☣ Vivid Sydney Lights + Fireworks

A total Vivid Sydney Light immersion with Captain Cook Cruises

Lighting up Sydney Harbour in a spectacular burst of colour, Vivid Sydney Fireworks return in 2026, illuminating the iconic skyline. Experience it onboard Captain Cook Cruises during Vivid Sydney Lights, where light, water and fireworks come together in one unforgettable evening.

Enjoy a complete Vivid Sydney cruise experience as you pass dazzling Vivid Sydney Light installations along the foreshore, with views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, before fireworks erupt above the Harbour.

Exclusive to the water, these Vivid Sydney Fireworks displays - presented by Captain Cook Cruises and the Australian Commercial Marine Group - are visible only aboard Official Vivid Light on Sydney Harbour vessels. On select nights, experience it all on a Vivid Sydney fireworks cruise.

Limited availability - a truly unforgettable Vivid moment not to be missed

☣ Fireworks Nights 2026

Thu 28 May | Fri 29 May | Thu 04 Jun | Fri 05 Jun | Thu 11 Jun | Fri 12 Jun 2026

Discover the amazing selection of Dinner and Sightseeing Cruises for all Budgets

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Vivid Sydney Dining Cruise Options

Choose from a range of 7.00pm Dinner Cruises, from relaxed 3-course menus, ideal for whole family to indulgent 5-course degustation experiences, all set against the illuminated Harbour.

Vivid Lights outside | Culinary Delights inside | Bonus Fireworks on select nights!

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    7pm Vivid Gold Dinner

    Last Chance - Ends 13 Jun 2026

    GOURMET DINING
    The quintessential Vivid Sydney gourmet food and wine experience. Nothing quite compares to the Vivid Gold Penfolds Dinner alongside a 360-degree Vivid Lights view. The best Vivid dinner cruise this year. Bonus Fireworks Show selected nights

    • Five course degustation menu dining
    • Optional Gold selection of Penfold’s private bin and vintage wines
    • Live music nightly and Gold personalised service
    • Bonus Fireworks selected nights

    From $225.00 per person

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    7pm Vivid Starlight Dinner

    Last Chance - Ends 13 Jun 2026

    PREMIUM 3-HOUR DINING
    The Starlight Dinner is a premium Vivid Sydney dining experience that embodies everything that makes our city so special. Quality Australian a la carte dining, live entertainment and a premium, yet relaxed setting. All set against the spectacular backdrop of Harbour Vivid Lights. An outstanding Vivid dinner cruise. Bonus Fireworks Show selected nights

    • 4-course premium a la carte dining
    • Live music nightly
    • Cruise aboard flagship Sydney 2000 Individual restaurant seating and up to 3 hours of relaxed cruising
    • Bonus Fireworks selected nights

    From $139.00 per adult

    Normally $165.00. Save $26.00.

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    7pm Vivid Special Dinner

    Last Chance - Ends 13 Jun 2026

    AMAZING VALUE-FOR-MONEY
    This 3-hour cruise aboard flagship Sydney 2000 is all about the Vivid Lights taking in the full canvas of harbourside light installations. A simple, yet quality 3-course menu makes this cruise an amazing value-for-money alternative for the whole family. Bonus Fireworks Show selected nights

    • 3-course menu
    • Live music nightly
    • Cruise aboard premium dining vessel with Individual restaurant seating and up to 3 hours of relaxed cruising
    • Bonus Fireworks selected nights

    From $119.00 per adult

    Normally $135.00. Save $16.00.

Vivid Sydney Sightseeing Cruise Options

Or opt for a dedicated Fireworks Sightseeing Cruise on selected nights - perfect for those wanting to enjoy Vivid Sydney Cruises, the fireworks display and Sydney’s iconic Vivid lights in one unforgettable night.

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    7:20pm & 7:15pm Vivid Lights & Main Harbour Fireworks Cruise

    Last Chance 11 -12 Jun 2026

    7:20pm | Darling Harbour

    Thanks to Captain Cook Cruises and the Australian Commercial Marine Group, Sydney Harbour will dazzle with a spectacular Fireworks Show every Thursday and Friday during Vivid Sydney. These exclusive displays can only be seen from the water – and only official Vivid Sydney vessels will have front-row seats. Trust us, you don’t want to miss this!

    • Discover the unique perspective of the full canvas of Vivid Lights from the water
    • Exclusive on-water viewing Vivid Sydney Main Harbour Fireworks Show
    • Includes one free house beverage
    • Skip the crowds with spacious, all-weather indoor and outdoor decks

    From $49.00 per adult

    Normally $55.00. Save $6.00.

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    6:40pm Vivid Lights & Main Harbour Fireworks from Manly

    Last Chance 11-12 Jun 2026

    6:40pm | Manly Wharf No.3

    Skip the ferry queues and experience Vivid Sydney from a new perspective with a harbour cruise departing Manly. Step aboard a Captain Cook Cruises twin deck catamaran ferry as the city comes alive with light, colour and creativity - part of a memorable Vivid Sydney cruise experience, including the spectacular 8:00pm Fireworks.

    • Discover the unique perspective of the full canvas of Vivid Lights from the water
    • Main Harbour Fireworks display
    • Skip the ferry queues, book a guaranteed time and be back to Manly in under 2 hours
    • Guests are welcome to BYO drinks and light snacks

    From $55.00 per person

    Normally $65.00. Save $10.00.

Our Fleet's Official Light Installations

Captain Cook Cruises is a proud partner of Vivid Sydney festival of light, showcasing the festival’s most famous light installations onboard our vessels including; the `Vivid Sydney' official logo on flagship MV Sydney 2000, the #feelnewsydney installation on The Jackson, and #vividsydney installation on our other vessels. All our participating vessels travel through a spectrum of light as they cruise the Vivid Sydney Harbour precincts.

PLEASE NOTE: If the Vivid Lights, Drone Show or Fireworks are cancelled the cruise will continue to operate a sightseeing or dinner cruise. The Vivid Drone Show, fireworks and Vivid Lights are operated by external organisers and is subject to weather conditions, safety approvals, and operational factors beyond our controls. Whilst these cruise experiences are timed around the Vivid lights, fireworks and drone show, the viewing, and/or sightlines from the vessel, are not guaranteed. At all times Captain Cook Cruises will endeavour to give our guests the best experience possible.

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