2024 Sydney Vivid Festival attendance declines 35% to 2.42 million, NSW government defends it as third-best in history.
2024's Sydney Vivid Festival saw a 35% decline in attendees (2.42 million) compared to 2023 (3.28 million), its weakest turnout since 2019. Despite this, the NSW government defends it as the third-best in history and plans for improvements amid cost-of-living concerns. Bad weather and security issues marred the festival, with local MP Susan Carter suggesting more free programs and expanded benefits for regional creative suppliers.
August 12, 2024
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