Friday, November 17, 2023
Forecast: Don't Be Afraid of a Little Rain, But Bring Your Umbrella!
Hi everyone, we’ve been monitoring the weather and constantly refreshing the forecast on weather.com and right now, it says: “Cloudy. Periods of rain early. High 66F. Winds light and variable.” That sounds very much like light rain (hopefully before we kick off), and then overcast skies — but nothing we can’t handle. Bring an umbrella and a jacket just in case, but if anything, this will be a nice, cool environment to do this year’s walk.
The last time we faced rain was the 2010 Great LA Walk, and the day started a bit wet. But it cleared up and the Walkers who stuck it out were treated to a perfect day for a stroll. Not too hot, no swealtering sun. We live in LA, and we know how the rain goes. It's never as bad -- or lasts as long -- as we think. And this year, we'll be walking in urban areas where it will always be easy to dash into a restaurant and grab a snack in case you want to wait some wet stuff out. Hope to see you all on Saturday!
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Get Ready for Some Great LA Walk Deals and Specials!
As we're walking up and down Franklin, Fairfax, Pico and Western on Saturday, we're going to encounter too many amazing places to eat. Try as many as you can! But to help you out, here are some specials for Great LA Walkers along the way:
FREE: Costa Coffee Flat White -- Thanks to the team at Costa Coffee, they plan to pass out free iced coffee to Great LA Walkers at the starting point!
Diamond Bakery (335 N. Fairfax)
15% off any order for Great LA Walkers! Get some cookies to snack on through the day!
Rosemary and Thyme (5662 W. Pico)
Free soft serve with any meal purchase! (That photo at the top is one of their sandwiches and it looks amazing.)
El Cholo - the Original (1121 S. Western)
Happy hour pricing for Great LA Walkers between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Get a margarita! Or more! Celebrate the 100th anniversary of El Cholo, a true Los Angeles institution!
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
DOWNLOAD: The Great Los Angeles Walk 2023 Map and Highlights PDF
Here's this year's GREAT LOS ANGELES WALK handout!
Or, save the images below to your smart phone, and/or copy and paste the directions below. See below:
START AT GRIFFITH PARK
LOS FELIZ BLVD. CURVES INTO WESTERN
Fern Dell Western Stairs
American Film Institute
TURN WEST ON FRANKLIN
Immaculate Heart
>>Locali (sandwich) — 5825 Franklin Ave.
>>The Oaks Gourmet Market (grocery, prepared food) — 1915 N. Bronson
>>Schwartz & Sandy’s Lounge (Vanderpump nonsense) — 1917 N. Bronson
MILE 1: Franklin Ave. and Beachwood Drive
>>Clark Street Diner (American) — 6145 Franklin Ave.
Hollywood Tower Apartments
>>Kettle Glazed Donuts (donuts) — 6211 Franklin Ave.
>> For The Win (burgers) — 6221 Franklin Ave.
WALK UNDER THE 101
Franklin-Ivar Park
Chateau Alto Nido Apartments
>>Solar de Cahuenga (coffee) — 1847 N. Cahuenga Blvd.
Chateau Des Fleurs Apartments
Montecito Apartments
TURN SOUTH ON HIGHLAND, THEN WEST BACK ON FRANKLIN.
MILE 2: Franklin Ave. and Highland
Hollywood United Methodist Church
Orchid Apartments
The Magic Castle
Dorothy and Benjamin Smith Park
Runyon Canyon
MILE 3: Franklin Ave. and Sierra Bonita Ave. (Wattles Farm)
WALK THROUGH THE GATE AND PASS BY WATTLES MANSION AND GARDENS PARK. WHEN YOU HIT CURSON, HEAD SOUTH TO HOLLYWOOD BLVD. HEAD WEST ON HOLLYWOOD BLVD. WHEN YOU REACH FAIRFAX AVE., HEAD SOUTH.
>> Sam’s Bagels (bagels) — 7864 Sunset Blvd.
