The 2025 Adelaide Fringe runs from Friday, February 21, 2025 – Sunday, March 23, 2025
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! No, not Christmas, we are talking about the 2025 Adelaide Fringe! Four weeks of fun across Adelaide including a BUNCH of family friendly shows. There is everything from kids dance shows, kids circus performances, music concerts for the whole family, live theatre with much loved kids stories, puppet shows that even Mum & Dad will enjoy and even discos for kids!
The Adelaide Fringe is such a brilliant family event for kids of all ages – there are shows for babies and little kids right through to tweens and teenagers that will leave the whole family wanting more. Because of the casual nature of most Adelaide Fringe shows, taking your kids to a performance is a great way to introduce them to the arts and start teaching them about theatre etiquette. The whole family might learn some new dance moves, a circus trick, a new song or even learn a valuable life lesson.
Most of the family friendly shows happen over the weekends of the Adelaide Fringe so have a look at our picks below or jump onto the Children section of the Adelaide Fringe website and start booking! Will you see a much loved children’s ballet? A classic kids performer you remember from your own childhood? (We’re looking at you Peter Coombe!) A bubble show? Or will you see something quirky or take a chance on a new artist? No matter what you see, your kids are sure to love it and coupled with some of the funky venues and delicious Fringe food options, it’s sure to be a fun family day out.
Not only are there shows in the main Adelaide Fringe hubs in the heart of the city, there are also performances across Adelaide suburbs at community centres and theatres as well as regional shows. So no matter where you live, there is sure to be something close by to enjoy with the whole family.
For those looking to immerse themselves in culture and history, the First Nations Cultural Tours at Adelaide Botanic Garden offer a unique opportunity to learn about the deep connection to Country of Australia’s First Peoples. These free tours provide an enriching experience exploring native plants, bush tucker, and cultural traditions, making them a fantastic addition to your Adelaide Fringe adventure.
We’ll be updating this page frequently with all our favourite Adelaide Fringe shows for kids and families this year. Make sure you check back often, and also follow us on Facebook and Instagram for show reviews and other family friendly Fringe highlights. If you’re a performer or show and would like to enquire about advertising with us, please email events@kidsinadelaide.com.au
Our Pick of The Best Adelaide Fringe Shows for Kids in 2025
The Forgotten Tales!
★★★★★ ‘constant laughs from the audience’ – The AU Review
★★★★ ‘a fun afternoon of comedy and crazy storytelling’ – Theatre Now
Jon & Jero love telling stories, but they’ve forgotten how they go!
These bumbling brothers need your help to figure out what stories to tell, where to go and who to meet!
Get ready for a truly wondrous exploration of imagination, filled with inventive improv, big characters, physical comedy, witty wordplay and live music!
Nothing is too silly, in this interactive family show that is perfect for kids 5 and up.
The Forgotten Tales! is an improvised comedy experience for the whole family presented by Melbourne’s tallest comedy duo, Jon & Jero; alongside a live musician on piano.
Jon Walpole & Jeromaia Detto are Melbourne based comedians who have been performing in festivals across Australia since 2016.
They are passionate about engaging kids in a meaningful way and developing works which empower children to have creative control, ensuring that they are not performing at the kids, but with them.
They aim to involve audiences in the action, creating open spaces of play, curiosity and imagination for children and adults alike.
WHERE: The Lark at Gluttony
WHEN: Sat, 15 Mar – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 60 mins
RATING: G
BAM WOW Amazing Show
Bamboozled Productions brand new truly multi-generational show for children. BAM WOW Amazing Show, is guaranteed to entertain the young and the young at heart. One of Australia’s finest jugglers, the international street theatre sensation and film star, Mr Spin brings his jaw dropping circus skills, mad capped antics, and kooky comedy to the stage.
With his sidekick THE MAESTRO on piano, they deliver a funny, laugh a minute show that has the children and adults thoroughly entertained. In matching suits and bright red socks, MAESTRO acts as the straight foil to Mr Spin – except when he doesn’t.
Mr Spin’s primary schtick is to emphasize what can go wrong, and what can go wonderfully right! In this ode to vaudeville, there is a wonderful clothing routine that every child and parent can relate to, plenty of slapstick with a music stand that won’t go together.
A quirky magic routine, a six-ball juggling saga and ballet routine. This all leads up to a finale that will take your breath away, whether through laughter or pure wonder. Mr Spin high up on a zig- zag unicycle playing a mini bass, and a one-man band with drums, piano accordion and trumpet, this show is really BAM WOW Amazing! And yes, there are fart jokes.
WHERE: Le Cascadeur at The Garden of Unearthly Delights
WHEN: Sat, 15 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 50 mins
RATING: G
Kids in Adelaide Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“This hilarious duo put on such a fun and entertaining show, they had the whole crowd laughing for the full 50 minutes. These guys know the jokes to get kids giggling!” – Read our full review here
Mario The Maker Magician
Winner of the Best Kids & Family Award Adelaide Fringe 2024.
Robots and magic and slapstick… oh my!
Direct from NYC, the award winning Mario The Maker Magician is set to return to the Adelaide Fringe after sell-out shows last year.
Contagiously upbeat and full of heart, the ever-endearing Mario leads you through a romping explosion of energy and belly laughs punctuated with moments of heart and emotion that will catch you by surprise. Not “just a kids’ show,” this is an all-ages theatre experience… for adults, kids, families… everyone.
“the best kids magician in the world!!” -David Blaine
WHERE: The Roundhouse at The Garden of Unearthly Delights
WHEN: Fri, 14 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 50 mins
RATING: G
Kids in Adelaide Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“A hilarious and magical journey with moments of heartfelt inspiration. Mario the Maker Magician is a must-see show for kids at the Fringe! Funny and interactive, the room was filled with energy, and the kids were laughing so hard! A Fringe must see for kids.” – Read our full review here
AFRIQUE EN CIRQUE
Returning to Adelaide Fringe after last year’s spectacular premiere: The incredible Afrique en Cirque is a show by Yamoussa Bangoura, inspired by daily life in Guinea. This performance shares the beauty, youth and artistry of African culture through a colourful show that will make any space vibrate with energy. It represents strength, agility and life’s joys of young Africans. The audience will see acrobats execute gravity defying moves and human pyramids, all to the contemporary sounds of Afro-Jazz, percussion, and Kora.
Yamoussa Bangoura is a multidisciplinary artist of Guinean origin, who created the company Kalabanté Productions in 2007. Yamoussa always had a dream of founding a circus school and having his own company in African arts. As a young man, he studied the circus performers he saw on European TV and practised on the beach by his home. Eventually he joined Circus Baobab, Guinea’s original circus, and in the early 2000s he was recruited to perform in Canada.
Living in Montreal for several years, the hub of circus in Canada, Yamoussa began to develop his own shows, which over the past several years have been increasingly gathering attention and recognition in the worldwide circus arts community. Don’t miss this family-friendly spectacular that attracted rave reviews last Adelaide Fringe.
