Adelaide City will once again transform into its own catwalk as ADL Fashion Week returns from 7–11 October, inviting audiences to experience fashion up close.
Presented by the Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA), a subsidiary of the City of Adelaide, since 2022, ADL Fashion Week is Adelaide’s premier fashion festival which continues to expand, showcasing the city’s creative and innovative designs to the world stage.
With a strong vision and strategic direction from AEDA, ADL Fashion Week brings audiences closer to the designers, makers and creative industries shaping South Australia’s fashion culture. It also continues to support South Australia’s fashion industry while creating broader economic and cultural benefits across the city.
Now in its fourth year, ADL Fashion Week has continued to demonstrate the importance of showcasing Adelaide-based talent. A significant venture for AEDA, the festival demonstrates a strong focus on events and opportunities that boost and enhance city-based economy and interest.
“ADL Fashion Week is a celebration of Adelaide’s creative heartbeat. It’s a platform for the designers and brands crafting quality product here, paired with the food and hospitality scene Adelaide does so well,” AEDA Executive Manager Marketing and Tourism, Michael Rossi says.
Continuing this exciting growth, ADL Fashion Week 2026 will shine a spotlight on the people, processes and places shaping Adelaide’s vibrant fashion scene, celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship woven throughout the city.
The overarching strategic direction – explored under the theme Fashion Up Close – will examine how individual style emerges through community, connection and creative expression – revealing the stories, inspiration and artistry behind the designs.
“When fashion is shown up close, it becomes something to understand and value, not just something to watch,” Mr Rossi says.
Supported by the South Australian Fashion Industry Association (SAFIA), ADL Fashion Week will showcase the individuality, innovation and collaboration thriving across Adelaide’s creative industries.
“South Australia is home to an extraordinary depth of creative talent, and ADL Fashion Week offers an important opportunity to bring that work into view, celebrating the strength, sophistication, and distinct perspective of our local fashion community,” SAFIA Board Chair, Dr Nathan James Crane says.
Opportunities To Get Involved
ADL Fashion Week 2026 presents opportunities for designers, businesses, creatives and event organisers to be part of the festival program and contribute to Adelaide’s growing fashion and creative industries.
To support industry participation, AEDA will host two industry information sessions on Wednesday 10 June.
The Runway Designer Expression of Interest session, supported by SAFIA, will guide participants through the runway program, EOI process, key dates and application requirements.
Location: The Meeting Hall at Adelaide Town Hall
Time: 8:30am – 9:30 am
Registrations are essential.
The Associated Events Information Session will explore how to shape and deliver an event as part of ADL Fashion Week, connect potential partners, provide insights into marketing support packages and key dates.
Location: The Meeting Hall at Adelaide Town Hall
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Registrations are essential.
As Adelaide’s premier fashion festival, the program creates opportunities not only for designers, but for the broader beauty, hospitality, arts, retail and creative industries to participate and thrive across the city.
Registrations for these sessions will close Wednesday 5 June.
To further support industry engagement, the new ADL Fashion Week Industry Facebook Group provides a dedicated space for designers, creatives, venues, and suppliers to connect, share opportunities and build partnerships.
For further information, key dates and to register for an info session, visit ADLFashionWeek.com/Industry.