Fringe Kids: Sydney Fringe Festival❜s Kids❜ Program is Bursting With Family Fun

Sydney's youngest culture seekers are getting their own slice of the Sydney Fringe Festival when Fringe Kids returns from 5 September to 11 October 2026.

Most of the action unfolds at Fool's Paradise inside the Entertainment Quarter, where circus performers, magicians, scientists and some extremely talented balloon wranglers will take over two pop-up theatres.

The program begins in September before rolling straight into the spring school holidays, with performances designed for young audiences and ticket prices that make it possible to catch more than one show.

So, what's on the agenda this year? LOADS!

What's On at Fringe Kids 2026

All Star Circus

The season opens with some serious circus talent from Head First Acrobats. All Star Circus brings together aerial performers, acrobats and physical comedy, with backflips, one-arm handstands, human pyramids and performers spinning inside giant wheels. The 50-minute show is rated G and suitable for the whole family.

When: 5 September to 11 October 2026
Tickets: $29

Bubble Show in Space

Lauded as the Best Kids Event of Sydney Fringe 2024, Bubble Show in Space is a fan favourite, bursting with high-level bubble skills and laugh-out-loud children's theatre. Follow Milkshake, a little clown who wants to make bubbles with a star, and Dr Bubble on a quest filled with bubble shadow puppetry, giant bubbles, bubbles that fly like balloons, children inside bubbles and an epic one million bubble party that showers over the audience!

When: 5 - 13 September 2026
Tickets: $30

Typo

Typo is a contemporary circus show following the journey of a writer as they delve into the writing process. Behold as the mind of the writer is projected onto the stage through circus skills and magic, as they embark on a journey of imagination, creativity, and dreams, creating a surreal fairytale experience.

When: 11 September to 11 October 2026
Tickets: $35

The Flying Bubble Show

Bubbles float, soar and appear to come alive in The Flying Bubble Show, a dreamy combination of bubble artistry and aerial movement. Children will see giant rainbow spheres, smoke-filled bubbles and shimmering creations drifting through colourful lightscapes, accompanied by movement and music. The 55-minute performance includes theatrical haze.

When: 12 September to 11 October 2026
Tickets: $35

The Giant Balloon Show

Dizzy O'Dare transforms the humble balloon into the star of a wonderfully silly family show set to an upbeat 1980s soundtrack. There are clever tricks, comedy and plenty of audience involvement as Dizzy twists his way through 50 minutes of controlled balloon chaos. The show is recommended for children aged 5 and over, and families with sensitive hearing may wish to bring ear protection.

When: 12 September to 11 October 2026
Tickets: $26

BLAST LAB Science

Science gets loud in BLAST LAB Science, an energetic hour of experiments led by Magnus Danger Magnus. The show turns complex ideas into accessible demonstrations while encouraging children to become curious about how the world works. It has also been created with neurodivergent children in mind, particularly young audience members with ADHD or autism. Sudden loud noises and theatrical haze feature during the performance.

When: 19 September to 11 October 2026
Tickets: $33

Trash Test Dummies Circus

Wheelie bins become unlikely circus props when the Trash Test Dummies clock on for bin night! The award-winning performers use acrobatics and juggling to create an hour of slapstick mischief, with balloons and even a little ballet appearing along the way. Audience interaction and strobe lighting may feature.

When: 19 September to 11 October 2026
Tickets: $35

Ben's Magical Friends

Ranger Ben and Fairy Melsa lead children through a theatrical world filled with dancing dinosaurs, mischievous unicorns and wise dragons. Designed for children aged two to 10, Ben's Magical Friends combines music and circus with interactive storytelling about friendship and curiosity. The characters will remain after each performance for photos and hellos.

When: 26 September to 11 October 2026
Tickets: $24

The Greatest Magic Show

Magicians Sam and Justin return to Sydney with a fast-moving hour of illusions and comedy created for children aged 4 to 12. Young audience members help make the magic happen, and some may even be invited onto the stage! Every child receives a FREE magic wand upon entry so they can join in throughout the performance.

When: 26 September to 11 October 2026
Tickets: $33

Creative Science: Mind Blown

Curious kids can explore strange biology, surprising physics and spectacular chemical reactions in Creative Science: Mind Blown. Jenny Lynch's interactive show features colour-changing reactions, a slow-motion gravity trick, elephant toothpaste and a giant model of the Solar System. Recommended for children aged 3 to 12 and runs for 50 minutes.

When: 26 to 30 September 2026
Tickets: $30

Yelling at Children

Despite its cheeky name, Yelling at Children is all about inviting kids into the action. Circus clown Mr Shaggles blurs the line between the stage and the seats with juggling, hula hoops, dancing and deliberately questionable magic. The Sydney premiere runs for 55 minutes and may include sudden loud noises.

When: 26 September to 4 October 2026
Tickets: $30

Jurassic Down Under

Dinosaur fans can join Ben the Dino Ranger and the Jurassic Guardians on a hunt for the Lost Crystal. Children will help solve clues and complete challenges while learning about courage and working together. Music and circus add to the prehistoric adventure, and the dinosaurs will stick around after the show for photos.

When: 28 September to 11 October 2026
Tickets: $29

SwashBuckling Circus

Young pirates are summoned aboard for an hour of acrobatics and seafaring silliness in SwashBuckling Circus. Audience members may be asked to decipher a treasure map or search for a missing key while the performers tackle their own pirate circus challenges. The production is made by neurodivergent performers and is aimed mainly at children aged 6 to 12.

When: 29 September to 4 October 2026
Tickets: $30

Party Animals

Sitting quietly is firmly off the agenda at Party Animals, a jungle-themed disco led by Marty the Monkey. Families will dance through interactive games while puppets and bubbles join the party. There will also be balloons, streamers and air blowers sending toilet paper across the dance floor! Jungle and animal costumes are encouraged.

When: 30 September to 11 October 2026
Tickets: $29

More Fringe Kids Shows Arriving in October

The fun continues once September finishes, with another four productions joining the Fringe Kids program during the spring school holidays.

I Couldn't Find a Babysitter

Performer Mae Da has a show to run and a 5-year-old to supervise, so naturally, her child becomes part of the performance! This playful comedy experiment blends parenting mishaps with puppetry and audience interaction. Unlike the other Fringe Kids shows, it will be staged at Pottery Lane Performance Space in Lane Cove.

Where: 1 Pottery Ln, Lane Cove
When: 1-3 October 2026
Tickets: $29

Tchocolatl

Pa the Traveller Clown takes families on a globe-trotting search for the origins of chocolate. The interactive journey travels from Switzerland to Mexico before reaching Spain and Australia, using clowning and visual storytelling to introduce children to different cultures.

When: 1-7 October 2026
Tickets: $29

Captain Adventure Man

Captain Adventure Man dives beneath the waves on a search for the legendary Mega Manta. Children help steer the ship and explore the ocean while meeting pirates and discovering why marine environments need protection. This 45-minute production will have its world premiere at Sydney Fringe Kids.

When: 2-5 October 2026
Tickets: $19.99

Academy of Magic: Wonderland Magic School

Young magicians become students during this immersive show and hands-on workshop. Professional wizards teach children tricks using their own Wonderland Magic Kits, which are included with children's tickets and can be taken home afterwards. Wonderland-inspired dress-ups are encouraged, with prizes planned for standout costumes.

When: 8-11 October 2026
Tickets: $35

For the full program and to book your tickets, visit Fringe Kids presented by Ingenia Holiday Parks.

Where:  The Entertainment Quarter + Pottery Lane Performance Space, Lane Cove
When:    5 September to 11 October 2026
Cost:      Various, depending on the event

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