If your family loves big laughs, bold visuals and a healthy dose of silliness, The Giant Balloon Show is a Fringe experience not to be missed in 2026.
This laugh-out-loud theatrical production takes everything you think you know about balloons and twists it into something extraordinary. Led by an international award-winning entertainer, the show combines colourful balloon creations, high-energy physical comedy and an upbeat 80s soundtrack to create a joyful experience for audiences of all ages.
From the moment the show begins, the energy is infectious. Expect fast-paced comic performance, feverish balloon sculptures and playful moments of audience interaction that keep children engaged and adults laughing along. The performance builds towards the all-important giant balloon, delivering moments of surprise, wonder and delight along the way.
The show’s blend of visual comedy and creative performance ensures that no two shows feel exactly the same. Every moment is designed to spark imagination, encourage laughter and leave families smiling long after the final bow.
A global festival favourite, The Giant Balloon Show has earned accolades around the world, including wins at the International Festival of Fools and the Busan International Comedy Festival in 2024. With sold-out seasons at Brighton Fringe, Perth FRINGE WORLD and Sydney Fringe, its reputation as a must-see family event is well earned.
Warm, funny and endlessly entertaining, The Giant Balloon Show proves that sometimes the simplest ideas can create the biggest magic.
Location: The Bunker at Fool’s Paradise
When: Sat, 21 February to Sun, 15 March 2026
For tickets, go to: adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/the-giant-balloon-show-af2026
