Sydney Events

As the mercury drops, join us at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney in the warm atmosphere of The Bar and delight in the winter edition of our Signature Afternoon Tea. Inspired by the cooler climate with rich flavours of fruits, nuts and the zest of citrus, this seasonal offering has been created to share. Just like the changing season outside, our delectable sweet and savoury selections evoke the warm colours of fallen leaves and the pristine white of fresh snow. Enjoy a quince and walnut tart, rhubarb drop, yuzu snowball, lemon meringue macaron and a revitalizing citrus shot. Accompany your afternoon with our savoury sensations including smoked salmon mille-feuille, truffled egg and cucumber sandwich, aged prosciutto, fig jam bagel, lemon chicken bun and pumpkin tartlets served with garden vegetables. Warm up with a selection of TWG Teas or a barista-made coffee all for A$78 per person, or enhance your experience with a flute of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut NV champagne for A$98 per pers

TEG DAINTY is thrilled to announce that soldier turned SAS Australia star and best-selling author Ant Middleton will return to Australian stages this September with his brand-new 'FEAR BUBBLE: Your Time, Your Life' tour. In this all new 90-minute live show, the master of extreme adventure teaches positive mindset and harnessing fear. You'll learn how to harness fear and use it to your advantage, the importance of emotional intelligence and how to cultivate it, Ant's secret for living a purposeful life, and more. 'I am excited to be returning to tour Australia and New Zealand to talk about The Fear Bubble! I want to share with you how to exponentially grow a stronger mindset, develop your emotional intelligence, and build your mental resilience. The Fear Bubble is a strategy that I have used throughout my life... and one that you can use too.' Drawing on his book titled The Fear Bubble: Harness Fear and Live without Limits , Ant will expan

Deaf Festival Sydney is back in 2023! Everyone is welcome to come along and celebrate the Deaf community's rich culture, language, history and achievements. There will be performances from Deaf artists, workshops including an introduction to Auslan, kids activities as well as stalls showcasing Deaf businesses, services and initiatives. This is a bilingual event with interpreters available, so we'd love to see you there. Plan your trip Festival-goers are encouraged to consider all available travel options to Sydney Olympic Park ahead of time. Plan your trip using public transport at transportnsw.info and always allow some extra travel time during major events. If you're planning to drive to the Park, we suggest to pre-book your parking online . You can book in advance up until midnight the day before an event, same day parking bookings are not available. Get a group of friends or family together and car-pool where possible. Arrive early and allow for extra trave

The Australasian Gaming Expo is the premier event for gaming professionals across Australia and New Zealand. With cutting-edge technology, industry insights and a wide range of exhibitors, you will find something to suit your gaming, hospitality, and venue needs. The Australasian Gaming Expo covers 19,000 square metres of exhibition hall space. In addition to the expo, the event organiser, the Gaming Technologies Association (GTA), also hosts the Australasian Gaming Expo Seminars, an information-packed series of seminars held across the three days of the event, keeping you informed of the latest changes to gaming regulation and the latest technology and innovation to support your business. https://upnext.com.au/event/australasian-gaming-expo-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

Good works of art are timeless, and the artists in this exhibition prove that they are still contemporary. Paintings from the estate of David Aspden highlight his use of distinct blocks of colour or blackness to represent the colours of Sydney Harbour bouncing off the water, or of the shapes of leaves silhouetted against the sun. Tony Coleing's Broken Pipe sculptures were conceived in 1970, but not made until 2023. Richard Larter's distinct colourful paintings from the 1980s gyrate before us, their colours both harmonious and jarring. https://upnext.com.au/event/full-circle-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

Niall Horan brings his melodic prowess to audiences down under for the first time since 2018. Since the success of his debut album 'Flicker' in 2017, Niall has been on an unstoppable streak. He's given us multiple hit singles, including 'Slow Hands', 'Nice To Meet Ya', and 'This Town'. His latest album, 'The Show,' has already produced some of his biggest hits to date, including 'Heaven' and 'Meltdown.' As part of the chart-dominating One Direction, Niall has sold over 80 million records and toured the globe numerous times. Now with 'The Show', Niall embarks on a new era in his career, as he strives to provide solace and connection to his tirelessly devoted fans. With his unique blend of pop, rock, and folk, Niall is set to deliver an unforgettable show that will create lasting memories. Get ready for an evening filled with surprises and laughter as Niall Horan takes the stage! Plan your trip Niall Horan fans

