Speed Climbing,  Sport Climbing

World Climbing Oceania Championships: Speed Climbing on Valentine’s Day

Chalk up. Tune in. Feel the love this valentines as we hit the speed climbing walls in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand on February 14th for the 2026 World Climbing Oceania Championships. The perfect Valentine’s Day plan for climbing fans.

Hosted by World Climbing, this championship brings together the fastest climbers in New Zealand and Australia to race in a high stakes, high energy climbing event.


World Climbing Oceania Championships: Why Mount Maunganui?

Set against the iconic backdrop of golden beaches and the towering Mauao, Mount Maunganui is one of New Zealand’s most loved coastal destinations. It’s the kind of place where you can grab a morning coffee by the ocean and watch elite climbers throw down world class performances by the afternoon.

It’s relaxed. It’s scenic. And for one day, it’s the center of World Climbing Oceania speed climbing.

Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
speed climbing, Julian David; World Climbing Oceania Championships

Can’t Make It? World Climbing Has Got You Covered

Big news this year! World Climbing announced on January 12, 2026 that the entire event will be streamed live on the new World Climbing Oceania YouTube channel.

That means wherever you are — Australia, New Zealand, across the Pacific, or anywhere in the world — you can tune in, cheer on your favorites, and catch every big moment in real time. It’s a huge step forward for regional visibility and a chance to showcase Oceania’s talent on a bigger digital stage.


Details Pertaining to the Event

For more information about the 2026 World Climbing Oceania Championships in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand, please visit the main event page for further details. Find out the results, location, videos, and more on the main event page.