Sydney in May: Top Things to Do and See
May, with its autumnal colours and flannel shirts have arrived and while the weather might be a bit cooling, Sydney's social calendar is certainly heating up. The nights tend to be longer from now on, we’re talking classy dinings, exhilarating musicals, late-night zoo sessions and of course, Vivid Sydney. To celebrate and make the most of these cooler months, we have rounded off some must-do attractions in the harbour city of Australia.
Dinner Cruise
Let’s be honest. Sydney is one of the most gorgeous cities in the world and it’s even better at night. The city loves to eat out and there are plenty of options to choose from, but the one that always stands out is the spectacular dinner cruise in Sydney. A stellar dining experience on the remarkable waterways of the harbour, with the iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge as backdrop. Yep, it's an offer you cannot refuse! But it doesn’t end there. Choose a luxury glass boat and enjoy 360° uninterrupted views of the harbour and its attractions while relishing a mouth-watering signature menu! You can also purchase drinks and other beverages from the fully licensed bar to make the night even more special. On this premium Sydney harbour cruise dinner, you also get to enjoy exclusive photo ops of the harbour icons, especially during Vivid, so get your cameras ready at all times!
GABS
Great news for beer fans, cider lovers and seltzer addicts, the Great Australian Beer Spectacular is back in the city for two days of boozy treats! The taps are ready to flow again this year and this beer bonanza is bringing together over 70 expert brewers and cider makers, meaning there will be more than enough samples for you to taste! In fact, this year there might be over a 100 new and unique drinks to try that have been crafted just for the festival. But, there’s more to it! This beer and cider festival celebrating the creativity and diversity of craft beers is complete with beer hall games, panel discussions, silent disco, food trucks and more! Get your tickets today!
Vivid Sydney
Cue Sydney’s favourite light spectacular event whis is set to return this month, after two years of absence due to the pandemic. This is the brightest and one of the most instagrammable events in Sydney’s calendar and will transform the city and its iconic landmarks into a kaleidoscopic playground. This massive-scale festival which will run across 23 days, will connect light artists, musicians and creative minds of the world to serve up some of the most unique and eye-catching installations you will ever see in the world. This means that the longest Light Walk in history, uplifting music concerts and epic discussion are all ready to make one heck of an appearance. Millions flock to the city to witness these incredible projections, but trust us, it is totally worth battling the crowd.
Hunter Valley Food & Wine Festival
The Hunter Valley Wine and Food festival is back again for its 10th year and is promising to be bigger, better and boozier than ever, spanning across two months! This is your ultimate ticket to curing those weekend blues with a well-deserved getaway to Hunter Valley with a wine and dine experience, courtesy of leading winemakers and top chefs. Get more into it by indulging in interactive classes and tuning your culinary skills or, for a more laid back experience, simply curl up behind some fire with a glass of premium wine and cheese plate! It’s a fun day out for the whole family and a great way to enjoy the taste sensations of the region with the finest of food and wine.
