It's the ultimate Christmas present for Territorians, with Santa definitely not the only one set to SLAY this season.
Headlining next year's comedy and cabaret event is none other than comedy queen Mel Buttle, delivering a solid helping of the sharp humour and chaotic mum energy which has made her one of Australia's favourite comedians.
She's an award-winning stand-up, writer, broadcaster and former co-host of 'The Great Australian Bake Off', building a massive following with her laser-sharp observations, sketches, and Aussie humour.
In true Territory style, FabALICE won't be doing things by halves. Festival organisers say they “couldn't wait until Christmas morning” to share the news. . . So they've dropped the whole line-up like a sack of fabulous presents, straight down the chimney.
The programme is packed tighter than uncle Bill's belt after Christmas lunch, starring a glitter-filled cast of drag royalty, camp chaos, comedy heavyweights and cabaret darlings.
Joining Mel Buttle is a fierce troupe of drag superstars including 'RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under' winner Spankie Jackzon, newly-crowned Miss First Nation winner Kitty Obsidian, international social media sensation Taylor Sheesh, Freddie Merkin, Stone Motherless Cold, Leather Lungs, Oxy Kodeine, Cliteralli, The Huxleys, FabALICE Glam-bassadors Miss Ellaneous and Marzi Panne, and more.
Other highlights to expect in the 2026 FabALICE festival include Outback Shout, a full-throttle ensemble performance with knock-off bevvies and bogan antics, Night Markets, Budget Barbie Camper Town Tours hosted by fabulous drag celebrities, and plenty more. There's so much happenning that even the locals might need a lie down!
Tickets are on sale now.
FabALICE 2026 is on at Alice Springs from 26-29 March, 2026.
