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Biketober 2026: The Wheels Are In Motion!

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Whether you cycle already, would like to give it a go, or just want to join the fun, there will be something for you. 

Check out some of the 2023 events!

October 3, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
October 18, 2023
9:00 am
Gentle 27km ride southeast to the Heathcote Valley.
October 24, 2023
5:00 pm
Jordon Milroy talks about his experience as a rider with cerebral palsy
October 15, 2023
3:00 pm
Let's get visible - reflective badgemaking for humans aged 8+
October 5, 2023
9:15 am
Slow acoustic bike ride along cycleways in Ilam and Riccarton. No e-bikes.
October 3, 2023
6:00 pm
A training session for adults to refresh your skills and build confidence on your bike.
October 16, 2023
6:30 pm
Try out RAD weekly club nights throughout October.
October 25, 2023
9:00 am
Leisurely 31km ride to Spencer Park.
October 3, 2023
5:00 pm
Journalist David Killick addresses this question in the first of five Spokes Tuesday Transport Seminars 2023
October 7, 2023
9:45 am
Sorry, this edition is cancelled. You can still join the ride on 10 October.
October 3, 2023
6:30 pm
RAD (Recycle a Dunger) is offering a one-night workshop to encourage newbies into bike mechanics.
October 28, 2023
7:00 pm
Rave for your future - sweet sounds, sweet ride, bling your bike! Send a message LOUD.
October 19, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening 15km pub ride and David Bowie tribute.
October 26, 2023
9:15 am
Slow 22km ride to the Agricultural Park via Merivale for bikes without motors.
October 11, 2023
9:00 am
Gentle 27km ride to Te Waoku Kahikatea Reserve.
October 1, 2023
5:30 pm
Documentary following six people from different continents who have devoted themselves to the bicycle
October 22, 2023
11:30 am
Gutted! The wind downed trees and damaged the tracks. Click through for message from North Canterbury Cycling Club.
October 29, 2023
8:00 am
For those who relish a challenge, ride to all 40+ Big Passport destinations in just one day. Bragging rights and exclusive prize draw.
October 29, 2023
4:45 am
Start the day the perfect way with a ride to witness the sunrise.
October 26, 2023
3:00 pm
Looking for help to repair your bike? Come along to the Community Bike Fixup event hosted by Aranui Bike Fixup and get back on the road.
October 3, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
October 5, 2023
3:00 pm
Looking for help to repair your bike? Come along to the Community Bike Fixup event hosted by Aranui Bike Fixup and get back on the road.
October 5, 2023
2:00 pm
Get a head-start collecting stamps for our brilliant Biketober Whānau Passport (+ ice cream for kids!)
October 3, 2023
5:00 pm
Journalist David Killick addresses this question in the first of five Spokes Tuesday Transport Seminars 2023
October 19, 2023
3:00 pm
Looking for help to repair your bike? Come along to the Community Bike Fixup event hosted by Aranui Bike Fixup and get back on the road.
October 10, 2023
5:00 pm
Thinking of buying an e-bike or an e-cargo bike? Get top tips from the experts!
October 24, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
October 7, 2023
2:00 pm
Get a head-start collecting stamps for our brilliant Biketober Whānau Passport (+ice cream for kids!)
October 29, 2023
10:00 am
The first mass dog ride this city has ever seen!
October 2, 2023
6:30 pm
Try out RAD weekly club nights throughout October.
October 29, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 7, 2023
9:00 am
Learn how to fix a puncture, with expert guidance in a supportive environment. Max 5 people per workshop.
October 5, 2023
2:00 pm
Get a head-start collecting stamps for our brilliant Biketober Whānau Passport (+ ice cream for kids!)
October 9, 2023
8:00 am
The UC Bike Breakfast is back! Hot drinks (BYO cup), yummy food, Dr Bike, and Council Cycling team will be there.
October 1, 2023
8:00 am
Today is day one of the Whanau Passport: explore family-friendly destinations in the city using separated cycle lanes or shared paths.
October 14, 2023
2:00 pm
Fixies & Single Speeds of Ōtautahi Unite!
October 9, 2023
8:00 am
The UC Bike Breakfast is back! Hot drinks (BYO cup), yummy food, Dr Bike, and Council Cycling team will be there.
