Winter Worlds

Winter Worlds is an iconic road racing series held on the outskirts of Christchurch. It provides all riders years with a simple, safe and fun opportunity to race during winter and have a blast doing it.

The event distance is 44km on a flat easy course. There are entry grades, including two for first-time riders:

  • a 28km 'No Drop' where the first half is ridden as a group and a race over the final half of the distance, and
  • a 14km development grade - also suitable for those under 15 years.

Dates: 

  • Sunday 19th and 26th July 2026; and
  • Sundays from 2nd to 23rd August 2026.

Start Time: From 2pm. Race briefing at 1.50pm. Register or pick up race number from 1.30pm (location TBC).
Start Location: Springs Road - south of the Collins Road intersection (Lincoln).
Cost: $25 for adults (19 years +) and $15 for juniors (under 19 years).

Find out more about the Winter Worlds road racing series. Entry fees can be paid by online banking before 10pm on the Friday before the event, or paid by cash on the day of the event.