There are plenty of free events to enjoy at Adelaide Cabaret Festival – whether it’s your destination, a pitstop before a show, or your way to finish the evening; there is something for everyone!

Festival Talks
Hosted by Reuben Kaye

Dates: 7 June, 14 June, 21 June, 2pm
Location: Quartet Bar by Corryton Burge

Pull up a chair for a series of candid talks hosted by Artistic Director Reuben Kaye, joined by special guests for intimate, casual conversations that peel back the curtain on the art, history and style of cabaret.

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Show Tunes Trevia
Dr Trevor Jones

Dates: 7 June, 18 June, 5pm and 5.45pm, respectively
Location: Quartet Bar by Corryton Burge

There’s no trivia like Show Tunes Trevia! Prove you know your musical numbers in this raucous cabaret take on quiz night, hosted by Australia’s favourite sequin-clad piano man.

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LGBTIQ+ Elders Dance Club
All The Queens Men

Date: 21 June, 1pm
Location: Space Theatre

This festival favourite returns with a warm, welcoming and downright charming dance event. No dance experience necessary, but an open heart required.

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Piano Man
Dr Trevor Jones

Dates: 4 – 21 June, 9.30pm
Location: Quartet Bar by Corryton Burge

King of the keys and maestro of musical theatre, Dr Trevor Jones is the stuff of cabaret legend. Surprise guest stars, spontaneous singalongs, and every genre of music imaginable.

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Work In Progress Showings

Dates: 5 June, 11 June, 12 June, 5.45pm
Location: Quartet Bar by Corryton Burge

Adelaide Cabaret Festival is thrilled to provide a stage for developing creative works. We appreciate your support for this production during its early, evolving stages.

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Rags to Riches
Exhibition

Dates: 4 – 21 June, Various opening hours
Location: The Galleries, Festival Theatre

The newly updated Adelaide Festival Centre foyers will be transformed into a totally free exhibition space where you can experience the glamour and grit of cabaret costumes featuring items from legends far and wide.

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More information from the 2026 Adelaide Cabaret Festival edition of WeekendPlus: