What's On
From cocktails to culture-fests

What's On

There’s always something exciting going on at Darling Harbour. Whip out your diary and get ready to pencil in some of Sydney’s most exciting events, from art exhibitions and concerts to boat shows and film festivals.
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Dec
31
Dec
Fireworks
Fire up the fun with a spectacular fireworks display in Cockle Bay.
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22
May
13
Jun
Vivid Sydney
Vivid Sydney will illuminate Darling Harbour with art, light, creativity and exploration.
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22
May
13
Jun
Sun - Wed
Vivid Music: Tumbalong Nights
Experience Vivid Sydney's dazzling light displays, free live music under the stars, and buzzing DJ sets at Tumbalong Park
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23
May
13
Jun
Saturdays at 5pm
Vivid Music: Tumbalong Kids
Explore Darling Harbour's Light Walk, enjoy free children's shows and live music at Tumbalong Park.
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27
Jun
19
Jul
Darling Harbour Ice Rink
Get your skate on at Darling Harbour’s Ice Skating Rink!
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04
Jul
19
Jul
Winter School Holidays
Beat the winter blues and heat up your holidays with the coolest Winter School Holidays ever at Darling Harbour!
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28
Apr
13
Jun
Book your VIVID stay at ibis
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Book your VIVID stay at ibis Sydney Darling Harbour, explore all the festival has to offer, and enjoy breakfast, a downloadable Vivid map and kids activity bag, plus free unlimited WiFi.
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28
Apr
13
Jun
Stay at Novotel for Vivid Sydney
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Explore Vivid Sydney and unwind at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour with breakfast per person per day, a downloadable Vivid and kids activity bag, free unlimited WiFi, and a 12 noon checkout. Children stay free in existing bedding.
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22
May
13
Jun
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Wonderverse
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Explore a universe of light in this immersive, awe-inspiring and interactive adventure for young children and their families, travelling across worlds of colour and imagination.
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22
May
13
Jun
Vivid Sydney Percy Supper Club
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Experience late-night bites and Spanish flair during Vivid Sydney with PERCY Supper Club.
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22
May
13
Jun
Everyday during Vivid
Vivid Nights Begin at Vogue
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Experience Vivid Sydney at Vogue Cafe in Darling Harbour with luxe waterfront dining, signature tapas, oysters, wagyu, caviar chips and Vivid cocktails designed for sharing after dark.
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22
May
13
Jun
 Daily, 6pm - 11pm  
Vivid Sydney at the Maritime Museum
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Join the Maritime Museum for their largest Vivid Sydney program to date, celebrating Indigenous artforms and storytelling.
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22
May
13
Jun
Vivid Cocktails at The Ternary
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Experience Vivid Sydney 2026 at The Ternary Bar with three new colourful cocktails, inspired by the festival’s lights and energy. Located at Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour.
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22
May
13
Jun
Vivid Sydney Cocktails by TWO 88
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Discover three limited-time cocktails, created exclusively for Vivid Sydney with a glow in every sip.
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22
May
13
Jun
Vivid Dining at Fratelli Fresh
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Dine waterfront at Fratelli Fresh Darling Harbour with front‑row views of Vivid Sydney.
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22
May
13
Jun
El Corte Vivid Sydney Specials
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Celebrate Vivid Sydney 2026 at El Corte with Vivid specials running throughout the festival for both dine-in and takeaway.
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22
May
13
Jun
Step into the glow: Private Waterfront Dining Domes for Vivid Sydney
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Experience Vivid Sydney like never before in Planar's private dining dome. Indulge in a 4-course banquet and exclusive cocktails with front-row seats to the Darling Harbour light show. Guests receive Vivid cocktails upon arrival.
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23
May
13
Jun
Vivid Sydney: Laser Lightfall
Choreographed light transforms the sky anew with Vivid Sydney’s first outdoor laser show, free each night over Cockle Bay.
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