Overview
Adelaide Fringe is the biggest arts festival in the southern hemisphere that transforms the cultural fabric of South Australia for 31 magical summer days and nights throughout February and March. It is an award-winning global icon that values diversity and inclusivity, having won the inaugural award for Excellence in Accessible Tourism and Major Festival & Event at the 2025 South Australian Tourism Awards.
Featuring a program of more than 1,500 shows, by 8,000+ independent artists, Adelaide Fringe's offering spans cabaret, theatre, comedy, circus, music, visual arts, workshops and so much more. It includes a wide array of fun, unique and captivating arts experiences much loved by locals and visitors alike. Free outdoor events? Check. State of the art VR experiences? Check. Sensory-reduced, completely accessible, award-winning shows? Check. One-person show in a gaol cell? Yep, they've had that too.
For a quintessential Adelaide Fringe experience, take a wander through The Garden of Unearthly Delights, grab a bite to eat from the culinary offerings of Gluttony, catch some well-known and emerging comedians at the Rhino Room, enjoy the world class productions of Holden Street Theatres, or marvel at the daring circus acts at Fool's Paradise.
Adelaide Fringe truly has something for everyone. To explore the full program, visit their website.
Location
Adelaide, South Australia, 5000
