It’s Adelaide Fringe time! Which means it is time to grab the family, your partner or a group of friends and book into a show… or is it??
Well, yes, but one of the great things about the Adelaide Fringe is the atmosphere and the way all of the venues and hubs really come alive – below you will find some of our favourite family friendly Fringe venues to hang out during the event. We definitely recommend seeing a few shows (check out our top picks here) but you can also just head into any of the Fringe hubs for a wander, to grab some delicious Fringe food or bevvies and to soak up the atmosphere. The Fringe really is full of surprises, so you never know what you’ll see!
Just keep in mind that on the busy nights – usually the weekends- entry may be restricted to ticket holders, so plan accordingly!
Is it even Fringe if you don’t wander through The Garden a few times? The Garden of Unearthly Delights is Adelaide Fringe’s ultimate playground for families, friends, and anyone up for a bit of fun. Under the gumtrees in Rundle Park, there’s something for everyone. The 2026 program is huge, with over 115 shows across six weeks from 13 February to 22 March. There’s comedy, circus, music, physical theatre, sideshows, and plenty of practical...
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Get ready to dive into Fool’s Paradise at Tarntanyangga (Victoria Square), one of Adelaide Fringe’s most vibrant and family-friendly hubs. Created by circus superstars Cal Harris and Thomas Gorham from Head First Acrobats, Fool’s Paradise is an artist-led precinct bursting with circus, comedy, magic, music and physical theatre. Everything on site, from the shows to the food, is run by artists, creating a Fringe atmosphere that is playful,...
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Gluttony is back for the 2026 Adelaide Fringe! Gluttony is back in Murlawirrapurka / Rymill Park from Friday 20 February to Sunday 22 March 2026, celebrating its 16th year at Adelaide Fringe and set to be the biggest season yet. One of the most loved Fringe hubs in Adelaide, Gluttony sits right in the heart of the city’s eastern Park Lands. It’s lively, colourful and full of atmosphere, but still easy to wander with kids, prams and snack stops...
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Looking for a fun, easy, and family-friendly Fringe experience this year? Woodville Town Hall, just 15 minutes from the city, is one of Adelaide’s fastest growing Fringe Hubs and the perfect place to bring the kids. With over 25 shows and more than 60 performances across music, theatre, comedy, and culture, there’s something to delight every member of the family. Getting there couldn’t be simpler – the venue offers plenty of free parking...
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