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Biketober 2023 is over!
Thanks for Participating!

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 18, 2023
9:15 am
Gentle 27km ride to the Heathcote Valley.
October 17, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
October 1, 2023
5:30 pm
Documentary following six people from different continents who have devoted themselves to the bicycle
October 18, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 29, 2023
10:00 am
The first mass dog ride this city has ever seen!
October 12, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening 15km ride to a cocktail classic!
October 1, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 19, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening 15km pub ride and David Bowie tribute.
October 17, 2023
5:00 pm
What makes a good cycling city?
October 1, 2023
8:00 am
The Big Biketober Passport competition begins today - discover hidden gems around the city!
October 22, 2023
9:45 am
Group ride with three route options each starting and finishing in Kaiapoi.
October 8, 2023
12:00 pm
Documentary following six people from different continents who have devoted themselves to the bicycle
October 14, 2023
10:00 am
Expand your cycling routes and horizons in, around and out of Rolleston. Guided by locals for locals.
October 3, 2023
5:00 pm
Journalist David Killick addresses this question in the first of five Spokes Tuesday Transport Seminars 2023
October 18, 2023
9:15 am
Gentle 27km ride to the Heathcote Valley.
October 19, 2023
9:15 am
Leisurely 26km ride to Redcliffs along our cycleways.
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 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 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 17, 2023
5:00 pm
What makes a good cycling city?
October 3, 2023
2:00 pm
Get a head-start collecting stamps for our brilliant Biketober Whānau Passport (+ice cream for kids!).
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 24, 2023
6:30 pm
Weekly volunteer sessions dedicated to stripping, sorting and salvaging donated materials.
October 10, 2023
5:00 pm
Thinking of buying an e-bike or an e-cargo bike? Get top tips from the experts!
October 14, 2023
2:00 pm
Fixies & Single Speeds of Ōtautahi Unite!
October 15, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
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 8, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 28, 2023
10:00 am
A short ride and a picnic for cargo bike families of all shapes and sizes
October 31, 2023
5:00 pm
Come along and cheer the prize winners!
October 18, 2023
6:30 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 29, 2023
10:00 am
The first mass dog ride this city has ever seen!
October 1, 2023
2:00 pm
A training session for adults to refresh your skills and build confidence on your bike.
October 15, 2023
1:00 pm
Discover the radical side of Christchurch on this gentle ride, part of the Heritage Festival and Biketober.
October 4, 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 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 26, 2023
6:30 pm
15km pub ride - what's not to like?
October 3, 2023
6:00 pm
A training session for adults to refresh your skills and build confidence on your bike.
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 12, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening 15km ride to a cocktail classic!
October 14, 2023
9:30 am
Slow group city ride. St Albans or New Brighton to Ferrymead and Brooklands. 35 and 70km options.
October 29, 2023
10:00 am
The first mass dog ride this city has ever seen!
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 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 26, 2023
9:15 am
Slow 22km ride to the Agricultural Park via Merivale for bikes without motors.
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 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 30, 2023
6:30 pm
Try out RAD weekly club nights throughout October.
October 9, 2023
6:30 pm
Try out RAD weekly club nights throughout October.
October 26, 2023
7:30 am
Stop off for a FREE coffee and a $2 snack
October 5, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening pub ride (15km, central city).
October 8, 2023
12:00 pm
Documentary following six people from different continents who have devoted themselves to the bicycle
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 19, 2023
6:30 pm
Evening 15km pub ride and David Bowie tribute.
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 5, 2023
6:00 pm
Spokes (cycling advocacy group in Canterbury) monthly meeting. Come along and find out more.
October 7, 2023
9:45 am
Sorry, this edition is cancelled. You can still join the ride on 10 October.
October 15, 2023
1:00 pm
Discover the radical side of Christchurch on this gentle ride, part of the Heritage Festival and Biketober.
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 14, 2023
9:00 am
Ride your bike to the voting place this election
October 15, 2023
2:00 pm
Drop into Tūranga for the monthly sketch session. The theme this month is cycling!
October 3, 2023
6:30 pm
RAD (Recycle a Dunger) is offering a one-night workshop to encourage newbies into bike mechanics.
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 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 22, 2023
2:00 pm
Printing with bike parts! Get your creative groove on in a fun, supportive environment.
October 29, 2023
12:00 pm
Recycle a Dunger (RAD) - Bike fix-up workshop
October 16, 2023
6:30 pm
Try out RAD weekly club nights throughout October.

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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