★★★★ – Kids in Adelaide (2024)
★★★★½ – InReview
★★★★★ – See Do Eat Review
★★★★★ – Lilithia Reviews
WHEN: 8-22 March (8-10, 15-16, 22-23 Mar at 2PM, 11-12, 14-15, 19-22 Mar at 8:20PM)
WHERE: The Flamingo at Gluttony
DURATION: 60 mins
RATING: G
Signor Baffo
Interactive Theatre International (ITI) is proud to present Signor Baffo at Adelaide Fringe Festival in 2025!
Having toured the UK since 2013, this gorgeous interactive children’s comedy is making its Australian debut, lauded by kids everywhere: it’ll ‘blow your head off’ (Kai, aged 7). An interactive treat for children 3+ and their families.
There’s chaos in the kitchen when Signor Baffo’s left in charge! All the answers to all the most important questions of the day are revealed in the charming culinary chaos of Signor Baffo’s kitchen: What’s the best way to mix meatballs with spaghetti? How do you make a chicken lay an egg? And how exactly does a sausage roll? In this supremely silly interactive children’s show, expect generous helpings of fun, mischief and adventure.
“A clever script, simple plot and superb clowning and slapstick ensure a young audience is enthralled” (Remote Goat)
“A must-see show” Child Friendly Brighton
Starring actor Joshua Burton (Holding The Man), who continues touring with ITI family following wildly successful Australian tour of Roald Dahl and The Imagination Seekers in which he starred.
WHERE: Ukiyo at Gluttony – Rymill Park
WHEN: Sat, 22 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar 60 min
DURATION: 60 mins
RATING: G
CIRCUS The Show
Roll up! Roll up! Prepare to enter a world of whimsy, wonder and amazement where your imagination will soar like never before, in this completely re-imagined family circus spectacular! Having garnered countless 5-star reviews, this internationally award-winning, sell-out sensation is once again flipping into town for the Adelaide Fringe!
WINNER • Best Children’s Event • Adelaide Fringe Weeklies 2021, 2023, 2024
NOMINEE • Best Kids Show • Sydney Fringe 2024
★★★★ The Advertiser
★★★★★ The Clothesline
★★★★★ Edinburgh Festival for Kids
★★★★★ Jenna’s Jamboree
★★★★★ The Phoenix
★★★★★ Gig Gossip
DON’T MISS OUT – 6 SHOWS ONLY!
WHERE: The Moa at Gluttony
WHEN: Sat, 22 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 60 mins
RATING: G
Sawdust
Sawdust tells the story of a baby elephant navigating the thrills, friendships and fun of circus life.
Moving between whimsical and heartfelt moments, the production takes audiences on a lively adventure where they get to meet Sawdust and an eclectic mix of performers—each with their own quirks and wisdom to share. With stunning visuals, eclectic music, and larger-than-life characters, Sawdust is a celebration of community, belonging, and the magic that unfolds when you discover your place in the world.
Sawdust is brought to life through a beautifully realised life sized puppet. Operated expertly from inside the puppet, we are able to create a living, breathing, energetic and fun baby elephant onstage that can interact with the characters in the show and the audience. Made by the brilliant Australian company Erth, this puppet is unlike any you may have seen onstage before.
In addition to the puppet, we have three electric and quirky cirque performers as well as a wonderful female live vocalist who plays the role of the ringleader of the show.
“This show is more than a circus spectacle,” says director Melinda Gillies. “It’s about the power of connection and finding joy in life’s unexpected moments.”
WHERE: Umbrella Revolution, Garden Of Unearthly Delights.
WHEN: Feb 14 – Mar 23rd, 2025. Tues-Sat @ 6PM. Sun 5PM
DURATION: 45 mins
RATING: G
Kids in Adelaide Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2
“We absolutely loved Sawdust! This one’s got everything you want in a family Fringe show….” – read our full review here
Meg In The Magic Toyshop
It’s early morning at the Magic Toyshop and Meg the Doll can’t find her glove! Join in the winsome hunt as Meg and her best friend – Penny the Toy Soldier – enlist your help to unlock the enchanted toy boxes, reveal their hidden surprises and find the missing glove before the Toyshop opens. Using immersive stories, dances and timeless children’s songs, this show combines the warm, cosy feeling of childhood days gone by with whimsical fun for today –fabulous entertainment for children and adults alike.
A perfect show for all ages… but especially for those aged 2-6. This imaginative pre-school show was made for young people to learn and enjoy. It includes colour play, group songs, dances, Makaton signing, magic, interaction and storytelling. The relaxed nature of the performance enhances the show’s themes of friendship, perseverance and sharing. This is a perfect first Fringe experience that will be remembered for years to come.
WHERE: The Kingfisher at Gluttony
WHEN: Sat, 22 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 40mins
RATING: G
WINNER Best Kids & Family Adelaide Fringe 2024
★★★★★“Perfect for the youngest Fringe fans” Kids in Adelaide
★★★★★“all children were engaged from the front down to the back row” Whats the Show
Josh Staley: Lie to Me
Comedian, Magician & showman Josh Staley returns to the Fringe Festival after critically acclaimed, award-winning, and complete sell-out seasons across Australia.
“Lie to Me” showcases high-energy modern magic that earned Josh awards for ‘Best Magic’ & ‘Best Comedy’ in 2024. Is magic just a big lie? Can a magician tell the truth? Discover the answers through jaw-dropping moments of astonishment, masterful showmanship, and world-class sleight of hand. You’ll be gripping your chairs in suspense, then rolling in the aisles laughing, proving why Josh is regarded as one of Australia’s funniest & most skilled magicians.
WINNER – Comedy Event Award – Fringe World 2024
WINNER – BEST MAGIC, Weekly Award – Adelaide Fringe 2024
★★★★★ “Josh Staley is undoubtedly one of Australia’s best magicians” Theatre Matters
★★★★★ “This is top draw magic with a healthy serve of laughs on the side” The Funny Tonne
WHERE:The Lark at Gluttony – Rymill Park
WHEN: Nightly at 6pm, 25th of February- 2nd of March
DURATION: 60mins
RATING: G
‘The Box Show’ by Junkyard Beats
In the hands of Junkyard Beats, ordinary household items are transformed into extraordinary musical instruments and unwanted junk comes alive in exciting and surprising ways!
The Box Show excites the imagination of children and adults alike. We follow four characters during their daily activities in a world made of cardboard boxes and junk. The contents of an abandoned kitchen and wheelie bins become the greatest drum set in the world; plastic bags are an amazing musical instrument and the human body becomes a unique sound machine.
Tag along for a day in the life of a bunch of musical misfits as they reinvigorate the junk that the world has forgotten. Learn about sustainability with this high energy, imaginative music-in-education performance combining drumming, dance, theatre and comedy. With a language of gibberish and rhythm, this show is accessible to any age and nationality.
WHERE: The Virago at Gluttony – Rymill Park
WHEN: Sat, 22 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 60 mins
RATING: G
FoRT
A magical circus adventure for playful young people and their families
Dive into a magical world of play and creation, where everyday objects become a universe of fun and adventure. Two curious characters are hunting for whispers of possibility when they discover a pile of seemingly ordinary objects. Watch and be amazed as sheets, broomsticks, chairs and couches transform into fantastical places to play and explore using ridiculous clowning, spectacular acrobatics and beautiful visual imagery.
