Adelaide Fringe Grand Finale and Sunday Market Magic Today

The Final Curtain: Adelaide Fringe 2026 Closing Day

Today, Sunday, 22 March 2026, marks the spectacular conclusion of the Adelaide Fringe. After 31 days of creative chaos, the city’s major festival hubs are preparing for a massive final send-off. The Garden of Unearthly Delights at Kadlitpina (Rundle Park) and Gluttony at Mullawirraburka (Rymill Park) will be open all day and late into the evening, offering a final chance to catch world-class cabaret, comedy, and circus acts. Featured performances for today include the hilarious Jimeoin - Ballyhoo and the final sessions of Tom Gleeson: Out of Touch. For those seeking family-friendly entertainment, the Amazing Drumming Monkeys – Dance Party is scheduled for 11:00 AM, providing a high-energy experience for the little ones.

Fresh Flavours and Local Crafts: Sunday Markets

It is a bumper day for market lovers with several of the region's premier markets coinciding this Sunday. Whether you are looking for gourmet breakfast or artisan gifts, there is a destination for you:

• Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market: Located in Wayville, this market runs from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Expect over 80 stalls featuring seasonal South Australian produce, from Adelaide Hills chestnuts to artisan cheeses.
• Stirling Market: Occupying Druid Avenue in the Adelaide Hills, the Stirling Market is held today from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It is the perfect spot to find handmade jewelry, local art, and regional plants.
• Brighton Sunday Market: Operating from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Brighton Secondary School, this market is a treasure trove of bric-a-brac and fresh local snacks.

Public Exhibitions and Theatre

For a more reflective Sunday, the Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA) on North Terrace is hosting the 2026 Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art: Yield Strength. This free exhibition showcases experimental works from 24 contemporary Australian artists exploring how identity and society transform under pressure. Additionally, the exhibition Touching the Divine: Love and Devotion in Asian Art remains open for visitors.

In the evening, the Adelaide Entertainment Centre hosts Chris Williamson Live, where the popular podcaster and speaker will share insights on modern life and productivity. Meanwhile, at the Adelaide Festival Centre, theatergoers can catch the sharp-witted production of Trophy Boys by the State Theatre Company of South Australia.

Community & Family Fun

Families can enjoy a unique afternoon at the Morphett Vale Railway. The miniature trains will be running all day at Wilfred Taylor Reserve, offering affordable rides for children and adults alike in a relaxed park setting. It is the ideal way to soak up the final rays of the autumn sun before the new week begins.