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Adelaide Fringe Shows - 21st February to March 23rd 2025

Welcome to our programme for the 2025 Adelaide Fringe.... with big laughs and fun in February and March!


Shows sorted by Start Time

2pm

Amazing, Silly, Big Stupid Comedy Game show for Kids and their Grown Ups 2

The sequel to last year's hit show for all the family. For small humans or big persons!

The ultimate fun and stupid game show is back! YOU can help by taking part in a variety of games, comedy challenges, and general silliness to help your team captains win the day, and avoid the horrible, nasty (but budgetary limited) forfeit for not being the best.

Your team captains are international touring comedians, who've traveled all the way from New York and Albama for this: Katharyn Henson and LJ DA FUNK, so you'd better make it worth the flights and help them win.

Hosted by comic, comedian, Kids performer and Adelaide Fringe regular Nik Coppin, who really should know better... and will be trying to remember the amazing, silly, big stupid comedy challenges and games that are all new for 2025.

2pm - At The Piglet, Gluttony, Rymill Park, CBD - Weekend Afternoons, Mar 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 22, 23


4pm

Adelaide's Great Big Comedy Picnic

A smorgasbord of stand-up comedy amusement for a weekend afternoon

It's the funniest late lunch (or early dinner) party date at the Fringe, with a different line-up each weekend featuring some of the freshest and funniest comedy headliners, plus some very special guests from around the world who'll be serving up everything from your ever-reliable sausage roll (in the aisles) to your more sophisticated comedy quiche.

In the shaded outdoor area of Gluttony’s Piglet, grab a seat or bring your picnic blanket to enjoy this delightful afternoon where you can be sure the comics will be raisin’ the roof (of the tent) and leaving you wonton more.

An Edinburgh Fringe institution. From many years ago. With entirely different comedians.

4pm - At The Piglet, Gluttony, Rymill Park, CBD - Every Sat & Sun afternoon Feb 22, 23; Mar 1, 2, 8, 9, 14, 16, 22, 23


5pm

Club Doggo - The Best in Stand-up

Do you like Comedy? Do you like Dogs? Well, we have the comedy club for you.

Everyone is welcome at Club Doggo, where we’re proudly the Adelaide Fringe’s only dog-friendly show, where dog owners can bring their furry friends along to watch four great comedians tickle their funny bone.

And of course everyone else is welcome too, to all enjoy the big laughs from four different comedy headliners selected for each show, who'll be raising the woof, and end with a massive round-of-a-paws at this hilarious weekend comedy Fringe Treat.

Humans, whether dog owner or not will all get a cracking line-up of top quality Fringe comedy in a cool outdoor venue, that's just the place for some massive laughs (and woofs) in the early evening.

And Cat’s are welcome too (as long as they are disguised as dogs)

Dogs must be kept on leads during show and are owners’ responsibility. Plenty of shade; Dog Water & Poo bags available. Poo bags only for the dogs, thanks. We won’t make that mistake again. Tell us if your dog's allowed treats, we also have those.

5pm - At The Piglet, Gluttony, Rymill Park, CBD - Sat & Sun afternoons Feb 22, 23; Mar 1, 2


Best of Adelaide Fringe: Clean Pick of The Fringe

The Best of Adelaide Fringe International and Late shows have been sell-out hits at the Fringe for over 12 years, featuring the best in international and Aussie stand-up Comedy.

And this clean version brings you all of the same top-notch comedians, jokes and laughs that you'd expect - just without the rude bits!

Comedy fans of all ages can enjoy this early evening line-up show with four fantastically funny stand-up comedy headliners picked from venues all around the Fringe, international guests and the best of local Adelaide talent.

It's exactly the same as the later night versions,  just without the swear words and naughty material!

(And there's a swear jar on stage, just in case the comedians mess up!)

★★★★★ Cream of the Fringe, UK.

★★★★ Three Weeks, Edinburgh.

5pm - At Historian Hotel, 18 Coromandel Place, Off Grenfell St, CBD - Sats Feb 22; Mar 1, 8, 15, 22


6pm

Best of Adelaide Fringe: The International Comedy Show

Can't decide which International comedians to see at Fringe? Then this is the show for you! 

Containing a sizzling selection of the very best international comedy visitors to Adelaide, there's four top comedians for the price of one who have all been specially selected from venues around the Fringe each day to bring you the biggest laughs - and it's a different line-up at each show.  

A sell-out show from 2014 to 2024, with guaranteed laughs from around the globe now we can get back into Australia! 

It's great fun and a sure-fire way of starting your Fringe night out with the biggest laughs!

★★★★ "Hilarious" Rip It Up, Adelaide.

★★★★ "A great Fringe experience" Clothesline, Adelaide.