Join us at the annual Smart Energy Exhibition & Conference, the premier event for professionals in the renewable energy industry. This two-day Free to attend event will showcase the latest products, innovations and technologies, as well as provide valuable networking opportunities with industry leaders. With informative panel discussions and interactive workshops, attendees will have the chance to deepen their knowledge and advance their careers in the field of renewables. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of the energy revolution. Check out all the highlights from Smart Energy 2023 https://upnext.com.au/event/smart-energy-2024 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

This 4 week workshop series eases into the complex and multifaceted world of shadow work. If you are new to shadow work and are feeling curious to understand yourself better then this might be for you. Shadow work is a process, not a destination. It's one that requires patience and compassion. Week 1: Yin/Yang Week 2: Uncovering Limited Beliefs Week 3: Creative Storytelling Week 4: Shining a light on the shadow Each workshop will involve a meditation, writing, art-making and group sharing. You can choose to join each class individually or join the entire series. Book What you will need Blank paper and a pen, as well as some art supplies like watercolour paints, pastels or crayons. Learn more About Kimberly Hetherington is a transpersonal art therapist, meditation facilitator and writer based in Sydney, Australia. She is a mental health advocate and passionate about supporting people in finding belonging. Through her own journey of grief and loss, Kimberly has discovered a unique

To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Armistice of the Korean War, a new exhibition at the Anzac Memorial honours the service and the sacrifice of Australian Korean War veterans, featuring the photographs and stories of 11 veterans. Australia was the second country to decide to send troops to Korea, after the United States. A total of 17,164 Australian soldiers fought in the war. 1,216 were injured and 340 were killed. This exhibition honours the service and sacrifice of Australian Korean War veterans and passes their legacy down to future generations. We remember not only the 11 veterans featured in the exhibition but also all 17,164 Korean War veterans who willingly risked their lives for the freedom of the Republic of Korea. The exhibition is a project of the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Sydney, in collaboration with the Anzac Memorial, Sydney, and features the photography of Tae Yun. The exhibition is located in the Memorial's Auditorium on Lower Ground le

Butter, the iconic fried chicken joint in Surry Hills, and award-winning distillery Archie Rose presents NEON RAMEN, a pop up for a limited- time only, in the Sydney Opera House's Yallamundi Rooms. The menu will hero Butter's famous fried chicken served on top of steaming hot ramen, with a special Vivid Sydney-themed glaze. Vegetarians can enjoy shroom burgers, while chicken tenders are coated in an Archie Rose glaze and paired with crispy golden fries. And for dessert? Hot cinnamon donuts, the perfect way to cap off your VIVID experience. All washed down with cocktails curated by Archie Rose, Mumm champagne and a nightly line up of DJs on the decks, whilst you enjoy stellar views of the harbour bridge and all the Vivid action. With takeaway and dine in options and an Archie Rose Bar, we have your Vivid experience covered! https://upnext.com.au/event/butter-x-archie-rose-at-the-opera-house-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https

A brand-new tour with brand-new hits! Matchbox Twenty tour is in support of their new album 'Where The Light Goes', due 26 May which marks the band's first new music in 11 years! The multi-Platinum, hit-making, superstars last toured our shores in 2012 - as part of their 'North' tour - and this time Matchbox Twenty have recruited Goo Goo Dolls to perform as special guests. Christo Van Egmond, Managing Director of TEG VAN EGMOND, said: 'It's so incredibly exciting to announce that Matchbox Twenty are heading over to entertain Australian audiences in February. Australia is the band's second highest selling market! So many fond memories are bound to resurface while hearing these two brilliant bands perform their classic songs live. Few acts have dominated the contemporary music landscape in this country, from the mid-'90s right through the 2000s, quite like Matchbox Twenty, and the same could be said for Goo Goo Dolls. A magical night is guaranteed.

Clay and wood can be expressed in many outcomes. Beauty can be found in the art of discovery. This exhibition enables viewers to discover the transformation, contrast and beauty of different raw clay bodies dug from Geoff Hawkins' property, along with porcelain clay, that have been hand formed into a range of artworks⁠ - functional and non-functional, unglazed and glazed, fired at different temperatures and in different conditions. It also includes wood sculpture pieces, showing similar refinements to the rough, weathered, natural timber from which the pieces originated. The pieces are an embodiment of forces or processes of creation, transformation and evolution. The inspiration for Hawkins' artwork (clay and wood) is generally founded in nature. He tries to find the essence of the medium he is using and work with it and try to let it drive the results. The initial idea evolves. Form, texture, beauty and simplicity are drivers. Image: Geoff Hawkins, Pod 3 , 2023, pit fired pa

