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FABAlice Festival 2027

Drag, Glitter, Cabaret , Performances and so much more For Kings, FABAlice Festival is for Queens and everything in-between!

  • Event Dates

    From: Awaiting dates
    To: Awaiting dates

  • Key Highlights

    • Drag performers
    • Rainbow Festival
    • Pool Party
    • Drag Queen Bingo
    • Drag Queen Story time
    • Cabaret Performances
    • Lip Sync Battle
    • Street Party

FABAlice Festival Alice Springs 2027

Drag, Glitter, Cabaret , Performances and so much more, FABAlice Festival is for Queens, Kings and everything in-between!

The Festival

  • Next Edition: Awaiting dates, typically Thursday to Sunday in late March.
  • FABAlice Festival, Alice Springs is a 4 day rainbow festival in the beating heart of Australia.
  • Spectacular drag, comedy and cabaret performances and events featuring a Flag raising ceremony, Street Party, Colouring the town Rainbow, Cinema screenings, Drag Queen Bingo Mega Draw, Drag Queen Story time, and more.
  • Enjoy a party under the stars, Afterparty, Drag Queen Bingo, a Pool Party and an DJ pumping out the tunes set amongst a glittering landscape of Alice Springs!
  • This year most of the events take place at Alice Springs Convention Centre, with its very own Priscilla bar.
  • Rent your own villa at Desert Palms, with access to a crystal clear swimming pool and a wide range of amenities, just a 5-minute walk to the top attractions.

The Schedule

  • Awaiting the full schedule of events for 2027.

The Venues

  • The Juicy Rump, Lasseters – A relaxed bar and grill at Lasseters with live DJs, outdoor decks and casual dining vibes.
  • Andy McNeill Room – The Andy McNeill Room’s home base for local events and community gatherings in central Alice.
  • Todd Mall Alice Springs – A lively pedestrian mall where local markets and nightlife meet under open skies.
  • Alice Springs Convention Centre – The Alice Springs Convention Centre, a key venue for conferences and events is situated slightly to the southwest of the Alice Springs town centre. Located at 93 Barrett Drive, it is adjacent to the Lasseters Hotel Casino, about 3km from the very heart of Alice Springs.
  • Alice Springs Aquatic & Leisure Centre – A poolside playground for drag aqua aerobics, social splashes and active afternoons.

What to see in Alice Springs?

  • Alice Springs has long been a diverse town, a little rainbow bubble in the centre of Australia and the FABAlice Festival is the perfect way to enjoy the local hospitality at its finest.
  • The city is a mirage in the heart of Australia’s Red Centre and is the perfect stopping off point for one of the world’s great wonders, Ayers Rock/Uluru.

History of the Festival

  • FABalice Festival started in 2018 and was inspired by the cult classic movie The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.
  • It sits prettily on the gay social calendar just after the Mardi Gras festivities in Sydney, a picturesque desert escape in which to recover from the excesses of the previous weeks, or you know, just add to the damage.

Where to Stay

Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action

Desert Palms,   DoubleTree by HiltonQuest Alice Springs, Crowne Plaza

Gay Map of Alice Springs

9-10 South Terrace, The Gap Northern Territory 0870, Australia

This 4.5-star hotel offers free WiFi, free parking and modern accommodation, very close to the CBD, Alice Springs Convention Centre, 

Quest Alice Springs provide modern, serviced studios and apartments that include LCD TVs, DVD player, and a stereo system.

Guests can choose from the list of nearby restaurants to dine outside out and charge their dinner bill back to Quest Apartments. Breakfast packs can be arranged upon request.

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93 Barret Drive, Desert Springs Northern Territory 0870, Australia

Nestled at the foot of the majestic MacDonnell Ranges in Alice Springs, the 4.5 star Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters offers rooms with a balcony or patio. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a heated pool, a spa bath and a 24-hour health and fitness centre.

