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  • Saturday & Sunday, October 26-27th, 2024

  • Civic Arts Plaza - 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

  • You'll have limited time event morning to pick up your rider pack. Event day registration and rider check-in begins at 7:00A 

  • Event Start/Finish & Festival will be at TO Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

  • Same at Start Locations

  • YES! At each cookie station we’ll have a limited number of vegan and gluten-free cookies offered. Ask volunteers to identify them for you.

  • Event Parking and directions will be emailed to riders. Both PAID + FREE Parking options will be offered at the event. Follow event signage and staff when arriving.  

  • Ride Entry to 2023 Cookie Fondo. Ride & hang with Phil Gaimon and friends!

    Sweet Rider Swag Bag from Cookie Fondo Sponsors & Event Partners

    Post-ride dinner and drinks by celebrity chefs for one the greatest food experiences you'll ever have!

    Custom Participant Pack including bib number, bike numbers & pro-style stickers for your bike.

    Fully-supported routes by VeloFix on the road and local bike shops staffing the aid stations.

    Tons of cookies! Well-staffed & stocked aid stations.

    Cookie Fondo Sponsor Expo w/ Factor Bike Demo, & Other Cycling Vendors

  • Prices increase as we get closer to the event. Best to sign up now and save! 

  • Yes, we do offer discounted registrations to Teams/Groups. Contact us for details and pricing.

  • VeloFix will be on route to support riders w/ mechanical issues. Also, each Aid Stop is hosted by local bike shops and clubs w/ friendly riders and tools on hand to support you. 

  • Not too much! Phil designed the routes to incorporate roads less traveled by LA drivers. 

  • Yes, Sierra Club & Local Chapters are beneficiaries of the event. Visit CHARITY page for additional details. 

  • Of course! Visit the Volunteer page to see all available positions and opportunities. 

  • Cookie Fondo Staff can store your gear if you'd like. Parking is also nearby so feel free to stow your swag bag and leftover gear in your vehicle. 

  • Yes! Family, friends and fellow cookie lovers are welcome. Check with Registration Staff event weekend to purchase additional Food/Drink Tickets. 

  • No age restrictions. Riders under 18 need to have parents permission to ride.

  • Rain or shine, we ride!

  • Yes! Good luck catching him on the road though. Better find him at the Sponsor Expo or Start line for a photo. 

  • Yes! Please inform registration and packet pick up volunteers of your distance selection when you pick up event weekend.

  • If circumstances change and you're no longer able to join us contact us at info@philsfondo.com and we'll help find a solution. We cannot offer refunds but we do have a friendly deferral option to move your registration to next year.

  • YES! Helmets are required. Always wear a helmet when you ride, don't be silly. 

  • Yes, Newbury Park Bike Shop will be offering excellent bikes to test out for the entire weekend. Visit RENTAL BIKES page for details.

  • Yes, each distance carries its own time requirements. You'll want to keep an AVG/MPH of 11MPH. 

  • We don't recommend it. Enjoy the company of fellow riders and make some new friends. 

  • Bad idea. Don't do it.

  • Of course!

  • We recommend the Hyatt Regency Westlake Village or the Sheraton Aguora Hills. Visit the STAY page for details and availability.  

  • No. Hyatt Regency Westlake Village is only 2mi from Start/Finish. Just a quick spin over to Start/Finish locations.

  • We recommend flying into Burbank Regional Airport (BUR) or Los Angeles International Airport (LAX.) Both are approx 32mi away our host city, Westlake Village.