Come and celebrate the vibrant and unique heart of Auckland at a Midtown Street Party!
Midtown has become a little bit Karangahape Road, a little bit Dominion Road, but most of all this neighbourhood has a community vibe all its own. Midtown is throwing a party in the streets for everyone on the third Thursday of every month. Bring your family and friends and join in for live performing arts, delicious eats and hidden retail gems - with different themes every month! You’ll discover a midtown you’ve never experienced before.
Coming up next: New Zealand Fashion
When: 21 August 2025 | 5-8pm
Where: The Strand Arcade, Elliott Street, Elliott Stables, Darby Street
Get snug and stylish in the heart of Midtown as we celebrate NZ fashion, creativity, and community spirit. Enjoy live DJ sets, browse handmade goods at the makers market, or create your own masterpiece at cosy crochet and yarning workshops.
Makers’ Market
Browse a curated selection of locally made goods, including handmade ceramics, crochet fashion, stainless steel jewellery, beanies, earrings, and high-fashion textiles with queer design elements. Discover ethically crafted crochet pieces and handwoven items made from NZ wool and specialty yarns—each piece showcasing the creativity of Auckland’s talented makers.
Learn the art of Crotchet
Always wanted to learn crochet? Join Ani O'Neill, Megan Hansen-Knarhoi, and Emily Siddell as they guide you through simple stitches to create a crocheted flower for a growing wall of blooms and green stems. At the end of the KNIT exhibition, each flower will be sent as a special gift to someone nominated by its maker.
Live Performances
Don’t miss these special performances, perfect for an evening with your family and friends.
Phoebe Falconer | 5 – 6.30pm | The Strand Arcade
Phoebe Falconer is an Auckland based DJ who recently returned home to Auckland after 5 years DJing at some of Los Angeles' most exclusive clubs.
Murray Sweetpants | 6.30 - 8pm | The Strand Arcade
Sweetpants is a beloved Auckland DJ known for his infectious energy and eclectic sets, spanning funk, disco, and house. With decades of experience across radio, festivals, and parties, he’s guaranteed to get any crowd moving.
RNGsus | 5 – 6.30pm | Outside Atrium on Elliott
Mariadelle 'Abbey' Gamit, also known as RNG+sus, is a queer Pinay DJ and interdisciplinary artist based in Tāmaki Makaurau. As co-founder of the Asian and Pasifika-led collective All My Friends, she brings vibrant, dancefloor-ready selections to every set.
DJ Chrome Kiss | 6:30 – 8pm | Outside Atrium on Elliott
DJ Chrome Kiss is a tech Auckland based DJ turning moments into memories, one gig at a time.
Paul Wright | 5 – 6.30pm | Elliot Stables
Paul plays chilled, feel-good tunes with influences from Ed Sheeran and David Gray, all the way back to John Denver and Sam Cooke… and other surprises along the way.
Sophie and Ellis | 6.30 – 8pm | Elliot Stables
Vocalist Ellis and keyboardist Sophie create a warm dining atmosphere, playing NZ classic pop covers with some original jamming thrown in, an easy listening lounge vibe perfect for wintery gatherings at the Elliott Stables.
More to do
Proudly supported by Auckland Council and the city centre targeted rate.
$2.50 per hour to a max of $12.50 on weekends and a $12.50 flat rate for weekday evenings at The Civic car park. Find out more.