Feeling keen to try a tri? Ready to run a fun run? Signing up for an event is a great way to stay on track with your activity goals! It puts in place a powerful personal pact that can be hugely motivating - helping you get out of bed on those cold mornings, or fit in a session after work when you don’t feel like it.

Doing an event as part of a team or with a friend, work colleague, neighbour or your whānau can create an even stronger level of accountability. Having a bunch of cheerleaders saying "Come on, let’s go!" can help keep you motivated and stick with it.

Another helpful strategy is to get active for a cause if you are motivated by supporting others. Active community events - like the Pink Ribbon Walk or Relay for Life - are a great way to do something healthy while giving back. Some events also offer training programmes to get you ready, and prizes!

There is a huge range of events to choose from in Canterbury - whether you're just starting out or looking for something more challenging. Check out the listings and links below to find upcoming events over the next few months.

Note: Some events listed may be affected with changes in COVID-19 Framework ("traffic light") Level. Please check with the organiser for the latest updates.

These fun rogaines are suitable for gurus to newbies: 1-hour and 2-hour options are available.

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Help create a rainbow snake through town in celebration of diversity, fitness, sustainability and our bike-friendly city.

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Join this trail run fundraiser supporting Amuri Area School.

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Walk or run around the bays from the estuary to the pier at this new event.

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Join this trail running event - previously known as the Old Forest Hanmer 100.

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Relay For Life is a fun fundraising event for the Cancer Society that brings communities together to celebrate and remember the lives of those who have been affected by cancer.

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This trail run and walk event weaves in and out of pine forest and along river banks at McLeans Island.

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Run, walk, crawl, climb, and slide around during this all-ages event, and finish a different colour than you started.

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Come along to this unique run/walk experience for the entire family packed with colour!

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Take part in this series of mountain bike events for 7 to 14 year olds.

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