Play & Go Adelaide

[ February 18, 2023 to February 19, 2023. February 25, 2023 to February 26, 2023. March 4, 2023 to March 5, 2023. March 11, 2023 to March 13, 2023. March 18, 2023; ]
Mr Spin’s BAM WOW Amazing Show at Adelaide Fringe
Back by popular demand, Mr Spin’s Bam Wow Amazing Show will dazzle the young and the young at heart with big laughs and big thrills at the Garden of Unearthly Delights.

Returning to Adelaide Fringe after last year’s acclaimed world premiere season, Mr Spin’s Bam Wow Amazing Show […]

[ April 15, 2022 to April 24, 2022. ]
Fringe in the Hills 2022 at Stirling and Lobethal.
The Fringe will return to the beautiful Adelaide Hills over two weekends in April with an impressive line up of dance, comedy, magic, family friendly shows, musicians and cabaret.
Fringe in the Hills (formerly Stirling Fringe) will see a buzz of Fringe excitement return to the lush lawns […]

[ March 11, 2022 to March 14, 2022. March 18, 2022 to March 20, 2022. March 25, 2022 to March 26, 2022. ]
Sky Song at the Adelaide Fringe 2022 – Extended to 25 & 26 March
The centrepiece of this year’s Fringe is Sky Song at Leconfield and Richard Hamilton Wines in McLaren Vale.  Watch the sky come alive with hundreds of drones flying in majestic formation, unlike anything you’ve seen before.
Due to popular demand – new sessions […]

Sky Song Review – Adelaide Fringe 2022
★★★★ 4 1/2 stars for a spiritual, cultural and meaningful night of flying lights and compelling storytelling. A must see.
Set against the Willunga Hills and surrounded by vineyards, Sky Song lights up the night sky after dark and features the voices of poet Ali Cobby Eckermann, storytellers Major ‘Moogy’ Sumner […]

 
Dart Blaster Arena | Gluttony at Adelaide Fringe 2022 | Review
★★★★★ Five stars for a cheap, fun way for kids to blow off some steam
You’ll find the arena set up in Gluttony at the Adelaide Fringe near the Melba Spiegeltent, on the left of the main pathway down the hill from the East Terrace entrance, […]

Mr Snotbottom’s Stinky Silly Show| Adelaide Fringe 2022 | Review
★★★★ 4 stars for silly humour, perfectly aimed at a young audience
Mr Snotbottom knows what kids like, and he delivers. Simple, silly slapstick and songs, and fart and snot jokes galore. The humour is aimed towards younger kids and it had them in stitches. He knows […]

 
Game On 3 | Adelaide Fringe 2022 | Review
★★★★★ for fast paced fun and video game trivia galore
Matty Grey is loud, enthusiastic, and will (mildly) insult your children! The intrigue starts before entering the venue, with adults given mystery bags and select adults given beanies to wear. Children are instructed NOT to open the bags, […]

Art-chery | Gluttony at Adelaide Fringe 2022 | Review
★★★★★ Five stars for a novel, artistic and fun activity
How does it work? You are given special foam-tipped arrows, a selection of paint colours and a canvas of your choice. You aim, fire, and SPLAT! Your artwork begins to take shape.

What does it cost? It depends on […]

360 ALLSTARS at Adelaide Fringe 2022 – Review
by Carla Caruso
★★★★★ 5 stars for a supercharged, skill-tastic show
We had high expectations for this show, judging by the line-up snaking past The Flamingo tent.
And we definitely weren’t disappointed once inside! The 360 ALLSTARS, who haven’t been here since 2019, offer one slick production.  
The show features everything […]

I’m A Raindrop, Get Me Outta Here! – Adelaide Fringe 2022 – Review
by Carla Caruso
★★★★★ 5 stars for a fun, educational caper with heart
Sometimes it can be hard to drag yourself away from the Garden or Gluttony during the Fringe.
But I’m so glad I did detour from the city for this kids’ theatre show. I’m A […]

[ March 7, 2022 to March 12, 2022. ]
Wilbur the Optical Whale
Winner of the Adelaide Fringe Access Award and weekly Innovation Award (2020) ‘Wilbur the Optical Whale’ returns to Adelaide in 2022.
Based on the book by Karen Lee Roberts, Wilbur the Optical Whale’ is a ‘tale’ about friendship, acceptance, and celebrating difference. Wilbur and Cecil are the best of friends and one day […]

Photo Credit: Darren Thomas
WIN Tickets to 360 ALLSTARS
The 360 ALLSTARS are back at the Adelaide Fringe in 2022. 
A phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus. The show includes BMX, Basketball, Breakdancing, Beatboxing, Acrobatics, Drumming and more. 
Sold out on Broadway.
Sold out […]

[ March 4, 2022 to March 5, 2022. March 11, 2022 to March 12, 2022. ]
Twilight Fringe on O’Connell 2022
Free family fun at Twilight Fringe on O’Connell in North Adelaide.
From 5pm till late, enjoy a free program of live music, performances, and movie screenings as Eighty Eight O’Connell transforms into an open air Fringe venue. Make the most of your time on O’Connell Street and enjoy a bite to eat […]

Adelaide Fringe at City of Burnside
If you don’t want to go into the city for a Fringe event, check out all the great shows happening in the Burnside area.
If you would prefer to stay close to home for this year’s Adelaide Fringe there are lots of events and shows on around the City of Burnside. […]

Cab Suave – Adelaide Fringe Show
Join Dick Johnson as he investigates the energetic and fun Cabaret Suave, a questionable establishment run by four sparkly dames. With spectacular circus acts and live music, Sparkle Society transports you back in time in this Film Noir circus show.