‘FoRT’ celebrates the kind of creative genius that has been known to turn lounge rooms into volcanoes, trees into castles and cardboard boxes into racing cars. If you’ve ever made a cubby in your lounge room, or helped a little one create their own, this is an inspiring and delightful new theatrical experience that you and the whole family will enjoy.
WHERE: The Factory at The Garden of Unearthly Delights
WHEN: 15 – 23 March
DURATION: 60 mins
RATING: G
All Star Circus
World-class circus talent performing extraordinary feats right before your eyes!
Graceful aerialists, amazing acrobats, and hilarious slapstick comedy by an award-winning cast of seasoned professionals. Welcome to All Star Circus, a wonderful show for families of all ages, showcasing a variety of circus disciplines by Head First Acrobats.
From the creators of the smash-hit circus show GODZ.
Experience world-class circus talent performing extraordinary feats right before your eyes! Backflips, one-arm handstands, incredible human pyramids, spinning in giant wheels, and more amazing acts from this award-winning cast of performers.
All Star Circus has something for everyone, with plenty of laughs for both young and old, and incredible physicality that can be appreciated by all!
WHERE: The Vault at Fool’s Paradise
WHEN: Sat, 22 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 55 mins
RATING: G
Diary of a Magician: Year One
5 Star family magic show! Wordless magic that’s elegantly captivating—wildest adventure through a magician’s mysterious diary.
After captivating audiences at the 2024 Adelaide Fringe with a five-star magic theater experience and embarking on a critically acclaimed European tour through the Edinburgh Fringe, Off Avignon Festival, and SZIGET Festival, Diary of a Magician returns to Adelaide with its highly anticipated re-adaption: Diary of a Magician: Year One. This new chapter leads the audiences through mesmerizing journeys across mountains, seas, and the cosmos in search of inspiration. Fusing classical Chinese poetry with modern magic, the show skillfully intertwines centuries-old verses with contemporary art.
Kids in Adelaide – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
More than just magic, this is art.
Mix Up Theatre – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Enigmatic, enthralling.
EDFringe Review – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Makes for perfect family watching.
WHERE: The Garage International @ Adelaide Town Hall
WHEN: Tue, 25 Feb – Mon, 10 Mar
DURATION: 50 mins
RATING: G
Duel & Dual
When conflict and play unfold side by side, does the world become more peaceful? If we dance between the lines of rivalry and jest, does competition cease to exist? This show explores the fine line between the two—are we battling, or simply playing?
Magic × Mime × Martial Arts《Duel & Dual》
A tale of rivalry and camaraderie between two champions—Mu-Syuan Chang, and Tu Strange—who cross paths after winning in stage and close-up magic at the 2023 Magic Convention, forging an unexpected connection. They meet, realize they are evenly matched, and face an inevitable question: Who’s stronger? Is it an unavoidable showdown or just a friendly contest?
The stage brims with wit and skillful performances, blurring the line between competition and friendship. Don’t miss this playful clash of mastery!
WHERE:The Garage International @ Adelaide Town Hall
WHEN: Fri, 21 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 50 mins
RATING: G
GRANDPA POSEIDON
From internationally award winning Wright&Grainger comes their first show for everyone in the family.
A kid is on holiday in a seaside town.
A seagull is stealing a chip.
And Poseidon is sat at a bus stop staring at the ocean.
It’s a story about being somewhere that feels new, about being scared of change, about talking, listening and helping someone find their feet in a new landscape.
Storytelling, with songs, and post-it notes.
It’s a story about feeling a bit lost, and about finding your way again. It’s a story about a seaside town, a retired god, and a kid.
Previous Acclaim for W&G
★★★★★ ‘This company truly are the best at storytelling’ ThreeWeeks
★★★★★ ‘Theatrical Magic. I laughed. I cried. I loved it’ Glam Adelaide
WINNER Best Theatre Adelaide Fringe 2018, 2019, 2020, 2023, 2024
WHERE: Circulating Library at The Courtyard of Curiosities at the Migration Museum
WHEN: Fri, 21 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 60 mins
RATING: G
Bunktopia – A Shadow Puppet Show
Meet the man who makes shadow puppets in a whole new way! The award winning odd-ball creator of ‘Sticks Stones Broken Bones’, ‘Swamp Juice’, ‘Slapdash Galaxy’ and ‘Bunkasaurus’, Jeff Achtem (Bunk Puppets) returns to Adelaide Fringe to show off some of his favorite shadow puppetry characters and clown adventures . Giant trolls, dancing snails and a popcorn avelanche! Put down your screen, grab some kids and come jump-start your imagination! Bunktopia is an uplifting, and imaginative puppetry showcase for all ages.
Past reviews for Bunk Puppets:
★★★★★ “Something really exceptional” Advertiser.
“He reminds you what your imagination is for” The Skinny.
“Innovative, memorable. Fun” The Times UK.
“An absolute master of the worlds he creates” FringeReview UK.
★★★★★ “It’s hard to imagine a more entertaining, generous of inspirational show.” FringeReview Adelaide.
“A hilarious, ingenious show” Adelaide Theatre Guide.
“Pure theater magic, filling the room with joy and wonder” NY Theater Now.
“Unmissable pleasure” Broadway World.
WHERE: Garden of Unearthly Delights
WHEN: 8-9-10 Mar. 15-16 Mar, 22-23 Mar: at 11 am
DURATION: 55mins
RATING: G
Comedy For The Curious: Animals!
The globally touring science comedy show, Comedy for the Curious, is coming to The Adelaide Fringe (Mar 1 – 23) with a KIDS VERSION! Hosted by multi-award winning comedian Robyn Perkins (and featuring Gavin Nicklette), this critically acclaimed show is designed to blow the minds of a 7+ audience.
The show’s marine biologist turned comedian host, Robyn Perkins (originally from the US) uses her unique style of comedy, combining science and stand-up, to create a comedy game show all about ANIMALS. This show combines comedy, music and games, a format which can’t help but engage with children and their naturally inquisitive minds.
“Educational, Informative and Entertaining” ★★★★ Three Weeks Edinburgh, 2024
“The show is designed to get kids excited about science by showcasing how fun animals are. Who is smarter, Cats or Dogs? Is the puppy dog look for real? What the heck is a nudibranch? Strap in, because this show has the answers,” says Perkins.
This show combines stand-up comedy, science comedy, games, music and prizes. While it is geared at a 7+ audience, all are welcome (even adults!).
WHERE: Gluttony (Piglet)
WHEN: 1pm, Mar 1, 2, 8, 9, 10, 22, 23
DURATION: 45 mins
RATED: G
YOAH
At the 2025 Adelaide Fringe, don’t miss the return of YOAH! YOAH comes direct from Japan’s most talked-about contemporary circus company, CIRQUEWORK. This new style of circus is a fusion of Japanese drums, electro sounds and digital effects, fusing together the themes of “tradition and innovation”.
CIRQUEWORK was created by a group of young circus artists active in Japan and abroad. By combining acrobatics, dance, music, lighting and visual effects, the company’s unique form of entertainment is full of originality.
YOAH had its Australian premiere at Gluttony in 2024 to rave reviews, and is an exciting choice for Fringegoers, including families with older children and teens, this season.
