Planning a trip to Sydney for Vivid Sydney 2027? Vivid Sydney returns from Friday, 28 May to Saturday, 19 June 2027, bringing 23 days and nights of creativity, colour and entertainment to the city.
Each winter, Sydney is transformed through the festival’s four major pillars of Light, Music, Minds and Food, with light installations, projections, live performances, talks and dining experiences appearing throughout the city.
If you’re looking for accommodation near Vivid Sydney, Metro Hotels offers several conveniently located Sydney CBD hotels and apartments, putting you close to the harbour, city centre and many of Sydney’s best-known attractions.
Vivid Sydney is an annual celebration of creativity, innovation and technology and one of Sydney’s most popular winter events.
The festival combines spectacular light installations and projections with live music, creative events, talks and food experiences across Sydney.
One of the highlights is the Vivid Sydney Light Walk, a free trail of light installations and projections around Sydney’s harbour foreshore.
The complete Vivid Sydney 2027 program is yet to be announced, so more information about individual installations, performances, dining experiences and festival locations will be added as details are confirmed.
While the complete 2027 program is still to come, visitors can expect Vivid Sydney’s four signature experiences:
Vivid Light
See Sydney after dark as buildings, public spaces and waterfront locations are transformed with colourful projections, installations and creative lighting.
The free Vivid Sydney Light Walk is one of the easiest ways to experience the festival and explore Sydney at night.
Vivid Music
Vivid Music brings live performances to venues around Sydney, with a program spanning established artists, emerging performers and a variety of musical styles.
Vivid Minds
Vivid Minds brings together creative thinkers, innovators and storytellers through talks, discussions and immersive experiences.
Vivid Food
Sydney’s food scene becomes part of the festival through special dining experiences, collaborations and events featuring chefs, restaurants and producers.
More details about the 2027 program will be announced closer to the festival.
Staying in the Sydney CBD makes it easy to explore Vivid Sydney and enjoy the city before and after the lights come on.
Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour
For guests who want to stay close to Sydney’s waterfront, Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour offers apartment-style accommodation just moments from Darling Harbour.
The location provides convenient access to Darling Harbour, Barangaroo and the western side of the Sydney CBD, as well as restaurants, bars and attractions to enjoy before or after exploring Vivid Sydney.
Metro Apartments on King offers self-contained accommodation in the Sydney CBD, close to Darling Harbour, Barangaroo, shopping, restaurants and public transport.
It’s a convenient option for couples, families and guests planning a longer Sydney stay during the festival.
Located near Darling Harbour and Ultimo, Metro Aspire Hotel Sydney provides comfortable accommodation within easy reach of the Sydney CBD.
Guests can walk to Darling Harbour and surrounding attractions or use nearby public transport to explore other parts of the Vivid Sydney program.
Metro Hotel Marlow Sydney Central
Metro Hotel Marlow Sydney Central is conveniently located near Central Station, making it particularly easy to travel around Sydney during Vivid Sydney.
The hotel is also close to Chinatown, Haymarket, Darling Square and the southern end of the CBD, with trains, Metro and light rail connections nearby.
Vivid Sydney is one of Sydney’s busiest annual events, particularly on Friday and Saturday nights.
A little planning can make exploring the festival much easier:
Vivid Sydney is a great excuse for a winter getaway in Sydney, whether you’re visiting for one night, a weekend or a longer city break.
With Sydney CBD accommodation near Darling Harbour, Central Station and many of the city’s major attractions, Metro Hotels makes it easy to stay close to the action.
Vivid Sydney 2027 runs from Friday, 28 May to Saturday, 19 June 2027.
The full 2027 program is yet to be announced, so check back closer to the festival for the latest Vivid Sydney events, locations and experiences.
Book your Sydney accommodation early to secure your preferred dates for Vivid Sydney 2027.
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