Rediscover Parnell Village

You’ll want to be in Parnell on Thursday March 12th from 5pm till late!

Let us reintroduce you to Parnell Village. A special experience that’s not to not be rushed—amble through the alleyways, enjoy leisurely late trade, and be reminded that Parnell is one of Auckland’s most revered art centres by enjoying the galleries, open late. All your favourite hospitality offerings will be open as usual, some with additional live entertainment to enjoy. This one-of-a-kind event offers to bring the best of Parnell together at the same time as the day turns to night.

During the event, enjoy some ‘Parnell pockets’ of activity that will be popping up for the evening.

ART BATTLE

269 Parnell Road
Doors open 6pm, Round 1 starts 7pm

Art Battle is the planet’s biggest LIVE painting competition, spanning 70+ cities worldwide. On March 12, Art Battle Auckland welcomes a mixture of 12 locally based and NZ creatives to the heart of Parnell Village from 6pm.

You’ll get to enjoy a diverse range of emerging and established artists, carefully selected to battle it out over 3 rounds of high energy speed painting. The audience decides who wins with interactive (phone) voting/bidding, and artworks are made available for purchase via a silent auction at the end of the night.

With competitions, prizes, awards and audience participation, including a ‘wildcard’ (audience member), this event is not to be missed!

This event is free to attend, but registrations are essential if you want to be able to vote in the competition—registrations open soon.

ANGUS MUIR LIGHT INSTALLATIONS

Thursday 12—Sunday 15 March

Award-winning studio Angus Muir Design works at the intersection of people, space and objects. Dedicated to renewing and revitalising spaces while acknowledging their history, Angus Muir Design balances these three components to architect a mesmeric experience, unique and specific to each project and site.

CRAFT MARKET

Unfortunately, due to the weather forecast for this evening, the Heard Park markets have been cancelled.

Heard Park
From 5pm onwards

Begin your Rediscover Parnell Village journey by gathering in Heard Park at 5pm on Thursday 12 March, where the night comes to life with glowing light installations by Angus Muir and a curated selection of boutique craft market stalls.

Showcasing local arts, crafts, artisan wares, designer pieces, and delicious handcrafted treats, our Craft Markets are a welcoming space to pause, browse, and enjoy the atmosphere before making your way up into Parnell Village.

CONFIRMED STALLHOLDERS

Flower Station
The Neudorf Studio
Velora
Masala Bazaar

The Village Square Trust
How Sweet
Herbert & Wilks

and more!

BUSKERS

Enjoy live music from some of Auckland’s finest up-and-coming talent! Youth Arts NZ have curated a lineup of musicians who will be stationed around Parnell Village, playing ambient tunes to see you through the night.

DĀN DĀN

Wasian singer-songwriter that really likes chicken rice.

Indie-pop singer-songwriter dān dān is one half of wasian sibling duo Ersha Island 三沙岛, and is known for her distinct vocals, evocative storytelling, and classically-trained piano influences. Separate from the duo, dān dān layers in lyrical wordplay and rich harmonies to explore the more playful and vulnerable parts of her songwriting as a solo artist.

DOMINANT7

Formed in the heart of Otara, Dominant7 features an ever-changing cast of Tāmaki-based musicians of predominantly Māori and Pacific background. With each member sporting a background in classical and church music, V7 puts a fresh spin on your usual pop/R&B classics.

KATIE-LEE

Katie-Lee has been playing live since they started busking at 9 years old! They began to perform regularly at open mic nights around Auckland, and have more recently opened for local artists such as Venice Qin, Jason Parker, Hiri, Brody Leigh (and more). In 2021, Katie-Lee was featured on the TVNZ show “Popstars” where they performed in front of Kimbra, Nathan King and Vince Harder to move through to the second stage of the show.

