2026 South Island Colgate Games

The Colgate Games are held in January every year and are made up of two events, the North Island Colgate Games and the South Island Colgate Games

2026 South Island Colgate Games will be held at the Saxon Athletics Arena in Nelson. 

Entry is open to any child aged 7-14 years who is a member of an affiliated athletics club, and both events present an opportunity for children to compete in a fun and encouraging environment.

You don’t need to be selected or be a top athlete, though medals are awarded for 10-14 year old’s in each event. For 7-9 year old’s, the focus is on participation.

Information on entries, volunteering and officiating for the 2026 South Island Colgate Games will be available in mid-2025.