Industry Hub
Your entry point to get involved
ADL Fashion Week continues to evolve as a platform for connection, creativity and growth. Alongside the Runway Program, the Associated Events Program invites venues, retailers and creatives to shape their own experience in the city.
With the focus on collaboration, visibility and industry development, ADL Fashion Week creates opportunities for emerging and established talent to be seen, connect with new audiences and contribute to a dynamic annual festival program.
The long-term direction will bring audiences closer to the people, process and place. Because when fashion is brought up close, it becomes something more than something to watch—it becomes something to understand, value and be part of.
2026 Key dates
- Industry info sessions held: 10 June
- Associated events program applications open: 15 June
- Designer EOI opens: 22 June
- Volunteer EOI opens: 15 July
- Designer EOI closes: 20 July
- Associated events program applications close: 31 July
- Volunteer EOI closes: 31 August
- Festival occurs: 7-11 October
Explore opportunities below
Connect with the industry
The ADL Fashion Week Industry Facebook Group allows you to connect with others involved in the 2026 program.
Designers, venues, creatives and suppliers can use this group to:
- Find collaborators and build partnerships
- Share opportunities and services
- Ask questions and learn from others
About ADL Fashion Week
ADL Fashion Week returns from 7-11 October 2026.
The festival is a city-based celebration of the fashion and creative industries—bringing together designers, businesses and audiences through a curated program of runway shows and independently produced events.
ADL Fashion Week is presented by the Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA), a subsidiary of City of Adelaide, and supported by the South Australian Fashion Industry Association (SAFIA).
FAQ
ADL Fashion Week takes place across Adelaide City and North Adelaide, with locations spanning fashion, retail, hospitality venues and cultural spaces.
ADL Fashion Week is presented by the Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA) in partnership with the South Australian Fashion Industry Association (SAFIA).
Not at all. ADL Fashion Week is designed for both industry and the wider public, whether you’re a fashion lover, creative, local business or simply looking to experience something new in the city.
No. While runways are a key part of the festival, ADL Fashion Week also celebrates the people, ideas, businesses and creative culture surrounding fashion in Adelaide.
Designers can apply through the official Runway Designer EOI process opening 22 June until 20 July 2026.
Visit the Designers & Runways page for details on official runway opportunities, eligibility, key dates and the EOI process.
Associated Events are independently produced experiences presented as part of the wider festival program, helping bring fashion and creativity into venues and spaces across the city.
Visit the Associated Events Program page for application details, guidelines and participation information.
Yes. The festival supports emerging and established talent through runway opportunities, collaborations, volunteering and citywide industry engagement.
Businesses can participate through Associated Events, collaborations, sponsorship opportunities, partnerships or city activations aligned with the festival.
Absolutely. Collaboration is a key part of ADL Fashion Week, and the ADL Fashion Week Industry Facebook Group is designed to help foster connections across the creative community.
Yes. Volunteer opportunities will open later in the year, with details published through the Industry Hub and industry channels.
The full festival program will be announced closer to October 2026, with updates released progressively throughout the year.
Please refer to individual events for more details on event and venue accessibility.
The Facebook Group is a dedicated community space where industry members can connect, collaborate, ask questions and share opportunities ahead of the festival.
Please contact fashion@aedasa.com.au to discuss sponsorship opportunities with our team.
Please contact fashion@aedasa.com.au for any media enquiries.
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