Adelaide Fringe Festival 2026 – Shows & Events for Children 0-5

The Secret Door Adventure is a fun, interactive live show that puts kids in charge of the story. Children help two detectives unlock a secret door to magical worlds by solving puzzles, making choices, and tackling playful challenges.

Every show is different, making it a lively, imaginative, and age-appropriate experience for families.

Comics vs Kids is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud show packed with jokes, silliness, and plenty of audience interaction. Led by a warm and playful host alongside a rotating lineup of fringe comedians, kids go head-to-head with the comics in fun challenges and games.

With special guests, prizes to be won, and lots of surprises, it’s a lively, family-friendly experience that keeps everyone entertained.

The Dreamer is a visually stunning circus-theatre experience that transports families into a magical world between sleep and waking. Featuring aerial feats, acrobatics, and beautifully choreographed ensemble performances, the show follows a Dreamer discovering their place in a mysterious circus.

Rich in imagination and emotion, it’s a captivating celebration of wonder, creativity, and the power of dreaming.

Story Soup is a playful, interactive musical pantomime created entirely on the spot with help from the audience. Children share their ideas and watch them turn into a brand-new fairytale filled with songs, laughter, and surprises.

With improvisation at its heart, every show is different, making it a fun, imaginative, and engaging theatre experience for families.

Dream Space is an enchanting, immersive performance that transforms everyday spaces into realms of imagination. Through puppetry, music, and movement, audiences embark on whimsical adventures—from thrilling island journeys to heartfelt encounters with a majestic whale.

Blending laughter, wonder, and creativity, this magical show delights children and rekindles a sense of play and imagination in adults.

A Puppet Zoo Adventure! is a fun, interactive show where kids join Steph and Layla to help talking animals save the sunshine from a mischievous Gremlin.

Packed with songs, magic, ventriloquism, and audience participation, children solve puzzles, cheer, and become part of the story in this 45-minute adventure perfect for under-10s

Fringe Vibes on Hutt Street is a free, family-friendly celebration of performance, colour, and community in the heart of Adelaide. From 10 am–2 pm on Saturday 28 February 2026, enjoy live music, roving performers, pop-up acts, market stalls, and a pop-up library.

Perfect for families and those who prefer a relaxed Fringe experience, the event combines creativity, fun, and local flavours for a vibrant day out.

Meg in the Magic Toyshop is a charming, interactive show where kids help Meg the Doll and Penny the Toy Soldier find a missing glove before the Toyshop opens.

Filled with enchanting stories, dances, and timeless children’s songs, the performance blends nostalgia with whimsical fun, making it a delightful experience for both children and adults.

Sea Star Rock, Rock the Wild is a high-energy, ocean-themed adventure where kids and families dive into music, movement, and dancing games. Travel back to ancient seas with tap-dancing turtles, bopping whales, and playful walruses, as catchy songs, silly antics, and underwater surprises keep everyone laughing and moving.

Perfect for little rockers and big imaginations, it’s an action-packed, unforgettable journey under the sea.

The Luck Child is a magical children’s theatre show by David Collins, co-creator of The Upside Down Show and The Umbilical Brothers.

Perfect for unplugging from screens, the performance brings 16 whimsical characters to life while inspiring every child to believe they are the Luck Child. Fun, imaginative, and full of heart, it’s a celebration of live theatre for young audiences.

Mission To The Moon is an exciting, family-friendly show where three acrobatic astronauts blend circus, clowning, and real space science. Inspired by NASA’s Artemis program, the performance features gravity-defying juggling, tumbling among the stars, and fun space facts.

Full of laughter, skill, and imagination, it’s an entertaining and educational journey for kids and families alike.

Disney Delights: A Celebratory Tribute is a joyful, family-friendly show featuring the biggest and best Disney songs, from Jungle Book to Encanto. Sing along, dance in your seat, and enjoy the laughter, nostalgia, and magic brought to life by talented local performers.

Perfect for kids, parents, and anyone young at heart, it’s a musical celebration full of fun, harmony, and Disney enchantment.

Press Play is an interactive sensory theatre experience that turns the stage into a playful “sensory playground” for kids. In a magical garden with Butterfly and Bee, children explore wind-chime forests, play planet ball, create paper bling, and dance under the rainbow to live original songs.

