Set yourself an event goal!

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.

Group of friends or family happy after completing an event together.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.

Upcoming Events

Get in and start open water swimming. All abilities are welcome.

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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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Have fun running with others of similar ability while rubbing shoulders with stars of athletics.

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Don't miss the action at this iconic Christchurch cycling event from Cathedral Square to Akaroa.

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This trail run and walk event weaves in and out of pine forest and along river banks at McLeans Island.

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XRACE is like a giant board game brought to life for teams with a parent and at least one child aged 6 to 13 years.

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Help create a rainbow snake through town in celebration of diversity, fitness, sustainability and our bike-friendly city.

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Come night swimming at Cass Bay under a full moon.

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Join the last ever running of this event in the Mt Oxford Conservation Area. Spectacular views and a true adventure awaits.

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Run, walk, crawl, climb, and slide around during this all-ages event, and finish a different colour than you started.

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