>> The Griddle Cafe (breakfast) — 7916 Sunset Blvd.
>>Bristol Farms (grocery) — 7880 Sunset Blvd.
MILE 4: Fairfax Ave. and Fountain Ave.
St. Ambrose Catholic Church
Village Synagogue
>>Whole Foods Market (grocery) — 6350 W. 3rd St.
>> Kung Pao Bistro (Chinese) — 7853 Santa Monica Blvd.
>> Potato Chips Deli (sandwiches) — 1111 N. Fairfax Ave.
>> Flipper’s Brunch (breakfast) — 1010A N. Fairfax Ave.
>> Oki Dog (American) — 860 N. Fairfax Ave.
>> Blue Bottle Coffee (coffee) — 830 N. Fairfax
>> Pop’s Bagels (breakfast) 801 N. Fairfax
>> Coffee Commissary (coffee) 801 N. Fairfax
MILE 5: Fairfax Ave. and Melrose Ave.
Fairfax High School
Brain Dead Studios (formerly Silent Movie Theatre)
Greenway Court Theatre
>> Pearl’s Finest Teas (boba tea) — 523 N. Fairfax
>> Dave’s Hot Chicken (chicken) — 465 N. Fairfax
>> Equator Coffees (coffee) — 456 N. Fairfax
>> Prime Pizza (pizza) — 446 N. Fairfax
>> COFAX Fairfax (cafe) — 440 N. Faifax
>> Canter’s Deli (deli) — 417 N. Fairfax
>> BADMAASH Fairfax (Indian) — 418 N. Fairfax
>> Jon & Vinny’s Fairfax (pizza) — 412 N. Fairfax
>> Diamond Bakery (15% OFF FOR WALKERS!) — 335 N. Fairfax
>> Chao Krung Thai (Thai) — 111 N. Fairfax
Television City
>> Manna Cafe (coffee, sandwiches) — 101 S. Fairfax
>> Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee (coffee, dessert) — 175 S. Fairfax
The Grove
The Original Farmers Market
WGA West
>> Frank’s (Mexican) — 363 S. Fairfax
Park La Brea
Samy’s Camera
>> Lo/Cal Coffee & Market (coffee, sandwiches) — 487 S. Fairfax
>> Pho Saigon Pearl (Vietnamese) — 519 S. Fairfax
>> Molly Malone’s Irish Pub — 575 S. Fairfax
MILE 6: Fairfax Ave. and 6th Street
LACMA/ “Levitated Mass”
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
>> Fanny’s (diner) — 6067 Wilshire Blvd.
Petersen Automotive Museum (visit the lobby!)
>> Meyers Manx Cafe (American, coffee, brunch) — 6060 Wilshire Blvd.
>> Tom Bergin’s (pub) — 840 S. Fairfax
>> Lalibela (Ethiopian) — 1025 S. Fairfax
>> Paradocs Coffee & Tea (coffee) — 1032 S. Fairfax
>> Buna Ethiopian Restaurant & Market (Ethiopian) — 1034 S. Fairfax
>> Merkato (Ethiopian) — 1036 1/2 S. Fairfax
>> Messob (Ethiopian) — 1041 S. Fairfax
>> Rosalind’s (Ethiopian) — 1044 S. Fairfax
>> Rahel Vegan Cuisine (Ethiopian) — 1047 S. Fairfax
>> Meals by Genet (Ethiopian) — 1053 S. Fairfax
Hero Complex Gallery
>> Hansen’s Cakes — 1060 S. Fairfax
>> No Reservation LA (seafood truck) — 1066 S. Fairfax
Pont des Arts Los Angeles
TURN EAST ON PICO
MILE 7: Fairfax Ave. and Pico
>> Taco Bar (tacos) — 5815 W. Pico
>> Paper or Plastik Cafe (sandwiches, salads) — 5772 W. Pico
>> Rosemary and Thyme (sandwich) — 5662 W. Pico
>> Charlie’s Fish & Chip (seafood) — 5677 W. Pico
>> Little Miss Cafe (cafe) — 5671 W. Pico
>> My 2 Cents LA (Southern) — 5583 W. Pico
>> Bloom Cafe (sandwiches, salads) — 5544 W. Pico
>> Stevie’s Creole Cafe (Creole) — 5545 W. Pico
>> Joe’s Pizza Mid-City (pizza) — 5504 W. Pico
>> Mad Lab Coffee (cafe) — 5508 W. Pico
>> C.J.’s Cafe (Mexican, brunch) — 5501 W. Pico
>> Alfredo’s Pizza (pizza) — 5450 W. Pico
MILE 8: Pico Blvd. and Hauser Blvd.
