Get Adelaide Fringe-Ready: IHG Hotels & Resorts Unveils Exclusive Adelaide Fringe 2026 Experience and Hotel Packages

Adelaide Fringe Festival

IHG Hotels & Resorts returns for its third year as an Official Partner of the Adelaide Fringe Festival (Friday, 20 February – Sunday, 22 March), offering IHG One Rewards members even more exclusive, money-can’t-buy experiences that bring the festival to life like never before. From side-splitting comedy and innovative theatre to dazzling circus, cabaret and immersive performances, IHG One Rewards members can explore the energy, creativity and spectacle that make Adelaide Fringe one of the world’s most dynamic arts festivals. Launching on Wednesday, 4 February at 10:00am AEST via the IHG One Rewards Access experiences platform, IHG Hotels & Resorts returns for its third year as an Official Partner of the Adelaide Fringe Festival (Friday, 20 February – Sunday, 22 March), offering IHG One Rewards members even more exclusive, money-can’t-buy experiences that bring the festival to life like never before.

From side-splitting comedy and innovative theatre to dazzling circus, cabaret and immersive performances, IHG One Rewards members can explore the energy, creativity and spectacle that make Adelaide Fringe one of the world’s most dynamic arts festivals.

Launching on Wednesday, 4 February at 10:00am AEST via the IHG One Rewards Access experiences platform, loyalty members can redeem their IHG points on VIP events, a Garden Feast curated by acclaimed Australian chefs, festival passes and more, delivering unforgettable experiences and incredible value while putting them at the heart of the world-renowned arts festival action. 

Members can bid or redeem points for five unforgettable types of experiences, including the coveted ‘IHG Golden Ticket’, which allows one lucky winner to attend any show across the Adelaide Fringe, curating a personalised festival journey. 

Adelaide Fringe Festival

For 2026, IHG is adding a brand-new experience, ‘Circus, Chaos & Charcuterie’. This immersive package offers ringside seats to the extraordinary ‘Elixir Revived’ performance, described as “Cirque du Soleil meets Magic Mike,” blending comedy, daring circus skills and jaw-dropping acrobatics – including wine and charcuterie – for a truly unforgettable Adelaide Fringe night. 

Dean Jones, Vice President Commercial – East Asia & Pacific (EAPAC), IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “Celebrating our third year with Adelaide Fringe is a milestone that reflects IHG’s passion for championing creativity and emerging talent. 

 

“For IHG One Rewards members, this partnership unlocks exclusive opportunities to experience the festival in unique ways, making it easier to turn points into memorable cultural moments.” 

Available packages on offer include: 

Package 1: Bid to Win – The IHG Golden Ticket: The ultimate gateway to Adelaide Fringe, putting the power to design your perfect festival adventure in the winner’s hands. 

 

Package inclusions: 

• One (1) free double pass to any Adelaide Fringe Festival show* per day
• Bidding starts at 50,000 IHG One Rewards Points 
• Bidding opens on Tuesday, 3 February at 10:00am and closes on Friday 20 February at 10:00am 

Package 2: Redeem Instantly - Adelaide Fringe Opening VIP Event for Two: Enjoy a night of drinks, canapés, live performances, and inspiring talks, while getting a first glimpse of the Festival’s most anticipated 2026 shows. 

Package inclusions:  

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  Two (2) invitations to Adelaide Fringe’s VIP Opening Event on Friday 20 February from 3:00pm – 5:30pm 
• One (1) double pass to an ‘Immersive Worlds’ experience of choice  
• Instant redemption for 25,000 IHG One Rewards Points  

Package 3: Redeem Instantly - Garden Feast at the Garden of Unearthly Delights for Two: Renowned Australian chefs join forces with South Australian food heroes to whip up a series of unforgettable outdoor dinners in the heart of The Garden. Expect inventive dishes, live performances and unexpected twists at every turn, a full-on feast for the senses where chaos and flavour collide. 

Package inclusions: 

• Two (2) tickets to the Garden Feast at the Garden of Unearthly Delights on Monday, 2 March from 6:30pm – 9:30pm. The ticket includes a multiple-course meal and a complimentary drink on arrival 
• One (1) Adelaide Fringe Merch pack  
• One (1) complimentary bottle of South Australian wine  
• Instant redemption for 35,000 IHG One Rewards Points  

Package 4: Redeem Instantly - Circus, Chaos & Charcuterie for Two: Elixir Revived is a high-energy spectacle where daring circus feats meet bold comedy and jaw-dropping acrobatics. Watch the action unfold from prime seats while savouring a bottle of wine and a gourmet charcuterie platter, immersing yourself in the chaos, spectacle and theatrical thrill of the show. 

Package inclusions: 

• Two (2) Ringside Tickets to Elixir Revived on the date of their choice  
• One (1) Bottle of Wine   
• One (1) Charcuterie Platter for Two   
• Instant redemption for 30,000 IHG One Rewards Points  

Package 5: Redeem Instantly - Immersive Worlds Double Passes: With 22 full-dome and VR experiences across six venues, visitors can dive into stories from the ocean floor to the outer edges of the universe. Interactive elements and family-friendly sessions make it a thrilling adventure for curious minds of all ages. 

Package inclusions: 

• One (1) double pass to an ‘Immersive Worlds’ experience of your choice.   
• Instant redemption for 2,000 IHG One Rewards Points 
• To celebrate Adelaide Fringe, IHG is offering packages* across a selection of its Adelaide properties, blending overnight stays with unique festival experiences. 

Mayfair Hotel

At Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets, guests can select the “Neighbourhood Fringe Stay” with breakfast for two and a complimentary drink voucher, the “Market & Meander” package featuring a house drink or dessert for ticket holders, or the “Merrymaker” rooftop experience with $15 Fringe cocktails and sweeping city views. 

Crowne Plaza Adelaide Mawson Lakes welcomes ticket holders to enjoy a complimentary pre- or post-show drink at the stylish Aviator Bar, while Crowne Plaza Adelaideoffers the “Adelaide Fringe Night In” package, pairing an overnight stay with breakfast for two, as well as the choice from two welcome amenities on arrival: two Festival beers with classic Fringe holders, an or a colourful hand-held fan.  

Ideal for a pre-or-post show stop, Mayfair Hotel Adelaide’s HENNESSY Rooftop Bar offers the perfect setting for a cocktail paired with a curated charcuterie board. 

Travellers and Adelaide locals can join IHG One Rewards for free and unlock access to an exclusive Adelaide Fringe package by visiting ihg.com/onerewards  

For more information on IHG Hotels & Resorts' partnership with Adelaide Fringe, visit ihg.com/AdelaideFringe

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