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.

Join the Selwyn Marathon on a flat and fast loop course.

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

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This Duathlon Series caters for everyone and you can compete as an individual or a team - including as a family.

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

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Run along the Waimakariri River on the same route as the Bridge to Bridge Mountain Bike Ride.

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Experience the best of Canterbury winter trail running across four stunning locations.

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Join this 6-hour or 12-hour team rogaine in North Canterbury.

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Grab a few team mates and join this off-road race at Woodend Beach.

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This event along the Waimakariri River is suitable to bikers from age 7 upwards, on this scenic but challenging course.

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These fun rogaines are suitable for gurus to newbies: 1-hour and 2-hour options are available.

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