Sydney, 13 May 2024 – Get excited for the Southern Hemisphere's leading multi-artform festival, Vivid Sydney at Sydney's favourite Darling Harbour attractions. Observe Global Rainbow from Sydney Tower Eye, take control of the lights at Madame Tussauds newly opened Illuminate Sydney A-List party zone inspired by Vivid Sydney, dive into creature focussed installations at SEA LIFE and WILD LIFE before taking on family and friends at Immersive Gamebox.

Rise above the crowds and get up close to Vivid Sydney's Global Rainbow as the laser lights beam colour 40km across the Vivid Sydney Light Walk from Sydney Tower Eye.

• To find the start of the rainbow and enjoy 360-degree views of the glowing city, head to Sydney Tower Eye's Observation Deck, and enjoy the city's tallest vantage point for Vivid Sydney.
• For those seeking a more exhilarating experience join a limited-edition Vivid Sydney SKYWALK at Sydney Tower Eye, exploring the outside of the tower as Global Rainbow shines across the city.

Vivid Sydney SKYWALKS are available during the festival, tickets are $130 per person. Book now, www.sydneytowereye.com.au/skywalk

Madame Tussauds' brand-new interactive A-List zone Illuminate Sydney makes guests feel as if they are in control of Vivid Sydney by switching the vibe of the whole space, including projections on a Sydney Opera House model.

• The glowing area is the attraction's newest VIP party zone and is home to some of the world's most iconic celebrities, including Ryan Gosling, Angelina Jolie, Priyanka Chopra, Nicole Kidman, Chris Hemsworth, Dannii Minogue and many more.
• Inside, guests are treated to a feast for the senses, from the illuminated Sydney sign to an LED wall that guests can manipulate with their movements, every nook is a spectacle waiting to be discovered.

For more information and extended opening hours visit https://www.madametussauds.com/sydney/illuminate

Discover a visual celebration of marine animals at Life in Another Light at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium exclusively during Vivid Sydney.

• Brand-new digital exhibition, Submerge, takes guests on a journey inspired by the bioluminescent underwater world.
• Guests can come face-to-fin with the new 'Great Light Shark,' a captivating great white shark hologram, allowing guests to get up close to the giant as it glides through the ocean.
• Visitors can also weave through the glowing jellyfish lab and make bioluminescent waves at moonlight beach during the extended opening hours on select days.

Life in another Light is an additional bonus for all guests visiting SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium during Vivid Sydney, for more information visit www.visitsealife.com/sydney/whats-inside/events/life-in-another-light-at-sea-life

For those venturing into the city with young families and want to capture night-inspired activities during the day, visit Night Creatures at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo in Darling Harbour.

• Discover cryptic creatures that roam under the stars and learn their mysteries. Marvel at the mysterious tawny frogmouth, adorable bilbies and two species of gliders in the Nocturnal Zone. Plus, collect a series of educational Night Creatures trading cards.

Visit the website to learn more and book www.wildlifesydney.com.au/what-s-inside/events/night-creatures

Escape the daylight and step into Sydney's newest attraction, Immersive Gamebox, where the body becomes the controller and picture motion tracking is used instead of a bulky headset.

• There are 13 games to choose from, including the latest addition Black Mirror Careers, the dystopian setting challenges players to find their career in a futuristic society where the current human professions are obsolete.
• Players can immerse themselves in Tetris, Squid Game, Angry Birds, PAW Patrol, Shaun the Sheep, Ghostbusters and many more thrilling adventures, ensuring there's something for everyone.

There are extended hours throughout Vivid Sydney, book now visitsealife.com/sydney/immersive-gamebox/

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Vivid Sydney will be held from Friday 24 May to Saturday 15 June.

For more information and to plan your Vivid Sydney trip, visit vividsydney.com

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For further information, please contact:
Kiah Wilson, PR Executive at Merlin Entertainments, kiah.wilson@merlinentertainments.com.au, +61 490 791 483

Claire Frawley, PR Manager at Merlin Entertainments, claire.frawley@merlinentertainments.com.au, +61 492 824 895

About Merlin Entertainments:  

Merlin Entertainments is a world leader in branded entertainment destinations, offering a diverse portfolio of resort theme parks, city-centre gateway attractions and LEGOLAND® Resorts which span across the UK, US, Western Europe, China and Asia Pacific. Dedicated to creating experiences that inspire joy and connection, Merlin welcomes more than 62 million guests annually to its growing estate, with over 140 sites across 23 countries. An expert in bringing world-famous entertainment brands to life, Merlin works with partners including the LEGO® Group, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Peppa Pig, DreamWorks and Ferrari to create destinations where guests can immerse themselves in a wide array of brand-driven worlds, rides and uplifting

learning experiences. See www.merlinentertainments.biz for more information.

About Vivid Sydney

Vivid Sydney, the Southern Hemisphere's leading multi-artform festival, transforms Sydney into a vibrant hub of creativity, innovation and community connection. Over 23 nights, light installations, music, ideas and food inspire global audiences and drive cultural exchange. The 2024 theme, 'Humanity,' sparks reflection and engagement, attracting visitors and fuelling economic growth. Proudly owned by Destination NSW, Vivid Sydney showcases NSW's cultural vibrancy and positions it as a global leader in artistic innovation.

Notes to the editor

Model of the Sydney Opera House is used under licence from the Sydney Opera House Trust.

Sydney Tower Eye is a proud participant in Vivid Sydney 2024 Local Business Program.