LA’s Pedal-Powered Happy Hour Fundraising Celebration
Bringing together cyclists from daily commuters to weekend warriors & everyone in between!
Saturday, November 15, 2025; 12 p.m.–3 p.m.
BikeLA (formerly Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition) hosts its 4th Annual LA BikeFest Fundraiser Happy Hour and Celebration of bike-minded people from daily commuters to weekend warriors, and everyone in between. A Pedal-Powered Party where attendees are encouraged to ride to and from LA BikeFest via the healthiest, happiest, most sustainable, and equitable transportation available – the bicycle.
Taking place on Saturday, November 15 from 12 p.m.–3 p.m. at Highland Park Brewery, a hop, skip and roll from the Chinatown Metro station, the event is open to all ages, but you must be 21+ to be served beer.
The $25 per person ticket (purchased in advance; $35 at the door if capacity allows) includes:
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Free bike valet
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One beer or non-alcoholic drink
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A commemorative sky-blue BikeLA bandana
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BikeLA’s biggest-ever bike-themed silent auction
Join the Los Angeles Cycling Community
Join fellow BikeLA supporters, local chapter members, and Angelenos with the shared desire to transform Los Angeles into a better place to live and bicycle. Come together for a relaxed afternoon of good vibes, great company, and tasty brews.
In addition, BikeLA has announced this year’s 2025 Spoke Award Honorees who will be honored at this year’s BikeFest:
2025 Spoke Award Honorees
Hugo Soto-Martinez, Los Angeles City Council, 13th District
Hugo Soto-Martinez was born and raised in Los Angeles. His parents immigrated here and worked as street vendors to give Hugo and his five siblings more opportunities than they had in Mexico. As a child, he took pride in building and riding his own bicycles.
For 16 years, Hugo organized with UNITE HERE! Local 11, fighting alongside mostly immigrant women in the hotel industry to win better wages, healthcare, and respect on the job. Since his election to City Council in 2022, Hugo has worked to build community power and bring the voice of working people into City Hall.
In 2024, Hugo opened his first-ever protected bike lanes in Hollywood as part of his landmark “Access to Hollywood” project.
Metro Staff – Rail to Rail Path
BikeLA commends Metro staff for the Rail to Rail Path, a new 5.5-mile path for walking, biking, and rolling in South LA that connects the K Line at Fairview Heights to the A Line at Slauson Station.
Outfitted with five Metro Bike Share Stations—at Denker & Slauson, Vermont & Slauson, Figueroa & Slauson, Avalon & Slauson, and Compton & Slauson—these stations, installed in May 2025, connect communities along the Slauson corridor with affordable bicycles.
ActiveSGV – Building Safer, Greener Streets
ActiveSGV, founded in 2010 by San Gabriel Valley residents and public health advocates, addresses the lack of safe, green, complete streets in east Los Angeles County.
The organization has led over a dozen active transportation plans, launched one of California’s first Traffic Diversion Programs with the El Monte District Court, and organized eight regional open streets events, including 626 Golden Streets (2017) and ArroyoFest (2023).
ActiveSGV also created the region’s first monthly e-bike share program (GoSGV.com) in 2022, built the Merced Avenue Greenway bikeway (2024), and expanded green space in El Monte – advancing a more sustainable, equitable, and livable San Gabriel Valley.
Special Partner Acknowledgements
Special recognition goes to:
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Streets Are For Everyone (SAFE) – founded by cyclist Damian Kevitt after being hit by a car in Griffith Park; celebrating its 10th Anniversary promoting safer streets and reducing traffic fatalities to zero.
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Highland Park Brewery – graciously hosting BikeFest for the third consecutive year.
BikeLA’s honorees are passionate, dedicated, and collaborative in making Los Angeles a more bikeable region for everyone.
A Message from BikeLA’s Executive Director
“BikeFest is more than a bike celebration — it’s a statement about the kind of Los Angeles we’re building together,” explains Eli Akira Kaufman, BikeLA executive director.
“Every time someone chooses to ride, they’re choosing cleaner air, safer streets, and stronger connections among our communities. BikeLA exists to make that choice easier for everyone, in every neighborhood, every day.”
Food, Drinks, and Brewery Experience
Highland Park Brewery will have a bar in a designated area where additional beer can be purchased, as well as offering a special menu (including a vegan option) available for purchase.
BikeFest Sponsors
Gold Helmet Sponsor
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Waymo – making it safer, more accessible, and sustainable to get around without the need for anyone in the driver’s seat.
Silver Helmet Sponsors
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Tranzito-Vector – improving bus shelter design and amenities
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Bicycle Transit Systems – supporting shared mobility across Los Angeles
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Lyft – expanding bike commute options for on-demand, late-night, and morning rides
Bronze Helmet Sponsors
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Laemmle Charitable Foundation – building a more sustainable community
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Lime – expanding the world’s largest shared electric fleet
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Serve Robotics – developing autonomous sidewalk delivery robots
Silent auction donors include Spurcycle, Patagonia, Yakima, Tern, Road Runner Bags, ABUS, Kryptonite, and more.
How to Attend BikeFest 2025
Visit la-bike.org or sign up for email announcements.
Ticket proceeds and donations help raise crucial funds to support BikeLA’s advocacy and programming to make Los Angeles more bikeable for everyone.
Getting to LA BikeFest
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Ride your bike!
BikeLA offers complimentary Bike Valet and encourages guests to use the most sustainable transportation available – the bicycle. -
Driving?
Street parking is available, but please check all parking signs carefully.
Location: Highland Park Brewery, 1220 N. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Time: Saturday, November 15, 2025; 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Tickets: $25 in advance; $35 at the door; ages 5+
Includes free bike valet, one drink, a commemorative BikeLA bandana, and access to the silent auction.
More Information & Tickets
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Contact: [email protected]
About BikeLA
BikeLA is a nonprofit organization that works to make all communities in Los Angeles County healthy, safe, and fun places to ride a bike through advocacy, education, and outreach.
BikeLA envisions an LA County that’s great for everyday, year-round bicycling—where people enjoy cleaner air, quieter streets, and safer neighborhoods.
Their mission ensures more women, families, and children ride bikes safely, and that people of all backgrounds can ride everywhere, safely and conveniently.
Photos – Courtesy of BikeLA
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