Los Angeles Business Journal Fundraiser of the Year Finalist
Presented by Vertex
MAY 9, 2026
Hermosa Beach Pier
1 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Meetup at 5:30 pm, the Glow Ride kicks off at 7:30 pm
Get Your Tickets Today!
Children under 12: $25
Regular Ticket: $45 EARLY BIRD $30 through April 11
Mother’s Day Duo: $65 (includes special treats for mom!)
4 Pack: $110 (Save $30)
BOGO 2 for 1: $45 through April 11th
FREE BIKE RENTALS FROM HERMOSA CYCLERY
Ride, Glow & Give Back at Hermosa Beach
12th Annual Glow Ride Hermosa Beach. A family-friendly beach event with glowing bikes, face painting, pizza, ice cream, and sunset fun.
Join us for the 12th Annual Glow Ride Hermosa Beach , a one-of-a-kind family-friendly beach bike ride supporting families affected by cystic fibrosis. Just in time for Mother’s Day weekend.
What to Expect
Scenic sunset ride along the coast
Glow gear to light up your bike & outfit
Music, face painting & family activities
Food & treats from local favorites
Special Mother's Day photo backdrop to capture the moment and a glowing rose for Mom’s through the Mother’s Day Duo ticket
Free bike rentals donated by our Sponsor Hermosa Cyclery (limited availability) RESERVE YOUR FREE BIKES HERE
As the sun sets, the Hermosa Beach Strand transforms into a glowing celebration. Ride, skate, or stroll between Hermosa and Manhattan Beach alongside hundreds of participants, lighting up the night.
Perfect for: Families with kids- great for a Mother's Day outing, Couples & friend groups, Anyone looking for fun things to do in Hermosa Beach
🌟 Get Your GLOW Bucks!🌟
Make your Glow Ride experience even more exciting with our GLOW Bucks. Use your bucks for face painting, pizza, Creamy Boys ice cream, and more.
Find the “GLOW Bucks” option in the registration link above. Put as many Glow Bucks in your basket as you wish!
*You can pick up your pre purchased Glow Bucks at the event registration table
GLOW Bucks Exchange Rates:
• 1 Buck = Face Painting or Special Glow Item
• 2 Bucks = Slice of Paisano’s Pizza
• 3 Bucks = Creamy Boys Ice Cream
Want to enjoy it all? Choose the “6 Glow Bucks - Have it all” option and get everything with one wristband at a discounted rate!
CF patients and their families often face impossible financial choices during extended hospital stays. Our Extended Hospital Stay Grant program helps cover rent or mortgage payments so families can keep a roof over their heads while focusing on recovery.
This program was created by our founder, Claire, when she was just 13 years old, after witnessing firsthand the stress families endure during long hospitalizations. Since then, we’ve supported over 600 families and individuals through this fund. Sadly Claire passed away in 2018 but we carry her legacy forward. Our goal is to offer peace of mind during an incredibly difficult time, to allow a parent to sit by their child’s bedside or a patient to rest and heal without the added weight of housing insecurity. We also hope each grant reminds them they’re not alone, we’re all in this together.
MEET OUR 2026 CF AMBASSADOR
Massimo Armato
Massimo, a spunky 11 year old living with cystic fibrosis, is our 2025 CF Ambassador for this years Glow Ride. His mother, former Mayor of Hermosa Beach Stacey Armato and the rest of his family and community are excited to support him.
Need to borrow a bike in Hermosa Beach?
Our amazing friends and founding Glow Ride Sponsor Hermosa Cyclery has you covered! Use the link below to reserve a complimentary beach cruiser that you can pick up and return at the event!
Hermosa Cyclery is happy to accommodate any special ADA needs. Please reach out to steve@hermosacyclery.com
Our Sponsors
Want to join us as a Sponsor?
Benefits of Sponsorship
Support children and adults living with cystic fibrosis, build brand awareness in the South Bay and Los Angeles communities. Multiple sponsorship levels available. Please email melissa@clairesplacefoundation.org to learn more.
Learn more about our impact and why your support is so important
Claire’s Place Foundation was created from the heart, Claire Wineland's heart, and continues to grow because of the love, generosity, and resilience of the cystic fibrosis community.
This video captures the spirit of Claire’s legacy and the real impact we’re making every day through our programs. From emergency grants during extended hospital stays to career readiness through our Work Proudly Program, and quick action during crises like the LA wildfires, we’re here to be the village for families facing CF.
Together, we’re carrying Claire’s light forward.
FAQ
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Hermosa Ride: We will meet just North of the Hermosa Beach Pier in the sand at the boardwalk, you can't miss us. Look for our Claire's Place Foundation EZ Up near the surfer statue.
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It's always a bear at the beach. There is a parking garage a block away bas well as street parking.
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Hermosa Ride: In an effort to keep our event as environmentally friendly as possible, we recommend that all of our guests bring their own reusable water container. We will have water available for refills. Waiting on snack sponsors! Know someone? Please email melissa@clairesplacefoundation.org
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We will have volunteers helping everyone get their glow on at the event in Hermosa Beach. Feel free to bring your own glow things if you have something fun. The sillier, the better! Shorts or comfortable pants and maybe a hoodie for when the sun sets.
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Our ride will begin promptly at 7:30pm or a touch later to get the full glow effect. We will ride from the Hermosa Beach Pier to the Manhattan Beach Pier and back. Approx 3 miles on flat, easy boardwalk, great for all ages and skill levels
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Our event partner, Hermosa Cyclery, is providing bicycles and safety gear for all of our participants. They are located within steps of our starting place so it's a super easy pick up. Be sure to reserve your bike once the reservation link is available.
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No bike, no problem. Roller skate, inline blade, skateboard, or even walk ~ you're good to glow!
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Registration opens at 5:30pm and wheels start rolling after 7:30pm or when it's nice and dark.
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Upon arrival at check in - please check in to receive your glow ride tee and glow goodies.