Located at The Cutaway in Barangaroo , Vivid Fire Kitchen brings together 11 of Sydney's hottest dining concepts, 15 local and internationally-acclaimed pitmasters, a collection of the finest NSW producers, curated drinks and fire-inspired cocktails for three weeks of flame-fuelled festivities. Barangaroo's own NOLA Smokehouse & Bar will be showcasing our New Orleans inspired menu highlighting the mouth-watering aroma of Southern American barbeque, resembling the restaurant's impressive 2.5-meter long grill fire pit and hickory-packed competition Yoder smoker. Select from our Vivid-only exclusive pulled pork sub $15, smoked brisket roll $15, and smoked cauliflower salad $12. See our full menu here . Primal cooking meets modern luxury as the world's best pitmasters join Sydney's favourite chefs for a mouth-watering feast. Grab a spot by the fire to catch demos from Lennox Hastie of three-hatted Firedoor, MasterChef Australia 2021 runner up Pete Campbell, Da

Porpoise Pool is a tangled exploration of motherhood, childhood, and the way technology raises us. Bite Productions is proud to present its latest production by playwright JoJo Zhou. Porpoise Pool dives into the depths of Lou's past, journeying from shallow waters to the unknown deep. 'There are two kinds of mothers, Lou. Those who destroy and those who are destroyed. What kind are you?' Creative team Director: Eve Beck Playwright: JoJo Zhou Cast: Meg Clarke, Jane Mahady, Luke Leong-Tay, Loretta Kung and Carlos Sanson Jr Producers: Sonia Dodd and Claire Ferguson Sound designer: Clare Hennessy Set designer: Soham Apte Lighting designer: Tyler Fitzpatrick Costume designer: Lily Mateljan Stage manager: Pip Haupt What is 25A? 25A is a Belvoir initiative to support the artists of the future. It has been made by independent and emerging artists. They have produced and marketed it themselves. Photo credit: Roger Stonehouse https://upnext.com.au/event/porpoise-pool-by-jojo-zhou-b

Join us for a panel discussion featuring three artists from (Re)telling: Stories of Country and Truth. Moderated by curator Dr Virginia Keft, this immersive discussion includes artists Dennis Golding and Maddison Gibbs. The talk pulls together threads of identity, culture and connection to Country to unpack, expose, and question the role that contemporary Indigenous art might play as a platform for truth telling and healing. The talk will take place in the Creator Space at Chatswood Library. Image: Maddison Gibbs, Removed , 2021, digital print on Lucia fine art paper. Courtesy of the Artist This event is part of the exhibition (Re)telling: Stories of Country and Truth , curated by Dr Virginia Keft and presented by Willoughby City Council as part of the Gai-mariagal Festival. Saturday, 01 July 2023 | 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM Creator Space,

The vessel has a large entertaining area, plenty of space, indoor and outdoor room and provides great, unobstructed access to the light display. Enjoy up close and personal all the iconic landmarks of Sydney - The Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and Luna Park, all with roaming canapes and complimentary beverages. Once you have finished, head back to land and enjoy a beautiful meal at Jounieh. Whats Included 90 minute cruise aboard Heaven with an experienced skipper and deck hand/host Pick up and drop off at Towns Place Wharf. Roaming canapes + 1 complimentary beverage per person onboard the cruise An indulgent Middle Eastern banquet dinner enjoyed Harbourside at Jounieh, Walsh Bay https://upnext.com.au/event/vivid-cruise-and-dine-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

Have you ever watched a Bollywood movie and been captivated by its music, dance, drama and opulence? Have you ever wondered how much fun it would be to learn some of these Bollywood moves yourself? If so, here's your chance. The model of this course is geared towards learning choreographed Bollywood dances and the different subtleties of Bollywood dance moves. There will be elements of Indian classical dances like Bharatnatyam and Kathak incorporated within. So you will work up a sweat, get fit and at the same time learn how to dance a choreographed Bollywood number like a pro. Great thing to enjoy with a bunch of friends because at the end of the course, we will host a mini show where you can invite your friends/family for a visual treat. Find out more and book the course today. https://upnext.com.au/event/darling-bollywood-fun-bollywood-dance-course-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our You