With puppetry, movement, games, and crafts, this relaxed, accessible performance lets kids move, play, and sing along in a fun, imaginative environment.

Cool 4 Kids is a high-energy, musical, and interactive show returning to Waikerie for another year. Families can sing, dance, and laugh along with colourful performances and catchy tunes, while kids and adults join in the fun.

Set at the Waikerie Riverfront Fringe Markets, it’s a lively celebration of creativity, community, and good vibes for all ages.

All Star Circus is a spectacular family-friendly show featuring graceful aerialists, incredible acrobats, and hilarious slapstick comedy by the award-winning Head First Acrobats.

With backflips, one-arm handstands, human pyramids, giant spinning wheels, and more, it’s a thrilling mix of skill, laughter, and awe-inspiring feats that will captivate audiences of all ages.

Indy’s Odyssey is a dazzling cosmic circus adventure where kids and families journey through space with Captain Indy. Featuring glowing hula hoop portals, swirling planets, and gravity-defying bubbles, the show blends high-energy fun with lessons in friendship, empathy, and problem-solving.

A sparkling mix of excitement, wonder, and heart, it’s an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

Ched & Charles is a hilarious, family-friendly circus show where two best friends turn everyday chores into silly adventures. From giant ladder balancing and wild plate spinning to hoop-diving rats and high-flying aerials, this fun-filled performance is packed with mischief, laughter, and impressive circus skills. Perfect for audiences young and old, it celebrates the magic in every moment.

Pico and the Golden Lagoon is a magical 45-minute puppet show that follows Pico, a curious young adventurer, on a journey to discover a glowing, mythical lagoon. With handmade puppets, live music, and imaginative storytelling, the performance explores friendship, courage, and the magic of nature, while introducing themes of sustainability.

Perfect for children and families, it’s an enchanting adventure full of wonder.

THE GLOW SQUAD: Lights Music Glow! is an interactive family show where kids and adults dance, move, and glow together. Featuring DJ beats, Latin drums, bubbles, fire sparks, and dazzling lights, the dynamic cast leads fun, confidence-boosting songs and exciting tricks.

Full of music, movement, and imagination, it’s a feel-good extravaganza that lights up the stage and the whole audience!

Josh Staley: Wacky Wizardry Goes Wrong is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud family magic show where chaos meets comedy. Watch multi-award-winning magician Josh Staley’s “world’s greatest magic trick” go hilariously awry with malfunctioning props, mischievous rubber chickens, and clever sleight-of-hand.

Packed with surprises, wonder, and modern magic, every child leaves with a magical gift, making it Adelaide’s most chaotic and entertaining family show.

JUNKYARD BEATS Workshop is a high-energy, hands-on experience where kids and families turn everyday junk into musical masterpieces. Buckets become drums, bottles become shakers, and broomsticks become dance sticks as participants create, move, and play together in a lively “junk orchestra.”

Full of fun, imagination, and sustainability, this playful workshop is perfect for anyone ready to groove, create, and jam!

KAPUT is a hilarious, heartwarming family show where slapstick meets circus artistry. Follow the clumsy yet endearing Tom Flanagan, like Mr. Bean as a Cirque du Soleil acrobat, through a world of acrobatics, chaos, and silliness. This multi-award-winning performance delights audiences of all ages with its charmingly chaotic magic.

The Great Beach Adventure is a fun, high-energy show for children aged 3–10 and their families. When two best friends decide it’s beach day, their living room transforms into a world of waves, pirates, and sea creatures.

Bursting with physical comedy, playful twists, and a warm sense of friendship, this interactive show sparks imagination, encourages problem-solving, and celebrates the magic of turning everyday moments into unforgettable adventures.

Tiny Tunes Jazz Club is an interactive music experience for children aged 0–4 and their families. Favourite nursery rhymes like Old MacDonald, Twinkle Twinkle, and The Wheels on the Bus are reimagined with swing, gospel, and samba grooves.

With bubbles, rainbow scarves, twinkling lights, and playful hosts, this joyful first concert introduces little ones to the magic of live music in a fun and engaging way.

JUNKLANDIA by Junkyard Beats is a family-friendly adventure where three hilarious creatures from the planet Junklandia journey to Earth to share the fun of creative recycling. Using ordinary junk, they create music, dance, circus acts, and comedy, turning chaos into harmony.