>> South Philly Experience (cheesesteaks) — 5408 W. Pico
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
>> Sky’s Gourmet Tacos (tacos) — 5303 W. Pico
>> Wi Jammin (Jamaican) — 5103 W. Pico
>> Lucy’s Drive In (American) — 1373 S. La Brea
MILE 9: Pico Blvd. and San Vicente Blvd.
>> Oki’s Dog (American) — 4601 W. Pico
>> Chef Arango Indian (Indian) — 4506 W. Pico
>> Tom’s Number 5 Chiliburgers (American) — 4497 W. Pico
>> Tacos El Compita (Mexican) — 4477 W. Pico
>> La Cocinita (Salvadoran) — 4379 W. Pico
>> Mateo’s Ice Cream & Fruit Bars (dessert) — 4234 W. Pico
>> The Grain Cafe (vegan, sandwiches) — 4222 W. Pico
>> El Baron (Salvadoran) — 4212 W. Pico
>> Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken (chicken) — 1262 Crenshaw
>> Ham Ji Park (Korean) — 4135 W. Pico
>> The Corner Slice (pizza) — 1275 S. Bronson
>> 6 Avenue Caffe (brunch, sandwiches) — 3810 W. Pico
>> La Cevicheria (seafood) — 3809 W. Pico
>> El Trebol (Salvadorean) — 3731 W. Pico
>> Nam Won Gol (Korean) — 3623 W. Pico
>> The History Coffee (coffee) — 3501 W. Pico
MILE 10: Pico Blvd. and Arlington Ave.
>> La Mayordomia 2 (bakery) — 3315 W. Pico
>> Expresion Oaxaquena Restaurante (Oaxaquan) — 3301 W. Pico
>> Panderia Santo Domingo (bakery) — 3180 W. Pico
TURN NORTH ON WESTERN
>> Road to Seoul Korean BBQ (Korean) — 1230 S. Western
>> El Cholo — The Original (Mexican) — 1121 S. Western
>> Cafe De Mama (coffee) — 1102 S. Western
>> Seoul Soul BBQ (Korean) — 1040 S. Western
Koreatown Galleria shopping mall
MILE 11: Western Ave. and Olympic Blvd.
