Long Beach
 LONG BEACH—THE PERFECT URBAN WATERFRONT PLAYGROUND Long Beach is the 5th largest city in California, home to the Queen Mary and the Aquarium of the Pacific, centrally located close to all major Southern California attractions. Long Beach is a premier tourism destination with a downtown waterfront entertainment district that sets the standard for "walk-ability." With hotels, shopping, attractions, entertainment and restaurants all located on a picturesque harbor on the beautiful Pacific Ocean, Long Beach is the best of Southern California—the perfect urban waterfront playground. "Long Beach is honored to be selected as the host city for the overall finish of the Amgen Tour of California. We're proud to add this major sporting event to our city's rich and successful sports' legacy. The Tour's competitors are guaranteed to receive a spirited welcome from our residents and business community, and particularly from the thousands of biking enthusiasts living in and around our great city. We'll be looking forward to this exciting race! " Bob Foster Mayor, City of Long Beach, California |
Refuel & Relax
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Grab & Go
Claire’s at the MuseumHearty breakfasts and the best-view tables in town—the blufftop overlooks the beach and harbor—make Claire’s a must stop. Bonus: It’s in the 1912 California Craftsman bungalow that houses the Long Beach Museum of Art.
2300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach
562/439-2119 ext. 331 | Website
Relax & Recharge
Gladstone’sFun, casual, and the place for terrific fresh seafood. Angle for a window seat: Perched on the pier at Rainbow Harbor, Gladstone’s overlooks a busy small-boat harbor and the city’s grande dame, the elegant Queen Mary.
330 S. Pine Ave., Long Beach
562/432-8588 | Website
Long Beach Special Events
For complete information on Stage 7 in Long Beach, visit http://www.longbeachcaliforniabiketour.comLong Beach is set to offer a “spoketacular” weekend filled with fun activities ranging from radical BMX and skateboard demonstrations to Art Walks and spectacular charity dinners, benefiting several local non-profit organizations.
Families and bicycle enthusiasts alike will have a swinging time on Saturday February 24th at the Long Beach Bike & Family Festival and on Sunday. February. 25th, everyone is invited to cheer on their favorite bicyclists at the main event, the Amgen Circuit Race. View the schedule below which details the exciting happening on Festival Weekend:
Saturday, February 24, 2007
LONG BEACH BIKE & FAMILY FESTIVAL 11AM – 3PM
Location: Long Beach Arena Parking Lot
- BMX & Skateboard Radical Demonstrations
- Flatlanders Trick Bike Demos
- Fastest Wrench Competition by www.parktool.com
- LBUSD Contest Participant Displays
- Bicycle Safety Checks
- Bicycle Test Drive Sponsored by JAX Bicycle Center www.jaxbicycles.com
- Family Fun & Interactive Inflatable Activities
- Live Entertainment
- Helmet Decoration Station
- Free
Location: East Village Arts District
- Art Galleries Noon-7PM
- Bike Club Competitions and Demonstrations (Skid, Standing and Junker Bike Lasso contest) Noon-3PM
- Recognition of Spin Art from members of the City of Long Beach City and 2nd Council District 3:30-4PM
- Adult Tricycle Relay Race 4-6 PM
- Free
Location: Pine Avenue
- International Cycling Village on Pine
- Special dinner packages at a variety of restaurants
- Ticketed live Entertainment charity event
- Special guests & athletes to appear
- Cycling themed food and & drinks
Sunday, February 25, 2007
All Events Located in the Long Beach Arena Parking LotLONG BEACH SHORELINE CIRCUIT RACE 9AM
- Prelude to AMGEN TOC- Shoreline Drive
- Elite I, II, Category III & Masters 30+
- Open for Women in any like category
- Fee to Register on www.active.com
AMGEN LIFESTYLE FAMILY FESTIVAL BY HEALTHNET 11AM-4PM
- Shimano Kid’s Challenge Course
- Health & Fitness Expo
- BMX & Stunt Riders Demos
- Great bargains on gear, gadgets, and more
- Give away from Amgen Tour sponsors
AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA CIRCUIT RACE 1PM
- Shoreline Drive & Ocean Boulevard
- 18 International Teams
- Come cheer on your favorites
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