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2 Hours Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Glendale California

★ 5.0 · 6 reviews 1 to 2 hours (approx.) From $54 Operated by Ebird Express - Pedal Party Bike Tours · Bookable on Viator
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The main draw here is simple: you and your group get a moving karaoke room on wheels. The Ebird Express party bike rolls through Glendale with dual karaoke, Bluetooth music, and LED lights, then stops at Paperback Brewing Co. and Gold Rail Bar for drinks and food.

I like the easygoing setup, especially the BYOB option and the fact that the bartending is handled for you on the bike. I also like the personal touch for birthdays and group events, with hosts Chris and Chris praised for making celebrations feel special. The main catch is time: a two-hour booking gives you only about 30 minutes at each bar, so groups wanting a long night should consider asking about a longer tour.

Key points to know before you book

2 Hours Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Glendale California - Key points to know before you book

  • Karaoke is built into the ride: Dual microphones, a Bluetooth speaker, and LED party lights turn the trip into a rolling singalong.
  • Bring your own alcohol: Alcohol is not included, but the bike provides water, bartending, and a discount menu.
  • Two Glendale stops: You get about 30 minutes at Paperback Brewing Co. and 30 minutes at Gold Rail Bar.
  • Good for birthdays and work groups: The setup suits celebrations, team outings, and groups of friends more than quiet sightseeing.
  • You may not need to pedal hard: One birthday account notes that the bike ride did not require actual pedaling, so this is more party than exercise.
  • Plan for a group outing: The maximum group size is 30, and the ride returns to its starting point.

A karaoke party bike through Glendale

This is not a pub crawl built around lengthy bar visits. It is a social ride first, with two short stops worked into the route. You gather at 236 N Central Ave in Glendale, or use the secondary pickup point behind In-N-Out Burger at Broadway Avenue and Orange Street, across from Islands Restaurant.

Once everyone is aboard, the Ebird Express setup gives your group a shared place to sing, drink, and listen to music while moving through Glendale. The bike includes two karaoke microphones, a Bluetooth speaker, LED party lights, water, wristbands, and a discount menu.

That equipment matters more than it may sound. With a normal bar crawl, your group can split up or get stuck around separate tables. Here, everyone has the same activity from start to finish. You can sing together, pass around your own drinks, and keep the mood going between stops.

You should not book this expecting a guided history tour of Glendale. The value is in the shared energy, not commentary about buildings or landmarks. If your ideal evening involves singing loudly with friends and enjoying a few casual bars, the format makes sense. If you want quiet conversation or detailed sightseeing, the music and party atmosphere may work against you.

The experience is listed at $54.99 per person. That price does not include alcohol, so your total cost depends on what you bring and what you buy at the bars. You are paying for the vehicle, staff, sound system, karaoke gear, route, and coordination rather than a package of drinks.

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How the two-hour schedule works

2 Hours Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Glendale California - How the two-hour schedule works

The tour lasts approximately one to two hours, with travel time included in the total. The advertised two-hour format gives you about 30 minutes at each bar, plus the time spent moving between the stops.

That is enough time to order a drink, look around, and enjoy a short break from the bike. It is not enough time for a slow meal or a long tasting session. I would treat each stop as a quick change of scene rather than a full evening at the venue.

This short schedule works well for a birthday plan that includes another activity before or after the ride. It also fits a group that wants something organized without giving up an entire night. For larger parties, though, ordering and regrouping can take a little of those 30 minutes, so a longer booking may offer better value.

One account recommends a minimum three-hour tour for a large birthday group. That is useful advice if you are bringing ten or more friends, arranging a corporate outing, or hoping to settle into both bars. A longer trip would give you more breathing room and make the stops feel less rushed.

Stop one: Paperback Brewing Co. for beer and outdoor seating

2 Hours Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Glendale California - Stop one: Paperback Brewing Co. for beer and outdoor seating

The first stop is Paperback Brewing Co., where you can find a range of beers and hard seltzers. The venue offers both indoor and outdoor seating, and food trucks may be available.

