Adelaide’s Poppin Out returns with a bigger-than-ever 32-performer line-up, bringing drag, music and Pride energy to Synagogue Place after the city’s Pride March. With tickets from $25 and entry to Mary’s Poppin included, it’s shaping up to be one of the city’s most colourful nights out.

Essential Takeaways

  • When: Poppin Out starts at 5pm on Saturday 7 November 2026, following the Adelaide Pride March.
  • Where: Synagogue Place will become an open-air party space, with the night continuing inside Mary’s Poppin.
  • Who’s performing: The 32-act bill includes Kween Kong, Coco Jumbo, Hannah Conda, Vanity, Vybe and major Adelaide talent.
  • How late: The street party runs until 11pm, while Mary’s Poppin continues afterwards.
  • Ticket value: Presales start at $25 and include access to the club for the rest of the evening.

Adelaide’s biggest queer street party is back

There’s something wonderfully chaotic about a drag show spilling into the street. For Poppin Out 2026, Synagogue Place is set to fill with glitter, music, towering looks and the unmistakable buzz of a crowd arriving straight from Pride.

Mary’s Poppin has built the event around a simple idea: take the club’s drag, freedom and community spirit outdoors for one huge celebration. The result is a day-to-night event that feels less like a standard club booking and more like Adelaide’s queer community taking over its own corner of the city.

Glam Adelaide reported that the event will feature 32 performers, making this the largest Poppin Out line-up so far. That scale matters, because there should be plenty to keep the energy moving even as the evening stretches on.

Who’s on the 32-act Poppin Out line-up?

The bill brings together interstate favourites, established drag names and local performers. Kween Kong, Coco Jumbo, Hannah Conda, Vanity and Vybe are among the headline attractions, while the wider programme includes Alison Xpress, Bebe Babow, Berri Juicy, Boystress, Brooke Seto, Camp Minister, Champagne and Cleo Taurus.

The alphabetical list continues with Ellie Delight, Estelle, Eve Elle, Fay Rocious, Glitzy Von Jagger, Indi Klosette, Jules Harlow, Kane Enable, Luci Furr, Mihz, Minty Hydrangea, Miss Jay, Miss Jackson, Pinball and Popchops.

Tritri, Venti, Vonni and Xai round out a bill that promises plenty of variety. Mary’s Poppin’s official event information positions the party as a full venue takeover, rather than a short set of performances sandwiched between regular club hours.

Why the Pride March connection matters

Poppin Out begins immediately after the Adelaide Pride March, so the party’s atmosphere should already be in full flight before the first act takes the stage. Guests can move from a public celebration of LGBTQIA plus identity into an evening built around performance, music and social connection.

That transition gives the event its particular rhythm. The city starts the day together, then the crowd gathers at Synagogue Place as the lights come on and the street becomes the main stage. It’s a natural handover from parade energy to nightlife, with a little extra sparkle along the way.

Previous coverage from Glam Adelaide has described Poppin Out as a major annual street party featuring DJs, glamour and drag. For anyone planning a Pride weekend itinerary, it’s an easy event to place near the top of the list.

Street party first, club night later

The outdoor portion is scheduled to run until 11pm, but that won’t be the end of the night. Ticket holders will also have access to Mary’s Poppin afterwards, giving the event a useful second act once the street begins to quieten.

That indoor continuation is especially handy for anyone who doesn’t want the evening to stop when the outdoor programme wraps. Expect a change of pace rather than a hard finish: the open-air spectacle gives way to the familiar club setting, with more music, drinks and drag still on the cards.

The venue has also used larger events and off-site parties to expand its usual club atmosphere. Glam Adelaide’s coverage of previous Mary’s Poppin celebrations points to a broader appetite for drag-led events that mix performers, DJs, cocktails and a strong sense of occasion.

How to make the most of Poppin Out 2026

If you’re going, arriving early looks like the smart move. The party begins at 5pm, and the organisers have encouraged guests not to leave it until the last minute, particularly with the Pride March feeding into the event.

Wear something comfortable enough for standing and dancing, but don’t be shy with the sparkle. Street parties reward shoes you can manage for several hours, a small bag, and a phone battery that can survive a long evening of photos and videos.

Tickets start at $25 and include Mary’s Poppin access for the rest of the night. Check the official event page for the latest ticket conditions, entry details and any updates before setting off.

It’s a small planning job for a very big night: arrive ready, stay curious and let the crowd carry you along.

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