Your Fringe soundtrack starts with Gigs @ Gluttony
As the lights flick on across the parklands, the hum of Gluttony turns up a notch. Drinks are pouring, conversations become louder, and dance floors begin to fill as the night switches from laidback Fringe hopping to a festival party under the stars. That’s the sweet spot Gigs @ Gluttony has carved out over the past few Fringe seasons, and in 2026, its program is bigger and better than ever before.
Taking over your weekends in 2026 from 19 February to 22 March, Gigs @ Gluttony – presented by Pirate Life – returns to Adelaide Fringe, bringing together a stack of one-night-only performances from local faves, international heavyweights, cult bands, and DJs who know exactly how to throw a party.
Held primarily in Gluttony’s open-air music venue, The Fantail, this year the program expands with shows also held at The May Wirth and Tandanya Theatre – Australia's leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander multi-arts and cultural venue – marking a new chapter in Gluttony’s live music story.
From outdoor theatre to open-air music venue
Gigs @ Gluttony didn’t start as some big master plan; it grew organically from how the space was used and the audience's response. As Gluttony expanded during the pandemic, with the council allowing for more space, new outdoor venues emerged, and The Fantail took on a life of its own.
“I’ve always wanted to do a music stage in Gluttony,” says Gluttony co-director Daniel Michael. “Once we looked at how the large outdoor stage played, we realised we hadn’t made an outdoor theatre so much as an outdoor music space. Music fans loved it.”
What started with a handful of shows quickly grew into a weekend fixture, then expanded to Sunday arvos, weeknights, and eventually into the full Gigs @ Gluttony program that audiences now build their Fringe calendar around.
Today, it feels less like a pop-up stage and more like the park’s own outdoor concert venue – with its own bar, seating to kick back in, and a spacious dancefloor made for gettin’ your groove on.
A lineup as diverse as Fringe itself
Rather than sticking to a specific genre or crowd, the 2026 Gigs @ Gluttony program reflects the wider Fringe ecosystem, this year leaning more into live bands, alongside a strong run of international and Australian DJs.
“Gigs @ Gluttony has such a wide range of music,” Michael says. “Apart from the DJs, we have country music, indie rock, cover bands, pop — it’s a broad program, just like the greater Fringe is, and perfect for anyone who loves live music and having a dance.”
This approach plays out across the calendar, with afternoons that ease into late nights, evenings where plans are loose, or a high-energy party vibe for your weekend.
The Gigs @ Gluttony shows to see in 2026
If you’re not sure where to start, consider this your guide to all the Gigs @ Gluttony shows hitting the stage this season….
Adrian Eagle
Thu 19 Feb – Tandanya Theatre, 7:30pm
ARIA-nominated artist and Adelaide’s own, Adrian Eagle, takes to the stage at Tandanya Theatre on the opening night of Fringe, backed by a percussionist and blending his signature neo-soul, hip-hop, and R&B sound with deeply personal lyrical storytelling. It’s your chance to see him before he supports the Hilltop Hoods at their Adelaide shows.
Sub Focus
Thu 19 Feb – The Fantail, 9:50pm
On opening night at The Fantail, one of the UK’s hottest drum and bass acts, Sub Focus, brings his high-energy set to Gluttony. Expect big sound and big crowds, and a clear sign that the dancefloor is officially open in Fringe’s favourite open-air venue for the season.
Bad Girls
Fri 20 Feb – The Fantail, 10:30pm
DJ Carly Gray takes you on a journey of high-energy, pop-powered anthems, including the likes of Whitney, Taylor, and Chappell Roan, fusing music, storytelling, and unapologetic feminist fire for the ultimate girls’ night out.
Anthems: Old School Edition
Sat 21 Feb – The Fantail, 10:20pm
Rewind back to the 90s and lose yourself in the best old school anthems and infectious rhythms of early electronic dance music. DJs JoSH, BOF, and Skot Holder, alongside MC Maestro D and Jules, lead the show, taking you on a journey through the beats and sounds that shaped a generation.
Nero – DJ set
Sun 22 Feb – The Fantail, 8:10pm
Grammy award-winning Nero closes out the first Fringe weekend with dark, cinematic electronic music built for late nights. Heavy bass, immersive sound, and a Sunday session that feels anything but slow.
