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Christmas Lights Safari Ride
This event is by Puketāpapa Active Transport Haven. Registration required.
Details
Date: Saturday 20 December. Start 8:00pm – Finish approx 10:00pm.
Start and finish at the Queens Wharf Bike Hub, opposite the Ferry Terminal.
Route length: 7 km
Recommended minimum rider age: 12 years.
Route Description
This 7 km Christmas Lights Safari Ride takes you through the most festive parts of central Auckland. We begin at the Queens Wharf Bike Hub opposite the Ferry Terminal (near the Te Komititanga Christmas Tree), ride through the Viaduct’s Christmas Wonder Lane, climb gently toward Freemans Bay, and arrive at the highlight of the night: Franklin Road — one of New Zealand’s most iconic Christmas light displays. Riders will walk the Franklin Road section while bikes are supervised at the top. We then continue to Ponsonby Central for a hot chocolate or ice cream stop at the Chocolate Factory. From there, the route heads along Ponsonby Rd, K Rd, drops back into the city, passing through Aotea Square’s Christmas installation, and finishes with a slow roll down the Queen Street Light Trail.
Safety & Notes
- Some parts of the route use busy roads — parents should consider this before bringing younger children.
- Recommended minimum rider age: 12 years.
- Ensure your bike has good front and rear lights for night riding.
- Reflective or bright clothing is strongly recommended.
- Decorate your bike with Christmas lights for fun and visibility.
- Helmets required by NZ law.
- Ride pace will be relaxed with regular regroup points.
- Franklin Road will be walked, not ridden — bikes will be supervised at the top.
- Ride will proceed in light rain; severe weather may postpone for safety.
Contact: Richard Barter richard@path.net.nz
Route Map
PATH thanks to Auckland Transport for their support of the Safari Rides.