Experience a cosmic journey of friendship and sustainability, alive with colour, laughter, rhythm, and heart, as audiences of all ages are invited to drum, dance, and celebrate the fun together.

Amazing Drumming Monkeys – Dance Party is a lively, interactive family puppet show where comedy, drumming, and dance collide. Join Australia’s favourite monkeys for daredevil antics, funny skits, and a hilarious MONKEY DJ dance party that gets everyone moving.

With over 22 years of sell-out performances, this show is full of laughter, rhythm, and fun for kids and grown-ups alike.

The Dinosaur Hunters! is an action-packed, family-friendly show where kids join Danni, Morgan, and Blaire on a prehistoric adventure. With music, dance, storytelling, and a special appearance by Abby the Australovenator, this dino-rocking performance turns science into fun.

As researchers by week and dino-rockstars by weekend, The Ammonites bring ancient bones to life in a show full of discovery, laughs, and danceable science for all ages.

Enchanted Wonders Magic Show is an interactive, family-friendly performance where kids become part of the magic. Filled with dazzling tricks, laughter, and imaginative storytelling, this fun and surprising show is perfect for children aged 4 and up and their families.

Bubble Show in Space is a spectacular, family-friendly adventure filled with a million bubbles and endless wonder. From flying bubble rockets and smoke-filled spheres to giant bubbles that can hold people, spinning carousels, bubble fire tornadoes, and shimmering bubble screens, every moment amazes.

The show concludes with a massive bubble party, inviting kids and families to celebrate, play, and be surrounded by magical, floating bubbles.

Tiny Doctors: Happy Labs is an interactive, musical theatre experience where children aged three and up become “Tiny Doctors” exploring the magic of emotions. In a transformed lab setting, kids mix potions, celebrate friendships, and learn about happiness through play, music, and hands-on activities.

Fun, engaging, and heartwarming, this show promotes emotional wellbeing, self-expression, and social connection for little scientists and their families.

Monski Mouse’s Baby Cabaret Deluxe is a lively, sparkly, and hilarious live musical singalong for little ones. Monski Mouse and her talented friends explore elephants, fish, wiggly worms, transport, and the quirky world of toddlers in a fun, interactive cabaret perfect for kids and families.

FoRT is a playful, family-friendly show where everyday objects like sheets, chairs, and couches are transformed into fantastical worlds. Through clowning, acrobatics, and stunning visuals, the performance celebrates imagination and creativity, turning ordinary spaces into castles, volcanoes, and racing cars.

Perfect for families, it’s a delightful and inspiring theatrical experience that captures the magic of childhood play.

Laughing For Life is a heartwarming comedy show featuring seasoned entertainers Tony Genovese and Peter Standley, who bring sharp wit, engaging storytelling, and lively audience interaction to the stage.

Combining stand-up, improvisation, and playful insights, the performance celebrates joy, resilience, and the power of laughter, making it a fun and inspiring experience for adults and families alike.

Storybook Circus is a magical family show where Clara, a curious child, is transported from the library into a world of fairytales. Each page brings new adventures with magic carpets, princess rescues, and whimsical friends.

Blending storytelling with circus artistry, acrobatics, and awe-inspiring performances, this delightful show offers fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for kids and families.

The Pinky Pie Party – Part 2 is a fun-filled, 50-minute kids’ party hosted by nine-year-old DJ Alba Lorca. Packed with dancing, special effects, and the best tunes, this festival favourite is a show made by kids for kids.

With four shows only and previous sell-outs, it’s a high-energy, unforgettable experience for little party-goers.

Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall is a high-energy, award-winning dance party for little ones. Join DJ Monski Mouse and her dancers for bopping to retro beats and thumping nursery rhymes, where toddlers and families can dance, laugh, and have a boisterous, joyful time together.

CIRCUS The Show is a high-energy, family-friendly circus spectacular full of whimsy, wonder, and amazement. Packed with jaw-dropping feats, imaginative performances, and international award-winning talent, this re-imagined show delights kids and adults alike.

With countless five-star reviews and sell-out seasons worldwide, it’s an unforgettable experience that will leave the whole family smiling.

Tchocolatl is a fun, interactive, and educational show where the lovable, clumsy clown Pa the Traveller takes audiences on a journey around the world to discover the origins of chocolate. Performed by Swiss clown Pamela Pilawa, the show blends humour, storytelling, and global adventure, delighting children and adults alike with laughter and positive energy.

