Each year, Adelaide Fringe hits the road to bring a taste of Fringe for FREE to neighbourhoods all over South Australia.
Adelaide Fringe Festival offers a wealth of free entertainment to ignite your senses! Immerse yourself in the infectious energy of street performers, marvel at captivating circus acts, or be swept away by the raw emotion of Fringe theatre – all without spending a dollar. With countless hidden gems scattered across the city, the Adelaide Fringe promises an unforgettable adventure for budget-conscious explorers. So, pack your lunch and snacks, your water bottle, your curiosity and embrace the unexpected to discover the magic of the Fringe – for free!
You can plan to go, or delight in stumbling across it. How ever you find it, you will be sure to LOVE the FREE entertainment on offer from Adelaide Fringe this year.
Below are some of the best FREE and Family Friendly Adelaide Fringe events we’ve found for Adelaide Fringe 2025
Gluttony
It’s absolutely FREE to enter and walk around Gluttony without seeing a paid show. During the 2025 season, Gluttony is open from 4:45pm Tuesday-Thursday, from 4:15pm Friday, and from 10am Saturday and Sunday, until late – plus the Mad March public holiday Monday. In addition to the 180 ticketed Fringe acts performing within Gluttony there are also plenty of family-friendly activities, interactive installations, and multiple areas to play or sit and chill. There are also a couple of low cost family friendly experiences happening this year including Dart Blaster Arena and Radicool Reptiles reptile educational experiences, these are not free but only a few dollars for each so make a good low cost Fringe experience for the family.
Quentin Kenihan Playground is also accessible from Gluttony this year
Garden of Unearthly Delights
It’s also FREE to enter and take a stroll around The Garden of Uneartly Delights venue at Adelaide Fringe. Entry to The Garden is at the corner of East Terrace and Rundle Road. During Peak Times on Friday and Saturday evenings this entrance is for ticket holders only, those without tickets will enter via the Rundle Rd entrance halfway between East Terrace and Dequetteville Terrace.
Please be aware that you can only take empty water bottles into GOUD, but there are plenty of places inside to fill it up straight away (it’s a liquor licencing thing)
Salisbury Fringe Carnival
Carisbrooke Park will come alive with roaming entertainers, thrilling rides and an exciting stage line up, with something for everyone. The Salisbury Fringe Carnival, is a FREE community event held over two jam-packed days. Featuring free amusement rides and activities, local musicians, performers, an exciting headline act, and a range of delicious food vendors.
Fri, 21 Feb – Sat, 22 Feb
Street Performers at Adelaide Fringe
One of the very best things about Adelaide Fringe is taking a stroll up Rundle Street, Rundle Mall and the Adelaide Markets to stop and watch one of the numerous street performers and buskers that entertain the crowds throughout Adelaide Fringe. Friday night, Saturday night and Sunday during the day are the best times to go for a stroll and have a look. And while these performance are free, it’s always good to throw a few dollars in the bucket or the hat after the performance.
Discover Play Pathway!
Experience the Amy Gillett Pathway like never before at this FREE Adelaide Fringe event on Sunday, 2 March 2025! Stretching 15km through the stunning Adelaide Hills, this family-friendly day is packed with live music, art, delicious food, and entertainment in the charming towns of Oakbank, Woodside, Charleston, and Mount Torrens.
Kids will love the Touch a Truck event at Mount Torrens, where they can explore trucks and machinery up close!
Ride or walk as much of the trail as you like – it’s open to all ages and completely free.
Gather, Dance & Explore at Whitmore
Gather, Dance & Explore at Whitmore Square/Iparrityi is returning in 2025 for a FREE day of family fun!
Enjoy live dance performances by local schools featuring hip-hop, tap, and more, plus a dance party with DJ Bandit. Kids can get creative with Nature Play activities, including bee hotel building and nature crown making. Don’t miss the magical Nylon Zoo interactive parade with captivating storytelling.
Refuel with delicious food from local vendors.
Mark Saturday 15th March in your calendar.
More Adelaide Fringe for Free
Enjoy the Adelaide Fringe without breaking the bank! Discover free family-friendly shows, street performances, and events that will delight all ages.
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