>> KTown Pho (Vietnamese) — 974 S. Western
Koreatown Plaza shoppiing mall
>> BCD Tofu House (Korean) — 869 S. Western
>> Flour Premium Donut (dessert) — 833 S. Western
>> IKI Ramen (Japanese) — 740 S. Western
>> Southland Beer (pub) — 740 S. Western
>> Sun Nong Dang (Korean) — 710 S. Western
>> Boba Story (boba tea) — 701 S. Western
Wiltern Theatre
>> Sushi Ippo — 3800 Wilshire
>> Gangnam Station Korean BBQ (Korean) — 3785 Wilshire
>> Shake Shack Koreatown (burgers) — 3785 Wilshire
Madang Courtyard (621 S. Western)
>> Paris Baguette (dessert) — 621 S. Western
>> Heuk Hwa Dang (tea house) — 621 S. Western
>> Mo’s House of Axe Restaurant, Bar and Axe Throwing (pub) — 611 S. Western
>> TPO Coffee (cafe) — 537 S. Western
>> Bumsan Organic Milk Bar (ice cream) — 534 S. Western
>> Monty’s Good Burger (vegan, burgers) — 516 S. Western
MILE 12: Western Ave. and 5th Street
>> Two Hands Seoul Fresh Corn Dogs (Korean) — 450 S. Western
>> Ye Stage & Tea (tea house) — 450 S. Western
>> Boba Bear (boba tea) — 414 S. Western
>> Taqueria Juquilita (Mexican) — Wilshire Center
>> Prime K BBQ (Korean) — 400 S. Western
>> SongHak Korean BBQ (Korean) — 356 S. Western
>> Mr. Bossam K-town (Korean) — 338 S. Western
>> The Dolly Llama (ice cream) — 273 S. Western
>> Farina Pizza (pizza) — 119 S. Western
>> It’s Boba Time (boba tea) — 125 N. Western
>> Paris Baguette (dessert) — 125 N. Western
>> Coin De Rue dessert cafe (bakery) — 125 N. Western
>> Burritos Sahuayo (Mexican) — Western and 1st
>> Wool Um Ma (Korean) — 124 N. Western
>> Balcony Coffee and Tea (cafe) — 314 N. Western
The modernist KFC building — 340 N. Western
>> Lab Coffee and Roasters (coffee) — 429 N. Western
>> Mesón Cafe (coffee) — 459 N. Western
MILE 13: Western Ave. and Melrose Ave.
>> Ggiata Delicatessen (sandwiches) — 5009 Melrose
>> Kuya Lord (Filipino) — 5003 Melrose
>> Organico (juice, smoothies) — 5001 Melrose
>> Le Coupe (chicken) — 709 N. Western
>> Cafe Telegrama (coffee, brunch) — 737 N. Western
>> Mesa Thai Cuisine (Thai) — 820 N. Western
>> El Jocoreño (Salvadoran) — 910 N. Western
>> Boba ZZing (boba tea) — 954 N. Western
>> Dave’s Hot Chicken (chicken) — 970 N. Western
>> La Monarca Bakery & Cafe (bakery) — 1096 N. Western
WALK UNDER THE 101 FREEWAY
MILE 14: Western Ave. and Fountain Ave.
>> The Happy Tacos (tacos) — 1300 N. Western
>> Leo’s Taco Truck — 5525 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood & Western building
>> Cara (California cuisine) — 1740 N. Western
>> Baskin-Robbins (ice cream) — 1832 N. Western
>> Lazy Acres Market (grocery) — 1841 N. Western
MILE 14.92: END, BACK AT GRIFFITH PARK
And here, courtesy @WalkingLA, is a Google Maps embed with all the attractions and eats on the route!
Sunday, November 12, 2023
The Great Los Angeles Walk 2023 Frequently Asked Questions
It's time for the annual BURNING QUESTIONS! As we are asked every year: Is walking 15 miles even humanly possible? (When you're taking your time on an all-day leisurely stroll, of course!) Can I bike it? (Yes! But you'll miss some of the joys of exploring the city on foot and meeting others.) Take the Metro? (Of course!) Bring a dog or my kid? (Sure!) Quit half way through? (Whatever you want!) Does it cost money (No!) Are you personally driving me back to my car? (Well, no.)Here it is, the Frequently Asked Questions roundup for the GREAT LOS ANGELES WALK 2023!
1. WHEN/WHERE? Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 -- the Saturday before Thanksgiving, like we do every year. We're meeting at the bear statue at Griffith Park -- On Google Maps, the address is listed as 5413 Los Feliz Blvd.
Before 9 am we'll gather for a pep talk and some info about the day. Then, we're off right at 9 am! THE WALK HAPPENS, RAIN OR SHINE! (We had light rain one year, but it cleared up by mid day.)