Peter Pan is a magical family musical by Adelaide Theatre Academy that takes audiences on a journey to Neverland. Join Wendy, John, and Michael as they meet Peter Pan, encounter the Lost Boys, and face off against Captain Hook in a story full of friendship, courage, and a sprinkle of pixie dust.

With soaring songs, playful comedy, dazzling costumes, and plenty of opportunities to clap, cheer, and sing along, it’s a joyous adventure for the whole family.

Once Upon a Jar is an interactive, imaginative show for children aged 5–8. A special visitor brings a suitcase of mysterious jars, each with a unique scent and endless story possibilities.

Kids help shape the narrative and embark on a treasure hunt to discover the most mysterious smell, making this a fun, sensory adventure where imagination leads the way.

Dr Hubble’s Brilliant Bubbles is a fun and educational family show where Australia’s favourite bubble expert creates miraculous bubble moments. From square and octagon bubbles to chimneys and exploding bubbles, audiences will see shapes and tricks like never before.

Packed with laughter, wonder, and a subtle message of sustainability, it’s a truly unforgettable bubble experience for all ages.

Music Miracles is an interactive, musical play session for kids aged 9 months to 8 years and their families. With beats, tunes, storytelling, and playful activities, children explore the magic of sound, rhythm, and movement.

Parents and caregivers are invited to join in, creating a fun, engaging, and memorable musical adventure for the whole family.

Bubba-Licious is a delightful sensory show designed especially for babies. Filled with colour, sound, light, and movement, it sparks joy and curiosity through puppetry, clowning, bubbles, shadow play, and more creating a magical first theatre experience for little ones.

Super Science Show is a wild, interactive family show where two mad scientists, Captain Chaos and Science Sam, turn experiments into hilarious, over-the-top adventures. With the “Wheel of Chaos,” the audience helps decide what happens next as Super Science performs spectacular experiments full of laughter, surprises, and chaos.

Ideal for inquisitive kids and families, this show mixes science, comedy, and hands-on fun for a thrilling and memorable experience.

Peter Combe in Brush Your Hair With a Toothbrush!! is a joyful, high-energy musical show for the whole family. Peter Combe returns with a mix of beloved classics and new songs, including 10,000 Stars, A Frog in My Cheese Sandwich, and Planet Earth 3rd from the Sun.

Packed with fun, silliness, and sing-alongs, this show is a celebration of music, laughter, and quirky storytelling that kids and adults will love.

Anime-Zing! KIDS is a fun, interactive show where voice actors take the stage for games, live dubbing, and voice challenges. Kids and families join in to provide voice-overs for indie anime and local comic books, creating hilarious and unpredictable performances.

Hosted by Tokyo-based voice actor Soness Stevens, known for Hello Kitty, Time Crisis 5, and Nintendo’s ARMS, every show is unique and full of laughs.

KABOOM! is Australia’s most explosive science show, featuring the wildly mad scientist Magnus Danger Magnus. Bigger, louder, and more dazzling than ever, this high-energy performance brings experiments to life with laughter, surprises, and jaw-dropping science fun for the whole family.

Jurassic Down Under is an action-packed, family-friendly dinosaur adventure. Join Ben the Dino Ranger and his prehistoric friends on a quest to find the Lost Crystal, solving clues, facing fun challenges, and learning about bravery, teamwork, and friendship.

This thrilling live show brings together music, circus acts, interactive storytelling, and dino-sized surprises, creating an adventure for audiences of all ages.

The Greatest Magic Show is a multi-award-winning, family-friendly spectacle full of mind-blowing illusions and whimsical wonders. Stars Sam & Justin bring their sell-out show from stages around the world, delighting kids aged 4–12 and grown-ups alike. Packed with magic, fun, and heart, it’s a feel-good show the whole family will love.

THE BOX SHOW by Junkyard Beats is an award-winning family performance where four lively performers transform everyday junk into extraordinary rhythm and fun. Using boxes, bins, plastic bags, and even their own bodies, they create drumming, dance, comedy, and mind-blowing beats in a fast-paced, imaginative spectacle.

Bursting with laughs, surprises, and creativity, this international sensation has delighted audiences worldwide and earned top festival accolades.

