The Crankworx World Tour is a global phenomenon: a multi-stop celebration of mountain biking that unites the sport’s top athletes, rising talent, and the industry at large. Spanning multiple continents, each festival showcases world-class competition across disciplines, provides a platform for the next generation of riders, and brings the global mountain bike community together.

Crankworx Rotorua will offer a dynamic mix of elite competitions, participatory events, and cultural celebrations. With events ranging from Downhill to Slopestyle, the festival caters to every level of rider. This year, athletes will battle for crucial points in the King and Queen of Crankworx standings while fans cheer on their favourites in Rotorua’s unique, family-friendly atmosphere.

Crankworx Rotorua Slopestyle

Crankworx Rotorua Downhill

Crankworx will return to the beautiful South Island of New Zealand in 2026, bringing the excitement back to the hillside of Christchurch Adventure Park.

This year’s festival isn’t just for the pros—it will provide a chance for local up-and-coming riders to race alongside national and global heroes on two purpose-built courses. Whether competing in local, regional, or national races, male or female, this festival will offer a platform for progression and a shot at stepping into the spotlight on a regional, national.

Crankworx Christchurch Slopestyle

Crankworx will return to the beautiful South Island of New Zealand in 2026, bringing the excitement back to the hillside of Christchurch Adventure Park.

This year’s festival isn’t just for the pros—it will provide a chance for local up-and-coming riders to race alongside national and global heroes on two purpose-built courses. Whether competing in local, regional, or national races, male or female, this festival will offer a platform for progression and a shot at stepping into the spotlight on a regional, national level.

Crankworx Christchurch Downhill

Come watch some of the best riders in the world flip and fly through the air off massive jumps, towering drops, and try to score as many trick points as possible, keeping the best score out of two runs. The FMB Gold Level Men’s and Women’s Slopestyle Finals takes place on a course designed by local athlete Brett Rheeder.

SilverStar Slopestyle sponsored by Signature | Crankworx

The Crankworx World Tour is a premier multi-stop series of mountain bike festivals, uniting top-tier athletes from around the globe to compete in elite-level competitions across a variety of disciplines. In 2025, Crankworx proudly celebrates 20 years of the ultimate experience in mountain biking!

Crankworx Summer Series offers a platform for local and international riders to race within the Crankworx framework in emerging mountain bike destinations. Returning stronger than ever after the 2024 cancellation due to the Port Hills fire, the festival welcomes a star-studded lineup of athletes to Christchurch Adventure Park. Fans can watch their local heroes and international heavy hitters compete in the FMB Gold Cup Slopestyle, the Redemption Downhill, and Christchurch Pump Track. All events are available live on Outside TV and Pinkbike.

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Crankworx Rotorua Slopestyle

Crankworx Rotorua Downhill

Crankworx Christchurch Slopestyle

Crankworx Christchurch Downhill

SilverStar Slopestyle sponsored by Signature | Crankworx

FMBA Gold Slopestyle | Christchurch Adventure Park, New Zealand

Christchurch Pump Track: Elite Finals | Christchurch Adventure Park, New Zealand

Redemption Downhill | Christchurch Adventure Park, New Zealand