Our Firecracker Festival is a two-day expo located in the heart of Chinatown. It hosts over 50 exhibitors showcasing products and services including nutrition, beverages, snacks, running shoes and cycling apparel. The expo is open to the public and free.

Schedule of Events

Bike Ride

- Celebrating 17 years with the Year of the Snake!
- Fun Ride/Half-Century through historic Los Angeles Chinatown and surrounding neighborhoods in person or virtually in a course near you
- Proceeds from the events are donated to local elementary schools and non-profit organizations

Bike Ride Finishers Will Receive
- Ultra-soft commemorative short sleeve t-shirt
- Goodie Bag
- Finisher Medal

8:30AM: 20 Mi Fun Ride at Chinatown, Los Angeles River Path
The short route takes advantage of the recently renovated LA River Bike Trail that is protected from vehicular traffic. It also starts in Chinatown and enters the restored Los Angeles River that has been transformed into a sanctuary for a wide variety of birds and other wildlife. View the architectural bridges, cafes and even a bike shop that has sprouted up along the river. This is an easy and relaxed route that is perfect for beginners and intermediate riders. There are multiple restrooms along the route and a large staffed and stocked rest stop with a picnic area will be waiting for you at the ½ way point.

8:00AM: 50 Mile Half-Century at East Side Neighborhoods
We collected feedback from riders of past events and designed a better route with improved rest stops that are more cyclist friendly. The new route goes through Downtown LA, The LA River, Glendale, Eagle Rock, Pasadena, Altadena, San Marino, South Pasadena, El Sereno and Lincoln Heights. We start in historic Chinatown with a backdrop of City Hall, ride pass Los Angeles State Historic Park, Autry Museum, LA Zoo, Travel Town, LA Equestrian Center, Bette Davis Park, Verdugo Mountains, JPL/NASA, Christmas Tree Lane, Eaton Canyon and much more. This is a fantastic way to experience the sights, smells and diversity of Los Angeles County on 2 wheels with fellow cyclists, route signage, SAG support and 3 stocked/staffed rest stops. This is a mix of bike path, bike lanes and urban streets.

9:00AM: Paw'er Dog Walk Highlights
- Lunar New Year Celebration, the 2k walk will be administered through the RaceJoy app.
- Proceeds from the event are donated to local animal rescue organizations

Paw'er Dog Walk Participants Receive
Ultra-soft commemorative Firecracker t-shirt for dogs (sizes and quantities limited)
Doggie Goodie Bag (with special gift for dogs)
Commemorative Year of the Dragon Medal (for doggies)

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