22/11/2023
Midtown Street Party
Come and shop at the Midtown Christmas markets with goodies from the amazing to the outright outrageous.
Meet the makers at Q***r, Art and Zine markets.
Dance to Afro pop, live jazz or listen to vinyl under the neon lights.
$2000 worth of Taste of Midtown vouchers being given away randomly on the night.
Create your own badges and zines and watch artists at work.
Legendary Stylez - Accord Barbers
3/62 Victoria Street West
FREE haircuts from 6-7:30pm
More than just a barber shop; they pride themselves on providing classic design services with legendary style. They aim to not just meet their customers' expectations, but to far exceed them - every single day. Thanks to support from the City Rail Link.
Lights Out - Happy Hour - Real Groovy
Upstairs, 19 Victoria Street
Get 10% off store-wide from 5-9 pm. Hell yeah, get your Xmas prezzies sorted! You can also nerd out to over 75 vintage neon signs in the dark while listening to a live DJ and browsing your favourite records. Plus, enjoy free treats, giveaways, and all-round good vibes. See you there!
*Some exclusions apply.
AFRO Beats
Elliott St north, by the Atrium
6-9pm
The Afro party brings you flamboyant fashion, vibrant drumming from across Africa and a smooth playlist full of Afrobeats, fusion and rhythms. Happy times and dancing are guaranteed!
DJ ORIKoL
An Afrobeat and pan-African DJ, bringing the fire, passion and beats of Afrika to dancefloors across Aotearoa with drummers from across Africa following ORIKoL’s playlist.
Fathe and the Sweetos
Their music’s core is from the West African rhythms of Afrobeat and Highlife music. They branch out merging influences, from punk to hip-hop with traditional Ethiopian rhythms sprinkled in as well.
TIDA
A Zimbabwean-born New Zealand-raised rapper, singer and songwriter. Tida’s music encompasses joy, happiness, self-love. He aspires to be a role model in his community uplifting youth who feel like they are alone in this world sometimes.
Masafinyas Fashions
Two fashion show catwalks showcasing beautiful and flamboyant children’s and adults’ garments. Masafinyas Fashions was created by Rosemary Carter with striking textiles and accessories inspired by Southern Africa.
Christaliers
Suspended above Elliott and Darby Streets
Christmas plus chandeliers give us ‘Christaliers’. Look above you in Elliott and Darby Streets to see light changing neon works created by Angus Muir Design and Barbara Holloway and insta twinkle your way into the festive season.
Auckland Zinefest Zine Zone
Zinemaking, zine reading & badge making.
Strand Arcade, 227 Queen Street, Elliott St end
6-9pm
Experience a slice of Tāmaki Makaurau’s zine scene with our Late-Night Zine Zone. Read and buy zines from Aotearoa’s best zinemakers, get inspired, make a badge or two and contribute to our collaborative zine! All materials and tools will be provided for free, along with our friendly team to guide you. Our space is kid and introvert friendly.
Good News For You - Art Market
Strand Arcade, 227 Queen Street
6-9pm
Join us for the opening of the Good News For You Art Market. Featuring a wide variety of artwork direct from artists’ studios, the focus here is on gift friendly art for yourself or your loved ones.
Alley Cats - Art Exhibition
Strand Arcade, 227 Queen Street
6-9pm
An exhibition of artwork created for a unique space by artists who are at home in unique spaces.
Rekso, 7th Letter Cypher, Lotus Realm, Molks, Rising Letters and Qutvng come together to see what changes, what translates and what transpires when they bring their outdoor activities inside.
Christmas Past
Strand Arcade, 227 Queen Street
6-9pm
Look up and take in the display of falling lights and fabric created by artists Oscar Low and Anna Hanson in tribute to Christmases past and the history of the Strand Arcade.
Fairy Forest
Strand Arcade, 227 Queen Street
6-9pm
Light artists Cat Ellis with Creature Post have created a forest of living trees and as you watch you will be delighted by a fairy hologram darting about. Make your wish!
