Archives: Events
June 2021
Te Karanga ā Hape
To celebrate Matariki and the fresh new look of Karangahape Road, everyone is invited to attend Te Karanga ā Hape on Saturday 26 June – a progressive street party that features a fulsome programme of music, art, performance, fashion, workshops, activations, installations, food and fantastic entertainment! Through the theme of Te Ao Mārama / The Enlightened World, we acknowledge the Matariki star cluster, as well as the 1930s community project that first lit the strip with electric lighting, and the…
Find out more »Tāpoi ā Awhitu
The Easties road trip to Waiuku for a 100km fondo (~2,200m elevation) up around and back down the magnificent Awhitu Peninsula taking in the Manukau Heads lighthouse, Karioitahi Beach views down the west coast and the mostly car free climbs and descents of the peninsula, finishing on the northern slopes and planes of the Waikato River and estuaries. Convoy from East Auckland, Highland Park shopping centre car park, leaving at 6am to arrive in Waiuku at 7am, park and ride,…
Find out more »Kids Learn to Ride – Manukau
Note: We will be using the covered courts – follow the road straight until you see the dome by the tennis courts Learning to ride a two-wheeler is one of those big childhood milestones and being part of that experience as a parent or caregiver is a thrill. If you are wondering how to get started, or experiencing a few bumps along the way then check out our free Kids Learn to Ride sessions. AT's team of qualified instructors help…
Find out more »July 2021
Winter Wheels on the Waterfront
Downtown looks better than ever! It's a joy to roll along Quay St now that the cycleway is complete. Come celebrate at Winter Wheels on the Waterfront, at The Cloud this Saturday: • Festivities kick off at 10am with AT's Kids Learn To Ride class. • Test ride a cargo bike and discover the secret to making the morning school run more fun! • Free e-bike rentals to explore the new bike paths downtown. • Cargo Bike Picnic meeting at…
Find out more »Matariki Eke Paihikara
Nau Mai Haere Mai Free Community Event Celebrating Matariki Eke Paihikara Hikoi O Mangere, celebrating Matariki on 2 wheels. Free Bike Ride for all ages * must know how to Ride a Bike Bikes Helmets, Hi Vis Vest, Lights, Refreshments provided Register for Ride via link https://form.jotform.com/211750520418851 Thank you to Mangere Otahuhu Local Board Auckland Transport Whare Koa Māngere Community House Papatuanuku Kokiri Marae Electric Bike Team Mangere BikeFIT Be Seen Be Bright Be Safe #KeepTheWheelsSpinning
Find out more »Real Adventure Trail Ride – Join in the Mystery (Mtb)
1. Does the idea of the unknown excite you? 2. Do you like the feel of being a maverick on a journey? 3. Are you sick of the "same old" challenges each weekend and just looking for something a little bit different to break out of the norm? 4. Are you intrigued by the prospect of riding bike trails others might not agree follow contemporary expectations? If you answered YES then these rides might be for you! These mystery rides…
Find out more »Kids Learn to Ride – Mt Roskill
Note: This venue is an indoor venue so the course will go ahead regardless of the weather. Please note that in the case of lots of people turning up on the day we will need to share the bikes and space around so there may be a slight wait time but we will endeavour to get your child on a bike as soon as we can. Learning to ride a two-wheeler is one of those big childhood milestones and being…
Find out more »Bike Brunch – Māngere Bridge
Bike Auckland's weekend catch-up is travelling to Māngere Bridge again! Come and relax with us at Ruby Red Cafe for Bike Brunch. All bike tribes are welcome - from the penny farthing enthusiast to the e-cyclist. From 10am to 12pm, we’re keen to meet you and talk about cycling and Māngere Bridge. Your first coffee, tea, or hot chocolate is on Bike Auckland! Join us for your free warm beverage and even warmer conversations. We’ll also have colour-ins available for…
Find out more »Come along for our bi-monthly catch-up! Discuss your ideas about events we can do and apply to the Community Bike Fund for funding.
Find out more »August 2021
Bike Ride to the Cook Islands
Kia Orana Turou Turou Oro Mai Oro Mai Oro Mai Te Runga ete Patikara Celebrating Cook Island Language Week on 2 Wheels A Fun Bike Tour of Mangere Cycle lanes Must be able to Ride a Bike Register To Ride Thank you to Auckland Transport Mangere/Otahuhu Local Board Electric Bike Team Big Street Bikers Mangere BikeFIT for the support. #AkatakataTePatikara #KeepTheWheelsSpinning
Find out more »Bike Avondale’s Tree Tour #1
BIKE AVONDALE'S TREE TOUR How cool is this?! Very. Visit our most significant trees in Avondale - but don't take our word for it, they're listed on the 'Scheduled Trees in Avondale' list. We'll bike to each site and hear from expert arborists, historians and 'know it alls' about each special tree, or stand of multiple trees, and why it's been given the only protection afforded trees at this point in time. BYO bike or borrow 1 of 3 lady's…
Find out more »Group Ride Every Wednesday – Avondale
Group Ride for new or nervous cyclists! Join a few locals on an easy guided group ride to build your confidence cycling on Avondale roads, learn new routes, and just get biking. Our weekly group rides will leave from the Eastdale Hub - the shared community play space and Bike Avondale's home on Eastdale Reserve. FREE BYO bike or borrow a Bike Avondale lady's style bike. Check the event page each week to confirm that the ride is on. Stuff…
Find out more »Kids Learn to Ride – Northcote
Note: This venue is an indoor venue so the course will go ahead regardless of the weather. Please note that in the case of lots of people turning up on the day we will need to share the bikes and space around so there may be a slight wait time but we will endeavour to get your child on a bike as soon as we can. Learning to ride a two-wheeler is one of those big childhood milestones and being…
Find out more »Bikes and Beers – the Mr Illingsworth Edition
Join us for a bikes & beers evening. Ride independently to Mr Illingsworth, we'll all park up our bikes, and enjoy some food and beers or whatever takes your fancy. See you there
Find out more »Roskill Bike Kitchen Fix-it Day
What’s Bike Kitchen all about? • WORK WITH OUR MECHANICS TO LEARN HOW TO FIX UP YOUR OWN BIKE • BUILD A BIKE FROM SCRATCH WITH NEW & USED PARTS • A PLACE TO DONATE YOUR OLD BIKE. THE TEAM WILL FIX IT UP AND ENSURE IT FINDS A NEW HOME WHERE IT IS NEEDED • RECOVERING AND FIXING UP OLD BIKES (SOURCED VARIOUSLY FROM THE COMMUNITY RECYCLING NETWORK, INDIVIDUAL DONATIONS, AND THE EXISTING STOCK FROM BIKES FOR REFUGEES) The…
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