Be illuminated by art installations, light projections and performances.
The world-famous festival of light, music and ideas, Vivid Sydney returns in 2025 to illuminate the city with large-scale light installations and projections, free family events, cutting-edge music performances and thought-provoking ideas talks, workshops and conferences.
Darling Harbour is one of the main hubs of activity, transformed each night with art installations and 3D projections across the cityscape and harbour. Find wondrous innovations like the giant arc of blue and green neon spirals at Symphony of Light, large-scale, iridescent inflatable tunnels at Elysian Collection and admire the spectacular intertwining suspended circles at Entwine with over 168 meticulously arranged LED tubes, pulsing with light. Be sure to check out the incredible light show at Cockle Bay, along with the sights at Tumbalong Park buzzing with live music and various children’s entertainment.
Start your experience off on a high note at Wayfarer’s Bar & Café, a place for you to take a moment to rehydrate and refuel, before heading back out on your Vivid Sydney adventure – or turning in for the night. Enjoy our Vivid Sydney-themed tasting set consisting of the Cosmic Dream cocktail (gin, agave, pineapple juice, blue curacao, lime juice), the Moonlit Cloud mocktail (blueberry syrup, lemonade and coconut cream), and the Sweet Dream Tart – a rich cream cheese filling flavoured with mixed berries and apples, nestled in a buttery tart crust. Available until sold out from 23 May to 14 June 2025. Terms & conditions apply.
Base yourself at the centre of the action and spend a night or two in the city during the spectacular light festival. Book yourself a room with a view and a balcony and enjoy the lights from across Darling Harbour. Cheers with a complimentary glass of house wine or beer when you book your stay directly with our team via our website, directly via phone +612 7203 8600, email reservations@aidendarlingharbour.com.au or via our website.