2. WHO? We're expecting 300 or so urban hikers this year. We're taking RSVPs at greatlawalk(at)mail(dot)com (yes, "mail," not "gmail"), but RSVPs are not necessary. We'll take anyone who shows up too! Also sign up for our email list if you want future info about the Walk.
3. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? C'mon, it's completely free! But you're on your own when it comes to paying for lunch, dinner, water, etc. So don't forget to plan accordingly.
4. WHAT'S THE PATH? From Griffith Park, we will take Los Feliz (which turns into Western) down to Franklin, and hang a right. We'll continue on Franklin to Highland -- where it swoops down, and we'll continue to take Franklin to its end, at Wattles Mansion and Garden Park, a little past Runyon Canyon. From there, we'll take Curson to Hollywood Blvd., and continue to Fairfax. And then this is the fun part. We will journey down Fairfax for the first time! West Hollywood, Canter's, all those shoe stores, The Grove, Park La Brea, the Academy Museum and LACMA, the Petersen Auto Museum, Little Ethiopia, and so much more! At Pico, we will head east. Who doesn't love Pico? And this is a great stretch, full of amazing places to eat and so much culture. And then we reach Western. Western Avenue is when we head back north. Right into the heart of Koreatown. (And also El Cholo, celebrating its 100th anniversary this year! Stop and grab a margarita!) We continue all the way up Western... Back to the Griffith Park bear.
We strictly walk down sidewalks. As for bathroom breaks along the way, it's up to you to find businesses that will let you go. Coffee shops like Starbucks are usually pretty good for that.
5. WAIT, I DIDN'T GET ALL OF THAT! Don't worry, there will be a PDF you can download to your phone, and handouts with the map!
Several hikers will be Twittering (X-ing? I will never call it that) as well -- including us, at @greatlawalk. Check one of those Twitter accounts to figure out where we are.
6. WHAT DO WE DO ALONG THE WAY? Explore! The whole excitement of exploring L.A. by foot is to get up close and personal with sites you might normally miss while cruising down the street in your car.
7. HOW LONG IS THE HIKE? Around 15 miles -- that sounds like a lot, but it's really not, when you take time to explore.
That's why it's even more IMPORTANT to note: This is not a race. Sure, you can sprint all the way to the end, but where's the fun in that? There's no prize for who gets there first. Instead, take a breath, and join the bulk of us as we leisurely stroll through downtown and stop frequently to take in the sights.
8. WHEN WILL WE GET TO THE END? With so many hikers, people will eventually start to space out. The idea is to finish at around sunset.
9. CAN WE BIKE IT? BRING KIDS? PETS? Because you're walking on your own accord -- remember, this is an unofficial gathering of passionate Angelenos walking the streets of our communities -- you can do whatever you want. Use your best judgement, of course. We're not responsible for you.
10. WHAT ABOUT INJURIES? Again, there is no infrastructure to our Walk, so you need to take care of yourself just like you would whenever you walk anywhere. Be careful, stay safe and stick with a group of walkers!
11. WHAT ABOUT LUNCH? There are so many restaurants on our walk, you'll have quite the pick to choose from. But this year we don't have an arrangement with any one place -- other than a 15% deal at Diamond Bakery on Fairfax, so be sure to stop by for a mid-morning snack!
12. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THE WALK IS DONE? We'll take group photos at the end... and then celebrate at a location to be mentioned later!
13. HOW DO I GET THERE, OR GET HOME? This is the benefit of starting and ending at the same spot for the first time ever. Get to Griffith Park early to stake out a parking spot for the day. Or take a ride share or public transportation! Check out LA Metro for bus or train times!
14. WHAT SHOULD I WEAR/BRING? Loose, comfy clothing. I'd wear shorts, a t-shirt (and perhaps a sweatshirt, depending on the temperature). Also, tennis shoes... sunglasses... a hat... sunscreen... extra socks... a blister kit (optional, of course -- I haven't brought one, although Band-Aids are a good idea), perhaps a small umbrella, as there is a slight chance for rain... and most importantly, your phone! Take photos, share on social media, and document your experience.
