WHAT’S ON CANTERBURY?

With a history best suited to a movie plot, the Mackenzie District is bursting with legendary stories. The Mackenzie brought to you by Devold is an ode to the farming background in this majestic country. Join us in autumn to experience a journey of your own; one to remember and have you coming back for more. Two great options, including the 88K and 65K Mountain Bike/E Bike journey around the picturesque Lake Tekapo in the Mackenzie District.

The Frontrunner Christchurch Marathon has something for everyone. Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, and the Kids Mara’Fun. Click on the link for more information and to enter today.

Back for 2024, Illuminate brings a bigger, brighter and even more interactive experience to Timaru, Christchurch and Nelson! Experience interactive lighting installations, amusement rides, food trucks and more! At only $10+BF per person, bring the whole family along for a fully immersive evening with something for everyone!

The Black Ferns are coming back to Ōtautahi, Christchurch for a Sunday afternoon blockbuster against Canada! This will be a welcome return for international Rugby at Apollo Projects Stadium. We can’t wait! Get out and support these AMAZING wahine toa! Get to the front of the queue for Black Ferns tickets.

Taking place at the majestic Island Hills Station, Skedaddle is one of North Canterbury’s newest trail running events. We would love to have you join us on Saturday 27th April 2024! The race consists of five distances; 42km, 30km, 15km, 10km and a kids 4km. The courses are all point-to-point along stunning singletrack through the privately-owned Island Hills Station. Aptly named after the highest point on the property, Mt Skedaddle (1704m), it’s time to take flight for nature!

Join us for a Journey of Inspiration. Breathe Tekapo is an invitation for you to step away from your everyday demands and make space for your wellbeing. Our inaugural three day wellness festival brings together inspirational wellness leaders, invigorating workshops, and opportunities to relax and refresh amidst the stunning Mackenzie landscape. Discover, Connect and be Transformed.

Merrell Race Tekapo is an exciting destination race located in the heart of Lake Tekapo, where you can indulge in stunning lake and mountain views, relax and soak in local hot pools, play up the snowy mountains and be blown away by the serenity of the international dark sky zone. With 7 race distances to choose from there is something for every trail lover

Back for 2024, Illuminate brings a bigger, brighter and even more interactive experience to Timaru, Christchurch and Nelson! Experience interactive lighting installations, amusement rides, food trucks and more! At only $10+BF per person, bring the whole family along for a fully immersive evening with something for everyone!