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Stargazer Lawn, 27 Hickson Rd, Barangaroo NSW 2000
Date: 4 June – 6pm – 11pm
Location: Stargazer Lawn, 27 Hickson Rd, Barangaroo NSW 2000
Cost: Free
Vivid Fire Kitchen 2026 at Barangaroo – Food, Fire & Wine Under the Lights of Vivid Sydney
Experience one of the most exciting culinary events of Vivid Sydney 2026 as Vivid Fire Kitchen returns to Barangaroo for another unforgettable night of flame-grilled flavours, live entertainment, chef demonstrations and immersive light installations.
Set against the spectacular waterfront backdrop of Stargazer Lawn in Barangaroo, Vivid Fire Kitchen transforms Sydney Harbour into a glowing celebration of food, fire, wine and creativity from 6:00pm to 11:00pm on Thursday 4 June 2026.
Inspired by the spirit of the classic Australian backyard barbecue, this free-entry event invites visitors to gather around open flames, discover leading chefs, meet innovative winemakers and enjoy live music beneath the dazzling lights of Vivid Sydney.
Event Details
- Event: Vivid Fire Kitchen 2026
- Date: Thursday 4 June 2026
- Time: 6:00pm – 11:00pm
- Location: Stargazer Lawn, 27 Hickson Road, Barangaroo NSW 2000
- Cost: Free Entry
A Night of Fire, Food & Live Entertainment
Hosted by acclaimed Australian food writer and presenter Myffy Rigby, this special edition of Vivid Fire Kitchen shines a spotlight on the women shaping the future of New South Wales wine culture.
Throughout the evening, visitors can explore three vibrant event spaces featuring cooking demonstrations, wine talks, live music performances and immersive Vivid Sydney experiences.
Explore the Three Main Stages
Vivid Fire Pit
Gather around the flames as leading chefs showcase live-fire cooking techniques, smoky flavours and creative culinary presentations.
Featured Fire Pit Sessions include:
- Max Sovechles – Beefed Up Tallow
- Bente Grysbaek – Ignite Catering
Food For Thought Stage
Discover conversations, tastings and workshops featuring authors, wine experts, social media personalities and culinary innovators.
On 4 June, the stage hosts:
- The Vivid Fire Kitchen NSW Wine Collective: Women of Wine
- Hosted by Amelia Birch (Famelia)
- Featuring renowned NSW winemakers from Hunter Valley, Hilltops, Orange, Mudgee and Gundagai regions
Featured guests include:
- Mem Hemmings – Meredith Wine
- Samantha Sutherland – Samantha May Wines
- Nadja Wallington – ChaLou Wines
Marquee Stage
Relax with food, drinks and live music performances throughout the evening while soaking in the atmosphere of Vivid Sydney.
Live performances include:
- Akala Newman
- Rita Sanches
Thursday 4 June 2026 Schedule
| Time | Program |
|---|---|
| 6:00pm | Fire Pit Ignites |
| 6:30pm | Women of Wine Panel + Live Music by Akala Newman |
| 7:15pm | Fire Pit Session: Max Sovechles |
| 7:30pm | Live Music: Rita Sanches |
| 8:00pm | Women of Wine with Samantha Sutherland |
| 8:30pm | Live Music: Akala Newman |
| 8:45pm | Fire Pit Session: Bente Grysbaek |
| 9:30pm | Women of Wine with Nadja Wallington + Live Music |
| 10:40pm | Fire Pit Closes |
| 11:00pm | Flames Out |
Immersive Vivid Sydney Light Installations
Beyond the food and entertainment, visitors can explore a series of spectacular Vivid Sydney light installations surrounding the Fire Kitchen precinct.
Highlights include:
- River of Fire glowing above the event space
- Flea Circus
- Mycelium Network
- Peekaboo Parliament interactive light experience
- Molecule of Light – a towering 23-metre laser installation by acclaimed UK artist Chris Levine
A Must-Visit Vivid Sydney Food Experience
Combining live-fire cooking, premium NSW wines, live music and immersive art installations, Vivid Fire Kitchen has become one of the signature experiences of Vivid Sydney.
Whether you are a foodie, wine lover, music fan or simply exploring Barangaroo during the festival season, this free event offers one of Sydney’s most unique winter nights out.
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