★★★★★ Kids in Adelaide (2024)
★★★★★ InReview
★★★★★ Your Local Hok
★★★★★ Hi Fi Way
★★★★★ See Do Eat Review
WHEN: 21-23, 25-28 Feb, 1-2, 4-9, 11-16, 18-23 Mar at 6:30PM
WHERE: The Moa at Gluttony
DURATION: 60 min
RATING: PG
Other Warnings: Loud noises, smoke effect, strobe lighting; contains some scenes that very small children may find scary
KABOOM!
The maddest of mad scientists, Magnus Danger Magnus, heads back to Adelaide Fringe; with the crowd-favourite, all ages electromagnetic extravaganza – KABOOM! He’s exploded his way across the country, lighting fires on stage and setting kids’ curiosity ablaze; now he’s built a fascinating new set of gizmos and gadgets guaranteed to electrify!
“Electrifying!” ★★★★½ The West Australian
“Everything a science show should be, AND MORE!” ★★★★★ Seesaw Mag
‘I wish I had a science teacher like Magnus growing up!’ ★★★★★ Perth Happenings
WINNER – Science at the Fringe Award • Adelaide Fringe ’24
WINNER – Best Children’s Event • FRINGE WORLD ’19, ’20
Join this fan-favourite here in Adelaide for this incredible conglomeration of explosions, experiments, hilarity and audience participation in a 60 minute science spectacular!
WHERE: The Virago at Gluttony – Rymill Park
WHEN: Sat, 22 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 60mins
RATING: G
The Greatest Magic Show
“This is THE SHOW to see!” ★★★★★ Entertainment Now
This sell-out sensation of the past 4 years is set to return with more whimsical wonders than ever before! Having garnered international acclaim performing at the biggest arts festivals across the globe, stars Sam, Justin and the enchanting Ringmaster are returning to Edinburgh with brand-new illusions direct from a Las Vegas stage!
Joining them will be the enchanting Ringmaster, who after searching far and wide, has finally found The Greatest Magic Show – and will do everything he can to keep it on track!
WINNER Best Children’s Show 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023
‘A Rollicking Rollercoaster Ride!’ ★★★★½ The West Australian
‘The highest quality children’s magic show you are ever likely to see!’ ★★★★★ Fringe Feed
FREE MAGIC WAND on entry!
WHERE: The Virago at Gluttony – Rymill Park
WHEN: Sat, 22 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 60 mins
RATING: G
Fringe For Kids
The best in family friendly entertainment this Fringe!
‘Fringe For Kids’ returns with the finest acts for kids, performed by the most talented artists in town. With a fresh new line up every day, the show promises fits of giggles and awe-inspiring stunts. Featuring Circus, Music, Comedy, Drag and Magic! Reach into the lucky dip that is Fringe for Kids and be delighted by what you’ll find.
★★★★ “You could book tickets to every ‘Fringe For Kids’ show over the Fringe season and see something different each time – this is the perfect show if your kids are the types who don’t want to sit quietly, but instead want to clap, cheer, stomp and whoop.” – Kids in Adelaide
WHERE: Gluttony – Rymill Park
WHEN: Sat, 22 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 50 mins
RATING: G mins
The Farmy Farm
The creators of smash hit Children are Stinky are thrilled to present their newest show, The Farmy Farm. A super exciting, action packed, veggie celebration. Featuring high calibre circus, a rocking soundtrack, and genuine belly laughs, this show is winning combination for families who love acrobatics, the outdoors and a giggle.
Performed by Josie Wardrope (Circus Oz) and Sam Aldham (Ben 10 live), who deliver a powerhouse of circus talent with daredevil stunts, incredible acrobatics, high flying trapeze. Directed by award winning Malia Walsh (Werk it, Neon, Children are Stinky) who specialises in creating shows with innovative stagecraft combined with mischievous fun which entertains both adults and children.
The Farmy Farm was created on a farm with the sounds of kookaburras, chickens pecking and our kids giggling climbing gumtrees next to the shed.
A jam packed 50 min show is targeted at 3-10 year olds and created with parents in mind. The Farmy Farm is enjoyable for the whole family with plenty of jokes and a cleverly choreographed acts with juggling carrots, balancing hay bales, camping chairs and a genuine celebration of farm life and the Aussie outdoors. It’s comedy like The Castle on the set of Babe performed by Cirque du Soleil… The Farmy Farm has more going on than a chook in a worm farm.
WHERE: The Factory at The Garden of Unearthly Delights
WHEN: Sat, 15 Feb – Sun, 02 Mar
DURATION: 50 mins
RATING: G
Kids in Adelaide Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2
“Jenny and Kenny keep everyone on their toes with 50 minutes of farm themed tricks and aerobatics. Lots of laughs are had throughout, with jokes for the kids (and the adults!).” – Read our full review here!
Maho Magic
The iconic ‘Maho Magic Bar’ will transport you and your family to glittering Tokyo! Japan’s masters of magic are ready to astound with fresh tricks and Maho Magic Bar’s signature charm.
Prepare for incredible close-up magic, lots of laughter and delicious mocktails and cocktails! You’ll see these masters at work at point blank range, putting a wild contemporary spin on Japan’s magic traditions, dating back to the Edo period. Be just inches from the action (and sometimes even closer!).
Special family-friendly shows are on weekend afternoons, while evening shows are recommended for ages 12+. Bring the whole family for a fun-filled afternoon, book a birthday party to remember, or indulge in a magical date night.
Alongside single and small group tickets, you can also book an exclusive table for up to 14 guests or even book the entire show/venue for 25-67 people for an exclusive party to remember.
WHERE: The Garden of Unearthly Delights
WHEN: February 14 – March 23
DURATION: 60 mins
RATING: PG
Kids in Adelaide Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Maho Magic Bar isn’t just a show – it’s an experience. If you’re in Adelaide this Fringe season, make sure this one is at the top of your list! Whether you’re after a slice of Tokyo nightlife, some sophisticated laughs, or just to see magic in its finest form, you’ll find it all in this hidden gem of the Garden of Unearthly Delights.
read our full review here
Mission to the Moon
Mission to the Moon takes you on a captivating journey with three quirky, acrobatic astronauts, blending circus artistry, clowning, and real space science. Inspired by NASA’s upcoming Artemis program — which will see humans once again step foot on the Moon — this show imagines jugglers defying gravity and tumbling among the stars!
With a mix of classic circus skills, laughter, and exciting space facts, Mission to the Moon offers a fresh, imaginative take on our fascination with space. Get ready for a performance that’s as entertaining as it is enlightening.
WHERE: The Lark at Gluttony – Rymill Park
WHEN: 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd & 23rd March
DURATION: 55 mins
RATING: G (great for age 4 – 9)
Josh Staley – Wacky Wizardry Goes Wrong
Josh’s dream of becoming the world’s greatest wizard does not always go to plan. Join him in this mad and modern magic show that is funny, interactive & fast-paced, perfect for children & childish adults. The audience is the star of the show in this can’t-miss experience. Many of the illusions use simple household items, which means you can continue on your wizarding way long after the curtains close. You may even learn some tricks, so every little wizard goes home with a special magical gift.
