Vivid Sydney Calls on Creative Minds: Exciting Opportunities for 2026 Festival

Vivid Sydney Invites Creatives for the 2026 Festival

Vivid Sydney, renowned as the largest multi-arts festival in the Southern Hemisphere, is gearing up for another luminous celebration in 2026. As the event confirmed its dates from May 22 to June 13, 2026, it is now calling on visionary artists, performers, and thinkers from across the globe to help shape the festival's program.

Since its inception in 2009, Vivid Sydney has dazzled over 25 million visitors and generated an impressive $1.3 billion in visitor spendings. The festival stands as a remarkable platform to showcase innovative creativity and compelling storytelling, transforming Sydney into a wonderland of lights, music, and ideas.

A Celebration of Culture and Creativity
The festival aims to illuminate the vibrant streets of Sydney, reinforcing the city's reputation as a cultural epicenter in the Asia-Pacific region. Minister for Jobs and Tourism, Steve Kamper, emphasized the importance of the festival, stating that it serves not only as a beacon of creativity and culture but also as a robust driver of economic engagement.

“Vivid Sydney lights up our streets and solidifies Sydney's standing as one of the world's leading cultural capitals. We're now calling upon the next generation of creatives, whether you're an artist, designer, performer, producer, or chef, to be part of this extraordinary festival and share your vision with us,” he remarked.

Partnerships Fueling Creativity
Vivid Sydney's partnerships further enhance its offerings; Samsung Electronics Australia and Kia returned as major partners for the 2025 festival. Samsung's installation, ``Space to Dream'', explored the boundless potential of creativity, inspired by Galaxy AI, while Kia showcased its anticipated electric vehicle, EV3, along the Vivid Light Walk.

Collaborative Innovations
In addition to the main partners, brands like Estée Lauder, who presented their installation,