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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
6:00 pm
A training session for adults to refresh your skills and build confidence on your bike.
October 7, 2023
2:00 pm
Get a head-start collecting stamps for our brilliant Biketober Whānau Passport (+ice cream for kids!)
October 15, 2023
1:00 pm
Discover the radical side of Christchurch on this gentle ride, part of the Heritage Festival and Biketober.
October 29, 2023
4:45 am
Start the day the perfect way with a ride to witness the sunrise.
October 18, 2023
9:00 am
Gentle 27km ride southeast to the Heathcote Valley.
October 25, 2023
9:15 am
Leisurely 27km ride to Parklands.
October 4, 2023
6:30 pm
Get your creative mojo on with this RAD Bikes printing workshop.
October 18, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 8, 2023
12:00 pm
Documentary following six people from different continents who have devoted themselves to the bicycle
October 11, 2023
9:00 am
Gentle 27km ride to Te Waoku Kahikatea Reserve.
October 18, 2023
5:30 pm
Practical bike maintenance from Action Bicycle Club and Two Thumbs Brewery.
October 10, 2023
1:00 pm
Learn from one man's experience finding safe cycle routes at home and across the globe
October 24, 2023
5:00 pm
Jordon Milroy talks about his experience as a rider with cerebral palsy
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 12, 2023
9:15 am
23km slow ride to Northwood and Redwood Springs, for bikes without motors.
October 4, 2023
8:45 am
Slow 32km ride through the Red Zone.
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
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 7, 2023
2:00 pm
Get a head-start collecting stamps for our brilliant Biketober Whānau Passport (+ice cream for kids!)
October 24, 2023
5:00 pm
Jordon Milroy talks about his experience as a rider with cerebral palsy
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 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 3, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
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 17, 2023
5:00 pm
What makes a good cycling city?
October 24, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
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 15, 2023
2:00 pm
Drop into Tūranga for the monthly sketch session. The theme this month is cycling!
October 24, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
October 17, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
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 28, 2023
10:00 am
A short ride and a picnic for cargo bike families of all shapes and sizes
October 14, 2023
2:00 pm
Fixies & Single Speeds of Ōtautahi Unite!
October 14, 2023
2:00 pm
Fixies & Single Speeds of Ōtautahi Unite!
October 15, 2023
1:00 pm
Discover the radical side of Christchurch on this gentle ride, part of the Heritage Festival and Biketober.
October 18, 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 26, 2023
6:30 pm
15km pub ride - what's not to like?
October 24, 2023
6:00 pm
Get to know your neighbourhood - a gentle ride hosted by Beckenham Neighbourhood Association.
October 28, 2023
10:00 am
A short ride and a picnic for cargo bike families of all shapes and sizes
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 1, 2023
2:00 pm
A training session for adults to refresh your skills and build confidence on your bike.
October 5, 2023
9:15 am
Slow acoustic bike ride along cycleways in Ilam and Riccarton. No e-bikes.
October 28, 2023
10:00 am
A short ride and a picnic for cargo bike families of all shapes and sizes
October 11, 2023
9:00 am
Gentle 27km ride to Te Waoku Kahikatea Reserve.
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 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 26, 2023
6:30 pm
15km pub ride - what's not to like?
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
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 11, 2023
5:30 pm
Bike chat over beer and Christchurch's best burgers
October 3, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
October 18, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 10, 2023
6:30 pm
Community bike fix up.
October 15, 2023
2:00 pm
Drop into Tūranga for the monthly sketch session. The theme this month is cycling!
October 12, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening 15km ride to a cocktail classic!
October 10, 2023
1:00 pm
Learn from one man's experience finding safe cycle routes at home and across the globe
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 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 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 7, 2023
9:45 am
Sorry, this edition is cancelled. You can still join the ride on 10 October.
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 22, 2023
2:00 pm
Printing with bike parts! Get your creative groove on in a fun, supportive environment.
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 12, 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
RAD (Recycle a Dunger) is offering a one-night workshop to encourage newbies into bike mechanics.
October 10, 2023
6:30 pm
Community bike fix up.
October 1, 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

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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