WHERE: The Kingfisher at Gluttony – Rymill Park
WHEN: Sat, 22 February – Sun, 23 March at 1 pm
DURATION: 60 mins
RATING: G
The Messy Magic Adventure
Spray and Wipe have been hired for their most exciting job ever – cleaning a magician’s house! But when they accidentally let the magic out of its box, everything is turned topsy-turvy. Now, the audience must help Spray and Wipe get the magic back in the box before the magician comes home, as her house gets messier and messier! Waterproof cover provided for the front row…
Rollicking Entertainment’s cult classic kids show delivers the best of circus, slapstick and magic in this very special adventure for children aged 3 to 8.
“Gleeful physical comedy… Highly recommended” Theatreview (NZ)
WINNER 2024 Production of the Year, PAYPA (New Zealand children’s entertainment awards)
WHERE: The Factory at The Garden of Unearthly Delights
WHEN: Sat, 08 Mar – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 50 mins
RATING: G
Evolution Revolution
An interactive games show all about evolution using the audience themselves as raw materials! Find out how closely related your family is to the great apes. Join a team and test your knowledge of weird and wonderful animals and win stickers, prizes and, of course, glory!
Written and hosted by comedian and scientist Kate Smurthwaite, who has made over 2000 TV and radio appearances including ABC and the BBC and written for Have I Got News For You? and BAFTA-winning The Revolution Will Be Televised.
WHERE: The Piglet (open-air) at Gluttony – Rymill Park
WHEN: Sat 08 Mar – Mon 10 Mar: 3:00pm, Sat 15 Mar – Sun 16 Mar: 3:00pm, Sat 22 Mar – Sun 23 Mar: 3:00pm
DURATION: 50mins
RATING: G
Baby Shark and Tails of the Seven Seas
An Edinburgh and Edmonton Fringe Sell Out Show!
Join Fiddlefox and Baby Shark for an immersive musical experience, travelling to different lands around the world seeking a lost friend, while experiencing the sights and sounds of each culture through song, magic and story. Children will participate in a choose-your-own-adventure style program, encountering a variety of friendly beasts along the way such as kangaroos, elephants and crabs! On this multimedia voyage, visit diverse parts of the globe including Japan, Australia and Brazil, joining the cast in songs and dances of the world while being mesmerized by magical exploits along the way.
The Music Makers Foundation is a non-profit organization which has published over 70+ books for young children focused on celebrating the diverse songs and stories of the planet including the “Fiddlefox World Heritage Songbook and Storybook series”. Music Makers Foundation has also served over one thousand children through our childcare centers throughout the United States. Performer, the Blue Violin is the former 1st violinist of the Boston String Quartet, and has performed with John Mayer, Paul Simon, Jennifer Holliday, the Turtle Island Quartet, and members of Celtic Woman and Riverdance. Blue Violin has appeared as soloist with the Prague Metropolitan Symphony and Athens Recording Orchestra.
When: Sat, 15 Feb – Sun, 16 Mar
Time: 11:15am: The Lark @ Gluttony – Rymill Park | 11:15am: Main Theatre @ Adelaide College of the Arts
Duration: 50 mins
Rating: G
Kids in Adelaide Review
A cute interactive cultural adventure the celebrates friendship with music, dance and magic….read more here
The Revolting Children of Tomorrow
The Revolting Children of Tomorrow takes you on a journey from the dark streets of New York City to the bright lights of Broadway! Meet Annabelle (Kimora Njoroge) and Tildie (Zoe Burns) who are dreaming of leaving behind their revolting, hard-knock life to become stars! The Revolting Children of Tomorrow features songs and characters from beloved musicals including CATS, GREASE and more!
This is a show for the whole family with lots of opportunities to get up and sing and dance with our cast of 25 talented performers. This original production directed, choreographed and produced by Star Academy made its Adelaide Fringe debut in 2018 at Star Academy a sell out season! The Revolting Children returns in 2025 to bring a new generation of children music, laughs and heart warming moments!
WHERE: The May Wirth at Gluttony – Rymill Park
WHEN: Sun, 23 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
DURATION: 60 mins
RATING: G
3 Pigs
Piggy Power takes over the Adelaide Fringe!
Join us for the Australian premiere of ‘3 Pigs’, a toe-tapping, snout-wiggling musical adventure perfect for the whole family! Brought to you by AK Creative and licensed by Storybook Theatre, this lively production reimagines the classic tale with a hilarious twist that will have kids giggling and adults grinning.
Featuring four of Adelaide Fringe’s most accomplished and award-winning artists, ‘3 Pigs’ is packed with catchy tunes, colorful characters, and delightful surprises around every corner. This is a show filled with heart, humor, and heaps of Piggy Power!
Get ready to sing along, cheer for the three brave pigs, and watch as they outsmart the Big Bad Wolf in a story of friendship, courage, and a whole lot of porky pizzazz!
WHEN & WHERE: Tuesday 4th March at 11am at The Shedley Theatre | Saturday the 22nd March at 11am at The Domain Theatre (Marion Cultural Centre)
DURATION: 45 mins
RATING: G
Press Play: interactive concert for kids
Press Play is a sensory-friendly interactive live music concert for kids aged 0-7 years, designed for kids of all abilities and featuring all original music by Adelaide-based songwriter and registered music therapist Alice Orchard.
Performed by Alice and talented singer/actor Amy Wyatt, and supported by art therapist Grace Stovin-Bradford, the concert features curated activities such as playing musical instruments, movement, paper craft and imaginative play in a garden setting with a wind-chime forest, a giant silk rainbow and disco-ball moon and stars. Both 45-minute shows are “relaxed performances” where children are encouraged to move about, play and interact with the performances during the show.
Get ready to sing along by streaming original songs from the show on Alice and Amy’s YouTube channel or Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/aliceandamysing).
Press Play’ premieres at Marion Cultural Centre at 11am on Sunday 9th and Sunday 16th March, with tickets available through Fringetix.
WHERE: Domain Theatre at Marion Cultural Centre
WHEN: 11.00am, Sunday March 9 and 11.00am Sunday March 16, 2025
DURATION: 45 mins
RATING: G
More Adelaide Fringe Shows for Kids in 2025
Mr Snotbottom vs The Zombie Boogers – The Science of Snot
★★★★★ “an unforgettable experience” Kids in Adelaide (2024)
Can fringe favourite Mr Snotbottom stop an army of barbaric boogies and monster mucus from suffocating the planet with foul phlegm?!
Well come aboard a talking space craft & actually experience what it would be like to shrink down and explore the gnarly nasal passage in this hilariously slimy sci-fi perfect for kids ages 6+
What is mucus? Why do we sneeze? What happens when you eat your boogers?! Discover the science of snot, excite in ewwy experiments and actually battle beastly boogers in a highly interactive show where YOU get to be the hero!
Enter code ‘ZOMBIES’ for $20 tickets, exclusive to Kids In Adelaide readers!
The Glow Squad
Join the Glow Squad for an interactive children’s glow concert perfect for primary school kids ages 5-12 and their families!
Meet Starlight, Dynamite, Flash, Lightning, Dazzle, and the charming Glowbot for an electrifying family theatre experience that blends storytelling, music, dance, and dazzling special effects. Immerse yourself in cutting-edge light displays, smoke effects, bubbles, vibrant glow elements, and floating LED glow planets and balloons, transforming the stage into a glowing galaxy. Each scene captivates and enchants, making it a visual feast for the eyes. Children join in on the dances, learning the moves and becoming part of the show.
