Uptown AKL

11/06/2026

Make the most of this week’s breezy weather and get out flying with a kite from Kiteworks 🪁
Kiteworks is the last dedicated kite shop in New Zealand, run by lifelong kite enthusiast Perrin. Kiteworks has everything covered from classic kites for kids to high-performance designs, and bringing a bit of childhood joy back into the air 🪁

181 Symonds Street, Uptown

10/06/2026

Iron Age Comics NZ is a warehouse-sized treasure trove of comics, collectibles, trading cards, memorabilia and more. Co-owner David Cryer shares how a legendary New York comic warehouse inspired one of Auckland's most unique retail spaces.

🔗 Read the full story in the latest Issue of Uptown magazine: https://uptown.partica.co.nz/uptown-magazine/uptown-issue-13/flipbook/18/

08/06/2026

Issue 13 of Uptown Magazine is out now 🌟. This issue features the new artworks around Uptown, as well as the usual stories about the people and places that make up our neighbourhood. Grab a free copy at Uptown cafes and stores or read at the link below 🌃✨

Big thanks to those who contributed including Scootling, Motomail, Iron Age Comics NZ, The French Café, Lillius, Conservation Volunteers NZ, red+white cellar, The 13th Floor, Rage Out , Doc Edge, Ao Cacao & Madam Rat Floral 💛

https://uptown.partica.co.nz/uptown-magazine/uptown-issue-13/flipbook/1/

27/05/2026

Looking for design inspiration for your home? ✨

BLOC is a collective of locally owned businesses bringing together furniture, homewares and great coffee - all in one place.

With BoConcept, Città, A&C Homestore and Bloc Café under one roof, it’s the perfect spot to browse, connect and spend a morning in Uptown.

26/05/2026

Uptown Local Voices heads to Coffee Pen for a daytime session featuring Hans, Artpeace and FeelExcited. Join us from 9am-1:30pm for a relaxed day of DJ sets and great coffee under the trees with friends.

22/05/2026

Premiering on Juice TV at 8pm this Sunday night 🎻🎶

For NZ Music Month the Uptown Business Association brought together, Geneva AM, HINA & Jack Moser for a beautiful live session inside the stunning Kāhui St David's Great Hall.

Featuring stripped-back performances and the stories behind the songs, this special evening showcases three of Tāmaki Makaurau’s most exciting emerging artists.

8pm Sunday 24 May
Sky Channel 25, Freeview Channel 200
Also streaming at www.mood.live

18/05/2026

Country, Jazz and the Mayor!
This Wednesday, 6pm at The Corner Store.

Get your FREE tickets in our bio! (While they last)

Thank you Stuff, Lloyd Burr and Wayne Brown for the publicity! - you can watch the full interview on their YouTube channel.

14/05/2026

7pm Tomorrow! .eatery.bar Get tickets while they last.

3 Mount Eden Road, Uptown
Free ticket link in our bio.

11/05/2026

You could say Puen will be popping off this Friday

Join us at 7pm on 3 Mount Eden Road for good vibes, and a little bit of boogie

FREE tickets in our bio!

11/02/2026

See you there... 🌞🌿

Saturday 21 February - Basque Park Summer Series is back with a fun, colourful celebration of Latin culture.

Bring the family for another great day in the park!

⏰11-3PM
🚲🚶‍♀️‍➡️🚶‍➡️🚌 Basque Park - 17-23 Exmouth Street, Eden Terrace, Auckland 1021

What’s On:🌶️🌮🪇🎤🎨🇻🇪🇲🇽🇧🇷🇦🇷

🪇Live Latino music & performances

💃Salsa class on the grass🌱

🎨Creative workshops + kids’ zone 🏃‍♀️‍➡️🏃‍➡️

🌶️A range of food trucks, including Latin, vegan and local Uptown favourites

🎁Colourful market stalls & local creators

Proudly sponsored by Uptown AKL and
supported by
Waitematā Local Board Cross St Music Festival Viva Dance