15. HOW CAN I GET A T-SHIRT? T-shirts are now for sale at Great LA Walk's Spreadshirt page (we don't make any money off of these). But order fast, in order get the shirts in time for the Walk.
16. HOW SHOULD I TRAIN FOR THIS? It's not a marathon, so training isn't really necessary. I suppose you could walk around your neighborhood in the days before hand... but I'd avoid any big gym routine the day before, so you're not sore the day you're hiking. But other than that... I didn't train at all for any of the previous nine walks, and have turned out just fine.
17. WHY ARE YOU DOING THIS? Why not? There's no special reason, no charity, no protest, no issue we're promoting -- other than a passion for Los Angeles. In 2006, I organized our walk down Wilshire to mark my 10th anniversary in Los Angeles. But it was so much fun, and it was a chance to meet so many new people, that we did it again in 2007, down Pico; in 2008, via Sunset and Santa Monica Blvd.; and in 2009, we hit West Adams as we walked down Adams and Washington to Venice Beach. In 2010, we returned to Wilshire for the fifth walk; in 2011, we hit Hollywood; in 2012, it was Melrose's turn; in 2013, it was all about Sunset Boulevard; in 2014, we hit the Valley via Ventura Boulevard; in 2015, it was Olympic Boulevard; in 2016, we returned to Pico; in 2017, we hit Beverly Boulevard; in 2018, we walked on 6th Street and through Koreatown; in 2019, we went from Arcadia, through Pasadena and Highland Park to downtown; in 2020, we conducted a socially distanced walk back down Wilshire; in 2021, we retraced the steps of L.A.'s founders, Los Pobladores, from San Gabriel Mission to downtown; and in 2022, we once again explored West Adams before heading to Venice.
It's the Saturday before Thanksgiving as well, so somehow I don't feel as bad gorging on sweet potatoes and pumpkin pie a few days later. And hey, it'll be a cool conversation piece at your holiday party.
18. CAN I SEND IN PHOTOS? READ A RECAP LATER? Of course! Check out www.greatlawalk.com the Monday after the Walk to read a full recap! Send us links to your own recaps, YouTube videos, etc.
19. IMPORTANT: You are walking on your own volition. The Great Los Angeles Walk is just a casual opportunity to walk with other Angelenos through the region. It's not an official organization of any sort -- and is therefore not responsible for your conduct or anything that may happen during your hike. Be careful, and be respectful of others and of your city.
The legalese: As consideration for being allowed to participate in Great LA Walk, all participants are deemed to have released from liability and waived any right to sue its organizers from any and all claims, including claims of negligence, resulting in any physical injury, illness (including death) or economic loss as a result of participating in the Great LA Walk. By participating in a Great LA Walk event, each participant understands that there are risks, such as physical and/or psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability, death or economic loss. These injuries or outcomes may arise from a participant's or other's actions, inactions or negligence, or the condition of the location(s) or facility (es). Nonetheless, participants assune all known and unknown risks of participation in the Great Los Angeles Walk.
Any more questions? Add 'em below and we'll answer them!
Saturday, November 11, 2023
Here's the Map for This Year's Great LA Walk!
Via MapMyFitness, here is the interactive map and the mile markers for this year's event, below!
Monday, November 6, 2023
The Great Los Angeles Walk 2023 Official Press Release Has Been Sent!
THE 18th ANNUAL GREAT LOS ANGELES WALK KICKS OFF — AND ENDS — AT GRIFFITH PARK, TRAVELING UP AND DOWN FAIRFAX AND WESTERN AVENUES FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER ON NOV. 18
LOS ANGELES (Nov. 6, 2023) -- Hundreds of Angelenos will hit the sidewalks once again on Saturday, November 18, for The Great Los Angeles Walk 2023 – the annual event (always held the Saturday before Thanksgiving) that dispels the myth that “nobody walks in L.A.”