Our songs and script promote cultural diversity, acceptance, resilience, friendships, individuality, confidence, and self-love. Follow the Glow Squad on a mission to restore glow on planet Earth, learning valuable lessons about friendship, truth, and well-being. This heartwarming tale resonates with audiences of all ages, promoting teamwork, self-acceptance, and the importance of well-being through catchy songs and energetic dance routines.
Bubble Show in Space
Have you ever been in a room with a Million Bubbles?
Embark on a soap-tastic adventure to the intergalactic wonder that is bubbles in space!
See a bubble like a rocket that launches 10 metres into the air, clear bubbles filled with smoke, bubbles that join into each other and separate, shadow bubble puppetry, fire bubbles, a bubble fire tornado, Aliens that could inside bubbles(children from the audience), bubbles that spin like a carousel, giant bubble tubes that arch through the sky and bubbles so big that several people could fit inside! The show finishes in a million bubble party that fills the room in a celebration of bubbles.
Flying Bubble Show
Dive into ‘The Flying Bubble Show’, where dreams and reality blur in a breathtaking fusion of bubble magic and aerial flying. Watch in awe as Maxwell the Bubbleologist soars through the sky, creating millions of shimmering bubbles with each leap and twirl. It’s a dazzling spectacle that will captivate both kids and adults, making it the perfect family day out. After the show, the fun continues as kids can chase and pop bubbles outside, and families can step inside a bubble for an unforgettable photo. Don’t miss this magical adventure that will leave your family with memories to cherish forever.
This is a show for all families, with fun interactive elements that will create lasting memories.
The Giant Balloon Show
Take everything you know about balloons, add an award-winning entertainer, an 80s soundtrack, and twist that into a hilarious show for the whole family. Expect feverous balloon sculptures, high-energy comic performance and, of course, the all-important giant balloon!
The Pinky Pie Party
The Pinky Pie Party returns!
The best 50 minutes at the fringe for kids, with confetti cannons, bubbles, face paint, dress-ups, craft areas, balloon drops, and pyrotechnics guaranteed to get you dancing whether you’re two or 200 years old.
DJ Alba Lorca is only eight years old, but she’s already a fringe veteran. This will be her third season at the Adelaide Fringe, she’s got new tracks, new special effects, new guests, and all your favourites lined up.
★★★★★ “This has to be close to the best fun for kids 8 and under at the Fringe” Kids in Adelaide 2024
Lost in Translation presents: Harry Potter – PG Edition
Lost in Translation takes classic film scripts, runs them through an online translator a dozen times, and then reads the results live on stage in character! For Lost in Translation – PG Edition, they’ve taken their most popular script “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” and taken out all the rude parts.
Having garnered a devoted following at Adelaide Fringe since its inception in 2021, ‘Lost in Translation’ has become a cult sensation, with its shows consistently selling out. Audiences have returned time and time again, with each night featuring a different script and line up of guests which inject a fresh burst of energy and spontaneity into the performance.
To get the most enjoyment, Lost in Translation recommend you watch the film beforehand.
Where: The Vault at Fool’s Paradise
When: Sat, 08 Mar
The Little Mermaid
The Spirit of the Sea tells us the story of Ariel, a Little Mermaid who dreams of living in the human world. She collects human things which have fallen into the sea and swims up to a rock to watch the ships.
There is a fierce storm and Ariel rescues a handsome Prince from drowning. Ursula the evil Sea Witch was watching in her Crystal Ball.
Ursula agrees to change Ariel’s mermaid tail into legs but takes away her beautiful voice, which she puts in a shell on her neck. Prince Eric meets Ariel – she cannot speak but tries to persuade the Prince to kiss her to free her from Ursula’s spell. They dance in fun before going to the Palace Ball.
Ursula arrives to stop Ariel and Eric from falling in love. The Prince snatches the shell to return Ariel’s beautiful voice.
They kiss and are married.
Where: Star Theatre One at Star Theatres
When: Sat, 22 Mar – Sun, 23 Mar
Cartoooon!!
The world-famous unicycle acrobatics show! Winner of Japan’s Children and Performing Arts Expo 2019, pioneers of both unicycle acrobatics and contemporary Japanese clowning, the unparalleled combination of skill and humour makes this a must-see family Fringe show.
With the rare combination of world champion-level skills and a truly original style, the duo fuse circus with manga-like characters to deliver a masterclass in the universal language of laughter. Follow the journey of the mischievous Cheeky and her journey into the magical world of The Big Top.
Where: The Lab at Fool’s Paradise
When: Sat, 22 Feb – Sun, 16 Mar
Academy of Magic
FRINGE AWARD WINNER 2024 – Academy of Magic is back with a bang! Join The Academy of Magic and learn an amazing new skill to impress friends & family, taught by professional wizards.
Part immersive magic show, part workshop, each child ticket will receive a set of magical props, complete with the tools needed to transform them into masterful magicians. These take-home items are more than just toys; they are keys to unlocking confidence and enhancing communication skills.
Discover the power of focus, patience, and creativity – vital skills that extend far beyond the realm of magic.
Make sure to wear your finest wizard costume (prizes for the best!) and prepare for a magical experience to remember
Where: BankSA Theatre at Gluttony – Rymill Park
When: Sat, 22 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
Cosmo’s Magical Box Show
Roll up, roll up and let Cosmo entertain you with magic, comedy, music and dance.
After many years of Busking and hosting kids parties, Cosmo has perfected the art of pure, light-hearted entertainment. Be enchanted by his charismatic personality and join in the antics of a fun filled show. A Bit Of Fun & Magic is a perfect show for the whole family.
Internationally acclaimed children’s performer Joel Spence is set to take the stage as Cosmo the Clown with his new set; cosmos magical box show
Cosmo the Clown has been entertaining for over 10 years, starting out as a street performer around Sydney Harbour and now having performed in fringe festivals all over Australia, Prague and Canada.
“From a young age I have loved entertaining friends and family,” said Spence. “I always got stuck into school musicals and kept everyone laughing. This is my career and my life and I love it”.
A show filled with magic, interactivity, big laughs and pizazz; this is a show the kids will be raving about for weeks.
Amazing Drumming Monkeys – Monkey Beats for Little Feet
The Amazing Drumming Monkeys are back, bringing their beats, bops, and bonkers antics to the Adelaide Fringe! This isn’t your average kids’ show. Over 21 years of performing around the globe, there is a reason why this show is so well loved and is so enduring. With rhythms so catchy, even parents will be grooving along.
Designed for ages 2-6 (and their grown-ups), ‘Monkey Beats for Little Feet’ serves up equal parts silliness and skill, as two lovable puppets go wild on the drums.
It’s charming, it’s chaotic, and it’s the most fun you can have with a bunch of drums and two cheeky monkeys! Families will be laughing and dancing together. The audience even gets to play drums with the Monkeys! (Small drums provided). It’s a fantastic show.
★★★★★ ‘Our favourite concert’ Rolling Music – China.