DJ Jazz Cigarette
Strand Arcade, 227 Queen Street
6 – 9pm
DJ Jazz Cigarette is an esteemed record collector and DJ who has been rocking dance floors in Tāmaki Makaurau for the past decade+. A regular fixture on the independent Mouthfull radio with his show essential listening, he explores and uncovers forgotten gems from around the world and crosses genres and feelings effortlessly.
Q***rs & Wares
Q***r Friendly Markets
Strand Arcade, 227 Queen Street
Auckland’s foremost q***r friendly moveable market is coming to the Midtown Street Party! Buy your new favourite art piece or pottery from the makers themselves in this curated selection of diverse artists. Check out our instagram ***r_af_nz for up-to-date info!
Ngāriki Muru On Guitar
Nahm, Thai Street Food
39 Elliott Street
6.30 -8.30pm
Accomplished musical guitarist Ngāriki Muru, is an entertainer that warms up the room with his soulful and funky covers, a wide selection of genres and fun hits to sing along to!
Heart of Pastry - Luna Bakehouse
39 Elliott Street
6-9pm
Discover the heart of pastry at Luna Bakehouse! Our creative team passionately crafts remarkable and imaginative creations. Get ready to indulge in a symphony of flavours that will transport your taste buds to a world of pastry perfection. We would love to offer 10% off purchases for everyone who comes to Luna at Elliott Stables on the 3oth of November between 6-9pm.
Soul Bossa Duo
6pm - 8.45pm
Outside Luna Bakehouse, 39 Elliott Street
A soulful and funky Brazilian jazz duo with Amanda Teixeira Bovo on vocals and Juliana Sian on piano.
A fun and immersive musical experience to shake the hips! Their aim is to illuminate the vibrant and enchanting Brazilian culture through the universal language of music.
Rumble in the Jungle
Jungle 8
6-9pm
Elliott Stables, 39 Elliott Street
The legends behind Lucky 8 and Mr Hao are in the house. Visit their new neon party palace. DJs will be spinning.
Crooner Reuben Simpson
Elliott Stables, 39 Elliott Street
6-8.30pm
Singing in the style of swing, jazz and rock ‘n’ roll Reuben’s musical influences include: Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong and Sammy Davis Jr. with a wide selection of swing, jazz and rock ‘n’ roll numbers.
Howlin’ Wolf Collective
Upstairs, Suite 1, Reslau House,
39-41 Elliott Street
6pm - 9pm
DJ playing in-store. Inspired by the classic, the vintage and the bold we have a combined 10 years of barbering experience. Get the shave, cut and coffee you need to get you through the day.
GIVEAWAYS
We have over $2000 worth of giveaways.
A surprise guest will be wandering the streets giving away dining and gift vouchers for businesses in midtown.
PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES - GIFT VOUCHERS
Café Midnight Express
59 Victoria Street West
A Turkish restaurant offering authentic cuisine, fine wine and a warm atmosphere. As one of the best Turkish restaurants Auckland has to offer, you are sure to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, excellent food and quality service. $500 worth of dining vouchers supplied by the City Rail Link.
Real Groovy, 19 Victoria Street
Dominoes, 5 Elliott Street
The Tandoor Indian Restaurant, 5 Elliott Street
Howlin’ Wolf Collective
Upstairs, Suite 1, Reslau House,
39-41 Elliott Street
Nahm, Thai Street Food, downstairs 39 Elliott Street
NEW AT THE STABLES
Low Brow, Elliott Stables, 39 Elliott Street
Lowbrow brings a fresh and seasonal approach to contemporary fast food, offering what they call “Good Food”.
Auckland Council
We’re shining light on midtown as a site of unique and diverse hospitality and business with incredible history - both Māori and European. Auckland Council’s Midtown Regeneration programme is getting the area ready for Te Hā Noa and Te Waihorotiu Station. We know there has been construction disruption for the people of midtown so as our new street design takes shape in Victoria Street, let the party begin!
Midtown Street Party is brought to you by Auckland Council and is supported by the city centre targeted rate.
