One of the highly-anticipated events of Sydney in recent years, is set to make its big return in 2022. Vivid Sydney, the biggest festival of lights, music and ideas, will shine brighter than ever in its 12 edition, turning the whole city into an outdoor gallery with luminous projections, exhilarating music and creative talks. The streets will come alive with the collective efforts of some of the world's brightest minds and, trust me, you don’t wanna miss any of it. Let's take a look at some of the much-awaited events and attractions of the upcoming Vivid Sydney 2022.
Being one of the world’s biggest festivals of lights, music and ideas, Vivid Sydney has been a staple for the city’s winter economy, inviting more than a million visitors every year. Sydney Harbour, like every year, catches all the eye, setting the stage for one of the main drawcards of the event, the Lighting of the Sails of the Opera House. The ideal way for you and your family to marvel at the splendid canvas of the city is to book a Sydney Vivid Cruise. These harbour cruises offer you a unique perspective to view the lights and installations around the harbour including The Rocks, Circular Quay, Barangaroo, Luna Park and more! There are many vessels for you to choose from but the one that always stands a cut above the rest is the authentic paddlewheeler which adds a live cabaret show into the mix. With lip-smacking food, illuminating views, a fully licensed bar and a live cabaret show, this is your ultimate vantage point to witness the harbour vistas.
Vivid Music (What to Expect)
The 23-day extravaganza is all about showcasing the creative roots of the city and its people. By merging technology, creativity and innovation, the festival transforms the whole city into a wonderland of lights, uplifting music and deep-dive discussions. The festival also marks the return of the music, arts and culture in the city. The music program includes a star-studded lineup of talented Sydney artists and major international acts. The Soul of the City will be highlighted in this groundbreaking music program which will be hosted in over 25 venues across the city including iconic landmarks, cultural institutions as well as unconventional venues.
Vivid Sydney Games District (Ideas)
Video games are a bigger business than movies, music and books and some of them are made right here in Sydney. Get your hands on a ticket to this event where all the gamers from far and near assemble to meet their favourite creators, talk about upcoming launches and of course, play some games! The purpose behind this whole setup is to make a pathway for the passionate gamers of the world and guide them into rewarding careers. Learn how games can be created, how they can change the world for good, and maybe even pitch game ideas to a panel of experts. The Unity workshops in the latter part of the program even let you make one using their advanced and latest tools.
Vivid Sydney Dinner
Featuring some of the finest chefs in the city, in what will be a festival first, is the Vivid Sydney Dinner. This inaugural event is a fusion of music, ideas, lights and exotic cuisines which celebrates the very theme of the festival ‘The Soul of Our City.’ A massive lineup of some of the musicians, thinkers and entertainers transforms the Ivy Ballroom into something you've never seen before, while the esteemed chefs presents a creative menu that highlights the best of Sydney’s culinary scene through the freshest, seasonal produce, served in company with exceptional wines, in the backdrop of fancy vivid light installations.