CAMERON BEATTIE

Cameron is a 16 year old singer-songwriter from the North Shore of Auckland. He plays piano, guitar, bass, drums, and saxophone. Cameron has been a finalist in Play It Strange national songwriting competitions 5 times, as well as winning Best Artist and Best Band—Original Composition at Stand Up Stand Out 2025. Cameron has 4 songs released, with a 5th coming out very soon. He is inspired by many 60s, 70s, and 80s artists such as The Beatles and Split Enz, while also having a passion for Jazz, Funk, and RnB.

JENNI SMITH

Auckland-based singer-songwriter Jenni Smith lives and breathes music. Since joining New Zealand’s vibrant Country Music scene at the age of 12, she has experienced much success in the industry—she is particularly proud of attaining Songwriter of the Year at the NZCMA Entertainer of the Year Awards in 2018, and her recent single ‘T-Shirt’ charted on the Official NZ Music Charts. There’s something for everyone in Jenni’s country-influenced writing; whether you want a hoedown, to cry for hours, get sassy, or confess love, you can bet she’s got a song for that.

NIKLAS MEADS

Niklas is a singer and guitarist who studies at the University of Auckland. He is extremely passionate about songwriting and loves sharing his music. He has released numerous songs on Spotify that you can find by searching ‘Niklas Meads’.

JACK AND JENNA

Jack Mensah and Jenna Jones are an acoustic duo known for their fun, lounge style covers of contemporary hits, perfect for creating a relaxed and intimate atmosphere wherever they play. With Jack on guitar, and Jenna’s sweet, yet powerful vocals, they bring a fresh twist to popular songs, occasionally blending in original pieces that showcase their musical chemistry. Having played together since 2019, Jack and Jenna have developed an effortless rapport that shines through in their performances. Audiences are drawn to their easygoing dynamic, which often includes spontaneous interactions, conversations, and a willingness to tackle new challenges, like learning new songs on the fly. When they’re not playing music, Jack is an accomplished photographer, often working with fellow musicians making their way through the NZ scene, while Jenna is a music supervisor, working on films and television shows produced locally and abroad.

AMELIE CHE

Amelie Che is a classical pianist based in Auckland, New Zealand. She completed her ARSM Diploma in Classical Piano in 2018 and is currently studying towards a Bachelor of Classical Piano Performance at the University of Auckland. In recognition of her commitment to classical performance, Amelie has received several awards at competitions, including the APPA/ARA Lodge Stringed and Piano Music Competition, the Te Awamutu Competitions Society of the Performing Arts Inc., SAPACS, WAPAC, NSPAS, and APMA, among others. Alongside her classical studies, Amelie enjoys exploring all aspects of music. She performs as a percussionist with the RNZAF Auckland Base Brass Band, has taken part in JBL’s Your Shot DJ competition, recorded original songs with Women About Sound and Holding Space Aotearoa, and is a part of the Auckland University Student Choir and the Wes Montgomery Club.

MYSHELLE

Myshelle is a Taiwanese/English multi-instrumentalist who draws inspiration from experiences close to her heart and uses music to capture these moments in time. Myshelle hopes that through sharing her music, anyone going through a similar situation won’t feel as alone, as she showcases how even life’s most chaotic moments can be used to create something beautiful.

AMY MASON

Amy has always loved music, and from an early age would take part in musicals and school productions, but then truly found her passion in writing music, singing, and playing guitar. Amy has competed in a few competitions over the past few years, most notably Smokefree Rockquest where she placed 2nd in the regional finals, and Stand Up Stand Out where she was selected to record her own song professionally.

GAB GELIX

Gab started playing guitar at 11 years old, mostly doing covers. At 15, Gab began writing original music, using songwriting as a way to express emotions and thoughts. Gab started uploading these songs on SoundCloud, including personal favourite The World Clock EP. Recently, Gab stepped out of their comfort zone for the first time at an YANZ open mic at Kahui St David’s, sharing music and making connections.

