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After hours night market is back
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After hours night market is back *
Thursday 22 October | 5–8pm | Five Mile, Frankton
After a hugely successful debut last year, Five Mile After Hours Night Market is back for 2026, bringing even more food, family fun and after-dark magic to the heart of Frankton.
Last year, around 3,000 people joined us for an evening of food, entertainment and community spirit. This year, we're turning things up a notch with an expanded footprint, more retailers getting involved and plenty of new experiences to discover.
A night market full of flavour
Come hungry! Five Mile's foodie favourites are taking to the streets with pop-up stalls serving everything from Brazilian BBQ and Indian street food to roving dumplings, sushi and teriyaki.
Joining them is a curated line-up of local food trucks dishing up wood-fired pizza, tacos, handmade pasta, seafood and plenty more. From savoury bites to sweet treats, there's something for every appetite.
FREE ENTRY
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Little explorers, big adventures
New this year is our Kids' Night Market Trail, taking families on a fun-filled adventure through the precinct.
Follow the trail and tick off five activities, including a silent disco at Noel Leeming, card making at Warehouse Stationery, a putting challenge at Golf Warehouse, a spooky Halloween photo booth at Look Sharp and colouring-in fun at Billy's.
Complete the trail and claim a free candy floss, while stocks last!
There'll also be DJs, face painting, in-store activations and special offers to discover throughout the evening.
A new location, even more to explore
This year's Night Market is moving to a new location within Five Mile, taking over the car parks between North Beach and ASB, with activities extending into the wider precinct.
It's all about bringing our community together, celebrating Five Mile's fantastic mix of food, retail and hospitality, and giving everyone a reason to enjoy Frankton after hours.
Please note: In the event of severe weather, the Night Market will be postponed to Thursday 29 October.
fivemile development news
We're excited to announce the new name of our latest building and share news about its tenants.
introducing forsyth barr tower
say hello to forsyth barr tower
Our new flagship office and retail building coming to life on the corner of FiveMile Place and Murchison Street will now be known as Forsyth Barr Tower.
Investment and wealth management business Forsyth Barr, founded in Dunedin in 1936, will lease A-grade space on the top floor and has secured naming rights for the property.
Forsyth Barr Executive Director Jonty Edgar says he’s looking forward to the move.
“We’re delighted that Murchison Tower will become Forsyth Barr Tower and are proud to be part of this exciting next chapter for Queenstown,” he says.
“Our connection to this community is built on the people and relationships we’ve developed here over many years, and we’re looking forward to continuing those relationships while being part of a landmark development that reflects the growth and ambition of the region.”
construction underway
Construction is underway on what will be Queenstown’s largest office building with 7,900sqm of net lettable area. The ground floor will include a lobby cafe, restaurant space, retail and wellness facilities, with expansive views from five levels of premium office space above.
There will be shared meeting space on the ground floor, ideal for hosting meetings and events. The building includes premium end-of-trip facilities and secure bike storage with e-bike charging stations, perfect for Queenstown's many bike trails.
With approximately 50% of the space already leased, AWS Legal, Mackersy Property, Colliers Queenstown, and Private Capital Group are just some of the businesses confirmed to move in.
welcome to the tower
AWS Legal Queenstown partner Haydon Cunninghame describes it as an exciting opportunity for growth. “We’ve been in our Queenstown CBD office for nearly 20 years but we’re growing organically so it makes sense to move to a space that better supports that future growth,” he says.
“It’s exciting to give our team a more modern environment in a top-of-the-line office and Frankton provides a centralised location for us to do business, with ease of access and convenient parking. We’re looking forward to it.”
Mackersy Property is well aware of the benefits of doing business at Five Mile, having been based for the past seven years in the Craigs Investment Partners office building. Director Adam Copland says the move represents a good opportunity to upgrade and refit their office, and future proof their business.
“The real drawcard for us is a better-quality offering, fantastic views and we’re making a long-term commitment to a fit-for-purpose space,” he says.
As New Zealand’s most active private credit lender servicing clients around New Zealand, Australia and further afield, Private Capital Group is growing. CEO and Managing Partner Paul Carman says a modern fully-functional office in a centralized hub that’s easily accessible to the airport is key to supporting clients and staff.
“Much of the business community is now out in Frankton, and with future transport developments such as the gondola it’s the logical place to be,” he says. “We know the Five Mile team, they’re a tried and tested developer, a model of high quality, and we want to lean into supporting this region.”
Colliers Queenstown is moving to Forsyth Barr Tower while also driving the building’s leasing programme. Director Mark Simpson says there is continued interest from a diverse range of prospective tenants for remaining leasing opportunities.
“This building will set a new standard for quality among office accommodation in the area. Frankton continues to build momentum as a commerce hub that’s complementary to the strong visitor and tourism appeal of the CBD.”
Forsyth Barr Tower is scheduled for completion in December 2027
pet direct
pet lovers new biz alert!
Pet Direct is painting the town (and FiveMile) green as it builds up to opening its biggest store to date in New Zealand right here on our doorstep.
For a business that started online post-Covid, Pet Direct going great guns – FiveMile’s store will be 640sqm and its fifth in the country. Look forward to over 4,000 cat and dog products on offer when it opens on September 23, with two warm-water dog washes and an Insta Booth for those perfect pooch poses. Sounds dreamy! More details coming soon….
THE WAX ROOM
welcome home
Exciting news! We're delighted to share that Queenstown's original waxing, tanning and laser specialists The Wax Room are moving into Five Mile.
Owner Erica and her team of specialist therapists will open the doors on October 1 offering the treatments for which they’re renowned. For tinting, lash lifts, amazing brows, and more, they’ve built a loyal following and are looking forward to the move to FiveMile with its easy parking and accessibility.
See you there!
Born in Fiji, Vikrant is very much a Queenstown local, having lived here since he was six. And after having “always been in hospo”, he’s now a year into his role as Food and Beverage Manager at Sudima Queenstown Five Mile. “I originally wanted to work in IT but I’d always enjoyed watching my Mum cook at home, so I got my first hospitality job at 16 and decided that was the way to go.”
Joining Sudima in 2022 as Head Chef, he loves how the company is built around their values. “They’ve helped me grow so much and now having learned about the operational side of the hotel they’ve expanded my world past the restaurant doors”.
“I now know where we source our local beer, am helping to cut down our carbon footprint and work on ensuring our supplies are as local as can be.”
vikrant naicker Sudima
our people. our community.
Favourite dish?
“My Mum’s tomato and eggplant chutney with a nice lamb curry. You can’t go wrong.”
Love FiveMile?
It’s so cool, everyone knows each other so well. Tenants and business owners are like extended family, and I love building new relationships. Queenstown Barbers give the best haircut.”
Family life?
“Misaki and I have been together nearly four years and we adore our nine-month-old baby Mirei, who’s half Japanese, half Fijian. I can’t wait for her to be older so I can take her fishing!”