The Big Bike Film Night 2026 | Charles Luney Auditorium
Let the good times ROLL Christchurch! The screening sensation known as The Big Bike Film Night is back in '26 for your bike films fix!!!
What's it all about??? The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you.
Showcasing 2.5 hours of riveting bike films that have everything a cycle-centric audience could want - action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised to delight the two-wheel devotee!
The 2026 treasure chest of films includes:
• a dazzling mountain bike ride exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Norway, embracing the magic of the midnight sun
• a life-changing experience for two adventurous women as they embark to cycle to all the ski-fields in New Zealand in one gigantic attempt
• an inspiring film that captures the wettest, most miserable riding conditions imaginable
• a film that playfully delves into the world of those taking cycling to new heights - celebrating fun, silliness, and creativity that comes with pushing boundaries on two wheels
• a compelling story about perseverance, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of navigating daily life following a life-altering injury, and how adaptive design has transformed and enriched the journey forward
• a moving movie that follows a father and son’s journey as they take on one of life’s most meaningful milestones- riding a bike together as a family
• a bold and uplifting story of an adventure activist, attempting to break the 24-hour Guinness World Record in downhill mountain biking- all to raise funds for reforesting foothills around Queenstown, New Zealand. Her relentless pursuit not only pushes the limits of endurance but also becomes a powerful symbol of resilience and environmental commitment
• and crowning the night off… we all love an underdog tale. This charming, funny, heartfelt film inspires us to believe that we all have the capacity to be unlikely heroes in our own stories. The audience is transported back to the nostalgic 1990s, to the slopes of the punishing Mont Ventoux, in Southern France, to witness the drama of a battle between two giants
ALL in the mix!
These short films are a great reminder of why we love to ride our bike; with stories that captivate us, stories that make us think, and most importantly of all- inspiring us to get out and ride. All celebrate the fun, adventure, and joy that cycling enables.
New Zealand National Tour brought to you by our PRESENTING PARTNERS CYCLE JOURNEYS, Destination Queenstown | Lake Wānaka Tourism
NATIONAL COMPETITION: When you buy a ticket to attend a Big Bike Film Night New Zealand you can enter our National Competition to win some incredible prizes
Thanks to Presenting Partners, Cycle Journeys, you could WIN a day ride for two people on the new Kawatiri Coastal Trail, the prize includes 1 night's accommodation in Westport + breakfast.
Thanks to our Supporters, Ground Effect Cycle Clothing, you could WIN some awesome CYCLING KIT and 6 x $100 gift vouchers.
What's it all about??? The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you.
Showcasing 2.5 hours of riveting bike films that have everything a cycle-centric audience could want - action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised to delight the two-wheel devotee!
The 2026 treasure chest of films includes:
• a dazzling mountain bike ride exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Norway, embracing the magic of the midnight sun
• a life-changing experience for two adventurous women as they embark to cycle to all the ski-fields in New Zealand in one gigantic attempt
• an inspiring film that captures the wettest, most miserable riding conditions imaginable
• a film that playfully delves into the world of those taking cycling to new heights - celebrating fun, silliness, and creativity that comes with pushing boundaries on two wheels
• a compelling story about perseverance, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of navigating daily life following a life-altering injury, and how adaptive design has transformed and enriched the journey forward
• a moving movie that follows a father and son’s journey as they take on one of life’s most meaningful milestones- riding a bike together as a family
• a bold and uplifting story of an adventure activist, attempting to break the 24-hour Guinness World Record in downhill mountain biking- all to raise funds for reforesting foothills around Queenstown, New Zealand. Her relentless pursuit not only pushes the limits of endurance but also becomes a powerful symbol of resilience and environmental commitment
• and crowning the night off… we all love an underdog tale. This charming, funny, heartfelt film inspires us to believe that we all have the capacity to be unlikely heroes in our own stories. The audience is transported back to the nostalgic 1990s, to the slopes of the punishing Mont Ventoux, in Southern France, to witness the drama of a battle between two giants
ALL in the mix!
These short films are a great reminder of why we love to ride our bike; with stories that captivate us, stories that make us think, and most importantly of all- inspiring us to get out and ride. All celebrate the fun, adventure, and joy that cycling enables.
New Zealand National Tour brought to you by our PRESENTING PARTNERS CYCLE JOURNEYS, Destination Queenstown | Lake Wānaka Tourism
NATIONAL COMPETITION: When you buy a ticket to attend a Big Bike Film Night New Zealand you can enter our National Competition to win some incredible prizes
Thanks to Presenting Partners, Cycle Journeys, you could WIN a day ride for two people on the new Kawatiri Coastal Trail, the prize includes 1 night's accommodation in Westport + breakfast.
Thanks to our Supporters, Ground Effect Cycle Clothing, you could WIN some awesome CYCLING KIT and 6 x $100 gift vouchers.
Charles Luney Auditorium, St Margaret's College, 12 Winchester Street, Merivale
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