October 5, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening pub ride (15km, central city).
October 28, 2023
10:00 am
A short ride and a picnic for cargo bike families of all shapes and sizes
October 11, 2023
5:00 pm
Bike lessons for former refugee and migrant women. Catering for the complete beginner to those who wish to build more confidence on the road. Run by women for women.
October 15, 2023
1:00 pm
Discover the radical side of Christchurch on this gentle ride, part of the Heritage Festival and Biketober.
October 14, 2023
10:00 am
Expand your cycling routes and horizons in, around and out of Rolleston. Guided by locals for locals.
October 8, 2023
6:00 pm
Last day of the Whanau Passport: explore family-friendly destinations in the city using separated cycle lanes or shared paths.
October 22, 2023
11:30 am
Gutted! The wind downed trees and damaged the tracks. Click through for message from North Canterbury Cycling Club.
October 25, 2023
9:00 am
Leisurely 31km ride to Spencer Park.
October 1, 2023
2:00 pm
A training session for adults to refresh your skills and build confidence on your bike.
October 24, 2023
6:00 pm
A training session for adults to refresh your skills and build confidence on your bike.
October 18, 2023
9:00 am
Gentle 27km ride southeast to the Heathcote Valley.
October 5, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening pub ride (15km, central city).
October 28, 2023
6:00 pm
You've got to be in to win! This is the final day of the Big Biketober Passport. One Day Challenge is coming up tomorrow. Passport Prizegiving is on Tuesday.
October 26, 2023
9:15 am
Slow 22km ride to the Agricultural Park via Merivale for bikes without motors.
October 19, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening 15km pub ride and David Bowie tribute.
October 26, 2023
7:30 am
Stop off for a FREE coffee and a $2 snack
October 25, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 22, 2023
2:00 pm
Printing with bike parts! Get your creative groove on in a fun, supportive environment.
October 31, 2023
5:00 pm
Come along and cheer the prize winners!
October 10, 2023
6:30 pm
Community bike fix up.
October 18, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 1, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 28, 2023
3:00 pm
Conversation about staying safe and comfortable while riding your bike in all weathers. Hosted by Women in Urbanism Aotearoa.
October 5, 2023
6:00 pm
Spokes (cycling advocacy group in Canterbury) monthly meeting. Come along and find out more.
October 10, 2023
1:00 pm
Learn from one man's experience finding safe cycle routes at home and across the globe
October 6, 2023
1:00 pm
Learn more about Kate Sheppard - fearless social campaigner and enthusiastic cyclist. Gentle ride, guided tour and devonshire Tea!
October 15, 2023
1:00 pm
Discover the radical side of Christchurch on this gentle ride, part of the Heritage Festival and Biketober.
October 28, 2023
3:00 pm
Conversation about staying safe and comfortable while riding your bike in all weathers. Hosted by Women in Urbanism Aotearoa.
October 7, 2023
9:45 am
Sorry, this edition is cancelled. You can still join the ride on 10 October.
October 10, 2023
9:45 am
Explore Ōtautahi Christchurch's inner city histories
October 14, 2023
9:00 am
Ride your bike to the voting place this election
October 15, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 15, 2023
2:00 pm
Drop into Tūranga for the monthly sketch session. The theme this month is cycling!
October 18, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 16, 2023
6:30 pm
Try out RAD weekly club nights throughout October.
October 8, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 10, 2023
1:00 pm
Learn from one man's experience finding safe cycle routes at home and across the globe
October 29, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 26, 2023
3:00 pm
Looking for help to repair your bike? Come along to the Community Bike Fixup event hosted by Aranui Bike Fixup and get back on the road.

LET’S RIDE BIKETOBER!

Biketober is a month long festival that celebrates riding a bike.
There are suitable events for everyone. If you can pedal it, you are part of it.
There is an event almost daily throughout October for you to join in.
Biketober events happen all over Christchurch. Look for an event close to you.

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