First Synthony Pride event to take place in Auckland in August

Synthony Pride is coming.
Synthony Pride is coming. Photo credit: Supplied

An event promoters say is intended to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ communities' contribution to New Zealand nightlife is to happen in Auckland this winter.

Synthony Pride will take place at Spark Arena on August 3.

Organisers say the show will "honour the queer impact on dance music and nightlife".

With a set list that comprises music from the likes of Kylie Minogue, Sam Smith, Madonna, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Lady Gaga, the show is hoping to attract some 10,000 customers.

The show will also play host to the Auckland Philharmonia, along with instrumentalists, guest vocalists and artists.

Other artists set to perform include Boh Runga, Harper Finn, Kita Mean, Jordan Eskra, Jujulipps, Anita Wig'lit, Paige, Hugo Grrrl, Greg Gould, Mean Gurls, Miss Geena, and David Fung.

Tickets go on sale from Wednesday, May 15.