McGazza Fest
A three-day mountain bike weekend held in memory of local rider Kelly McGarry, with a group ride, a jump jam and a chainless race, raising money for the Queenstown Mountain Bike Club.
- next dates not out
- Usually January
- where
- Queenstown
- cost
- Paid
- kind of event
- Run, ride, race
From Queenstown Bike Festival, McGazza Fest page (2026 programme), checked 6 October 2026.
Next dates not published yet. Late January. Destination Queenstown's summer guide lists 29 to 31 January 2027; the organiser site still shows the 2026 programme (23 to 25 January 2026).. We add the dates here when the organiser publishes them.
| When | Usually January 2027; next dates not published yet |
| Where | Skyline Queenstown and Ben Lomond trails, Gorge Road Jump Park and Wynyard Bike Park |
| Cost | In 2026: most rides free with a $15 donation to the club for non pass holders; Chainless Race $20; Dream Jam $55 juniors, $65 adults (club members only) |
| Good with kids | Not aimed at children |
| Can you take part | Yes, visitors can join in; see the organiser for entry and any limits |
| Organiser | Queenstown Mountain Bike Club (Queenstown Bike Festival team) (opens in a new tab) |
Getting there
In or near the town centre: most central stays are a walk away, and the Orbus town stops are at the Stanley Street hub, $2.50 with a Bee Card.
Routes and ride times: the bus guide. Every Orbus fare is $2.50 with a Bee Card.
Around the same time
- Glenorchy RacesSaturday, 2 January 2027 · Glenorchy (the listing gives no venue)
- Lake Hayes A&P ShowSaturday, 9 January 2027 · Lake Hayes Showgrounds
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Source: Queenstown Bike Festival, McGazza Fest page (2026 programme), checked 6 October 2026. The description is ours. Dates are New Zealand time and plans change: confirm with the organiser before you travel for an event, and if you spot a change email hello@queenstownpocket.com.