Canterbury Region
Triathlon Calendar Canterbury Region 2026-2027
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Explore the best triathlons in Canterbury Region for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 9 exciting races across the region. Find your next race in Canterbury Region below and join the running community at these great events!
September 2026
A team-based adventure race on 5 September 2026 with 3 hour, 6 hour and 9 hour formats combining off road running and mountain biking. Teams of 2 to 4 compete in Student, Adult and Family categories with required safety gear.
Peak to Pub links the Mt Hutt summit to Methven’s Blue Pub in a three‑stage ski, mountain bike and run event. It requires intermediate skiing and competent mountain biking, includes two lift rides and finishes with an awards presentation.
October 2026
A community weekend in Twizel combining canal kayaking, mountainbiking and an off-road Pyramid run. Competitors can enter individual events or complete all three to earn the Hard Labourer designation.
November 2026
Run-only events on a rural loop near Christchurch offering a 21 km three-lap OxRun and a 7 km single-lap OxDash on quiet country roads.
February 2027
A multi-stage race across the South Island from Kumara Beach to New Brighton Pier, combining running, cycling and a 70 km kayak through the Waimakariri gorge and a rugged mountain run over Goat Pass.
March 2027
A three-day all-women adventure race in Lake Tekapo featuring team navigation, kayaking, mountain biking, trekking and mystery activities across short, medium and long course options.
May 2027
A three-race duathlon series at Rhodes Park Reserve Tai Tapu Domain in 2027 with short and long course options and family sections. Open to participants of all ages, genders, sizes and speeds.