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Biketober 2023 is over!
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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.

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 4, 2023
9:00 am
Gentle 24km ride around three of our oldest suburbs.
October 15, 2023
3:00 pm
Let's get visible - reflective badgemaking for humans aged 8+
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 14, 2023
10:00 am
Expand your cycling routes and horizons in, around and out of Rolleston. Guided by locals for locals.
October 14, 2023
9:00 am
Ride your bike to the voting place this election
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 18, 2023
5:30 pm
Practical bike maintenance from Action Bicycle Club and Two Thumbs Brewery.
October 28, 2023
9:00 am
Make your own versatile, low cost bike (or kayak) trailer
October 12, 2023
9:15 am
23km slow ride to Northwood and Redwood Springs, for bikes without motors.
October 18, 2023
9:15 am
Gentle 27km ride to the Heathcote Valley.
October 3, 2023
5:00 pm
Journalist David Killick addresses this question in the first of five Spokes Tuesday Transport Seminars 2023
October 3, 2023
6:00 pm
A training session for adults to refresh your skills and build confidence on your bike.
October 8, 2023
12:00 pm
Documentary following six people from different continents who have devoted themselves to the bicycle
October 14, 2023
9:00 am
Ride your bike to the voting place this election
October 15, 2023
1:00 pm
Discover the radical side of Christchurch on this gentle ride, part of the Heritage Festival and Biketober.
October 26, 2023
7:30 am
Stop off for a FREE coffee and a $2 snack
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 10, 2023
5:00 pm
Thinking of buying an e-bike or an e-cargo bike? Get top tips from the experts!
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 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 31, 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 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 24, 2023
5:00 pm
Jordon Milroy talks about his experience as a rider with cerebral palsy
October 3, 2023
2:00 pm
Get a head-start collecting stamps for our brilliant Biketober Whānau Passport (+ice cream for kids!).
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 7, 2023
2:00 pm
Get a head-start collecting stamps for our brilliant Biketober Whānau Passport (+ice cream for kids!)
October 22, 2023
2:00 pm
Printing with bike parts! Get your creative groove on in a fun, supportive environment.
October 11, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 15, 2023
3:00 pm
Let's get visible - reflective badgemaking for humans aged 8+
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 15, 2023
2:00 pm
Drop into Tūranga for the monthly sketch session. The theme this month is cycling!
October 3, 2023
2:00 pm
Get a head-start collecting stamps for our brilliant Biketober Whānau Passport (+ice cream for kids!).
October 21, 2023
9:30 am
A family-friendly jaunt around Lincoln
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 24, 2023
6:00 pm
Get to know your neighbourhood - a gentle ride hosted by Beckenham Neighbourhood Association.
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 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 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
10:00 am
Expand your cycling routes and horizons in, around and out of Rolleston. Guided by locals for locals.
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 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 19, 2023
9:15 am
Leisurely 26km ride to Redcliffs along our cycleways.
October 19, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening 15km pub ride and David Bowie tribute.
October 29, 2023
10:00 am
Join WORD (World Off-Road Riding Department) for some family fun at Bottle Lake Forest
October 25, 2023
9:15 am
Leisurely 27km ride to Parklands.
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 24, 2023
5:00 pm
Jordon Milroy talks about his experience as a rider with cerebral palsy
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
5:00 pm
Thinking of buying an e-bike or an e-cargo bike? Get top tips from the experts!
October 11, 2023
5:30 pm
Bike chat over beer and Christchurch's best burgers
October 5, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening pub ride (15km, central city).
October 3, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
October 5, 2023
6:00 pm
Spokes (cycling advocacy group in Canterbury) monthly meeting. Come along and find out more.
October 29, 2023
10:00 am
Join WORD (World Off-Road Riding Department) for some family fun at Bottle Lake Forest
October 5, 2023
6:00 pm
Spokes (cycling advocacy group in Canterbury) monthly meeting. Come along and find out more.
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
1:00 pm
Learn from one man's experience finding safe cycle routes at home and across the globe
October 7, 2023
9:45 am
Sorry, this edition is cancelled. You can still join the ride on 10 October.
October 14, 2023
9:00 am
Ride your bike to the voting place this election
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 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 15, 2023
1:00 pm
Discover the radical side of Christchurch on this gentle ride, part of the Heritage Festival and Biketober.
October 2, 2023
6:30 pm
Try out RAD weekly club nights throughout October.
October 15, 2023
2:00 pm
Drop into Tūranga for the monthly sketch session. The theme this month is cycling!
October 4, 2023
6:30 pm
Get your creative mojo on with this RAD Bikes printing workshop.
October 28, 2023
9:00 am
Make your own versatile, low cost bike (or kayak) trailer
October 30, 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 8, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 11, 2023
6:30 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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