Christchurch Sports Events

Festival of Cycling   (www.festivalofcycling.co.nz)  

A premier New Zealand cycling event, Christchurch's Festival of Cycling contains highlight events such as the Harbour Ride and Long Bays Classic races, kids' races and the City Criterium, an inner city road race.

International Rodeo   (www.rodeogp.co.nz)  

The International Rodeo, held annually in Westpac Arena in Christchurch, is NZ's largest rodeo, taking the sport to a level never seen before with pyrotechnics, sound & lighting effects and LPG explosives. This event sells out quickly!

Le Race   (www.lerace.co.nz)  

An annual Christchurch to Akaroa cycling event.

SBS Marathon, Christchurch   (www.sbsmarathon.co.nz)  

The South Island's favourite running event, the SBS Marathon, attracts more than 4,000 runners and walkers from Christchurch and throughout New Zealand.

Blue Dog Sports   (www.bluedogevents.co.nz)  

Giving you quality, well-organised mountain biking and road cycling events.

AMP Multisport Adventure Race   (www.ampmultisportrace.co.nz)  

Experience the ultimate adventure of a lifetime when you take part in this race between Christchurch and the Marlborough Sounds.

Go Outdoor Show   (www.gooutdoor.co.nz)  

An event that encompasses everything outdoor: camping, 4x4, yachting, motor homes, water sports and power boating. The Go Outdoor Show is held at the Roto Kohatu Reserve in Christchurch.

Auto-X   (www.autox.co.nz)  

Combine a burn-out competition, bikini jam, live music, exhibitors, freestyle MotoX competition, a car show and Supermotrad track and you have Full Throttle AutoX. Held annually, this automotive extravaganza takes place at Canterbury Rugby League Park, beside Addington Raceway.

Railride   (www.railride.co.nz)  

A cycle event for women, held on the Little River Railtrail. Grab your sense of fun and adventure, and get involved in this annual event.