Tāmaki Makaurau is gearing up for a wheelie good time this October as Biketober returns with a dazzling lineup of events that celebrate cycling in all its joyful, inclusive, and community-powered glory.
From vintage flair to disco lights, adaptive cycling to storytelling nights, Biketober 2025 promises something for everyone—whether you're a seasoned rider, a curious newcomer, or just love a good party on wheels.
Check out these highlights from the calendar.
The Big Fancy Bike Ride – Saturday 4 October
Biketober’s grand opening event invites you to traverse the city centre in style. This year’s theme: Vintage Vibes. From Victorian bloomers to 1950s sportswear, channel your inner suffragette or sporty star and ride with joy, visibility, and flair. Heritage sites, city streets, and a sea of fabulous outfits await.
Love Your Path – Sunday 12 October
Get hands-on with Bike Eastern Suburbs and help care for one of Auckland’s beloved cycle paths. This volunteer-powered event is a chance to give back, connect with fellow riders, and make cycling better for everyone.
Bike Pecha Kucha – Thursday 16 October
Hosted by Cycle Action Waiheke, this storytelling night is a fast-paced celebration of all things bike. From romance to infrastructure, misadventures to art—20 slides, 20 seconds each. Come share, listen, and laugh.
TryaCycle Adaptive Cycling Day – Saturday 18 October
Bikes can be a fabulous mobility aid. Explore handcycles, reclining bikes, trikes, tandems and more in a welcoming, inclusive environment. May suit those with impairments to vision, muscle strength or control, balance or other needs. Equipment and experienced volunteers provided. Curiosity welcome!
Bike Scavenger Hunt – Sunday 19 October
Bike Pukekohe invites you to Colin Lawrie Fields for a fun-filled afternoon of clues, wheels, and prizes. Ride, scoot, or stroll—just bring your sense of adventure.
Bike Rave – Saturday 25 October
Mission Bay transforms into a glowing celebration of pedal-powered party vibes. Bike Eastern Suburbs hosts this high-energy event—bring your speakers, your sparkle, and your best dance moves. Let’s light up the Bays!
And that's just a selection - with more events being added every day, the calendar is filling up fast.
About Biketober
Biketober is the annual festival of cycle fun, brightening up neighbourhoods across the Auckland region all October long. With activities for all ages, abilities, and bike styles, it’s a celebration of movement, sustainability, and community. Events are community-led and self-run, leaving room for endless creativity—from rides and workshops to tours and pop-up parties.
Let’s ride together, Tāmaki Makaurau. This Biketober, joy is just a pedal away.
For more Auckland event listings and updates, check out biketober.nz and follow Bike Auckland on social media.
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