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Venice Beach is a place of art, community, and freedom. Safety isn’t usually the top thing you thing of when you think of Venice. That’s why bicycle fanatics in Venice Beach are integrating fun and art with bicycle safety.
The Venice Electric Light Parade is an event that happens every Sunday night at Sunset. Beginning at the famous Venice Sign at 6:30 PM, the train of bicyclists ride around town until 8:30 PM.
Most of the bikes have thousands of brightly colored LED’s attached, creating a light show that fits right in to the creative Southern California town.
We could describe the light parade to you, but it is much easier to understand if you see it in person. To make a night of the parade, grab dinner at some of the local places before heading over to the parade route.
“Changing the world one pint at a time,” Venice Ale House is the best place to grab a craft beer by the beach. Located on the World Famous Venice Boardwalk the menu offers local and sustainable food, 30 different craft wines, fine California wines, and fresh cocktails. It’s the perfect place to grab a drink after a long day on the beach but before you settle in to watch the lights.
Zelda’s Corner is a local Venice Deli that makes fresh sandwiches and delectable desserts. Open 7 days a week on Westminster Ave, this unique restaurant always caters to you, the customer. With a menu inspired by the locals who frequent the shop, and a staff that encourages you to make your own sandwich instead of simply ordering off the menu, Zelda’s will always make you feel at home. Swing by for a quick and delicious bite before heading to the parade.
Beach Style dining and cocktails, this café is just a 1/2 block from the ocean. This straightforward American cuisine, friendly service and beach vibe makes James’ Beach “comfortable as a sweater,” according to LA Times food critic Irene Virbila. Open until 1:30am every night of the week, you can stop by before or after the parade.