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters offers rooms and suites featuring an LCD TV with in-room movies and cable TV.

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82 Barret Drive, Desert Springs Northern Territory 0870, Australia

Featuring refurbished guest rooms and suites with sophisticated furniture and fittings, modern bathrooms, LED lighting and Smart TV's, DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs offers accommodation in the heart of Australia. Set against MacDonnell Ranges, the hotel is only 15 km from Alice Springs Airport and within walking distance of the town. Free WiFi is available.

Features a 24-hour fitness centre, two tennis courts, a heated outdoor pool overlooking the lush garden landscape and an 18-hole golf course located next door.

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74 Barret Drive, Desert Springs Northern Territory 0870, Australia

Desert Palms is a 3.5-star property offering individual studio villa accommodation, surrounded by tropical gardens and set around a crystal clear swimming pool with island and waterfall. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property.

All villas at Desert Palms Alice Springs are air-conditioned and include bougainvillea-covered verandahs, private en suite bathrooms and kitchenette facilities.

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Cnr 18 Knuckey Ave and Babbage Street, 0870 Alice Springs, Australia

All accommodation offers a fully equipped kitchen, a dining setting and a lounge area. Some accommodation offers a patio. Towels and bed linen are provided. Offering  a Salt-water swimming pool

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5 Strehlow Street, The Gap Northern Territory 0870, Australia

The air-conditioned apartments come with a well-equipped kitchenette or kitchen and laundry facilities. All apartments have a balcony or patio where guests can relax. There is an outside swimming pool

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Olive Pink Grove 5, 0870 Alice Springs, Australia

This gorgeous home has everything you need for a stay in the sun, including large terrace, the air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen with a washing machine.

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69 Gap Road, The Gap Northern Territory 0870, Australia

All air-conditioned apartments have a microwave, refrigerator, stove and oven. Each apartment has a spacious seating area and a bathroom with a bathtub and a hairdryer. WiFi is available & costs AUD 5 per 24 hours.

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Shop 1/58 Todd Mall Alice Springs, NT, Australia 0870

Great Venues are hard to come by in this town. Unique bars and restaurants, even harder. Slightly off the beaten track and right in the middle of town - you'll find the coolest space. The Epilogue Lounge. With its artful design, The EpilogueLounge has quietly built a reputation among the bar hopping elite for a vibe that's continually surprising. A menu that tickles the palate and a sound to uplift the soul. GAY FRIENDLY

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78 Todd Street, Alice Springs Northern Territory 0870, Australia

The Rock Bar is Central Australia's number one late night venue for live DJ's, music, sports, special events, theme nights with an awesome Beer Garden, awesome staff and lit crowd! Open from 4:00pm to 2:00am Tuesday to Saturday. GAY FRIENDLY

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Recommended Hotels in Alice Springs By Booking

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We have chosen hotels in Alice Springs that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars

DoubleTree
4 Star, Luxury

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
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  • 4-Star, Outdoor Pool, Golf Course
  • A short taxi ride to the gay bars
  • Modern rooms, LED lighting
  • Heart of Australia, against MacDonnell Ranges, perfect for luxury and adventure lovers

Quest Alice Springs
4 Star, Aparthotel

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  • 4-Star, Close to CBD, Modern
  • A short taxi ride to the gay bars
  • LCD TV, stereo system
  • Near CBD, offers modern accommodation with convenience for business and leisure

Crowne Plaza
4 Star, Great Value

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  • 4-Star, Balcony or Patio, Spa
  • A short taxi ride to the gay bars
  • Heated pool, spa bath
  • Nestled by MacDonnell Ranges, offers serene rooms with health and wellness facilities

Desert Palms
3 Star, Location

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  • 3-Star, Pool, Tropical Gardens
  • A short taxi ride to the gay bars
  • Studio villa, kitchenette facilities
  • Individual villas set in tropical gardens, perfect for a peaceful retreat with privacy and comfort

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