What’s September in Sydney without Australia’s favourite sneaker event? We don’t even want to imagine it. That’s why The Kickz Stand continues to bring the iconic It’s More Than Just Sneakers lifestyle tour back to the city, celebrating sneaker culture, streetwear, collectibles, and the community that makes it all possible.
This year, PCYC Auburn once again transformed into a cultural hub, with two basketball courts filled wall to wall with sneakers, apparel, toys, and everything in between. From vintage heat to the latest drops, the vendor line-up had something for every kind of collector and fan.
Sydney showed up in full force, keeping the energy high from start to finish. Guests were welcomed with a free gift on entry and a ticket to the always-anticipated raffle, with prizes announced every 30 minutes thanks to our amazing sponsors. Even if you didn’t cop inside, you probably walked away with something special.
What really makes this event stand out is the community. It’s where collectors, resellers, and everyday sneaker fans connect. The OGs bring out their classics, the hypebeasts hunt for steals, and families come through to soak up the vibe and experience the culture together.
A massive thank you goes out to our sponsors and vendors for their ongoing support, and to our incredible volunteers who make sure everything runs smoothly. You’re all a big part of what makes It’s More Than Just Sneakers one of the most loved events on the scene.
ABSNC (Singapore) – @absnc
AFEW (Germany) – @afewstore
ASICS Sportstyle – @asics_sportstyle_au
Ayoub Lawyers – https://www.ayoublawyers.com.au/
CARNIVAL (Thailand) – @carnivalbkk
Cosmonauts Spacewear (Indonesia) – @cosmonautsspacewear
Crep Protect – @crepprotect_au
CROCS – @crocsaustralia
EA Sports – @easportsofficial
eBay – @ebayau
G-SHOCK – @gshockoz
Indomie – @indomieau
Jarritos – @jarritosau
JBL – @jblaustralia
Kicks Kase – @kickskase
LaceSpace – @lace.space
LIDS – @lids_australia
Limited Edt (Singapore) – @limitededt_sg
Mizuno Sportstyle – @mizunoaustralia
Monster Energy – @monsterenergy
Monsta Kicks – @monstakicks.au
REALISM – @realismco
Rhypla Builds – @rhypla
Philips – @philipshomelivinganz
Saucony Originals AU / NZ – @sauconyoriginalsaunz
SKINARMA (Singapore) – @skinarma
SNKRDUNK (Japan) – @snkrdunk
Sole Emporium – @thesoleemporium
Stateside Sports – @statesidesports.au
The Gamesmen – @thegamesmen
UNLCKD – @unlckd.official
WAVES AU – @waves_au
Until next time, Sydney. Thank you for the love and energy. Make sure you’re following @thekickzstand and signed up for our newsletter so you don’t miss the next stop of the tour. Trust us, you’ll want to be there. For information on other It’s More Than Just Sneakers events or features, click HERE.
