Become a Vivid Sydney Volunteer!
Help bring one of the world’s largest festivals to life
Vivid Sydney is an annual celebration of creativity, innovation and technology, which transforms Sydney for 23 days and nights. In 2025, for its 15th year, Vivid Sydney will fuse art, innovation and technology in collaboration with some of the most boundary pushing artists, thinkers, musicians and culinary experts of our time to explore the theme of “dream”.
City wide Volunteers
Volunteers play an essential role in ensuring the smooth operation of Vivid Sydney. As a volunteer, you won’t just represent the festival—you’ll become part of the vibrant community that unites each year to illuminate our Harbour city.
In this role, you'll provide valuable information to audiences at city-wide information booths, as part of roaming teams in key locations, and at some of our stunning Vivid Light installations. You’ll be at the centre of the action, gaining exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into how an iconic festival comes to life while connecting with the local community.
Your responsibilities will include sharing details about the event, accessible viewing areas, public facilities, transport options, amenities, and general directions.
Volunteer dates and times
Pre-event information booths – 21 May – 23 May 2025
Volunteer shifts of approximately 5 hours are available in the morning and afternoon at Circular Quay information booths.
Vivid Sydney 23 May – 14 June 2025
Various shifts between 5pm-11pm are available each evening at the information booths, as part of a roving team or as an installation assistant.
Want to be a team leader?
If you want to step up to the role of team leader, please nominate this in your application. Team leaders are responsible for managing up to 10 volunteers during their shifts. Previous experience as a volunteer leader is desirable.
Thank you so much for your interest in being a volunteer for Vivid Sydney 2025 – we couldn’t do it without you and are so grateful for your involvement.
