Kiwis are sports mad and love the great outdoors during all seasons. As a result, New Zealand hosts an exciting range of major sporting and annual events.
A world celebration of mountain biking, the Crankworx tour starts in New Zealand before continuing on to Australia, France and Canada. Events are staged in picturesque locations throughout Rotorua, including Skyline Gravity Park and the famed Whakarewarewa Forest. Witness the speed-loving pros compete or ride some epic trails yourself. In your downtime, soak in hot tubs, visit Eat Street, or immerse yourself in a cultural performance.
For more information on the program and festival passes, head to Crankworx' official page(opens in new window).
Mountain biking excellence will be at the heart of the Crankworx Summer Series 2024 in the South Island of New Zealand. The events will take place at Christchurch Adventure Park. For more information and tickets, visit the Crankworx' website(opens in new window).
The BMX Racing World Cup is an event promising thrills and adrenaline like no other. The first two rounds of the 2024 UCI Racing World Cup will be hosted at Te Papa o Te Kauri BMX facility at Whakawerawera in Rotorua on the 10th and 11th of February.
Or more information on the event, you can visit the BMX World Cup website(opens in new window).
The prestigious New Zealand Open will be a highlight of New Zealand’s sporting calendar.
The finest Golf athletes will converge to New Zealand from the 29th of February to the 3rd of March 2024 to compete in this remarkable tournament.
The event will showcase the exceptional athletes’ skills, as well as one of New Zealand’s most picturesque golf course, set in breath-taking location, offering spectacular backdrops. The competition will take place in the South Island at the Millbrook Resort golf course located in Queenstown.
For more information on the event, you can download the New Zealand Open app on the Apple Store(opens in new window). Alternatively, visit the New Zealand Open website(opens in new window).
Taupō will be the epicentre of endurance on the 14th and 15th of December 2024, with elite triathlon athletes gathering for the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship. It will be the first time that New Zealand host the competition, with its unique landscapes offering the perfect scenery for an unforgettable race.
For more information on the event, head to the Ironman website(opens in new window).
In November 2024, Auckland will be the epicentre of hockey action, hosting players from around the globe. Enjoy the excitement of this high- speed game during this unique competition.
For more information on the event, visit World Masters Hockey(opens in new window).
Register for the iconic race and choose between the Half Marathon (21.1km) and the Eleventy-first (11.1km). You can choose to run or walk depending on your fitness level or preference. The comprehensive event tickets include merchandise (event Stein and reusable water cup), access to the Hobbiton movie set as part of the race, a Middle‑earth™ Halfling Marathon(opens in new window) finisher medal and much more. Whether you're a Middle‑earth™ fan or not, this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you won't want to miss.
Hawke's Bay is famous for its vineyards, beaches and orchards. So what better way to take in a region's highlights than by running or walking? You can opt for the full Hawke's Bay Marathon(opens in new window) and go for 42km or take it a little easier with a 21km half marathon and 10km walk or run.
The highlight of the southern hemisphere ski season, you may go to the Winter Games NZ(opens in new window) for the world-class competition, but you'll stay for the spectacular scenery. Held every year in Queenstown and Wanaka, the resort towns come alive with a jam-packed programme promising heaps of fun-filled festivities.
This international Hip Hop tournament will energise you and leave you in awe. The competition will take place in Auckland in April 2025. More information to come.