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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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People of Midtown
Arts 16 Jun 2025

Public art’s star turn in the regeneration of midtown

Emily Trent speaks on the importance of public art in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland.

City Centre Waterfront 15 May 2025

Albert Park end of Victoria Street’s linear park OPENS

Watched over by the ancient trees of Albert Park, four new trees - pūriri, pōhutukawa, titoki and rewarewa - now shade Victoria Street East.

City Centre Waterfront 6 May 2025

New trees usher in next stage of Victoria Street’s linear park

The ancient trees of Albert Park watched over the arrival of four newcomers in Victoria Street East last week - between Lorne Street and Albert Park.

City Centre Waterfront 5 May 2025

Discover midtown's hidden art gems

See some exciting and mysterious art that you might never have noticed before.

Arts 1 May 2025

Te Wheke-a-Muturangi floats on Tāmaki Makaurau waters for first time

Celebrated artwork signals a packed season of the arts in city centre.

Arts 29 Apr 2025

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.

Arts 9 Apr 2025

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.

Arts 20 Mar 2025

Sisters, aunties, daughters and mothers to celebrate Myers Park  

Bring your daughters, mothers, aunties and female friends!