Vivid Sydney 2024

Vivid Sydney will illuminate Barangaroo with art, light, creativity and exploration united by this year's artistic direction, 'Vivid Sydney, Humanity

Vivid Sydney is Australia’s largest festival of light, music, ideas, and food. Held from 24 May – 15 June 2024, Vivid Sydney invites visitors to step outside the every day into nights full of wonder.

This year, we're celebrating everything that makes us different (and the same). The theme 'Humanity,' invites us to look inside to find inspiration in all those things that make us uniquely human - love, kindness, compassion and creativity.

Whether you're a photography enthusiast, art lover, or simply seeking an unforgettable adventure with the family, Vivid Sydney at Barangaroo is a must-see event.

Lights

Horizon

Enter the Horizon for a hypnotic, full-body experience. Here, trance-like sound and strobing lights play with your spatial perception and offer a glimpse beyond everyday reality.

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Nest

Projected onto a transparent surface, the huge bird apparitions appear to float in the air and are visible from both out and inside the Nest.

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Chairwave

This innovative, kinetic, and illuminated seating system invites spontaneous interactions and authentic connections between individuals.

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Portal

PORTAL invites you into a surreal, breathtaking moment in time. Towering over 15 metres tall, this commanding installation evokes the Surrealist movement with its otherworldly display of glowing light and atmospheric soundtrack.

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Stateless

This moving and thought-provoking installation features over 4000 solar-powered LED candles placed along the sandstone blocks of Nawi Cove.

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Encounters before the tree

See trees (and yourself) in a new way as you gaze at a mesmerising display of nature’s hidden geometry.

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Vivid Sydney Ideas: After The Fact

Every weeknight between 6pm - 7pm during Vivid Sydney, kick back with a drink and watch as the brightest minds dissect and debate the breaking stories of the day at Barangaroo House. Moderated by the brilliant Tom Wright and features a rotating selection of high-profile change-makers, analysts and experts.

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Food and Drink

Whether you're looking for a sophisticated meal, a quick bite, or a place to relax with a drink, Barangaroo has it all, making it a perfect destination to complement your Vivid Sydney experience.

Rivareno

Indulge in Rivareno Gelato's exquisite gelato at their exclusive Vivid Sydney pop-up cart in Watermans Cove. Savour the creamy goodness of Rivareno's favourite flavours including pistachio, stracciatella, cremino rivareno, bacio, mango heera, and cocco.

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Muum Maam

Celebrate Vivid Sydney with Muum Maam's limited-time cocktails sprinkled with edible glitter to match the vibrant atmosphere of this much loved festival. Dazzle your senses just steps from Barangaroo's vibrant installations!

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Belles Hot Chicken

Vivid Sydney is all about good vibes - enjoy waterfront dining amongst awe-inspiring lights along with real Nashville-style hot chicken, natural wine, cold local beers and a cracking soundtrack.

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love.fish

Fancy a little seafood and luxury on the waterfront by Vivid Sydney's dazzling lights? love.fish is a family-owned restaurant with a green heart, serving sustainably sourced Australian seafood so close to the water you can hear the lapping of the waves.

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Be Fraiche

Warm up with a Louisiana-inspired BBQ feast paired with boozy cocktails made with the finest American whiskey, and admire Vivid Sydney while you dine by their stunning water views.

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