The food truck option gives your group a chance to add food without requiring a formal restaurant booking. That is handy after drinking, especially since the party bike itself includes water but no meal. Availability can vary, so do not treat a particular food truck as guaranteed for your date.

Paperback is a good first stop because the range of beer and hard seltzer gives people more than one direction to choose from. A beer-focused group can order locally produced options, while someone wanting a lighter drink can look at hard seltzer instead.

The 30-minute stop keeps things moving, but it also limits what you can do. You may have time for one drink and a quick bite if service is fast. You probably will not have time to study every beer option, order a full meal, and linger outdoors.

I would use this stop as a reset point. After the singing and ride, your group can stretch, order a drink, and talk without the karaoke speaker running beside you. Then you return to the bike for the next leg.

Stop two: Gold Rail Bar for a casual finish

2 Hours Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Glendale California - Stop two: Gold Rail Bar for a casual finish

Gold Rail Bar is the second stop. It offers beer and mixed drinks, with indoor and outdoor seating and food from local eateries.

This stop gives the crawl a different feel from the brewery. If your group wants cocktails or mixed drinks rather than another beer, Gold Rail provides that choice. The indoor and outdoor seating also lets your group spread out briefly before returning to the bike.

The stop lasts about 30 minutes in the standard schedule. That makes it a practical final bar stop, but not a place to plan a full dinner. Food from local eateries may be available, yet you should allow for the possibility that you will need to keep your order simple.

The contrast between the two venues is one of the better parts of the route. Paperback focuses on beer, hard seltzer, and brewery seating. Gold Rail adds mixed drinks and a bar setting. You are not visiting two identical places, even though both stops are short.

After Gold Rail, the activity ends back at the meeting point. That return is useful for groups that arrived together or left cars nearby. It also means you do not need to arrange a separate ride from the final bar.

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BYOB rules and what the $54.99 covers

2 Hours Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Glendale California - BYOB rules and what the $54.99 covers

The most important money detail is that alcoholic beverages are not included. You may bring your own alcohol for the bike, and the onboard bartender serves the drinks. You should still expect to pay separately for anything you order at Paperback Brewing Co. or Gold Rail Bar.

The package includes water, which is welcome on a moving party bike. It also includes wristbands and a discount menu, although the exact discounts are not specified. Consider these useful extras rather than a major part of the price.

At $54.99, the tour is good value for a group that wants an organized party activity with music, karaoke, staff, and two bar stops. It is less compelling if you mainly want drinks, since you will still buy or bring those separately.

BYOB can help control the budget. Your group can bring the drinks it actually wants instead of paying for an all-inclusive package with beverages you may not enjoy. On the other hand, you need to plan ahead and follow the staff’s serving arrangements.

You must be at least 21 to drink alcohol on the cart. The provided information does not say that younger people can join without drinking, so confirm the age rules if your group includes anyone under 21.

The hosts and the feel of a group celebration

2 Hours Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Glendale California - The hosts and the feel of a group celebration

Ebird Express is especially well suited to occasions that need a little extra coordination. Birthday groups have received help arranging stops, and hosts Chris and Chris are described as accommodating and attentive to special celebrations.

That kind of support matters when you are planning for a large group. You may need help with pickup details, timing, bar arrangements, or making sure the birthday person gets the right amount of attention. The service appears designed to keep the event relaxed rather than leaving one person to manage every detail.

The same setup works for workplace team outings. A company group can share music and karaoke without the formality of a private dining room. The ride creates a common activity, which can be easier than asking colleagues to make conversation at a table.

It also works for a community event. Ebird Express has taken part in the Montrose Christmas Parade, showing that the bike can be used for more than a standard bar crawl. That does not change the regular tour, but it gives you an idea of the company’s broader event work.

The social nature comes with a tradeoff. You will be sharing the vehicle with other people if your booking is not a private group, and the maximum size is 30. A large group can produce a lively atmosphere, but it can also make the karaoke less orderly and personal conversations harder.

