Mr Dawson said the business community has also been a vital part of the celebrations, with key sponsors providing financial input.
Funding has also been sourced from community funding organisations with schools and the public contributing widely during the year and will have a major presence at the city birthday party.
"What this means is that the city birthday party will be a true community partnership, run by people who live in our city for the enjoyment of all our city residents."
The year's activities have been overseen by a working group, comprising volunteers from 10 organisations, including Hamilton City Council. Its patron is Dame Malvina Major.
Mr Dawson said community groups have been quick to volunteer their time, ideas and translate this into action.
In a lead up to the street party on November 22, council staff formed a giant 150 in Civic Square last week.
The central city will be 'transformed' to a family-friendly party zone spread out over a dozen precincts, each with a different theme.
There'll be street theatre, musical performances, fashion shows, vintage carnival games, a petting zoo, classic cars, vintage and retro markets and fireworks.
Victoria St will be closed from Ward St through to Hood St from 3-9pm. Mr Dawson said the focus of the party is on families and a day of fun.
"It's going to be an amazing event and I hope that all Hamiltonians join in the festivities and celebrate their city's birthday. There will be food, entertainment, music, fashion and culture - all the right ingredients for a great party."
A giant stage will be built in Garden Place and there will be performances throughout the day. Schools are being invited to perform songs and dances from a decade of their choice over the past 150 years, and performers are invited to sign up to be part of the day's entertainment.
Registration is online at hamilton150.co.nz.