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Stargazer Lawn, 27 Hickson Rd, Barangaroo NSW 2000
Date: 12 June – 6pm – 11pm
Location: Stargazer Lawn, 27 Hickson Rd, Barangaroo NSW 2000
Cost: Free
Vivid Fire Kitchen 2026 – Stargazer Lawn Barangaroo Sydney
Experience one of the most atmospheric and flavour-packed highlights of Vivid Sydney 2026 at Vivid Fire Kitchen, taking over Stargazer Lawn in Barangaroo for an unforgettable evening of fire, food, music and storytelling under the city lights.
Running nightly from 6pm to 11pm, this free outdoor dining and entertainment precinct celebrates Australia’s love of open-fire cooking, bringing together leading chefs, creators, winemakers and live performers in a vibrant waterfront setting.
On Friday 12 June 2026, join acclaimed host Anthony Huckstep alongside some of Australia’s most exciting culinary voices and digital food creators for a night dedicated to bold flavours, live demonstrations and immersive food culture.
Event Details
- Event: Vivid Fire Kitchen – Stargazer Lawn
- Location: Stargazer Lawn, 27 Hickson Road, Barangaroo NSW 2000
- Date: 12 June 2026
- Time: 6:00pm – 11:00pm
- Entry: Free
A Celebration of Fire, Food & Culture
Inspired by the classic Australian backyard barbecue, Vivid Fire Kitchen transforms Barangaroo into a glowing culinary playground where fire becomes both performance and craft.
Across three dynamic stages, visitors can explore live cooking, immersive food discussions and curated entertainment, all designed to bring audiences closer to the people and stories behind modern food culture.
- Vivid Fire Pit: Live open-fire cooking demonstrations from leading chefs
- Food For Thought Stage: Talks, workshops and storytelling with chefs, authors and creators
- Marquee Stage: Live music, DJs and social dining atmosphere
Friday 12 June Line-Up Highlights
Host
Anthony Huckstep – One of Australia’s leading culinary voices, known for his passion for fire cooking and modern food culture.
Fire Pit Sessions
- Stephen Santucci – Moonacre Kitchen
- Racha Abou Alchamat – Racha’s Syrian Kitchen
- Mark La Brooy – Barneys Pizza & Wild Game Butchery / Discovered Wild Foods
Food For Thought Stage
- Jasmin Weston (@JasminEats) – Bold & Playful cooking sessions
Marquee Stage Live Music
- Victor Valdes
- Justine Eltakchi
All-Night Experiences
Beyond the stage programming, Vivid Fire Kitchen offers a full sensory experience that continues throughout the night.
- NSW Wine Collective Tastings: Discover local wines from across New South Wales with guided tastings at the main bar
- Live Entertainment Atmosphere: DJs, firelight ambience and roaming performances
- Interactive Installations: Explore illuminated artworks and immersive experiences across Barangaroo
Vivid Light & Art Installations Nearby
As part of the wider Vivid Sydney precinct, visitors can explore spectacular large-scale installations surrounding Fire Kitchen, including:
- River of Fire – glowing waterfront light experience
- Flea Circus – playful interactive light installation
- Mycelium Network – immersive environmental light work
- Peekaboo Parliament – interactive Red Light Green Light experience
- Molecule of Light by Chris Levine – 23-metre celestial laser installation
A Must-Visit Vivid Sydney Experience
Set against the harbour and illuminated skyline, Vivid Fire Kitchen is one of Sydney’s most dynamic free festival experiences. Whether you’re a food lover, culture seeker or simply looking for an unforgettable night out, this is where fire, flavour and creativity collide.
Arrive early, explore the precinct, and immerse yourself in one of the most iconic outdoor dining and entertainment experiences of Vivid Sydney 2026.