Is the bike a workout?

2 Hours Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Glendale California - Is the bike a workout?

The name suggests a pedal-powered activity, but this is not presented as a demanding cycling excursion. A birthday account specifically notes that the riders did not actually have to pedal and that the staff handled the ride, though you can still enjoy the party atmosphere without treating it as exercise.

That makes the tour more accessible to people who want the fun of a pedal pub without working up a sweat. You should still expect to sit on a moving vehicle for the duration and follow the staff’s instructions.

The provided information says there are no health restrictions and that most people can participate. Service animals are allowed, and the meeting area is near public transportation. These details make the outing practical for a broad range of participants, though you should consider your own comfort with the vehicle and confirm any personal needs before booking.

Pickup, group size, and timing details

2 Hours Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Glendale California - Pickup, group size, and timing details

The main meeting point is 236 N Central Ave, Glendale, California 91203. A secondary location is behind In-N-Out Burger at Broadway Avenue and Orange Street, across from Islands Restaurant.

Pickup is offered, but the exact pickup arrangements should be confirmed when you book. Since travel time counts toward the tour duration, arriving late could reduce the time available for the bar stops.

The experience is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. Confirmation arrives at booking. The maximum capacity is 30 people, which makes it suitable for a large birthday, work team, or friend group.

Public transportation is nearby, but the tour ends where it begins. That can simplify the end of the night if your group leaves together from the same place. Anyone drinking should arrange a safe way home, since the activity does not include transportation after the return to the meeting point.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made within 24 hours are not refunded, and the operator may cancel if the minimum number of participants is not reached. In that case, you are offered another date or experience, or a full refund.

Who will enjoy this Glendale pub crawl?

I would recommend it most strongly for:

  • Birthday groups that want a shared activity rather than a standard bar reservation
  • Friend groups who enjoy karaoke and casual drinking
  • Work teams looking for a relaxed outing
  • Visitors staying near Glendale who want a local evening plan
  • People who like BYOB because it gives them more control over drink costs
  • Groups of up to 30 who want staff to handle the route and timing

I would be more cautious if you want a serious brewery tasting, a long dinner, or a quiet night out. The stops are brief, the ride is social, and the music is central to the experience.

You should also think about group size. Two people can book it, but the party bike concept makes the most sense when several friends are singing and sharing the moment. A small group may find the price harder to justify unless you particularly enjoy karaoke and the novelty of the ride.

Should you book the Ebird Express party bike?

Book this tour if you want a moving karaoke party with two casual Glendale bar stops, not a traditional pub crawl focused on drinking at each venue. The strongest reasons to go are the built-in sound system, BYOB flexibility, friendly event support, and the chance to celebrate with a whole group in one place.

For a standard two-hour outing, $54.99 is reasonable when you value the equipment, staff, and organized route. Bring water-friendly drinks, arrive early, and keep your bar orders simple so the 30-minute stops do not feel rushed.

For birthdays, work groups, or large celebrations, I would ask about a three-hour option. That extra time could make a big difference, especially if you want to eat, order mixed drinks, and let the night unfold without watching the clock. If your group is ready to sing, laugh, and share a slightly goofy evening together, this Glendale ride is a practical pick.

FAQ

How long is the party bike tour?

The activity lasts approximately one to two hours, with travel time included in the total duration. The standard plan includes about 30 minutes at each bar stop.

Where does the tour start and finish?

The main meeting point is 236 N Central Ave, Glendale, CA 91203. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

Is pickup available?

Yes, pickup is offered. A secondary pickup location is behind In-N-Out Burger at Broadway Avenue and Orange Street, across from Islands Restaurant.

Is alcohol included in the price?

No. Alcoholic beverages are not included. You may bring your own alcohol for the bike, and you can also purchase drinks at the two bar stops.

What age do you need to be to drink on the cart?

You must be 21 or older to drink alcohol on the cart.

What happens if I need to cancel?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded or accepted.

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