Bringing everything you love about beautiful vintage aesthetics, but without the […]

Electric Dreams Virtual Reality “Volo: Dreams of Flight” – Review
★★★★ 4 stars – soar through the sky and high above the earth in this exhilarating virtual reality experience for all ages.
Electic Dreams Volo is an exhilarating virtual reality experience taking place on the South Australian Museum lawns and a great way to enjoy some interactive […]

The Greatest Magic Show | Adelaide Fringe 2022 – Review
by Carla Caruso
★★★★ 4 stars for magical fun
You don’t usually get a magic show with a side of Fat Pizza.
But that’s indeed what you’ll enjoy at The Greatest Magic Show, starring comic Tahir as ringmaster.
Tahir joins illusionists Sam Hume and Justin Williams for this family-friendly spectacular […]

Natural Habitat – Mermaids of Rymill Park | Adelaide Fringe 2022 – Review
by Carla Caruso
★★★★ 4 stars for unique family fun
Got a mermaid-obsessed kiddo in your life? They’ll love visiting this interactive installation at the 2022 Adelaide Fringe.
Natural Habitat – Mermaids of Rymill Park is a unique event being staged at outdoor venue hub Gluttony.
Performers are […]

Dive into some serious circus fun with the Splash Test Dummies!
by Sharon Harrington
★★★★ 4 Stars for splash-tastic family fun
When three goofy men with cheeky glints in their eyes run out onto stage clad in skin tight lifesaving bathers to the sound of retro surfer music you know you are in for an hour of fun. And […]

[ February 20, 2022; March 20, 2022; ]
Let’s Party – Family Friendly Fringe Show by Cool for Kids 
20 March 2022 show cancelled
The Music Makers band brings their most colourful and exciting family concert experience to the big stage at the Para Hills Community Club this Adelaide Fringe season.
Tony Genovese and band will perform hit children’s songs that will have everyone’s hips swinging, […]

WIN Tickets to Mr Snotbottom’s Stinky Silly Show at Adelaide Fringe 2022
Kids comedy hero Mr Snotbottom, brings his slimiest and stinkiest of songs, gruesomest of gags, plus some BRAND NEW just-wrong routines in a rollercoaster of weirdness this Adelaide Fringe!
Reviews
Star of the award-winning* ‘Busy Bodies’ podcast, Fringe favourite Mr Snotbottom will have weird kids 5+ and […]

[ February 19, 2022 to February 20, 2022. February 22, 2022 to February 27, 2022. March 1, 2022 to March 6, 2022. March 8, 2022 to March 13, 2022. March 15, 2022 to March 20, 2022. ]
Borealis Light show returns to Adelaide Fringe in 2022
Returning by popular demand, Borealis is a captivating light installation set over Rymill Park Lake that allows you to experience the wonder of the Northern Lights right here in Adelaide.
Art meets technology in this magical installation that has travelled the world, allowing you to Switzerland-based artivist Dan […]

[ March 26, 2022; ]
Kangaroo Island Fringe Festival
The Kangaroo Island Fringe Festival is back in 2022!
Head to Eleanor Downs in the heart of KI and experience some of the best acts the Fringe has to offer. Set amongst the gum trees, sprawling paddocks and vast open skies, The Shearing Shed will feature an epic festival line up, with an […]

Smiles, Beats & Treats – Festivals & Local Council Events in South Australia
In South Australia we love getting together for festivals and events, and are spoiled for choice with so many things to see and do year-round.
It’s hard to imagine a festival or event in South Australia that wouldn’t involve councils in its planning, preparation, […]

[ March 13, 2022; ]
River Fringe at Waikerie
Go along for the long weekend for a family-day-out by the river.
The day aims to be filled with Fringe fun, markets, aerial acrobatics, food, juggling, and performances. This event is one of many in the freshly cultivated ‘River Fringe’ 10-day mini-festival. Enjoy the Rotary Riverfront markets from 1pm – 6pm with roaming […]

[ March 12, 2022; ]
Naracoorte Fringe Street Party
The Naracoorte Fringe Street Party will return on Saturday 12 March 2022, bigger and better than the inaugural event in 2021. 
Take along your picnic blankets and chairs and settle in for an afternoon of family friendly fun, in the Town Squares featuring the Fringe on Tour caravan, markets, and food vendors.

Expanding in […]

[ March 5, 2022; ]
Sea & Sand Carnival
In 2022, Kingston will host the ‘Sea & Sand Carnival’.
The Sea & Sand Carnival is part of the Fringe on Tour regional program. It is an all ages, inclusive, free community event that includes 2hrs of Fringe entertainment, including the Fringe Caravan, local talent show, sea creatures from the deep, music, comedy, […]

[ February 27, 2022; ]
Fringe at Victor Harbor
Get away for a day of fun, sun and Fringe celebrations in Victor Harbor.
South Australia’s favourite coastal holiday destination will be buzzing on Sunday 27 February with a line up of performances, markets and experiences for the whole family. Go along from 9am to 4pm at Warland Reserve, Ocean Street and Railway […]

[ March 19, 2022 to March 27, 2022. ]
UneARTh Festival
Back again in its week-long format, this year’s UneARTh Festival will feature nine days of events ranging from cabaret to kids shows.
UneARTh Whyalla will kick off on Saturday 19 March in spectacular style with an epic opening event of music, entertainment with diverse food and markets. Go along for a family fun day out […]

[ February 19, 2022; March 5, 2022; March 19, 2022; ]
Science on the Streets
Where is the science in our city? You might be surprised at how many significant scientific sites we have here in Adelaide.
Go along with the MOD. team as they venture through the heart of Adelaide to discover the science behind the city. This tour will highlight selected STEM sites, while showcasing innovative […]