Feel the energy and join the fun
At Auckland Council we’re creating beautiful spaces in our uniquely Tāmaki Makaurau city centre, woven with cultural expression. We’re also bringing FREE performances, light installations, music and many other activations to add energy and delight to our spaces.
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Lunar New Year infuses city centre with Auckland’s unique Asian flavour
From 26 January to 22 February, feel uplifted by the colours, sounds, tastes and beats of Asia.
Te Wheke-a-Muturangi floats on Tāmaki Makaurau waters for first time
Celebrated artwork signals a packed season of the arts in city centre.
NZ Music Month takes to the streets
Music and the arts continue to be a beacon of light in the regeneration of Auckland’s midtown, and that leading role is ever-present this NZ Music Month across the city centre.
Opera in the Strand returns to Strand Arcade
It’s New Zealand Music Month in May and people will flood into midtown’s streets, lanes and public spaces, further cementing our place in the world as a UNESCO City of Music.
Midtown street party unveils hidden art gems
April’s midtown street party on Thursday 17 April is packed full of art, music, food, live painting and stories. It will also celebrate street culture now, and from decades past.
Sisters, aunties, daughters and mothers to celebrate Myers Park
Bring your daughters, mothers, aunties and female friends!
Federal Street - unique lights illuminate artwork to create outdoor gallery experience
A once reflective, quiet urban backyard, used mainly by the residents of upper Federal Street, has become a living art experience.
People of Midtown
Strand Arcade opens an elegant new food and beverage chapter
Heritage architects describe Strand Arcade as one of the grandest surviving shopping arcades in New Zealand.
