Vivid Sydney is officially back in full, glittering swing and the fun is just getting started. Luminous underground dance parties, techno raves and spectacular drone shows are planned until June 15. Also on the menu are delightful foodie experiences and pop-ups that feature fire pits, hearty street food, barbecues and much more, all under dazzling Vivid lights. Check out our top 3 spots and night markets that are best visited on the 8km Light Walk.
1. Vivid Fire Kitchen
Vivid’s premier foodie event promises a feast for the senses with fire-cooked dishes from around the world. Expect tandoor, teppanyaki, First Nations food, tender brisket, charred veggies and much more, there’s also a Milk Bar courtesy of Messina for all your dessert needs. Vivid Fire Kitchen will take place each evening from 6pm to 11pm at The Goods Line and visitors can also expect live cooking demonstrations, fire sculptures and flame throwers. Find the full line-up and more information here.
2. The Rocks Market Vivid Edition
The Rocks’ weekend market is usually held from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday but for Vivid, the popular markets are staying open late from 4pm to 10pm on Friday and 10am to 10pm on Saturday and Sunday. Aside from the eclectic market stalls, visitors can look forward to live music and lots of delicious street food from vendors like Pharaoh BBQ, That’s Amore Street Pizza and Vietbahnmese. The markets are also organising a night picnic where guests can unplug directly under the Harbour Bridge on bean bags, picnic rugs and heaters and soak up all the lights from one of the best vantage points in the city. Get more information here.
3. Vivid Food Trail
The hidden laneways of Sydney Place and Bulletin Place are teeming with activity thanks to the VividPlace Food Trail. The sparkling trail offers cheap eats, curated platters and Vivid-inspired treats each night of the festival from 6pm to 11pm. Dig into mi goreng toasties, chicken and lamb shawarma, rare Japanese whiskies and Vivid-themed gelato while enjoying the dazzling views in the heart of the city.