HEARD PARK AFTER DARK
A symphony of sound and light is coming to Heard Park this winter!
There’s something magical about walking through fairy lights on a cold winter evening. Add some musical talent on a Friday night, and you’ve got yourself a bit of winter wonderland!
From 21 June to 19 July, the trees in Heard Park, will be lit up and changing colour to add magic to the heart of Parnell. These lights create an ambience for celebration and reflection, perfect for the Matariki season. The sparkling trees not only look magnificent, but they have a hidden talent too—they are responsive to sound. Such an installation has never been enjoyed in Parnell until now.
Wander the park after work or with loved ones, friends and family, or take a moment for yourself and enjoy the feeling of being surrounded by magical light. If you feel like you’ve got a song in you, belt it out and see the trees respond!
FRIDAY NIGHTS AT HEARD PARK
21 June, 5, 12 & 19 July*
With the installation being active nightly, every night will be a shining bit of winter magic on Parnell—but make sure you don’t miss Fridays. On Friday nights in Heard Park while the installation is live, grab a free hot drink from Mrs Sippy coffee cart and enjoy some of New Zealand’s finest musicians as they park up under a tree and make it twinkle to their talent. From saxophone to singing, a mini grand piano and even an accordion, come and have a Friday night party in the prettiest Parnell Park.
*Please note, Friday night events will only be cancelled if the weather suggests it may be a Health & Safety concern. If it’s drizzling, come along and rug up. It will be worth it!
REDEEM VOUCHERS
On Friday 21 June, 5, 12 and 19 July from 5-7pm, we’ll be giving away vouchers* for local vendors. Upload a photo of Heard Park After Dark to Instagram, tag @parnellauckland and your chosen vendor, and show your post to a Parnell crew member in order to redeem one of the following vouchers*:
- A FREE dessert after you dine at TwoFold
- FREE Spud Fries with BurgerFuel Aioli from BurgerFuel Parnell
- FREE Small Focaccia Garlic and Cheese Pizza or a Small American Pizza from La Porchetta Parnell
- FREE hot or cold tea worth $6 from ChaBliss
- FREE Classic Mini Kebab Wrap in chicken, lamb or veggie from Kebab Kitchen
*Ts & Cs apply. Limited vouchers are available each Friday evening and will be handed out on a ‘first come, first served’ basis to verified Instagram shares. Take a photo of the light installation, tag @parnellauckland plus your chosen vendor on Instagram, and show it to a crew member on site to receive a voucher. One voucher per person per night.
MEET THE MUSICIANS
Get to know the local talent who will be performing beneath the sparkling trees at our Friday night events!
FRIDAY 21 JUNE
MIKEY VIDEOTAPE
We’re kicking off Heard Park After Dark with Mikey Brown a.k.a Mikey Videotape, live in Heard Park from 5-7pm. Mikey and his band mates will be putting on an eclectic show that will light up the park!
Mikey will perform a mix of originals from his band Outside In, as well as songs from his solo offering Mikey Videotape. There will also be a sprinkling of reimagined versions of some classic tunes throughout.
“I’m excited to share this side of myself with my Parnell locals. Most people around here know me as that guy who owns the print shop, but it will be fun to share my musical side with the local community.” ~ Mikey Brown
FRIDAY 5 July
LEWIS McCALLUM
From 5-7pm, Lewis McCallum is bringing his saxophone to Parnell for this one night only!
Watching Lewis perform is witnessing a masterclass in brass and dance beats. His presence is kinetic, infectious, and his command of the jazz genre melds effortlessly with contemporary dance culture, creating a sell-out sound.
Guaranteed to light up our little park, let Lewis McCallum and his sax brighten up your Friday night!
FRIDAY 12 July
TRACEY COLLINS
Recognised throughout country as New Zealand’s premier (and only female professional) Accordion Entertainer, Tracey has earned extensive praise throughout New Zealand, Australia and Asia as an artist and entertainer, and is highly sought after as a professional musician.
Enjoy some classical tracks through to dance music on her digital piano accordion. Bring your dancing shoes and stand under the magical moving tree lights.
FRIDAY 19 July
ANDY KEYS
We’re wrapping up Heard Park After Dark with a performance from one of New Zealand’s foremost keyboard players and entertainers, Andrew Cochrane a.k.a Andy Keys!
With a prolific performing career spanning 20 years, Andy is currently keyboardist for Kaylee Bell, The Feelers, Synthony, and the Musical Director for Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park. For one night only, Andy will make the trees dance in Heard Park, Parnell.
