No images? Click here HELLO, VIVID SYDNEY!Bold, bright and always inspiring, Sydney doesn’t hibernate, it innovates – as you’ll see at 6pm today when its Lights On for Vivid Sydney 2024, and the city reveals its true, spectacular colours with a series of landmark events and installations until June 15. Flick the switch on your inspiration as a kaleidoscope of colourful Light, Music, Ideas and Food performances, get-togethers and artworks illuminate the theme, ‘Humanity’, to ignite a deeper sense of community and connection. With so many options to see, taste and move you over 23 nights, now’s the time to compile your own hitlist of must-dos, starting with an impressive collection of special events. Explore the power of sport as the Matildas’ Mackenzie Arnold and Tony Gustavsson lead the Champions of Change; discover Lightscape’s glowing wonderland at the Royal Botanic Garden, and take your seat at an exclusive table at Vivid Chef Series. A citywide feast for the senses continues wherever you venture – as you’ll see in the Vivid Sydney Guides. In Darling Harbour, marvel at the jaw-dropping installations along the Vivid Sydney Light Walk, dig in at the Vivid Fire Kitchen and dance with the family at Tumbalong Nights. Bold surprises await around every corner of Barangaroo, too. Plus, don't miss out on visionary music at Machine Hall, thought-provoking debates, and more. Just around the corner in Circular Quay, iconic landmarks are transformed by thought-provoking artworks; Vivid LIVE at Sydney Opera House brings the beat to Sydney Opera House, and you’ll savour delicious fare everywhere from the VividPlace Food Trail to inside the Harbour Bridge’s South-East Pylon for Luke's Vivid Table at the Pylon Lookout. Happy Vivid Sydney, everyone! Vivid Sydney 2024 VIVID SYDNEY GUIDE: CIRCULAR QUAY AND THE ROCKSWelcome to the glowing heart of Vivid Sydney. Here, Circular Quay’s harbourside side stretch sets the stage for iconic landmarks illuminated by Vivid Light projections and installations, alongside a vibrant and packed program of Music, Ideas and Food experiences. This iconic location features the Sydney Opera House, the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, creating a stunning panorama. Stroll the Light Walk along the waterfront, witness the harbour transform into a dynamic canvas for the world's most spectacular light display and see historic Customs House and the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia’s facades come alive. Vivid Sydney 2024 VIVID SYDNEY GUIDE: BARANGAROO AND SYDNEY CBDWelcome to Vivid Sydney in the iconic precincts of Barangaroo and the Sydney CBD! This year, immerse yourself in a spectacular fusion of art, light, and technology that transforms these bustling areas into a playground of Light, Music, Ideas and Food. Set against the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour, Barangaroo is an area steeped in history yet pulsating with contemporary energy. It is a hub for top-notch dining, vibrant nightlife, and cutting-edge architecture. During Vivid Sydney, Barangaroo transforms into a canvas of brilliant lights, where visitors can immerse themselves in interactive light installations and large-scale artworks that reflect both Australia’s ancient cultural heritage and its contemporary innovations. At the core of Sydney, the CBD is not only a bustling business district but also a cultural and social heartbeat of the city. From historic landmarks to modern skyscrapers, the area embodies Sydney's spirit. During Vivid Sydney, streets and laneways become pathways to discovery, with inspiring Light, Music, Food and Ideas events around each corner. Vivid Sydney 2024 VIVID SYDNEY GUIDE: DARLING HARBOUR AND THE GOODS LINESitting west of Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour (including nearby Darling Quarter and Darling Square) is a one-of-a-kind destination packed with restaurants, bars, museums, boat cruises and more. It’s a great place to learn about Sydney’s rich maritime history, and home to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, and more. During Vivid Sydney, the area is brought to life with a kaleidoscope of coloured lights. It's always a popular destination for families and home to Tumbalong Nights, the festival’s free outdoor program of contemporary music. The Goods Line is a vibrant urban walkway in the heart of Sydney, a reinvention of an old railway line into a bustling passageway that connects a series of cultural, educational, and media institutions. This unique location combines heritage with innovation and is the perfect platform for Vivid Sydney events that blend art, technology and community interaction. These bustling areas will showcase a vibrant selection of installations and performances across the 23 nights of the festival. From glittering Light Walk highlights to thought-provoking experiences, free contemporary live music and a bustling night food market, this slice of Sydney will come alive with all the Vivid Sydney action. Vivid Sydney 2024, Tekno Train EVENT SPOTLIGHTVivid Sydney | 24 May – 15 June Dark Spectrum: A New Journey | 24 May – 15 June Vivid Ideas: Champions of Change: Mackenzie Arnold and Tony Gustavsson | 10 June Tekno Train by Paul Mac | 24 May – 15 June Sydney Film Festival | 5 – 16 June Alphonse Mucha: Spirit of Art Nouveau | 15 June – 22 September National Indigenous Art Fair | 29 – 30 June Sydney SuperNight | 19 – 21 July 2024 Australian National Bridge Championships | 6-18 July |