‘Banging Good Fun’ WOMADelaide
‘The Next Bananas’ Triple J
Sleeps Hill Tunnel
The award-winning Sleeps Hill Tunnel returns in 2025, offering an exclusive chance to explore a hidden part of Adelaide’s history. This 377-metre tunnel will feature immersive projections and installations showcasing its past, from steam trains to mushroom farming.
Kids in Adelaide review
⭐⭐⭐⭐
”If you’re looking for a fun, slightly quirky adventure for the kids, the Sleeps Hill Tunnel light projection show at the Adelaide Fringe is definitely worth checking out!
South Australians love a good light show, and this one’s no exception – it’s like walking through a glowing wonderland of surprises! Just be warned, it can get a bit claustrophobic in the tunnel (so no running races inside, okay?) and it’s best to go on a cooler day.
Did we love it? Absolutely! It’s a unique and immersive experience that’s definitely one for the Fringe bucket list!”
2025 Adelaide Fringe Shows for Teens + Tweens
AFRIQUE EN CIRQUE
Love Life Laundry
What happens when two acrobats fall in love? The quirks, the antics, the bed sheet wars, and other everyday moments are explored by two love birds celebrating the ups and downs of their love. Peek into the domestic lives of Anthony and Fay as they retell the twist and tumbles of their relationship through a unique fusion of powerful aerials, silly acrobatics, and absurd dance in a light-hearted, wholesome show.
YOAH
At the 2025 Adelaide Fringe, don’t miss the return of YOAH! YOAH comes direct from Japan’s most talked-about contemporary circus company, CIRQUEWORK. This new style of circus is a fusion of Japanese drums, electro sounds and digital effects, fusing together the themes of “tradition and innovation”.
CIRQUEWORK was created by a group of young circus artists active in Japan and abroad. By combining acrobatics, dance, music, lighting and visual effects, the company’s unique form of entertainment is full of originality.
YOAH had its Australian premiere at Gluttony in 2024 to rave reviews, and is an exciting choice for Fringegoers, including families with older children and teens, this season.
YOAH is rated PG, and runs 21 February – 23 March at The Moa in Gluttony.
★★★★★ Kids in Adelaide (2024)
★★★★★ InReview
★★★★★ Your Local Hok
★★★★★ Hi Fi Way
★★★★★ See Do Eat Review
Duration: 60 min
Dates: 21-23, 25-28 Feb, 1-2, 4-9, 11-16, 18-23 Mar at 6:30PM
Location: The Moa at Gluttony
Rymill Park / Murlawirrapurka, Cnr East Tce & Rundle Rd, Adelaide, Kaurna Country
Age Suitability: PG
Other Warnings: Loud noises, smoke effect, strobe lighting; contains some scenes that very small children may find scary
Dream State
Enter the Dream State, a visceral journey through the subconscious where each step pulls you deeper into the surreal.
This walk-through audiovisual experience unfolds like a dream—familiar yet strange—inviting you to cross the shifting thresholds of perception and imagination. Each room holds an essence that morphs and abstracts as you progress, embodying the way thoughts dissolve and reform in a dream.
Dream State blurs the boundaries of meaning and interpretation. The installation mirrors a cascade of evolving dreams, where seen becomes unseen, known becomes unknown, stillness gives way to movement, and silence transitions to sound.
You will emerge with fragments of an intangible story – one that lingers just out of reach, yet undeniably felt.
Created by David Musch.
Kids in Adelaide Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2“Absolutely insane. Walking into Dream State is like stepping into another dimension. It’s weird, it’s wild, and you honestly have no idea what’s coming next. The whole thing has this trance-like vibe, with swirling lights and pulsing sounds that mess with your senses in the best way possible.
It’s definitely worth a walk-through if you’ve got half an hour to spare. Probably even better if you go on your own – you can really get lost in the experience without any distractions. It’s one of those things that you just have to see to understand.
Now, is it kid-friendly? Hard to say. It’s not scary, but it is intense. I wouldn’t take little ones, but older kids who don’t mind bright lights and crazy effects might get a kick out of it. Just know what you’re getting into, it’s not your usual Fringe show.
If you’re up for something different and don’t mind feeling a bit like you’re in a dream (or a crazy music video), Dream State is worth checking out. It’s strange, it’s unique, and it’s artistic brilliance at its most immersive.”
So Fresh! Hits of the 2000s
Is it too soon to be nostalgic over the noughties? NEVER!
Nothing screams the 2000s more than a SO FRESH CD…a compilation that defined our best memories, heartbreaks & fashion tragedies.
Fresh from their 2024 Adl Fringe Award win & with copious amounts of 5 star reviews, Chloe Castledine & co returns for another season, with non-stop bangers from the early 2000s. This show will jam pack nostalgic hit after hit, in one hour of power.
The Cast bring you again a 10 piece ensemble; live band, dancers and all…it’ll be a party bringing in the Y2K all over again! Gather your besties and be ready to dance.
“The Cast will rock you to it’s core” Glam Adelaide
“Energy, personality & talent” Guy Sebastian
Duration: 60 min
Dates: Tue, 25 Feb – Sun, 09 Mar
Location: The May Wirth at Gluttony – Rymill Park
Age Suitability: PG
Other Warnings: Strobe Lighting
The 60 Four: Living in the ’70s
Dust off those flare pants and polish those platform shoes! The 60 Four are back at Gluttony with their electrifying tribute to the 1970s.
Celebrating legends like The Bee Gees, Elton John, ABBA, Kiss, Sherbet, Skyhooks and more, this 60-minute show delivers non-stop hits that will have you grooving from start to finish.
A true SA success story, The 60 Four now dazzle audiences around the world, breathing new life into old-school classics with exciting choreography and intricate vocal harmonies.
It’s a Las Vegas-style extravaganza by ‘Australia’s best tribute act’. Boogie on down to Gluttony and see for yourself!
Where: The Peacock at Gluttony – Rymill Park
When: Fri, 21 Feb – Sun, 02 Mar
Rating: G
2025 Adelaide Fringe Show for us (adults)
Adults Only Magic Show
Fresh off stellar SELL-OUT SEASONS around Australia including FRINGE WORLD, Adelaide Fringe, Melbourne Comedy Festival and Sydney Spiegeltent – as well as internationally at Edinburgh Festival Fringe – prepare for a wild and raunchy, adults-only (18+) night of pure entertainment, magic and comedy with Sam, Justin, and Magnus ‘Danger’ Magnus.
They’ll unleash uproarious humour and mind-bending illusions from their worldwide stage experience, spiced with a dash of cheeky nudity!
This one is a fringe-favourite that will not soon be forgotten!
Where: The Peacock, Gluttony, Rymill Park SA
When: February 21st – March 23rd 2025 (Thursday – Sunday)
Rating: R18+
La Ronde
Be seduced by the world’s very best variety artists, blending the exquisite, the elegant and the extraordinary, the twisted and the utterly delightful in this world premiere trip. Step into a world where identities blur and boundaries vanish, where artists, dreamers, aristocrats, and thieves collide in a captivating carousel of love and mischief.
Journeying with you in the round will be a groundbreaking Vegas performer, circus luminaries from Europe and America, a sweetheart coming direct from the prestigious Folies Bergère in Paris, and the darlings of the European cabaret scene.