Sydney Bridge Centre's mission is to enrich players' life through bridge, whether you are looking for the joy of socialising, self-improvement and/or continuous learning. Our teacher Emma Barnes is one of the best teachers in the country. She is experienced, patient and humorous. Her way of explaining complex concepts with simple daily life examples helps our students to have an easy start and progress well in their bridge journey. These courses will run for 6 weeks in Canada Bay Club, once a week on Thursday morning. You will play in each lesson as you learn. You will be able to play in our supervised session (either in City or in Canada Bay) once you've completed the course. You don't need to know anything about cards to learn bridge, our Beginners Course is designed for absolute new players. Please consider our Friday workshop if you've already learnt before or you have grown beyond beginners level! It will be great if you are taking the course with a friend. Ho

The first exhibition from CBD GALLERY. Prints4Ukraine exhibits 79 printmaking works donated by over sixty artists from Australia and Ukraine. A great charitable exhibition full of love and art. Artists including Peter Kingston, Garry Shead, George Gittoes, Reg Mombassa, Rew Hanks etc. All income will directly go to Ukraine Children Foundation. https://upnext.com.au/event/prints4ukraine-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

A departure from her typical subject matter, It Was a Difficult Conversation turns to the environment, where Messiter considers the tree - beings who have memory and sensation - as protagonist. Unlike conventional landscape where the environment is a scene for the human, Messiter's training in portraiture remains present with each tableau focusing on the mood of the tree. With a distinct gothic framework, the tree as protagonist is a clear continuation of the artist's previous investigations of the subconscious and shadow. Messiter writes, 'I left the foreground to move into the background'. Interested in the notions of haunting, she considers the subjectivity of nature, the shadows of the trees and asks us: what are the difficult conversations? Join us for the opening celebration on Saturday 3 June 3-5pm https://upnext.com.au/event/toni-messiter-it-was-a-difficult-conversation-exhibition-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo chann

Vivid Sydney returns this month, and what better place to admire the show than from the heated Ploós' terrace restaurant the rocks. To celebrate this iconic Sydney festival, Chef Peter Conistis has devised a delicious $70 mezze menu with the option of a cheeky $5 Ouzo addition, should the chilly night call for it. Getting in the Vivid spirit, our talented bartenders have invented 2 luminous cocktails that mimic the bright lights and will send your taste buds into a spin. Ploós royale Ketel One Vodka, St Germain elderflower liqueur and blue curacao Mediterranean blush Pink gin, Chambord, house spice syrup and fresh lime Please note, the $70 mezze special is only available from 5:30pm to 6:30pm, so be sure to get in quick to sample this delicious menu. https://upnext.com.au/event/vivid-lights-and-south-aegean-delights-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

Karen Barbouttis' exhibition Fading Existence II is centred around maritime maps from the early 1800's used by the Dunbar captains. Michael Rhodes, a relative of the Dunbar family offered these maps to Karen for the purpose of giving them an extended life as artwork. These maps are original, the paper fragile, complete with captains' plots and markings. She chose to honour the flora and fauna native to the regions. Karen's drawings are images that work to the beauty of the markings of the maps. 'I am irresistibly drawn to the simplicity, immediacy, and the honesty, of the pencil line on paper,' she says. In 2011, Karen entered her first art competition, The Adelaide Perry Prize for Drawing, and was announced the Winner for 2011. Since then, she participated in both solo and group exhibitions in various galleries, in both Australia and Greece, as well as group exhibitions as finalist in various art competitions. https://upnext.com.au/event/karen-barbouttis-fadi

Masters of mixology. Magicians of the night. Our Gowings bartenders are notorious for taking a classic and turning it on its head. In celebration of Vivid Sydney, we invite you to sip and savour four exclusive cocktails, each served with a unique ritual of their own. Expect the unexpected with a full-body, sensory experience as you step into Gowings for your evening libation. Enter the Mai Mai . Designed to evoke your inner scientist, flavours of lemongrass infused vodka, ginger, butterfly pea and citrus come together for a colour-changing sensation. Blue Eyes takes the chill of the night to luxe levels. Bulldog Gin, vanilla kumquat syrup, blue curacao, caper brine, citrus, and smoky orange bitters is muddled then served and sipped from a glass made of ice. My Pink Lady will bring a twinkle to your eye as SKYY Vodka, fresh lemon, orgeat, pineapple, cranberry and sage, is shaken over ice and topped with a flutter of blue spirulina, for a cocktail reminiscent of the colourful Vivid Sy

Local artist group Renclub presents an exhibition of Japanese calligraphy. Renclub Members' Exhibition 2023 offers many styles of writing from traditional to modern. Japanese calligraphy, or 'Sho' in Japanese, attempts to bring words to life and endow them with character. The exhibition features ink calligraphy on paper and silk scrolls. Image : Installation view of 'Renclub Members' Exhibition 2021' at Art Space on The Concourse https://upnext.com.au/event/renclub-members-exhibition-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

