2011 IPC Athletics World Championships
| Host city | Christchurch, New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Nations | 80 |
| Athletes | 1060 |
| Dates | 21 – 30 January |
| Main venue | QEII Stadium |
The 2011 IPC Athletics World Championships was held in Christchurch, New Zealand from January 21 to 30, 2011. Athletes with disabilities competed, and the Championships were a qualifying event for the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
Over 1,000 athletes competed, including Oscar Pistorius (nicknamed the "Blade Runner), who competed in class T44 at the 100m, 4 × 100 m relay, 200m, and 400m events.
A warm-up meet, with free entry for the audience, was held on Friday January 14.
Estimates placed the total visitor spending in the city at around $12 million.