Hold on tight—unexpected twists and irresistible allure await at every turn. Your seat is ready.
Remember… Life, is better in the Round.
Where: The Spiegeltent at The Garden of Unearthly Delights
When: Fri, 14 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
Rating: M15+
Kids in Adelaide Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐” Wow. Just wow! La Ronde has landed in Adelaide for the first time, and we’re calling it… this is the show to book for your next girls’ night out. In The Garden of Unearthly Delights, Strut & Fret have crafted a mesmerising blend of jaw-dropping acrobatics, side-splitting comedy, and just the right amount of spice.
From start to finish, it’s 90 minutes of absolute quality. The aerial acts are breathtaking, showcasing incredible strength and grace. The cast is not only supremely talented but also exudes a magnetic charm that keeps all eyes glued to the stage. Sam Goodburn, balancing on his unicycle and engaging the audience with effortless skill, brings a delightful lightness to the performance that had us in fits of laughter. And GiGi McFarlane is a true powerhouse, delivering vocals that sent shivers down our spines.
There’s a reason La Ronde has been receiving five-star reviews, and after experiencing it ourselves, we can confirm – it’s that good. It’s a roller coaster of emotions that culminates in a standing ovation. Seductive, funny, and wildly entertaining, this is one Fringe show you don’t want to miss!”
Back to Black – The Music of Amy Winehouse
UK production Back to Black takes you on a moving and energizing journey through the music of one of the World’s most naturally gifted vocal talents.
With unforgettable hits Valerie, Rehab and Back to Black this show is delivered by the incredible talent that is Reine Beau and the award-winning cast of Night Owl Shows. Night Owl shows bring you more than just the music with a new take on the tribute genre that has won them awards, sold out shows and standing ovations worldwide. You won’t just hear incredible songs, but also feel them with Reine’s incredible soulful and heart felt renditions.
Returning to Adelaide after it’s astounding reviews and reception in 2024 the Night Owl band guarantee you an unforgettable experience.
Infamous
Step into the sultry, thrilling, and daring world of ‘Infamous’, where jaw-dropping acrobatics, seductive performances, and outrageous comedy collide! In this electrifying fusion of circus, cabaret and burlesque, ‘Infamous’ brings you a night of non-stop entertainment that breaks all the rules.
From death-defying stunts performed with precision and artistry, to cheeky humour that will have you laughing out loud, ‘Infamous’ is the ultimate night out. Get ready for a wild ride where the glitz, glam and gasp-worthy acts come together in a high-energy experience you’ll never forget.
You’ll be seduced by the bold energy and breathtaking feats, set against a backdrop of dazzling lights, pulsing music, and an atmosphere charged with excitement.
Where: Main Stage at Infamous Theatre
When: Thu, 20 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
Rating: R+18
Elixir Revived
From the creators of GODZ
Incredibly athletic, hilarious, sexy, and outrageous.
Elixir Revived follows four scientists who attempt to create the elixir of life. Working for an authoritarian pharmaceutical corporation, they are forced to test the concoctions on themselves.
The mayhem that ensues is the perfect blend of physical comedy and athletic prowess.
Elixir will take you on a journey into the realm of impossibility, featuring some of the rarest and most dangerous circus apparatus in the world. These four performers have mastered skills that will make you question the limits of the human body.
More action than a movie, more laughs than a stand-up show, and way more fun than you can imagine!
Where: The Vault at Fool’s Paradise
When: Thu, 20 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
Rating: M
LIMBO – The Return
After debuting at the Adelaide Fringe in 2013, LIMBO has toured around the world and been seen by hundreds of thousands of people. (Including Madonna, twice!)
From Strut & Fret, creators of Blanc de Blanc and countless other headline shows, LIMBO is a genre defying spectacle that combines a fresh and intoxicating mix of cabaret, circus and acrobatics to the beat of New York composer Sxip Shirey’s ecstatic heart-pounding live music. Whether it’s your first time seeing LIMBO or your tenth, you will leave with the sounds of the live band and the sights of the world’s best acrobats playing in your head for weeks to come.
Where: The Spiegeltent at The Garden of Unearthly Delights
When: Fri, 14 Feb – Sun, 23 Mar
Rating: M
Kids in Adelaide Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐“If you’re a parent in need of a proper grown-up night out (no kids allowed), this is exactly what you need! This show is everything you’ve come to expect from Strut & Fret. Honestly, they’ve never let us down.
We have definitely never seen a beatboxing harmonica hybrid before, and it was such a great touch to the thrilling acrobatics, sultry dancers, and general cheekiness of the show. The Limbo performers still have that thing – you know what I mean. The entire cast is ridiculously sexy, and I’m not just talking about how they look. It’s the way they move, the way they coordinate, and how the heck they make it all look so effortless and gravity-defying.
As a 40-something perimenopausal mum, even I left with an erection. I mean, in my newest, grippiest Adidas Gazelles, I couldn’t climb those poles or ropes – let alone swing around them and look hot while doing it.
Throw in some French tunes (this show has quite the instrumental vibe) and perfectly executed audience interaction, and you’ve got a seriously solid night out.
Highly recommend.”
AMOS GILL: The Pale, Stale, Straight White Male
Always hilarious, multi award-winning Amos Gill never takes a backward step from harpooning the illogical thought and intellectual apathy that too often colour the world around us.
Acerbic and unafraid of challenging beliefs and “truths” held by all sectors of society, if it’s a no-holds-barred, world-class comedy show you’re after – this is for you!Where: The Spiegeltent at The Garden of Unearthly Delights
**Some (not all) of the shows above are paid listings and/or we received free tickets to see. Our personal reviews for the shows above are not paid for and our honest opinion.
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Adelaide Fringe is of course famous for it's performances, shows and art installations BUT it's also one such a great opportunity to get down to the city and try some new food flavours, some crazy treats or just a good old ice cream from one of the many many food trucks and vendors that set up for the month of Adelaide Fringe. It's actually one of our Fringe highlights so we thought this year we'd share our favourite food-y finds. Make sure to tag us in your FB and IG posts if you find something we need to try and add to this page!
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Kids are unpredictable. So are Fringe shows. That’s why planning is your new best friend. Here’s how to tackle a day at Adelaide Fringe with kids like a pro. 🚗 Sort Your Transport or ParkingWeekends get hectic, and opening night? Even wilder. Pre-book a car park (seriously, best invention since sliced bread), or take public transport, an Uber, or even a bike - bonus points if it’s a hipster one (because Fringe). Book East end parking here: https://bookabay.wilsonparking.com.au/ 🎭 Know Where Your Show IsRookie mistake: assuming everything happens in The Garden of Unearthly Delights. Fringe is everywhere - from the city to the suburbs and hills. Double-check your venue or risk a last-minute sprint. Grab the Venue Map Here: https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/venues-map ⏳ Leave Wiggle Room Between ShowsKids hate being rushed almost as much as your partner hates Married at First Sight. Give yourself at least 30 minutes between shows for toilet breaks, snack stops, and getting distracted by street performers. Plus, seating is usually first in, best dressed - so aim to arrive 10 minutes early. 🎭 Bonus Tip: Many performers stick around for photos after the show. Don’t be that parent who drags their kid away before they can meet…