Exciting news for our Botanic House foodies: the stunning restaurant nestled within the Royal Botanic Garden will now be open in the evenings for dinner reservations. Surrounded by the Vivid Lightscape, Botanic House is the place to be for a sneak peek at the bright lights spread throughout the gardens. Indulge in our Luke Nguyen tasting menu in this picturesque setting. Whether you're looking for a romantic night out, a special gathering with friends and family, or a stop along your Vivid Lightscape journey, Botanic House's evening service is sure to provide a delicious dining experience that you won't soon forget. https://upnext.com.au/event/botanic-house-x-lightscape-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

'Josh Giddey is going to be the greatest Australian player to play in the NBA.' - Andrew Bogut, May 2023 Local homegrown icon and global NBA star, Josh Giddey has had an amazing career these past few years. Playing two seasons for NBA team OKC and becoming the youngest player in history to score a triple double among other great feats, it's evident this young player is destined to be an NBA icon and an Australian hero. Catch him at his first major speaking events giving you insights into his career, the NBA, and his future ambitions this July at ICC Sydney's Darling Harbour Theatre. https://upnext.com.au/event/josh-giddey-live-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

Curated by Emma Sputnik: X Years is an exhibition of works by Emma Sputnik. First completing qualifications in textiles and costume, Emma studied Painting and Sculpture at Nepean Arts and Design Centre. These works are representative of ten years painting and drawing, with influences from the classic schools of arts, surrealism, futurism, op-art, impressionism, low brow illustration, and realism. With an eclectic working class life and interests in people, music, places, and things, the exhibition is a back catalogue of life that traverses fourteen suburbs, four decades and a career that has constantly morphed to support artistic growth and development as a self supported individual with an unapologetic commitment to create a life rich with philosophy, practice and performative expression of the human spirit. Please visit The Shop Gallery at 112 Glebe Point Rd Glebe for the opening celebration on Saturday 3rd June 2023 from 4pm. Drinks, snacks, good company and conversations available,

Attention oyster lovers. Don't let your shells go to waste! The Sydney Opera House is shell-ebrating its 50th birthday with an exciting artwork by Quandamooka Artist Megan Cope. Call out for participants. We are calling on the public to participate in an iconic new artwork with thousands and thousands of oyster shells! Join Quandamooka Artist Megan Cope in creating a new work by signing up to the weekly Workshop OR pretty please donate your cleaned oyster shells to us! To register for the workshop Come meet other curious and creative minds and be ready to have fun and hear/share many magical stories about oysters. We hope it to become a meditative space to take away many new connections and insight into our local history through an indigenous lens, while contributing to the public artwork of preparing and treating oyster shells to shine at the Opera House! Otherwise, you can also contribute by dropping your clean oyster shells from home or functions into the marked silver crates at

Capture the magic of Vivid Sydney in stunning detail and bring your photography skills to the next level with this exclusive two-hour Photographer Tour + Masterclass, brought to you by BridgeClimb in partnership with Fuji X and professional landscape photographer Glenn McKimmin. Offering the perfect blend of spectacular views and expert guidance, this one-of-a-kind photography experience is perfectly curated for enthusiasts looking to elevate their skill whilst capturing images from a breath-taking vantage point, high above the city's vibrant lights. Stand 89 meters above sea level, atop the South-East Pylon of the iconic Harbour Bridge (not usually accessible to the public) and absorb the beauty of the vibrant lights of Vivid Sydney. You'll have a front-row view of the iconic landmarks of Sydney Harbour, including a unique angle of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Learn from a seasoned pro and walk away with stunning photos and new photography techniques to use for y

The waste, recycling and resource recovery industry is continuing to transform and has quickly become the nucleus for driving Australia towards a cleaner, more sustainable future. AWRE is THE premier national platform for waste professionals to join forces and work towards this common goal. Discover an exciting showcase of full circle innovative products and sustainable solutions to collect, process and recycle waste more smartly. https://upnext.com.au/event/australasian-waste-and-recycling-expo-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

The China Clothing Textiles & Accessories Expo is a must attend event for all owners, managers and buyers representing manufacturers, suppliers, designers, distributors and retailers of clothing, textiles and accessories. Co-located with the Global Sourcing Expo Australia, this is an unparalleled opportunity for industry and buying professionals to access hundreds of exhibitors from all over the world under one roof. Representing manufacturing, design and supply capabilities to businesses of all sizes, this event presents abundant opportunities to build new partnerships and give your business a post-pandemic boost. https://upnext.com.au/event/china-clothing-textiles-and-accessories-expo-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

