Free experiences to discover at Gluttony
Fringe season can fill up your calendar quickly (and your ticket wallet), but the good news is you don't need a full run of show bookings to enjoy a day or night at Gluttony. Along with free entry to the park and the diverse program of performances on offer in 2026, there's plenty happening beyond the stages that doesn't require you to reach into your purse, such as live music drifting across the lake, art installations scattered throughout, and spaces designed simply for hanging out and soaking up the one-of-a-kind festival atmosphere.
Think of these free experiences as the bonus track of your Fringe visit, with each designed to add an extra layer to your Gluttony adventure.
Gluttony Sculpture Walk
New in 2026, the Gluttony Sculpture Walk brings large-scale visual art into the heart of Murlawirrapurka/Rymill Park, transforming the grounds into an open-air gallery during the Fringe season. As you wander between shows, bars, and food stalls, you'll stumble upon bold, thought-provoking, joy-sparking installations dotted throughout the park.
The walk is free and completely self-guided, so you can explore at your own pace, learn more about each artist, and even vote for your favourite piece in the Foodland's People's Choice Awards via the QR codes found beside each sculpture.
Live music at Never Never Lounge Bar
Presented by Never Never Distilling Co and located between BankSA Theatre and The Octagon, this speakeasy-vibe, lounge bar features live music for guests to enjoy from 7-8pm as they sip on a range of cocktails, beers, and vinos. See below for the full lineup of performers throughout the season.
- Week commencing Tue 24 Feb: Eric Roeting
- Week commencing Tue 3 Mar: Skank Sinatra (except Saturday, when Meg from Madame Martha's is performing)
- Week commencing Mon 9 Mar: Wham, Bam, Thank You Jam (Instagram and TikTok handle is @whambhamjham)
- Week commencing Tue 17 Mar: Rafe Morris
Club Curious
Presented by South Ave and hidden behind Never Never Lounge Bar, Club Curious is a late-night experience with bar, DJs, and dance floor, open to general public Fringe ticketholders (18+) on Tue-Thu from 9pm, Fri-Sat from 10pm, and Adelaide Fringe 2026 passholders only on Sundays from 10pm.
Live music on Champagne Island Pier
If you've booked one of our Pier Booths or you're floating around lakeside, you can take in the sounds of our live music lineup on Champagne Island Pier, playing 6:30-9:30pm, Fri- Sun, adding to the atmosphere of the most luxe spot in Gluttony.
BankSA Variety Show
Exclusive to BankSA cardholders, the BankSA Variety Show brings the best of Adelaide Fringe to the stage in a 50-minute show suitable for audiences of all ages. Featuring a changing lineup of performers every night, including comedy, music, circus, and magic, to obtain a free ticket, your BankSA card must be added when you log into the Adelaide Fringe website (oh, and your first drink is on BankSA!). Bookings are essential – this is a hot ticket during Fringe season, and tickets sell out fast!
Quentin Kenihan Inclusive Playspace
If you want to entertain the kids (or need a way to expend some of their energy), this playspace – found at the Kent Town end of Murlawirrapurka/Rymill Park, with entrance next to the Tanqueray Bar – is designed to be a safe and inclusive space. Featuring fun play equipment, including swings, a see-saw, and monkey bars, there are also three additional public toilets, and access to the playground from Gluttony stops at sunset.
Wander through the park
One of the easiest (and often most fun) ways to experience Gluttony? Just take a stroll and absorb all the festival fun happening around you. Follow the lights throughout the park, take a slow lap around the lake, catch the smell of something delicious from a nearby food stall, or grab a seat and enjoy a little people-watching as crowds head to their next show.