Vivacity Event Categories
Vivacity. It’s is all about blue skies, hot days and fun times. And it all begins with the world-famous magical extravaganza of New Year’s Eve in Sydney.
Sydney comes alive with a vibrant magnetism, pulling people onto the streets, into the parks and on the water. You can party in the laneways along with thousands, enjoy world-class forehands and backhands at Olympic Park and celebrate our unique culture on and around the harbour.
2009 Sydney New Year's Eve
Dates:
31 December 2009 - 1 January 2010
Venue:
Sydney Harbour
Nowhere on earth does New Year like Sydney – the undisputed New Year’s Eve capital of the world. And this year our biggest and best show yet will be awakening Sydney’s spirit for the year ahead. Everyone is invited to join the cele ...
Field Day
Dates:
1 January 2010
Venue:
The Domain
As a new year dawns, few things are certain – except of course that Fuzzy’s legendary Field Day is the most life-affirmingly fun way to launch into 2010. Under the shimmer of the iconic Sydney skyline and bathed in the green of more grass ...
Movies in The Overflow
Dates:
3 January 2010, 13 - 17 January 2010, 2 January 2010, 6 January 2010 - 10 December 2009
Venue:
Sydney Olympic Park, The Overflow
Whether you’re in the mood for a laugh-out-loud comedy, a heart-wrenching drama or even some Bollywood fun under the stars, Movies in The Overflow is the best way to start your new year. So get comfy with a picnic blanket and cushions fo ...
19th Flickerfest International Short Film Festival & National Tour
Dates:
8 - 17 January 2010
Venue:
Bondi Pavilion
Flickerfest kicks off our summer cinema season under the stars at Bondi Beach, screening the best short films from Australia and the world in a unique and relaxed summer environment. For 2010, Flickerfest received over 1500 entries from aroun ...
Festival First Night Sydney Festival 2010
Dates:
9 January 2010
Venue:
Sydney city streets and parks
Sydney’s city centre is transformed into an epic theatre of music, spectacle and surprise with Sydney Festival’s opening event – Festival First Night. Start in the afternoon with family-friendly entertainment in Hyde Park, headline ...
Medibank International Sydney 2010
Dates:
10 - 16 January 2010
Venue:
Sydney Olympic Park, The Overflow
The fireworks will continue on court over the New Year, at the Medibank International Sydney 2010. Fans will enjoy explosive tennis action from international superstars Serena Williams, Elena Dementieva and Gael Monfils, as well as colourful local he ...
St.George OpenAir Cinema
Dates:
12 January - 20 February 2010
Venue:
Mrs Macquaries Point
A spectacular cinema and lifestyle experience located on the edge of the Harbour, St.George OpenAir Cinema features a giant 3 storey cinema screen set against a backdrop spanning the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and city skyline. From 7.30 pm more th ...
A.R. Rahman Sydney Festival 2010
Dates:
16 January 2010
Venue:
Parramatta Park
Sydney is transformed into Bollywood for a night like no other, when Indian superstar A.R. Rahman takes to the stage for this free outdoor spectacular. Rahman, two-time Oscar winner for his work as composer and songwriter on the film Slumdog ...
AAMI Ferrython Sydney Festival 2010
Dates:
26 January 2010
Venue:
On Sydney Harbour
The AAMI Ferrython is one of Australia’s best-loved free spectator events. Come on down to Sydney Harbour with your picnic basket and cheer on the little green and yellow catamarans as they race up and down the harbour, battling it out for ...
Australia Day 2010
Dates:
26 January 2010
Venue:
CBD, Hyde Park, The Rocks, Darling Harbour, Macquarie Street
Sydney becomes the perfect playground for passionate Aussies to celebrate what makes our vibrant country great. What better way to pay tribute to our unique cultural identity than amongst Sydney’s stunning landmarks – Sydney Opera ...
SAFETY AT EVENTS
Be sun safe
Eat well and drink plenty of water.
No BYO alcohol
and NO glass applies to many event sites. Be sure to familiarise yourself with where the restrictions apply by visiting the relevant event website.
It´s all about you
If you do drink, do it responsibly and look after yourself, your mates and your city.
Leave glass at home
and use recycled reusable containers instead.
Do not drink and drive
Plan your transport to and from events.