This series honors the depths of darkness we each hold, inviting us courageously through embodiment, exploration, witnessing and release. Coming home into the body often brings us face to face with the buried, hidden, the darkness and tension that has laid dormant in the body-mind over time. In the recognising, we mirror the energies of winter. As the days grow longer and darker, we bury ourselves in our homes, in our layers, sitting beneath the heavy blanket of the season - the outside world colder, brisker, harsher. This practice cultivates the boldness to sit with these sensations, to have faith in impermanence. We invite in the knowingness that each tension is matched with resolution; that it is the same air that gusts and howls, as it is the silent fuel for the fire, or the gentlest rustle on a still night. Change is the only constant, and this too shall pass, so join us to go deeper while the darkness is here. The practise is open to small group of 8-10 to help allow everyone the

Wild Lights at Taronga is an all-ages, ticketed and inclusive event that makes for the ultimate family night out or the perfect addition to any Me-Gal visit. With a strong focus on caring for Country and driving change, this year's Wild Lights will debut a variety of new breathtaking lanterns that shine a light on some of the country's most iconic species and the landscapes they call home. Alongside the new installations and lanterns, the ever-so-popular Ample Project Mini Beast collection will be returning. They are joined by interactive and breathtakingly beautiful Jellyfish blooms also contributed by Ample Projects. Guests with a booked reservation at Me-Gal during the evening dates of the Wild Lights activation will receive a 10% discount code in their booking confirmation to utilise when booking Wild Lights tickets. https://upnext.com.au/event/me-gal-x-wild-lights-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsy

Join Muruwari artist Virginia Keft for an interactive weaving and yarning workshop. Weaving Connections is a weaving and yarning circle that supports cultural connection, encourages reciprocity, and builds understanding through collaborative making. Connect with others while you learn about the artist's connection to Culture, learn sculptural weaving techniques, share a story, and discover a new skill. Suitable for adults and children 10+. Materials will be provided. Bookings essential. If for any reason you cannot attend the event after registration, please contact us to cancel your tickets ASAP so that we can fill your place. Image: Virginia Keft, Weaving Connections: Hurstville Museum & Gallery , 2023, still image from activation This event is part of the exhibition (Re)telling: Stories of Country and Truth , curated by Dr Virginia Keft and presented by Willoughby City Council as part of the Gai-mariagal Festival .

Following a smash-hit West End run, Nina Raine's dazzlingly clever play about truth, justice and consent will be brought to Seymour Centre for its Australian premiere by the award-winning Outhouse Theatre Co. from 1st to 24th June. Why is Justice blind? Is she impartial? Or is she blinkered? Barrister friends, Ed and Tim, take opposing briefs in a rape case. At home, their own lives begin to unravel as accusations are made, truths are challenged, and judgements imposed. A 2023 Seymour Season Production, this intricately constructed play pings with questions of consent not just sexual but personal, probing the murky moral terrain of the courtroom and the marriage bed, and putting Justice herself in the dock. Known for her extraordinary 2010 play, Tribes , Raine's Consent is rich with intelligence, wit and power and 'elevates its writer into the major league of British playwrights' (Variety). https://upnext.com.au/event/consent-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.c

The bullseye at the centre of Sydney's Darling Harbour, Tumbalong Park is your Vivid Sydney go-to for free and eclectic contemporary music, in the very heart of the Light Walk. Catch 12 nights of live music, with artists from Africa to Arnhem Land, as well as Sydney's finest acts - free for all, with an open invitation to dance. Plus, DJs keep the vibes high from Sunday to Wednesday nights and beloved Australian children's acts kick things off before the lights turn on, every Saturday from 5pm. May 26 | HATCHIE + Egoism May 27 | YOTHU YINDI + Ziggy Ramo June 1 | A.GIRL + Agung Mango June 3 | SUNSHINE AND DISCO FAITH CHOIR + Pink Matter Jun 8 | KUTCHA EDWARDS + Julian Belbachir Jun 10 | DAN SULTAN + Carla Wehbe Jun 11 | ESA'S AFRO SYNTH BAND WITH KAMAZU & MIM SULIEMAN + Sounds of Afrobeats Jun 15 | ANDREW GURRUWIWI BAND + Setwun and the Soulstranauts Jun 16 | EMMA DONOVAN & THE PUTBACKS + Bumpy Jun 17 | CORNELIUS + Nice Biscuit https://upnext.com.au/event/tumbalo