★★★★ "Every act hit the mark superbly" Cream of the Fringe, UK  

★★★★ "Great Global Laughs" WA Times

6.30pm - At Historian Hotel, 18 Coromandel Place, Off Grenfell St, CBD - Every Thur, Fri & Sat Night, Feb 21 to Mar 22


7pm

100% Scottish Comedy

A hilarious showcase of top-class Scottish stand-up comedy, with a nightly changing line-up.

As robust as a good malt whisky, quirky as a bowl of haggis and sharp as a thistle - this show features three-time Scottish Comedy award winner Vladimir McTavish, one of the most successful and popular of modern-day Scottish comedians, who's been seen on The BBC & Channel 4: "One of the finest acts on the Scottish comedy circuit" (The Guardian).

There's also a changing nightly line-up of Scottish comedy guests, including Kevin Kopfstein, Gill Cordiner, Grant Mushet, Iain Pringle and more - plus occasional international guests from the Edinburgh Fringe.

It's world-class comedy made in Scotland! A total sell-out show for the last three years at the Edinburgh Fringe and at Perth Fringe World 2024.

7pm - At The Duke of York Hotel, 82 Currie St, CBD- Feb 21, 22
7.15pm - At The Duke of York Hotel, 82 Currie St, CBD - Feb 8


Pommie Funny Fillies: Sajeela Kershi & Suzy Bennett

Award-winning thoroughbreds Sajeela Kershi (Star of Edinburgh Award winning show, 2007) originally from Pakistan and Suzy Bennett (Winner Funny Women, 2006) from Devon have galloped down under for the first time to perform their hilarious show for you. These relatable ‘women of a certain age’ (Preach Tina Turner) are far from being put out to pasture!

Saddle up, grab your tickets & see UK’s critically acclaimed, TV/Radio regulars (BBC, Comedy Central, C4) as they tackle Politics, Poppadom’s, Pasties, & everything between! Satirical, Sardonic & Silly!

Say neigh to a night in the stable and trot down to the Squeaker for a hands down most fun filled fringe hour, horsing around with these lovable Pommie Fillies!

*May contain zero horses*

★★★★ One4review

★★★★ Broadway Baby

★★★★★ The Argus

7.20pm - At The Squeaker, Gluttony, Rymill Park, CBD - Feb 21, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27, 28; Mar 1, 2


8pm

Aaaaaaaargh! It's the Best of Fringe Comedy from the UK

After 12 sell-out years, The Laughing Horse rides back into Adelaide with more of the finest UK comedians to hit the Fringe. 

Featuring a sensational smorgasbord of comedic talent at every show, with the very best of British comedians selected from all around the Festival, alongside occasional guests from the International comedy circuit. It's different every night - with four top class comics at each show.  

★★★★★ "If you are looking for a very funny show to sample some of the best British comedy at this year's festival, then definitely head on down to catch this must see show" FunnyTonne, Melbourne. 

★★★★★ "Cracking Comedy Selection" Cream of the Fringe, UK.

★★★★ "Kept the Crowd well Entertained – Ace" Rip It Up, Adelaide.

★★★★ Herald Sun, Melbourne

★★★★ The Skinny, UK

8pm - At Historian Hotel, 18 Coromandel Place, Off Grenfell St, CBD - Every Thur, Fri & Sat Night, Feb 21 to Mar 22


100% Scottish Comedy

A hilarious showcase of top-class Scottish stand-up comedy, with a nightly changing line-up.

As robust as a good malt whisky, quirky as a bowl of haggis and sharp as a thistle - this show features three-time Scottish Comedy award winner Vladimir McTavish, one of the most successful and popular of modern-day Scottish comedians, who's been seen on The BBC & Channel 4: "One of the finest acts on the Scottish comedy circuit" (The Guardian).

There's also a changing nightly line-up of Scottish comedy guests, including Kevin Kopfstein, Gill Cordiner, Grant Mushet, Iain Pringle and more - plus occasional international guests from the Edinburgh Fringe.

It's world-class comedy made in Scotland! A total sell-out show for the last three years at the Edinburgh Fringe and at Perth Fringe World 2024.

8pm - At The British Hotel, 13 North Parade, Port Adelaide - Mar 9
8.30pm - At The Duke of York Hotel, 82 Currie St, CBD - Feb 27, 28; Mar 1, 13, 14, 15


Adelaide Fringe Comedy Gala: Bringing The Best of the Fringe to Marion

The Best in International Fringe comedy comes to Marion!

Featuring a specially selected line-up of top-notch International comedy visitors to Adelaide, all packed into one huge two-hour gala show. There's four world-class comedians performing extended sets, plus a compere, with each of the comedians specially selected from Fringe venues all around town, as some of the top international comedians bringing their shows to this year's Fringe.

This is a night that's guaranteed to give you big laughs and a sure-fire way of having a great Fringe night out - without you having to journey into the CBD.

