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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. 

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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 25, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 5, 2023
9:15 am
Slow acoustic bike ride along cycleways in Ilam and Riccarton. No e-bikes.
October 9, 2023
6:30 pm
Try out RAD weekly club nights throughout October.
October 1, 2023
8:00 am
The Big Biketober Passport competition begins today - discover hidden gems around the city!
October 19, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening 15km pub ride and David Bowie tribute.
October 14, 2023
9:30 am
Slow group city ride. St Albans or New Brighton to Ferrymead and Brooklands. 35 and 70km options.
October 1, 2023
5:30 pm
Documentary following six people from different continents who have devoted themselves to the bicycle
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 25, 2023
9:00 am
Leisurely 35km ride to Kaiapoi.
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 19, 2023
9:15 am
Leisurely 26km ride to Redcliffs along our cycleways.
October 14, 2023
9:30 am
Slow group city ride. St Albans or New Brighton to Ferrymead and Brooklands. 35 and 70km options.
October 5, 2023
9:15 am
Slow acoustic bike ride along cycleways in Ilam and Riccarton. No e-bikes.
October 26, 2023
9:15 am
Slow 22km ride to the Agricultural Park via Merivale for bikes without motors.
October 22, 2023
9:45 am
Group ride with three route options each starting and finishing in Kaiapoi.
October 29, 2023
4:45 am
Start the day the perfect way with a ride to witness the sunrise.
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 22, 2023
11:30 am
Gutted! The wind downed trees and damaged the tracks. Click through for message from North Canterbury Cycling Club.
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 17, 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 17, 2023
5:00 pm
What makes a good cycling city?
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
6:30 pm
Community bike fix up.
October 5, 2023
2:00 pm
Get a head-start collecting stamps for our brilliant Biketober Whānau Passport (+ ice cream for kids!)
October 8, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 29, 2023
10:00 am
Join WORD (World Off-Road Riding Department) for some family fun at Bottle Lake Forest
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 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 25, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 14, 2023
2:00 pm
Fixies & Single Speeds of Ōtautahi Unite!
October 17, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
October 9, 2023
6:30 pm
Try out RAD weekly club nights throughout October.
October 5, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening pub ride (15km, central city).
October 21, 2023
9:30 am
A family-friendly jaunt around Lincoln
October 25, 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 1, 2023
2:00 pm
A training session for adults to refresh your skills and build confidence on your bike.
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 14, 2023
2:00 pm
Fixies & Single Speeds of Ōtautahi Unite!
October 3, 2023
6:00 pm
A training session for adults to refresh your skills and build confidence on your bike.
October 1, 2023
9:30 am
We’re kicking off Biketober with an easy ride for you and your whanau, celebrating a central gem of the city - Hagley Park.
October 10, 2023
9:45 am
Explore Ōtautahi Christchurch's inner city histories
October 22, 2023
9:45 am
Group ride with three route options each starting and finishing in Kaiapoi.
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 24, 2023
6:00 pm
Get to know your neighbourhood - a gentle ride hosted by Beckenham Neighbourhood Association.
October 29, 2023
4:45 am
Start the day the perfect way with a ride to witness the sunrise.
October 25, 2023
9:00 am
Leisurely 31km ride to Spencer Park.
October 12, 2023
9:15 am
23km slow ride to Northwood and Redwood Springs, for bikes without motors.
October 18, 2023
9:00 am
Gentle 27km ride southeast to the Heathcote Valley.
October 8, 2023
12:00 pm
Documentary following six people from different continents who have devoted themselves to the bicycle
October 24, 2023
6:00 pm
Get to know your neighbourhood - a gentle ride hosted by Beckenham Neighbourhood Association.
October 31, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
October 3, 2023
5:00 pm
Journalist David Killick addresses this question in the first of five Spokes Tuesday Transport Seminars 2023
October 1, 2023
9:30 am
We’re kicking off Biketober with an easy ride for you and your whanau, celebrating a central gem of the city - Hagley Park.
October 28, 2023
7:00 pm
Rave for your future - sweet sounds, sweet ride, bling your bike! Send a message LOUD.
October 18, 2023
5:30 pm
Practical bike maintenance from Action Bicycle Club and Two Thumbs Brewery.
October 15, 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 10, 2023
9:45 am
Explore Ōtautahi Christchurch's inner city histories
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 14, 2023
9:00 am
Ride your bike to the voting place this election
October 7, 2023
9:45 am
Sorry, this edition is cancelled. You can still join the ride on 10 October.
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 15, 2023
1:00 pm
Discover the radical side of Christchurch on this gentle ride, part of the Heritage Festival and Biketober.
October 11, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 10, 2023
6:30 pm
Community bike fix up.
October 3, 2023
6:30 pm
RAD (Recycle a Dunger) is offering a one-night workshop to encourage newbies into bike mechanics.
October 25, 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 18, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
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 15, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop

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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