Ride Out for Liberation
Center Ride Out, an AIDS/Life Cycle legacy event, is a 3-day out-and-back cycling adventure (April 23-25, 2027) from Los Angeles to Ojai that benefits the Los Angeles LGBT Center.
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EXPLORE THE ROUTE
We’ve developed a route that reflects the heart of Center Ride Out: safety first and breathtaking SoCal scenery. This route delivers a point-to-point experience (with surprises and fun along the route) you won’t find anywhere else!
Day 1: LA to Ojai
Arrive at the starting line with your gear bag ready for drop-off. Grab coffee and breakfast, get in a good stretch, and join us for a short program to ground ourselves in the incredible fundraising efforts you’ve made possible. On April 23, we roll out! We’ll ride from Los Angeles’ urban streets through scenic canyon climbs, all the way to your queer summer camp: Basecamp at Lake Casistas in Ojai. Highlights on the route include rest stops where you can refuel and recover, a lunch stop with food provided by the Los Angeles LGBT Center's culinary program (if you don't know, then get familiar!), and more.
Day 2: Choose Your Adventure
Day 2 is all about choosing your own adventure. You can take a full rest day and enjoy the summer-camp energy at Lake Casistas— massage and medical services, arts and crafts, camp olympics, drag camp counselors, a DJ and dance party, and plenty of time to relax and connect with the community. Or, if you’d prefer to ride, we’ll have two loop options: a mellow 30-mile scenic ride or a 62.1-mile route with rolling hills and wide-open landscapes. Whether you rest, ride, or do a little of both, Day 2 meets you exactly where you are.
Day 3: Ojai to LA
Day 3 is a ride that begins on quiet, rolling backcountry roads before carrying you through the Malibu coast. From there, you’ll reach some of the most beautiful coastal miles we could find before riding the final stretch to the Finish Line, where we’ll welcome you home with a block-party finish.
Day 1
Day 2 – Short Route
Day 2 – Longer Route
Day 3 – Longer Route
WE'VE GOT YOUR BACK
This ride is for everyone—whether you’ve fundraised before or not. With toolkits, templates, and support from our staff and community, you’ll have everything you need to fundraise with ease. Earn incentives along the way and learn how the Community Fund helps every rider reach their goal.
LIFE AT CAMP
After each day’s ride, you’ll arrive at Camp—your home base for rest, connection, and outrageous fun! Picture dinners shared under the stars, community programming that brings people together, and that unmistakable queer summer camp energy.
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FAQ: CENTER RIDE OUT
Event Basics
April 23–25, 2027.
Registration & Fundraising
Visit GoFundMe to set up your personal page, access toolkits, stories, and resources, and share your journey to support the Center’s programs.
Training & Support
Flexible, self-guided digital plans for all skill levels, plus cross-training guidance and access to past SoCal routes. Ride at your own pace.
Ride Logistics
Meals include vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Tent accommodations are provided at Basecamp.
Inclusivity & Safety
Center Ride Out is about visibility, resilience, and joy. Riding through diverse communities shows why our presence matters. We’ll provide safety guidance and community-building support.
Community & Partnerships
Yes! Interested in offering free/discounted goods or services like bike fits or donations for raffles? Fill out our partner form.
Want to sponsor or learn more? Contact Melissa Lewis, Ride Director, at ride@lalgbtcenter.org.
MEDIA INQUIRIES
Oliver DelGado
Los Angeles LGBT Center’s
Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
odelgado@lalgbtcenter.org
Kyle Pavia
Los Angeles LGBT Center’s
Senior Digital Communications Manager
kyle.pavia@lalgbtcenter.org
Kasha Horton
Center Ride Out’s
Communications and Marketing Lead
kasha.horton@lalgbtcenter.org