The Giant Balloon Show is a hilarious, family-friendly performance featuring an international entertainer, high-energy comedy, and an 80s soundtrack. Packed with feverish balloon sculptures, laughs, and the all-important giant balloon, this show delivers fun and excitement for kids and grown-ups alike.

Big Unicorn Dance Party is a high-energy, interactive dance party for kids aged 2–7 and their grown-ups. Hosted by Hana Fiesta, the show is packed with dance-along songs, games, bubbles, dress-ups, a photo booth, and an eco-friendly glitter bar.

Full of unicorn magic, fun, and family-friendly excitement, it’s the perfect way to dance, connect, and sparkle together.

Dr Quark’s Scientific Circus is a family-friendly show that combines circus fun with science. Watch Dr Quark perform unicycling, juggling, rolla bolla, and plate spinning while exploring gravity, momentum, friction, and other forces.

Packed with wacky experiments like water rockets, gyroscopes, leaf blower levitations, and the incredible ostrich egg squeeze, it’s a fun, hands-on way for kids and families to discover the science behind the circus.

Wow! The Amazing Family Magic Show is a fun, interactive magic adventure for the whole family. Packed with jaw-dropping tricks, hilarious surprises, and audience participation, kids and adults alike will help the magic duck Jean-Luc on a quest to find a missing signed card. Full of laughter, wonder, and amazement, it’s perfect for ages 4 and up.

Camp Culture is an interactive, high-energy circus show celebrating pride, identity, and self-expression. Led by Faboriginal superstar Dale Woodbridge-Brown, audiences enjoy laughs, flips, and big camp energy while learning to be bold, proud, and unapologetically themselves.

Perfect for campers of all ages, it blends humour, heart, and circus skill into a joyful, empowering experience.

Piip and Tuut at Concert is a side-splitting, family-friendly clown show from Estonia, making its Australian debut. Join the world-famous duo as they fill the concert hall with slapstick, songs, and acrobatic mischief. Full of clever clowning, physical comedy, and contagious laughter, it’s a heartwarming and memorable experience for both kids and adults.

Academy of Magic: Wonderland is an award-winning, interactive magic show for kids and families. Step through the looking glass into a whimsical Wonderland, where nothing is quite as it seems.

Part performance, part hands-on workshop, each child receives a Wonderland Magic Kit to take home, inspiring confidence, focus, creativity, and the discovery that real magic comes from within.

The Great Armando’s Magia Magia is a family-friendly magic show full of wonder, humour, and jaw-dropping illusions. Join the award-winning magician as he takes audiences on an interactive adventure packed with surprises, charm, and his unmistakable Italian flair. Perfect for kids of all ages, this enchanting performance promises laughter, amazement, and a world of pure magic.

Mickster the Trickster’s Greatest Tricks! is a family-friendly magic show full of clever tricks, comedic pranks, bursts of fire, and a special visit from Marshmallow the Magic Dove.

With audience participation, laughter, and wonder, Mickster delights kids and grown-ups alike, creating a magical experience that will have everyone giggling, gasping, and believing in magic again.

The Magic Pyjama Party is a fun, interactive magic show for kids and families, filled with laughter, wonder, and dreamlike adventures. Lachlan Wilde leads a world of magical surprises, storytelling, and shadow puppetry, inspiring children to believe that anything they dream of is possible. Don your favourite pyjamas and join the ultimate magical sleepover experience!

The Quest for the Rainbow Crystal is a high-flying, family-friendly circus adventure where kids join Captain Loopy and the Sky Crew to save the sparkle of the sky. Packed with aerial feats on silks and hoops, bubblegum jungles, cloud seas, and battles with Drizzle the Grey, this interactive 60-minute show blends acrobatics, storytelling, and Aussie charm.

Ben’s Magical Friends is a family-friendly adventure where kids join Ben and Fairy Melsa on a journey filled with dancing dinosaurs, glittering fairies, mischievous unicorns, and spellbinding circus fun.

Packed with laughter, music, and interactive storytelling, this show sparks imagination and celebrates friendship, curiosity, and wonder for children aged 2–10 and their grown-ups.

Sensational Science is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud show that uncovers the wonders of the human senses. Graeme Denton blends science with circus tricks, giant bubbles, unicycles, and comedy stunts to engage kids and families while exploring sight, sound, balance, rhythm, and humour.

Filled with interactive experiments, illusions, and hands-on surprises, this show sparks curiosity and keeps audiences entertained from start to finish.