Crankworx 2025: World Tour Dates Announced for Another Year of Global Competition & Celebration

If you’ve been waiting for the next big year in mountain biking, Crankworx just released the schedule for 2025, delivering a year of thrilling competition and community celebration. Spanning more than five stops, the ultimate experience in mountain biking is set to light up the global stage once again, providing an unparalleled platform for athletes across disciplines.

With several Crankworx Summer Series festivals and three flagship Crankworx World Tour events, the 2025 calendar is packed with heart-pounding competition and festival vibes that will unite mountain biking enthusiasts from all walks of life. What’s even better? The full lineup is out earlier than ever, giving everyone ample time to plan and lock in their calendars. Here’s what’s on the menu:


2025 Crankworx World Tour Dates

All dates may be subject to change – stay tuned for any updates!

Community-Focused Events with Global Impact

Crankworx is about more than just the competition – it’s a celebration of the mountain biking community. The organisation remains deeply committed to fostering local talent and growing the mountain bike community. Crankworx Summer Series is back and continues to be a gateway for both amateur and professional riders looking to carve out their path to the World Tour. These community-driven events create an accessible platform for up-and-coming riders to compete within the global Crankworx framework and rub shoulders with international riders. 

Expect to see events for every kind of rider out there, whether you’re a seasoned pro, an adaptive rider, part of CWNEXT, or just getting started in Kidsworx. It’s all about creating opportunities for athletes across a variety of disciplines, further enhancing the accessibility and inclusivity of these events. Riders of all ages and abilities can participate, experience the thrill of competition, and contribute to the vibrant community that Crankworx cultivates at every stop.

Crankworx Summer Series Christchurch – February 13-16

Returning stronger than ever after the 2024 cancellation due to a fire at Christchurch Adventure Park, this year’s festival will feature a FMBA-sanctioned Gold Level Slopestyle, a Downhill race and Pump Track event. Organisers and the local community are excited to welcome Crankworx back to Christchurch. 

Crankworx comes to Christchurch after the 2024 Port Hill fires prevented last year’s event (c) ChristchurchNZ

Crankworx Rotorua – March 5-9

After celebrating its 10-year anniversary in 2024, Rotorua returns with a full slate of events, including the return of Downhill racing to the slopes of Mount Ngongotahā, Skyline Rotorua on a brand-new track. Direct flights between the two mountain bike hubs make it the ultimate combo for athletes hopping between the New Zealand stops of Christchurch and Rotorua. 

“As a Rotorua tangata whenua, I look forward to racing here because it’s the only race my parents and family really get to enjoy with me,” said 2023 King of Crankworx Tuhoto-Ariki Pene. “Every other race I do is too far away from home, so it’s good that they get to see me rip down my maunga and for them to enjoy the festival as well.” With a stacked lineup of both local and international talent, Crankworx Rotorua promises once again to deliver a unique and memorable experience for all. 

Crankworx returns to Rotorua’s hero dirt for the 11th edition of the festival (c) Clint Trahan

Crankworx Cairns – May 21-25

Dubbed the “Party in Paradise,” Crankworx Cairns is set against the stunning backdrop of North Queensland’s tropical rainforest and Great Barrier Reef. The iconic red soil and vibrant atmosphere continue to make Cairns a favorite for fans and athletes. “I think Cairns shows off some of the best Australia has to offer; from the landscape and wildlife to the culture and lifestyle,” says reigning King of Crankworx Ryan Gilchrist about the festival in his home country.

Crankworx Cairns 2024 Specialized Dual Slalom (c) Clint Trahan
Nestled in the tropical rainforest, the party in paradise vibe returns to Cairns (c) Clint Trahan

Crankworx Summer Series Canada

With several stops across the country – SilverStar and Sugarloaf Bike Park already confirmed – the Canadian Summer Series brings world-class competition to communities from Western Canada to the Atlantic Coast. SilverStar offers the perfect warm-up for the Whistler event with the return of the Gold Level Slopestyle event, while Sugarloaf made waves in 2024 as an instant hit with the Atlantic Canada community. Stay tuned on @crankworxsummerseries for news and details on the full Crankworx Summer Series Canada!

Crankworx Summer Series SilverStar 2024 Rheeder Slopestyle Nicholi Rogatkin (c) Clint Trahan
SilverStar is one of two so far confirmed Summer Series stops so far for 2025 (c) Clint Trahan

Crankworx Whistler – August 8-17

Wrapping up the season in Whistler, where it all began, and this year it’s big than ever. With the dates shifting from July to August to better align with the global race calendar, the 20th-anniversary edition promises to unite the mountain biking world in an epic celebration of sport, culture, and community. Expect all the classic events including Downhill, Speed & Style, Pump Track, Dual Slalom, Whip-Off, and, of course, the infamous Red Bull Joyride, and more. Crankworx Whistler will bring the entire mountain bike world together for a massive celebration of the sport.

The 20th edition of Crankworx Whistler promises to be another epic celebration of mountain biking – Red Bull Joyride being one part of it (c) Clint Trahan

The countdown is on! Keep your eyes peeled for more updates on the full schedule, events, and disciplines for each stop. Follow @crankworx for all the latest, and get ready to ride into another epic Crankworx season!