Feeling keen to try a tri? Ready to run a fun run? Signing up for an event is a great way to stay on track with your activity goals! It puts in place a powerful personal pact that can be hugely motivating - helping you get out of bed on those cold mornings, or fit in a session after work when you don’t feel like it.

Doing an event as part of a team or with a friend, work colleague, neighbour or your whānau can create an even stronger level of accountability. Having a bunch of cheerleaders saying "Come on, let’s go!" can help keep you motivated and stick with it.

Another helpful strategy is to get active for a cause if you are motivated by supporting others. Active community events - like the Pink Ribbon Walk or Relay for Life - are a great way to do something healthy while giving back. Some events also offer training programmes to get you ready, and prizes!

There is a huge range of events to choose from in Canterbury - whether you're just starting out or looking for something more challenging. Check out the listings and links below to find upcoming events over the next few months.

Note: Some events listed may be affected with changes in COVID-19 Framework ("traffic light") Level. Please check with the organiser for the latest updates.

Join this traditional XC style of events where racers go head-to-head but powered by their own lights.

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Join this trail run in North Canterbury at the majestic Island Hills Station.

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Winter Worlds is an iconic road racing series held on the outskirts of Christchurch. It provides all riders with a simple, safe and fun opportunity to race during winter and have a blast doing it.

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Let’s go the distance for Kiwi hearts in May.

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This is a unique annual event through Hanmer Forest amongst some amazing mountain scenery.

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Join this series of SouthernCross CX events - Canterbury's answer to Cyclocross.

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Compete in this unique and global virtual race for both runners and wheelchair participants.

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Join New Zealand's first distance medley cross-country event.

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This bike/run duathlon starting in Hanmer Springs is not for the faint-hearted, and can be done as an individual or a two-person team.

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These Sri Chinmoy races are fun events for all, running up and down the Sumner Esplanade.

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