You're invited to the ultimate Glow Party. We're talking glowing face paint, beats from a neon DJ, custom Vivid cocktails and luminating bottles of Champagne from Moet Hennessy. Walk-ins always welcome. So feel free to stop by before or after your Vivid Sydney walk. Follow @GrainBarSyd to stay in the loop! https://upnext.com.au/event/vivid-glow-party-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

Experience a taste of la dolce vita at the Aperol Aperitivo pop-up bar coming to Ventuno for a limited time and running through Vivid Sydney 2023. Join us at our Aperol Aperitivo pop-up bar, located next door to Ventuno, a convenient stop along the Vivid light walk and only moments from some of the most impressive light installations. We've got $16 Aperol Spritzes available throughout the activation, as well as a range of specialty cocktails to partner with our Vivid snack & share menu, featuring king prawn rolls, Italiano hot dogs, gnocchi ragu & more. https://upnext.com.au/event/aperol-aperitivo-pop-up-bar-ventuno-walsh-bay-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

Vivid Sydney 2023 is right around the corner and it's looking seriously stacked with a whole lot of country firsts and world firsts joining the signature lineup of lights, music, ideas, and the brand-new food . This year, level up your Vivid Sydney sightseeing experience with a winsome combination of prime views, fine dining, and a luxury cruise, aboard the Clearview. Sit back and relax as Vivid Sydney brings the harbour foreshore to life with a kaleidoscope of stunning light projections and activations! The Clearview glass boat offers an exquisite dining experience, with a 4-course signature menu tailored to suit the discerning palate. And with floor-to-ceiling glass windows on all levels, you'll be able to catch all the action, without missing on anything! You can choose the Mezzanine Bar Lounge cruise for a more private sightseeing experience of Vivid Sydney - make sure to take advantage of our limited snack bar! Book any of our Vivid Sydney cruises right now and enjoy exc

For the very first time Lightscape is coming to the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney over 44 nights, and as part of Vivid Sydney 2023. This internationally acclaimed multi-sensory experience of light, colour and sound is set to wow our visitors. Begin your journey under our glowing tree canopies filled with colour, stroll beneath larger-than-life flowers and alongside neon roots bursting from the undergrowth, where shards of light fizz through trees like fireworks. Soak in the breath-taking lightworks created by the best local and international artists. Enter an after-dark oasis of botanical brilliance. Lightscape is a timed entry event and sells out across the world - don't miss it, book now. Enjoy Lightscape at your own pace. We recommend 1.5 - 2 hours to enjoy your experience. Lightscape will be throughout the Garden with entry from the Queen Elizabeth II Gate via Sydney Opera House Forecourt only. https://upnext.com.au/event/lightscape-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.

The ultimate way to experience VIVID Sydney 2023! Our packages offer the perfect blend of stunning harbour views, delicious food, and live entertainment. ​​​​​​Offering a blend of stunning harbour views, delicious food, and live entertainment, let us create a night you won't forget. Level 1 Harbourside Package - $65pp: You'll be treated to one main meal from the à la carte menu & your choice of a VIVID cocktail or beer/wine/soft drink. Level 2 Asian Tapas Platter - $79pp: Enjoy a delectable Asian-fusion tapas platter & your choice of a VIVID cocktail or beer/wine/soft drink Level 3 Premium Rooftop Package - $99: Indulge in a premium shared menu & choice of a glass of Veuve Clicquot or VIVID cocktail / beer/wine/soft drink. Walk-ins are welcome but we recommend booking a package to secure your spot. Kids packages available. Head over to our website for full event details and to browse our exclusive event packages. https://upnext.com.au/event/vivid-sydney-2023 Chec

Light up your night with a kaleidoscope of colour during Vivid Sydney 2023. View the full canvas or harbourside lights from unique vantage points as you cruise to multiple precincts with unique vantage points. Official Vivid Sydney one-hour Light Cruises operate nightly at 5:45pm, 7:00pm and 7:30pm. Captain Cook Cruises is a proud supporter of V ivid Sydney festival of light, providing an array of official on-water experiences and displaying two of the festival's most famous light installations over the last 10 years; the 'Vivid Sydney' official logo and the #ilovesydney installation on two of our official on-water vessels. Departing Darling Harbour All cruises depart from Darling Harbour, King St Wharf No.1 , only 6-minute undercover, fully accessible walk from Wynyard Station, and adjacent to Barangaroo Wharves. Including Discover the unique perspective of the full canvas of Vivid Lights from the water and skip the crowds 360-degree waterfront views from spacious indoor a