AMYLIA

Amylia is a Kiwi-born Chinese singer-songwriter with a rich, soulful voice that resonates deeply. After a decade of live performance, she finally released her debut single ‘I Will Find a Way’ in 2025. This anthem was inspired by her parents’ migration to Aotearoa, New Zealand. Recently, she joined forces with Something They Call Myth and Ms Mia on ‘Too: Matheson Bay Sessions’, a fully live-recorded folk EP. With more music on the way, Amylia continues to shape a sound that is uniquely her own.

KWYZE

One of music’s most poetic and genuine figures, New Zealand rapper, audio producer, and songwriter Kwyze has music that grounds people in the present. What makes him so impressive is his ability to connect with his audience through relatable concepts. He has performed at AUM Festival and numerous showcases/gigs. Multi-talented, with genuine intentions you’ll have an experience like no other.

ALEXANDRA RANFORD

Alexandra is a vocalist and songwriter with roots in choral, a cappella, jazz, folk, and musical theatre. A natural storyteller and modern seanchaí, she weaves narrative and emotion through rich vocal layering and nuanced vocal techniques. Her original music draws inspiration from the sounds that shaped her—Catholic hymns, traditional Irish music, choral works, and a cappella jazz ensembles. Built around voice-first arrangements, her songs exist in a space where harmony and vocals take centre stage. Alexandra is currently focused on refining, polishing, and producing her original music, crafted through intricate vocal layers and minimal instrumentation.

SIP & STYLE

317 Parnell Road

D-SHE by Dee will be open until 9pm for the event, and they’re excited to create an immersive experience for visitors through their “Sip & Style” Lounge.

Guests will be welcomed with complimentary bubbles and bespoke mocktail spritzers, elegantly served from a bar cart styled in D-SHE palettes.

The boutique will be transformed into an intimate setting for guests to explore their latest collection and enjoy personal mini styling sessions while they sip and unwind.

POTTERY WITH THE CLAY CENTRE

251 Parnell Road

Artists from The Clay Centre will be featured at Black Door Gallery and we invite you to watch the magic behind making ceramics.

Try your hand on the potter’s wheel under the guidance of The Clay Centre tutors and experience the joy of creating something with your own hands.

If you would like to keep the piece you made, The Clay Centre will fire and glaze your piece for a $20 charge per item, which you can collect from The Clay Centre approx. 3 weeks after this event.’

ECLAIR TASTING

279 Parnell Road

Join Eclair Studio for a delicious in-store experience celebrating flavour, craft, and a little indulgence.

To mark the occasion, Eclair Studio will be launching two brand-new éclair flavours—Mango Passionfruit and Raspberry—created especially for the season.

Guests are invited to enjoy complimentary tastings in-store throughout the evening, alongside their signature éclairs and sweet treats.

HONEY TASTING

237 Parnell Road

Step inside The Fantail House and treat your tastebuds to a very special in-store tasting experience. Enjoy medicinal-grade mānuka honey and NZ native honey from award-winning Hunt & Gather in Raglan, alongside The Fantail House’s much-loved New Zealand jam rang—featuring zesty green kiwifruit, golden kiwifruit, and feijoa and strawberry.

All tastings are served on beautiful sourdough bread, baked fresh on the day by Rhu—the perfect pairing for a cosy, flavour-filled evening.

COMPLIMENTARY JEWELLERY CLEANING

327 Parnell Road

Does your jewellery need refreshing? Bring along your favourite pieces to Hartfield Jewellers—everyday treasures, heirlooms, or something special tucked away—and enjoy complimentary jewellery cleaning while you browse the store and soak up the evening atmosphere. It’s a simple, thoughtful way to refresh your jewellery and see it sparkle again.

WINDOW EXHIBITION: SIMON WILLIAMS—NEW ZEALAND

202 Parnell Road

While the gallery will not be open during the event, International Art Centre is proud to support the evening and encourages visitors to enjoy a special preview of the upcoming exhibition by Simon Williams, presented as a curated window display.

