The box office total paid directly to artists and venues reached $26.7 million — a vital stream of income that supports thousands of creatives to keep making and sharing their work.

Fringe continued to drive tourism, with 60,500 national and international visitors attending the festival. Across five weeks, with the festival generating more than 5 million total attendances, as audiences packed streets and venues across the city, suburbs and regions to experience world-class art, culture and performance.

Director and CEO of Adelaide Fringe Heather Croall, said, “We are thrilled to have seen so many people from around Australia and the world embracing Fringe again this year. The impact goes far beyond ticket sales—it’s about artists making income, venues thriving, and communities coming together. Fringe has once again proven to be not just a celebration of creativity, but a vital part of South Australia’s cultural and economic landscape.”

The 2025 season featured more than 1,400 shows across 500+ venues, from immersive experiences and experimental theatre to music, visual art installations, and some of the best cabaret, comedy and circus talent in the world.

Adelaide Fringe returns in 2026 from Friday 20 February to Sunday 22 March.