Executive Chef Francesco and his team have crafted a vibrant Vivid menu, with 3 courses for $90 per person. The menu highlights seasonal ingredients such as Beetroot cured Hiramasa kingfish, Black Murray Cod with Brussels sprouts and a colourful Vivid Pavlova Follow @modekitchenandbar to stay in the loop. https://upnext.com.au/event/vivid-dinner-experience-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

Vivid Sydney is Australia's largest festival celebrating creativity, innovation and technology, and transforms Sydney into a kaleidoscope of colour and events when it returns in 2023 for 23 nights from Friday 26 May to Saturday 17 June. Australia's largest event and the pioneer of light-based art and culture festivals will deliver the biggest and most culturally relevant program in its event history. This year, Vivid Sydney presents some of the world's most innovative artists, talented music makers and thought leaders, which also recognises the significant contribution of First Nations peoples and cultures to the creative industries. Vivid Ideas will bring together the world's brightest minds and creative leader reflecting this year's festival theme,'Vivid Sydney, Naturally'. The Vivid Ideas program will include 60 intriguing talks and workshops, including the Global Storytellers, Vivid Ideas Exchange events, immersive experiences and partner events, allowin

Hollywood Quarter, the tiny micro-precinct bordered by Central, Surry Hills and Darlinghurst comprises only a few streets, but packs a punch when it comes to some of Sydney's best food, culture and entertainment options. We have world class foodie destinations with Pellegrino 2000, Poly, Nomad, Alberto, NEL and Kiln. Add jumping bars, a live music scene and a lovingly-restored Art Deco cinema; plus Sydney's most stylish hotels - Ace and Paramount. You could very easily just stroll the neighbourhood and take in some street art, maybe grab a cocktail, a snack or a meal at one of the many bars and restaurants. Or you could make a plan… Outside art includes: A neon display on top of Hotel Hollywood, designed by Jazz Money, a Sydney-based multidisciplinary Indigenous artist; Arts-Matter and Culture Vault curate four-weekend digital art event at Ace Hotel including Byron Spencer, Rel Pham, Mia Forest, Wendy Yu, Tim Grove, Jessica Ticchio, David Porte Beckefeld, and Sammy Yee; Aeden L

Be there on the water as the city bursts into full bloom for the return of Vivid Sydney! Vivid Sydney, naturally, is all set to work its magic across the city skyscrapers and iconic landmarks, and we're inviting you to watch it together from the comfort of a boat! Our cruises offer you the ultimate opportunity to answer the powerful call of nature by coming together and experiencing the sparkling harbour foreshore from a unique on-water perspective. Be front and centre as the city skyline transforms into a magical canvas of neon colours and 3D displays! Our cruise will take you past some of the festivals' legendary attractions including Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House - giving you ample time to add to your Vivid Sydney album! Choose from popular Vivid Sydney dinner cruises to budget-friendly sightseeing cruises - each curated to suit our discerning guests. So why wait? Book your seats now and get ready to cruise into a world of wonder that'll leave you starry-

This condensed 4-week course guided by artist Richard Byrnes , offers insights into the techniques of this beautiful form of expression. Learn the basics of working with watercolours including the use of watercolour pencils, colour mixing, brushes and paper choices and undertake various exercises to become comfortable with the medium. Embrace a variety of subject matter from still life to landscape and portraiture using a loose style that utilises the transparency and fluidity of the watercolour medium. No previous experience is required . Beginners welcome. https://upnext.com.au/event/introduction-to-watercolours-four-week-course-2023 Check out our website https://upnext.com.au/sydney Check out our Vimeo channel https://vimeo.com/upnextsydney Check out our Youtube channel UpNext Sydney Youtube

Are you a night owl? Experience the magic of the animal kingdom after dark during the WILD NIGHTS torch-lit tours, running during Vivid. The intimate, one-hour WILD NIGHTS zoo tours are led by passionate zookeepers. They will provide groups with the unique opportunity to learn more about Australia's most iconic animals…at night! During these family-friendly tours, Keepers will answer all your questions on Kofi, the Endangered tree-kangaroo. You'll get to witness the night-time antics of the Tassie devils and Sydney's only crocodilian throuple and the opportunity to spot an adorable koala joey! This rare opportunity to explore the zoo after dark runs on: Friday 26 May , Saturday 27 May , Friday 2 June and Saturday 3 June , so be sure to snap up some tickets and join us for a wild night! www.wildlifesydney.com.au/what-s-inside/events/wild-nights-zoo-tour Guests visiting Sydney for VIVID can visit WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo ahead of lights on with a general admission tickets. Gue