Sydney Opera House sails lit with colourful Vivid projections at night
Major EventSydney, NSW

Vivid Sydney

Vivid Sydney is the largest festival of light, music and ideas in the southern hemisphere. For 23 nights each winter the Opera House sails, Circular Quay and the harbour precincts are transformed by large-scale projections and light installations, drawing more than three million visits across the festival.

Get there by bus →Late May to mid-June (23 nights)Free + ticketed

What to expect

The light walk is free, which makes Vivid one of the easiest major events in Australia to enjoy on a budget. Evenings are cool and crowds peak on weekends, so a midweek visit gives you the installations with room to breathe. Ticketed music and ideas programs run alongside the free trail for those who want to go deeper.

  • Major Event
  • Arts & Literature
  • Music

Getting there by bus

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One-way trip

Fares and timetables are confirmed on the operator's site before you book.