After years of mostly east-to-west journeys, this year’s Great Los Angeles Walk (http://www.greatlawalk.com) will feature a number of firsts for the event. The 2023 Walk will begin and end in Griffith Park — the first time L.A.’s major park is included in the Walk, as well as the first time the Walk has started and ended in the same place.
This year’s Walk will meet at the Griffith Park bear statue (5413 Los Feliz Blvd.) at 9 a.m. on Nov. 18, and then head down to Franklin Ave., where we’ll head west toward Hollywood (and past Highland) to the end, at Wattles Mansion and Garden Park, a little past Runyon Canyon. From there, we’ll take Curson to Hollywood Blvd. and continue to Fairfax Ave.
That’s where we’ll turn and take Fairfax Ave. for the first time. Walkers will pass iconic businesses like Canter’s Deli, as well as Television City, The Grove, the Farmers Market, the Academy Museum, the Petersen Auto Museum, the Little Ethiopia restaurants and more.
At Pico, we will head east to Western. And then, we walk back north, up Western, past El Cholo restaurant (celebrating its 100th anniversary this year) and through the heart of Koreatown. We’ll keep walking north, until we make it back to the Griffith Park bear.
All told, this year’s Walk will clock a little under 15 miles. Attendees will be encouraged to explore the city in a safe way, and follow proper safety protocols. From there, they will explore the city, document what they see and share that experience with others. It’s not a race – attendees are encourage to take their time, explore, learn about their city and even build community with others. The Walk will end with a celebration at a venue to be announced later.
L.A. journalist and blogger Michael Schneider launched the Great Los Angeles Walk in 2006 as a way to celebrate his tenth year in Los Angeles. Inspired by the book “Wilshire Boulevard: Grand Concourse of Los Angeles,” by Kevin Roderick (with research by J. Eric Lynxwiler), he decided to walk the street’s entire length.
In 2007, for an encore, he chose another downtown-to-the-ocean route: Pico Boulevard. The 2008 Walk took on Santa Monica Blvd. In 2009, the event kicked off in the historic West Adams district and walked to Venice Beach via Adams and Washington. In 2010, for its fifth edition, the Great Los Angeles Walk reprised its original Wilshire journey. In 2011, participants marched to the ocean via Hollywood Boulevard. In 2012, the Walk traveled across Melrose Avenue; in 2013, Sunset Boulevard; in 2014, the Walk traveled across the San Fernando Valley via Ventura Boulevard; in 2015, the Walk took on Olympic Boulevard.
In 2016, the Walk returned to Pico; in 2017, it tackled Beverly Boulevard; in 2018, in honor of Jonathan Gold, we walked on 6th Street, including through Koreatown; in 2019, we walked down Colorado Blvd. from Arcadia and Pasadena, and then through Highland Park to downtown via Figueroa; in 2020, the socially distanced edition returned to Wilshire; in 2021, the event retraced the steps of L.A.’s first settlers (Los Pobladores) from San Gabriel Mission to downtown; and in 2022, it once again explored West Adams on the way to Venice.
The Great Los Angeles Walk grew from dozens of participants to hundreds, and continues to expand each year – always the Saturday before Thanksgiving -- as more Angelenos join in to explore their city on foot.
As always, the Walk is completely free. It is up to the participants to decide how much or how little of the walk they want to do. The Great Los Angeles Walk has been featured in Los Angeles magazine, the Los Angeles Times, the L.A. Weekly, KCAL-Channel 9, KABC-Channel 7, LAist.com and KNBC.com. In 2012, the LA Weekly recognized The Great Los Angeles Walk in its "Best of L.A." issue. More recently, the Walk was included in the book "The Best Things to Do In Los Angeles: 1001 Ideas" by Joy Yoon.
The official hashtags of The Great Los Angeles Walk are #greatlawalk and #glaw. Social media users can follow along all day on the walk's official Instagram feed, @greatlawalk, as we continually post our location.
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