Vivid Sydney 2026 dates announced – and why 2025 was the biggest yet

Vivid Sydney 2025

The bulbs have barely cooled on this year’s festival, but we’re already looking ahead to the next year’s Vivid celebrations. As dates for the 2026 festival have been announce, we’ve taken a look back at this year’s festival which was bigger and brighter than ever.

Dry July never tasted so good thanks to Sydney’s best mocktails

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Who says non-alcoholic drinks have to be boring? These venues are offering an exciting mix of funky ingredients to help you breeze through Dry July. With Dry July just around the corner, you might be swapping your usual Friday-night spicy marg or favourite glass of chardonnay for something a little more virtuous. But virtuous doesn’t … Read more

Bar Conte’s sleek new CBD spin-off has arrived and we went to check it out

Conte in Sydney CBD

If there’s one thing Bar Conte is known for, it’s unwavering Italian authenticity. The small neighbourhood venue sits on the corner of Riley Street and Foveaux Street in Surry Hills, proudly holding the title of the world’s first dedicated Negroni bar and Italian restaurant. Loved by locals, whether as a date spot, a place to … Read more

Nicole Kidman shares her go-to spots in Sydney

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I’m obsessed with season two of Nine Perfect Strangers right now. The TV adaptation of Aussie author Liane Moriarty’s book stars Nicole Kidman as wellness-guru-with-a-difference, Marsha, and season one was filmed up the coast in Byron Bay. This week, the Oscar-winning actress shared her favourite spots in Sydney, offering a unique perspective on the city … Read more

Sydney Film Festival 2025: Dates, Top Events and Tickets

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The 72nd Sydney Film Festival is here, and it’s packed with powerful, must-see films, including body horror masterpieces, compelling documentaries and animated musicals about lesbian space princesses. Get ready for the film festival with our ultimate guide, your go-to resource for screening schedules, important dates and ticket details. What is Sydney Film Festival? The Sydney … Read more

Top Things to Do at Vivid Sydney This Weekend (May 31 – June 2)

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Attention all Sydneysiders: clear skies are forecast this weekend, with no rain in sight! Time to fully embrace Vivid this weekend and head to some of the exciting events that are happening across Sydney. Despite Vivid Sydney having more free events than ever, as well as plenty of installations, projections, food hubs, and concerts, last … Read more

Luxury meets legacy in Sydney’s new ‘The Lands by Capella’

sydney new luxury precinct

The former Department of Lands, located at the cross-sections of Circular Quay, Macquarie and George Streets, is about to become a bustling luxury lifestyle hub. Pontiac Land Group are “reawakening” the heritage-listed sandstone building, creating ‘The Lands by Capella’, a 10,000 square metres building housing premium retail outlets, event spaces and restaurants. The building will … Read more