Sydney will be lit up tomorrow night during the Vivid Lighting Festival, which returns for the first time after two years of COVID-19 cancellations.
Vivid Sydney’s light walk is “longer than ever” this year, stretching from Circular Quay and the Rocks to Walsh Bay, Barangaroo, Darling Harbor and Central Station.
Tickets are also available to see the lights at Taronga Zoo and Luna Park.
Colored Balls in Darling Harbor for Vivid 2022. (Destination NSW)
Tourism Minister Stuart Ayres said Vivid Sydney will be “bigger, bolder and better” after the festival was canceled for the past two years due to COVID-19 restrictions.
“It’s been a long wait since the lights went out at Vivid Sydney 2019 and few things can make me happier than watching this spectacular event start tomorrow night,” Ayres said.
“The world is watching and welcoming.
“For Sydney with Love” will be on display at Customs House. (Destination NSW)
“It’s time to step out and enjoy our Sydney again, to celebrate our beautiful, resilient city.”
This year there are 50 light installations and 3D projections across the city, as well as more than 100 music events.
The central station will be illuminated with different works of art during Vivid 2022. (Destination NSW)
Ayres expects Vivid’s return to boost the hospitality and entertainment industry after COVID-19 caused major economic losses to the industry.
Amazing moments as Sydney lights up for Vivid 2018
“We can leverage our live performance venues, bars, restaurants, cafes, retailers, attractions, hotels and businesses in the city that have made it difficult over the past two years,” he said.
Vivid runs from tomorrow night, May 27th, until Saturday, June 18th.
Space facilities in Barangaroo for Vivid 2022. (Destination NSW)
Anyone attending Vivid Sydney is encouraged to use public transport.
“Public transport is the most convenient option to get from Vivid Sydney with all the districts within walking distance of major transport hubs, so leave your car at home,” said Howard Collins, Director of Operations for Transport for NSW.