Southern California has been committed to traffic safety since 1902. They provide free educational and safety programs for everyone on the road, whether you’re a new or mature driver, passenger, pedestrian, or cyclist. Email PublicAffairs4@ace.aaa.com for more information about the Auto Club’s free workshops and resources.
Metro Bike Share system makes bikes available 24/7, 365 days a year in Downtown LA, Central LA, North Hollywood, Westwood and on the Westside. Metro Bike Share offers convenient round-the-clock access to a fleet of bicycles for short trips. Metro Bike Share is one of LA Metro’s multiple public transportation options for Angelenos and visitors to get around. Metro Bike Share is a fast, easy, and fun way to ride, anytime. 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!
RSVP here!

Magnolia & Cartwright Pop - Up
2024-01-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Magnolia & Cartwright, 10650 W Magnolia Blvd, North Hollywood, CA, 91601, United States
Join us around lunchtime in the vibrant North Hollywood at Magnolia & Cartwright on Tuesday January 9th from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. Grab a free 30-minute ride to see the rest of the neighborhood, visit the park, grab groceries, and so much more!

Magnolia & Clybourn Pop - Up
2024-01-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Magnolia & Clybourn, 10301 W Magnolia Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 91601, United States
Do you live in North Hollywood? If so, catch us at Magnolia & Clybourn on Tuesday January 9th from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. The Metro Bike Share team will happily answer questions you may have about using the system in the Valley.

Arizona & 16th Pop-Up
2023-12-19 10:30 - 11:30 | Arizona & 16th, Arizona Ave & 16th, Santa Monica, CA, 90404, United States
Come visit us at our first pop-up at our newest station conveniently located right next to the UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and many establishments along Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevards. Sign up for a pass with the team at Arizona & 16th on from 10:30 am to 11:30 am on December 19th.

17th St / SMC E Line Station Pop-Up
2023-12-19 09:00 - 10:30 | 17th St / SMC E Line Station, 1610 Colorado AveSanta, Santa Monica, CA, 90404, United States
SMC students! Learn how you can sign up for a reduced fare Metro Bike Share pass with the team at 17th St / SMC E Line Station on December 19th from 9:00 am to 10:30 am.

Drake Stadium Pop-Up
2023-12-14 10:30 - 11:30 | Drake Stadium, 340 Bruin Walk, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Did you know that you can bike from your dorm to class and back again using Metro Bike Share? Meet the team and find out how at Drake Stadium station from 10:30 am to 11:30 am on Thursday December 14th.

Gateway Plaza Pop-Up
2023-12-14 09:30 - 10:30 | Gateway Plaza, 425 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
Integrate biking into your commute to UCLA with Metro Bike Share! The team will be at Gateway Plaza on December 14th from 9:30 am to 10:30 am to answer any questions you may have.

North Hollywood Station Pop-Up
2023-12-12 10:15 - 11:15 | North Hollywood Station, 5377 Lankershim, North Hollywood, CA, 91601, United States
Learn how you can augment your bus and rail trips around North Hollywood by talking with the Metro Bike Share team on Tuesday December 12th from 10:15 am to 11:15 am at North Hollywood Station.

Chandler & Laurel Canyon Pop-Up
2023-12-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Chandler & Laurel Canyon, 5352 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Valley Village, CA, 91607, United States
Do you have questions about Metro Bike Share? We are here to answer. The Metro Bike Share team will be at Chandler & Laurel Canyon December 12th from 9:00 am to 10:00 am.

3rd & Santa Fe Pop-Up
2023-12-11 08:45 - 09:45 | 3rd & Santa Fe, 999 E Third Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90033, United States
Looking to spend your lunch break in the Arts District? Visit our table at 3rd & Santa Fe and get a free 1-Ride for you and your friends. We will be there on Monday December 11th from 8:45 am to 9:45 am.