Old Town Road Country Dance Party
Fri 27 Feb – The Fantail, 10:20pm
Giddy up as Gluttony goes country at The Fantail. Featuring the music of all your country faves, including Kenny Rogers, Luke Combs, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, and Shania Twain, expect a boot scootin’ party with DJs, dancers, live music, and the unforgettable Shirtless Cowboy in the mix.
Late Nite Tuff Guy
Thu 26 Feb – The Fantail, 8:30pm
One of the early pioneers of Australian house and techno, Late Nite Tuff Guy delivers funky disco edits and groovy beats that feel right at home as sunset turns to nightfall at The Fantail.
Young Franco
Sat 28 Feb – The Fantail, 10:20pm
Globally acclaimed and fresh off his world tour, Young Franco returns to Gluttony with a new arsenal of dancefloor-ready tunes, blending his signature style of electronic, disco, indie-pop, and hip-hop. With over 200 million streams and more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify, this is a show you don’t wanna miss.
V O E - The Vault Unveiled
Sat 28 Feb - The May Wirth, 9:40pm
A rare and intimate performance, V O E – Vault Unveiled sees the South Aussie duo dig into unreleased tracks and hidden cuts, opening the doors to their sonic vault. It’s less a set and more a reveal, where soaring vocals collide with dark cinematic energy, and every track carries a story.
Chicane – DJ set
Fri 6 Mar – The Fantail, 10:20pm
UK electronic artist Chicane brings decades of dancefloor experience to The Fantail, for one unforgettable night at Gluttony. With music that’s defined the soundtrack of Ibiza, Glastonbury, and Stereosonic over the past 20 years, this is your chance to experience his iconic fusion of chill, melodic trance, and dance anthems at this year’s Fringe.
Hot Dub Time Machine: House Party
Sat 7 Mar - The Fantail, 10:20pm
Renowned for throwing the best parties across Australia and at massive festivals, including Coachella, Tomorrowland, and Splendour in the Grass, Hot Dub Time Machine’s House Party tour lands at this year’s Fringe. Taking you on a wild ride of throwback classics and the biggest hits spanning 1980 to 2026, this show celebrates every unforgettable tune that’s had you singing your heart out.
Example
Sun 8 Mar – The Fantail, 10:20pm
A major crossover artist in the UK, and with over a decade in the game, Example blends pop, rap, and electronic influences into a high-energy Sunday night set at The Fantail, keeping the party going on the March long weekend. With a legacy of hit singles, packed out tours, platinum milestones, and incredible festival gigs, this is a show that makes a slow Monday morning feel completely justified.
Vibe Chemistry and Alcemist
Sat 14 Mar - The Fantail, 10:15pm
Two rising names in the UK drum and bass scene share the stage for a night of fast-paced, high-impact energy. Brit-nominated artist and producer Vibe Chemistry joins the unmistakable Alcemist for a party that spans all styles of D&B – from old classics to proven crowd pleasers.
Faker
Sun 15 Mar – The Fantail, 3:00pm
With a brand-new album, indie legends Faker – the band behind This Heart Attack and Hurricane – return to Adelaide after nearly 15 years, marking one of the most anticipated moments of the program. With a top-five hit in Triple J's Hottest 100, get ready for a Sunday afternoon sesh designed to blow the roof off.
Furnace and the Fundamentals
Fri 20 Mar - The Fantail, 10:15pm
Possibly the most fun band you’ll see all Fringe, Furnace and the Fundamentals deliver high-energy, genre-hopping mayhem that turns the dancefloor into a full-body workout. Featuring six Aussie showmen with a knack for over-the-top antics, expect an exhilarating party set of some of the greatest songs of all time.
Bag Raiders – DJ set
Sat 21 Mar – The Fantail, 10:10pm
Aussie dance music royalty, Bag Raiders, close out the last Saturday night of Fringe with their polished electronic grooves and festival-ready hits, including the global phenomenon Shooting Stars, as well as Sunlight, Way Back Home, and Snake Charmer. If last year’s epic set was anything to go by, this is the best way to spend the penultimate night of Gluttony.
The Beards
Sun 22 Mar - The Fantail, 2:30pm
Last, but certainly not least, ARIA-nominated and legendary Adelaide comedy-rock band The Beards make their triumphant return to Fringe, delivering a Sunday arvo set that’s loud, irreverent, and entirely on brand, providing a fitting full stop to the 2026 season.