Travelling the length and breadth of his homeland, Simon Williams rediscovers and explores anew both internationally famed destinations and off-the-beaten-track slices of heaven on earth. His work captures the heart of the New Zealand landscape with depth, clarity, and emotional resonance. Regarded as one of the country’s leading contemporary landscape painters, Williams’ work reflects a profound connection to place.

EXHIBITION: SELECTION SHOWS/SHANE FOLEY

280 Parnell Road

Jonathan Grant Gallery and Artis will be open late, inviting visitors to step inside and experience the richness of contemporary New Zealand art.

Across the galleries, one of Jonathan Grant Gallery’s much-loved Selection Shows will be running—a curated exhibition featuring a diverse range of gallery artists, encompassing both painting and sculpture. It’s a beautiful opportunity to explore multiple practices, styles and voices within a single visit, whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply curious.

Visitors will also get a preview moment ahead of Artis Gallery’s upcoming solo exhibition by acclaimed artist Shane Foley, opening the following week on Tuesday, March 17, offering a sense of what’s to come.

THE ART OF NUDO

241 Parnell Road

Orsini invites you to experience The Art of Nudo, an immersive in-store celebration of Pomellato’s iconic Nudo collection. Renowned for its bold use of colour and contemporary elegance, Nudo is explored through a rich dialogue between jewellery design, photography, colour, food and music.

Enjoy a relaxed and inspiring evening designed to be discovered, enjoyed and shared. Cocktails, mocktails and canapés, inspired by the vibrant hues of Nudo, will be served throughout the night as you explore this beautifully curated experience.

Please note: For guest comfort and security, numbers will be limited in-store at any one time.

COMPLIMENTARY SNACKS

1/333 Parnell Road

Parnell’s newest restaurant AARTH invites you to step inside, take a seat, and enjoy the atmosphere as the evening unfolds. For those wandering past who’d like to pause with a drink and watch the action, AARTH will be offering a fun complimentary snack for guests while they relax and soak it all in.

AARTH will be open throughout the evening from 5.00–9.30pm, making it the perfect spot to stop, settle in, and enjoy the night.

EXHIBITION PREVIEW: REFLECTIONS

263 Parnell Road
5.30-8pm

Parnell Gallery opens its milestone exhibition Reflections as part of Rediscover Parnell.

Marking the gallery’s 50th anniversary, this group exhibition brings together fourteen artists whose practices have evolved alongside the gallery over decades. Reflections explores themes of time, continuity, and shared history through new works that speak to memory, connection, and renewal.

Join us for the opening evening and be among the first to experience this celebratory exhibition.

15% OFF AT THE LINEN STORE

287 Parnell Road
Open until 7pm

The Linen Store will be offering 15% off at the Parnell store, for one night only. Pop into the store for good quality sheets, duvets, linen and associated products designed for the modern home or apartment in a chic environment.

CRANK A HAT FOR CHARITY

323 Parnell Road

Loopine Wool Co. will be open late, and are offering you the opportunity to make a hat for a good cause!

Using their circular knitting machine, passers-by will have the opportunity to crank a hat, which will be donated to charity. Loopine Wool Co. will provide the wool—all you need to do is turn the wheel!

PERSONALISED STYLING

305 Parnell Road

Label House by Soni Sandhu will be open late for Rediscover Parnell Village, welcoming guests to enjoy a relaxed evening of fashion and personalised styling. Visitors can enjoy a drink on arrival while exploring the boutique’s beautifully curated collection, with Soni Sandhu and the team offering their signature one-on-one styling service throughout the evening. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover new pieces, enjoy expert styling advice, and experience the warm hospitality Label House is known for.

GETTING THERE

Parnell Road will be busier than usual before and during this event, including in paid car parks and along side streets. You can explore your nearest car parking options here.

The Inner Link and Outer Link buses both run up and down Parnell Road, dropping you off right where the action happens! Save yourself some stress and catch the bus—explore bus routes for an easy journey.