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Frequently Asked Questions

• What is CicloSDias?

  Celebration of car-free streets, for one day on a continuous route for neighbors to bike, walk, stroll, skate, shop. Free to the public.

• When will the route be affected before and after the event?

  The event is 10:00am – 3:00pm. Street parking is affected at 7am the morning off until 4pm on the day of the event (allowing for street clearing). Please note cars parked on the route after 7am Sunday, October 29th will be towed. In addition to the road closures for the route itself, side streets along the route will also be affected.  

• What if my home or business is on the route?

  Then you are in luck! You can just walk out your door and enjoy!

• Is the route always the same or will it change each year?

  There have been requests from additional neighborhoods in other parts of the City for a CicloSDias. We are looking at planning for up to three a year, on different dates in different areas. Keep checking the website for updates.

• What neighborhoods are in the event?

  The route (approximately 3 miles) will be continuous through the Downtown neighborhoods of Little Italy, the Gaslamp Quarter, East Village and Barrio Logan.

• What direction does CicloSDias flow?

  The bookends of the events are Columbia at Date Street in Little Italy and Logan Avenue at Sampson Street in Barrio Logan.

• Is it just for bicyclists?

  This is for everyone. Bike, walk, stroll, skate.

• Where can I rent a bike, or bikes for the family?

  There will several bike rental locations along the route.

• Is there parking?

  Yes, parking is available at Park it On Market  (614 Market Street) and at Padres Parkade (440 11th Street) as well as at other lots along the route.

• Is there public transportation?

  MTS will be running, as well. Please click here for assistance planning your trip.

• Are there bathrooms along the route?

  Portable restrooms will be available along the route near Logan and Sampson, 14th and L and Cedar and Columbia

• Are there water stations?

  Local eateries will be open for food and beverage purchases.

• Is the event stroller friendly?

  Yes, all family members, including favorite pets (on leashes) should come out to enjoy the open streets celebration.

• Is the route handicap accessible?

  Yes. With no starting point, individuals requiring handicap-accessible areas can enter wherever is most convenient for them along the route. There are minimal inclines along the route, any portion deemed steep will have proper signage.

• Can I set up a table or tent along the route?

  No. CicloSDias has a limited event permit and insurance, which only covers active recreation in the streets. Activities that keep the flow of the street moving forward and are in the spirit of walking, bicycling, jogging, rollerblading, skating, etc. are acceptable, while tabling, tents, and booths are not covered by the permit.

• Does the City of San Diego endorse CicloSDias?

  Yes. CicloSDias is a collaboration of the City of San Diego, San Diego County Bicycle Coalition and the many partners listed on the website.

• When is the next CicloSDias?

  Please continue to check the website for updates.

• How do I get more information?

  For more information about CicloSDias San Diego, please contact us at [email protected].

• Are helmets mandatory?

  Helmets are mandatory for anyone under 18 year of age. While helmets are not mandatory for adults, they are recommended.

• Will there be "Feeder Rides"?

  A feeder ride is when a group of people meet up and ride to the CicloSDias route together. Feeder rides are not sponsored or produced by CicloSDias. Many feeder rides will depart before the streets are open to the public for walking and biking, so riders will be riding alongside cars. Please wear helmets and stress safety amongst your groups!

• Where are the Hubs located?

  The bookends of the events are Columbia at Date Street in Little Italy and Logan Avenue at Sampson Street in Barrio Logan.