Feel the Beat

An all-abilities music experience

Feel the Beat is an inclusive, all-abilities music experience designed for visitors who are Deaf or hard of hearing, or who prefer to experience music through vibration, movement and sound. Using specialised technology, participants can feel the rhythm and energy of live music in a tactile and immersive way.

The experience takes place in a dedicated accessible viewing area, providing a supportive environment to enjoy live performances as part of the Vivid Sydney program.

Capacity is limited and bookings are required in advance. Group bookings are subject to availability and include limits on total group size and carers.


When: Saturdays during the Festival
Time: From 5pm - 9pm
Where: Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour

Sessions run for 15 minutes. If demand is low and capacity permits, visitors may be able to extend their experience to 30 minutes or rejoin the queue for another session, subject to availability.

Bookings are not required. Everyone is welcome to arrive and enjoy the experience, subject to capacity on the day.
 

Accessible Drop off & Pick Up

An accessible drop-off and pick-up zone is available in Iron Wharf Place. Vehicles are not permitted to park or wait.
 

Parking

There is paid parking available at the following locations:

ICC P1
Entry: 14 Darling Drive
Cost: from $20
Height clearance: 2.2metres

First Parking Darling Square
Entry: Zolner Circuit
Cost: From $17 or $22 flat rate
Height clearance: 2.1metres

First Parking Darling Quarter
Entry: 1-11 Harbour St
Cost: From $20 or $25 flat rate
Height clearance: 2.2metres
 

By proceeding with a booking request, visitors acknowledge that they have read and agree to the Terms & Conditions for special accessible viewing area bookings. All personal information collected as part of the booking process is handled in accordance with the Vivid Sydney Privacy Policy and is used solely for the purpose of managing bookings, access arrangements and event communications.

If you have specific requirements, please feel free to contact our Vivid Sydney Team at vivid.access@dnsw.com.au 


Terms and Conditions

  • Viewing areas are designed to support access needs; however, seating, sightlines and sensory conditions may vary depending on location, crowd movement and operational requirements.
  • Due to road closures and potential traffic congestion, we recommend allowing extra time for your journey as delays may occur. 
  • Before embarking on your Vivid Sydney experience, we suggest taking a rest break at the toilet facilities available in Tumbalong Park. 
  • As Vivid Sydney is a public event that can become crowded on certain nights, please enquire with our volunteers if you require identification wristbands for your group members. These wristbands will assist in recording your contact details. 
  • Vivid Sydney Guest Services are unable to provide physical assistance (including lifting, transferring or mobility support). Attendees must attend with appropriate support if required.
  • Conditions within the viewing area, including access routes and layouts, may change due to safety, weather, crowd management or operational requirements, including directions from Police or emergency services.
  • Failure to comply with staff instructions, safety requirements or event conditions may result in removal from the viewing area.
  • Feel the Beat is not suitable for pregnant women or those with pacemakers 
  • All equipment must be returned after use to event hire staff