This show is presented by the team that's brought top rated, sell-out International shows to Adelaide since 2011

★★★★★ Cream of The Fringe, UK 
★★★★ Rip it Up 
★★★★ Clothesline 
★★★★ Broadway Baby, UK

8pm - At Domain Theatre, Marion Cultural Centre, Marion - Fri 28 Feb & Fri 21 Mar


Adelaide Fringe Comedy Gala: Bringing The Best of the Fringe to Mitchell Park

The Best in International Fringe comedy comes to Mitchell Park!

Featuring a specially selected line-up of top-notch International comedy visitors to Adelaide, all packed into one huge two-hour gala show. There's 4 world-class comedians performing extended sets, plus a compere, with each of the comedians specially selected from Fringe venues all around town, as some of the top international comedians bringing their shows to this year's Fringe.

This is a night that's guaranteed to give you big laughs and a sure-fire way of having a great Fringe night out - without you having to journey into the CBD.

Presented by the team that's brought galas to Marion, Port Adelaide & Noarlunga as well as shows across the CBD

★★★★★ Cream of The Fringe, UK 
★★★★ Rip it Up 
★★★★ Clothesline 
★★★★ Broadway Baby, UK

8pm - At Mitchell Park Sports Á Communnity Centre, 139 bradley Grove, Mitchell Park - Sat 15 Mar


Adelaide Fringe Comedy Gala: Bringing The Best of the Fringe to Port Noarlunga

The Best in International Fringe comedy comes to Port Noarlunga!

Featuring a specially selected line-up of top-notch International comedy visitors to Adelaide, all packed into one huge two-hour gala show. There's 4 world-class comedians performing extended sets, plus a compere, with each of the comedians specially selected from Fringe venues all around town, as some of the top international comedians bringing their shows to this year's Fringe.

This is a night that's guaranteed to give you big laughs and a sure-fire way of having a great Fringe night out - without you having to journey into the CBD.

This show is presented by the team that's brought top rated, sell-out International shows since 2011

★★★★★ Cream of The Fringe, UK 
★★★★ Rip it Up 
★★★★ Clothesline 
★★★★ Broadway Baby, UK

8pm - At Arts Centre Port Noarlunga, 22 Gawler St, Port Noarlunga - Fri 14 Mar


Adelaide Fringe Comedy Gala: Bringing The Best of the Fringe to Port Adelaide

The Best in International Fringe comedy comes to Port Adelaide!

Back for a 3rd year and featuring a specially selected line-up of top-notch International comedy visitors to Adelaide, all packed into one huge two-hour gala show. There's four world-class comedians performing extended sets, plus a compere, with each of the comedians specially selected from Fringe venues all around town, as some of the top international comedians bringing their shows to this year's Fringe.

This is a night that's guaranteed to give you big laughs and a sure-fire way of having a great Fringe night out - without you having to journey into the CBD.

This show is presented by the team that's brought top rated, sell-out International shows to Adelaide since 2011

★★★★★ Cream of The Fringe, UK 
★★★★ Rip it Up 
★★★★ Clothesline 
★★★★ Broadway Baby, UK

8.30pm - At The British Hotel, 13 North Parade, Port Adelaide - Fri 7 Mar & Sat 8 Mar


9pm

Thank Fringe It's Friday!

Happy Friday!

You've made it to the end of the week, so it's time to celbrate and kick-back with some big laughs, fun and a party!

Come and celebrate the end of the week with us, in a show that's packed full with a hilarious mix of comedians - four top comics selected from around the Fringe, Australia and the world... and after the laughs stay around for the bar, cocktails and DJs at Distill until late.

It's a different show every Fringe Friday, with top acts selected just for you in Adelaide's newest, freshest and funniest Fringe Friday night out.

Plus plenty of surprises, special guests for the good times to roll-on every Friday night.

90 minute show including short interval.

A Sell-out show in it's first Adelaide Fringe last year.... so good there's now a Saturday version too!

9.30pm - At Historian Hotel, 18 Coromandel Place, Off Grenfell St, CBD - Every Fri Night, Feb 21, 28; Mar 7, 14, 21


Thank Fringe It's Saturday!

Happy Saturday!

You've made it to the weekend, so it's time to celebrate and kick-back with some big laughs, fun and a party!

Come and celebrate everyone's favourite night of the week with us, in a show that's packed full with a hilarious mix of comedians - four top comics selected from around the Fringe, Australia and the world... and after the laughs stay around for drinks at the Historian until late.

It's a different show every Fringe Saturday, with top acts selected just for you in the brand new Saturday night version of last year's sell-out Friday night hit! (Which is also back this year)

It's the newest, freshest and funniest Fringe Saturday night late show with plenty of surprises & special guests for the good times to roll-on every Saturday.

90 minute show including short interval.

9.30pm - At Historian Hotel, 18 Coromandel Place, Off Grenfell St, CBD - Every Sat Night, Feb 22; Mar 1, 8, 15, 22