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Darling Square
Part of Vivid Sydney

Vivid Sydney at Darling Square

When

Every day, all day Friday 23 May to Saturday 14 June

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From 23 May to 14 June, Darling Square will shine bright for Vivid Sydney with mesmerising light installations and family friendly fun! Immerse yourself into the dazzling display of fairy lights and discover Estee Lauder's While You Were Dreaming- a breathtaking five metre tall sculptural face installation. 

Make your night even brighter with free neon face painting, glitter tattoos and live music performances by local artists every Saturday from 6pm to 9pm. 

On Monday to Thursday, spend $75 or more at any Darling Square retailer and receive a free LED balloon*. To redeem, show your receipt on the day of purchase to the staff at Lillianna Gifts to receive your free LED balloon. *T&Cs apply. This offer is available on Monday to Thursday from 26 May to 12 June or while stocks last.

Take a break from exploring the illuminated displays and refuel with tasty eats and drinks at over 50 restaurants. Whether you're after a quick bite, casual dinner or late night drinks, Darling Square is the perfect spot to dine, unwind and enjoy Vivid Sydney.

Check out these exclusive offers and pop up stall at Darling Square:

  • Dopa Donburi and Dessert has partnered with renowned boutique dessert shop Duo Duo to launch a limited-edition dessert featuring their signature deep fried ice cream with miso caramel ice cream in a bao bun, available from 19 May to 22 June.

  • Bubble Nini is serving two glowing drinks: a Japanese Aomori apple black tea; and jasmine milk tea with triple matcha foam.

  • Chinta Ria Buddha Love is offering two special dishes: Vibrant red Electrifying Chilli Chicken and Rhythm Ribs (Malaysian sweet vinegar pork ribs). They are also launching the Embrace cocktail made with cherry-vanilla rum, amaretto, pineapple and lemonade; and Hug-me mocktail made with lychee, lime, mint and lemonade. Each drink will be discounted throughout the Vivid period.

  • Lillianna Gifts will also have a pop-up stall in front of The Exchange with a range of LED glowing goodies such as spinning wand, lightsaber, light up balloons, LED dragon bubble guns and many more fun, flashing items. The Pop-Up stall is open each night from 12pm to 8pm on Sunday to Thursday and from 12pm to 9pm on Friday and Saturday.

Find out more HERE.

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Darling Square

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