Vivid Sydney 2026 dates announced โ€“ 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.

The unmissable exhibitions and museum events to explore during the winter school holidays

Australian National Maritime Museum

Looking for ways to keep the kids inspired these school holidays? Sydneyโ€™s museums have you covered with hands-on fun, art, history and more. The winter school holidays are almost here, and Sydneyโ€™s museums are ready to entertain, educate and inspire curious kids (and their grown-ups). From hands-on workshops and digital art to steam train rides … Read more

Best whale watching cruises in Sydney (2025): Tours, Prices and Discount Codes

Fantasea Cruising Whale Watching cruises in sydney

Discover the best whale watching cruises in Sydney this season, from high-speed adventures to family-friendly tours โ€” plus exclusive discount codes to save on your trip. Whale watching season is in full swing, and up to 40,000 humpbacks are estimated to pass Sydney in the coming months. While you may spot some spouting from coastal … Read more

When and where to watch the Strawberry Full Moon Sydney 2025

Strawberry Full Moon will be visible in Sydney

It turns out Vivid isn’t the only magnificent light display illuminating Sydney this winter. We’ve already had the Aurora Australis, and now the night sky is delivering once again with the Strawberry Full Moon. It’s set to be the highest full moon to appear over Australia in 19 years. Here’s how you can catch the … Read more