The southern hemisphere’s leading multi-artform festival, Vivid Sydney showcases NSW’s cultural vibrancy and artistic innovation.
In-conversation talks with Martha Stewart, TIME's Creative Director, Jimmy Chin and more.
Reimagine ideas that challenge perceptions and inspire creative imagination.
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Where Do Ideas Come From? Creativity Inside TIME's Cover
For over a century, TIME magazine has captured the defining moments of our era, distilling the zeitgeist into striking, thought-provoking covers. A mother...
Ester x James Lowe | Vivid Chef Series
For three nights only London’s James Lowe joins Mat Lindsay at Ester for an exclusive Vivid Chef Series collaboration. James, the chef-owner of Michelin-starred...
Eleven Barrack x Claude Bosi | Vivid Chef Series
For two extraordinary nights the Vivid Chef Series presents a world-class collaboration as acclaimed French chef Claude Bosi joins forces with Brent Savage...
Inside the Dream Factory
Step beyond the fourth wall in this Vivid Sydney exclusive hands-on workshop and backstage tour at Sydney Theatre Company.Guided by a ‘dream leader’...
Dance of Dreams with Danielle Alvarez
Step into a world where food, art and dance merge, as celebrated chef Danielle Alvarez crafts an elegant dream-inspired tasting menu for this immersive...
Planet City: Live
In a world of escalating climate crises, bold dreams aren’t optional—they’re essential. What if, instead of unchecked expansion and environmental...
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Circular Quay and The Rocks
The dazzling harbourside home to Sydney’s most iconic landmarks, transformed.
Darling Harbour
A spectacle of sound, light, and interactivity, Darling Harbour is home to some of Vivid Sydney’s most impressive visual feasts alongside Vivid Music’s irresistible free Tumbalong Nights program.
Barangaroo
A cultural and creative nexus, Barangaroo is where storytelling and technology come together. A great family-friendly zone for those seeking a quieter festival experience.
Exploring new frontiers of performance, immersive screenings, exhibitions and more.
Experience Australia’s First Nations cultures with must-see experiences.
This year’s program is full of experiences that tap into dreams.
