Auckland Pride March

Join Auckland Live in the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau for a dazzling spectacle of love, acceptance, and queer activism! The Auckland Pride March is back, and they're ready to paint the town in every colour of the rainbow.

  • Words by Auckland Live
  • Last updated 22 Jan 2025

Kicking off at 2pm in Aotea Square by coming together with signs, flags and love, welcoming a new generation of Rainbow Youth into the space, before the journey of reclamation, power and queer joy flows down Queen Street to Takutai Square, Britomart. The march ends and your party begins at 4.30pm, head over to Auckland Pride for the full Pride Party line-up. Mark your calendar and be a part of the Auckland Pride March – see you there shining bright and proud!

Location Te wāhi
Aotea Square | Aotea – Te Papa Tū Wātea
Aotea Square
Plan your route
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira

Aotea Square is located in the city centre, a 15-minute walk from Britomart station. If you're driving, affordable parking can be found in the Civic Car Park, directly beneath the square.

Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe

Grab a drink and catch a show at Basement Theatre. Hidden away on a back street behind Aotea Square, this intimate space empowers emerging artists and creatives to push the boundaries of theatre, art, music, and dance.