Adelaide Artcade

Artist Alley & Creator's Market

October 14th-15th 10am-6pm
St. Clair Recreation Centre, Woodville South

Proudly supported by CouchWarriors SA

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About Artcade

Adelaide Artcade is an artist alley and creator's market focussed on supporting the growing number of talented creatives in the South Australian games community and beyond.The Artcade is organised as a part of CouchWarriors SA's annual Big Cheese major - one of the largest community fighting games events in South Australia.This year the Big Cheese 4 will be held at the St. Clair Recreation Centre in Woodville South (109 Woodville Rd, Woodville South SA 5011) on October 13th-15th with Artcade running on Saturday October 14th and Sunday October 15th from 10AM to 6PM on each day.
Attendee entry to Adelaide Artcade and Big Cheese 4 is FREE!Check out our Activities page for more info on things to do at Artcade and Big Cheese 4!While the Artcade has an emphasis on video games, especially fighting games, we welcome artists and creators with works from a variety of themes, genres, and backgrounds. Apply today!Got any questions, concerns, or feedback? Get in touch!

Adelaide Artcade acknowledges and respects the Traditional Owners, the Kaurna people, on whose land we meet, share, and work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging and extend our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from all nations of this land.

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Organisers of Big Cheese 4 and hosts Adelaide Artcade.

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Applications are CLOSED!

Stallholder applications for Adelaide Artcade are now closed! Thank you to everyone who spread the word and applied.Successful applicants will be emailed in August - keep an eye on your inboxes and spam folders. Goodluck!

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Stallholder applications for Adelaide Artcade are now OPEN! Click the button below to fill out an application form.Applications close on Sunday July 30, and successful applicants will be emailed in August. Goodluck!

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and Code of Conduct

Q: What is Adelaide Artcade?
A: The Artcade is the Big Cheese's artist alley and creator's market. Adelaide Artcade is focussed on supporting the growing number of talented creatives in the South Australian games community and beyond. Artcade is organised by volunteers with support from CouchWarriors SA.Q: What is the Big Cheese?
A: Big Cheese is an annual fighting games major and is the largest fighting games event in South Australia. The Big Cheese is organised by CouchWarriors SA.Check out our Activities page for more info on things to do at Artcade and Big Cheese 4!The Big Cheese 4 will be adhering to the SSB Tournament Code of Conduct. By entering the premises of our event, you tacitly agree to these guidelines at the venue. You can refer to the Code of Conduct using these links:
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A: Artcade and Big Cheese 4 will be held at the St. Clair Recreation Centre in Woodville South.
St. Clair Recreation Centre - YMCA
109 Woodville Rd, Woodville South SA 5011Q: When will the event be held?
A: Artcade will run during the weekend of Big Cheese 4 - Saturday October 14th and Sunday October 15th 10am-6pm.
Big Cheese 4 will be running events from Friday October 13th to Sunday October 15th.Q: How much do exhibitor/attendee passes cost for Artcade?
A: It is FREE to attend Artcade and browse artists' and creators' tables.For exhibitors:
Full Table fees are as follows: $60
Half Table fees are as follows: $30Artcade fees will be non-refundable after October 12 (the Thursday before Big Cheese 4+Artcade), so if anything arises that will stop you from tabling, please let us know before that date.Artcade stallholders will be supplied:
- 1x 6ft (1.8m) trestle table (the entire table for Full Table applicants or half the table shared with another assigned stallholder for Half Table applicants)
- 1x 1.2m wide x 1.8m tall partition wall for hanging artwork
- 2x chairs (1 for Half Table)
- 2x exhibitor passes (1 for Half Table).Additional chairs, passes, and other accommodations can be requested and may incur additional fees.At this point in time we cannot provide stallholders with electrical power (please contact us if you must have power at your table).Please note that due to the allocations of tables and venue layout (subject to change) the back side of your partition wall may be shared with a stallholder directly behind you so please be mindful on how you hang and display any works/shop displays/products on the partition wall - please email us at [email protected] if you have any concerns.Q: What is the opening hours?
A: Please note the following trading times for the Artcade.
Day 1 - October 14, Saturday: 10AM - 6PM
Day 2 - October 15, Sunday: 10AM - 6PM

Q: Can I compete in tournaments at the Big Cheese 4?
A: You must purchase the appropriate competitor pass for any tournament at the Big Cheese that you would like to participate in - Artcade passes does not grant you a competitor pass but you are free to spectate and browse other events at Big Cheese 4.If you would like to participate in any of the Big Cheese tournaments please refer to the following prices:Early Bird Competitor Pass: $50 (Ends after June 30th)
Regular Registration Competitor Pass: $60 (Ends after September 16th)
Late Registration Competitor Pass: $70 (Ends after October 13th)
FGC Tournaments Pay-at-venue Competitor Pass: $70
Side Game Pass: $20
Spectators: FreeMore details and tournament sign-ups can be found on the Big Cheese 4 start.gg page.Q: Can I cosplay?
A: Cosplaying is more than welcome! Feel free to post and use the hashtags #BigCheese4 and #AdelaideArtcade on photos of your cosplay from the Big Cheese and Artcade.Just please be mindful of the space you share with other attendees and exhibitors, and that the Big Cheese and Artcade is a family-friendly event.Attendees/exhibitors with large/cumbersome props may be asked to remove them from the venue at the discretion of event organisers.
No real weapons are to be brought into the venue - including but not limited to real blades (sharp or dull), real weaponry/arms, live ammunition, projectiles, etc. Event organisers may ask attendees to remove props from the venue at their discretion. If you are unsure about your prop please email us at [email protected]. Thank you for your understanding.

Q: How do I apply as an artist alley/creator's market exhibitor?
A: Fill out an Application Form here.Q: Who can apply?
A: While the Artcade is a part of The Big Cheese event which focusses on video games, particularly fighting games and the fighting games community, we welcome all artists and creators from all genres, themes, styles, and backgrounds.
We also highly encourage new and beginner artists and creators to apply as Artcade would like to support emerging talent!Please note that you must be over the age of 18 to apply or have a parent/legal guardian fill out the Application Form on your behalf if you are under the age of 18 - artists/creators under the age of 18 must also be accompanied by an adult at all times when tabling at Artcade.Q: How much will it cost to exhibit?
A: Full Table fees are as follows: $60
Half Table fees are as follows: $30Artcade fees will be non-refundable after October 12 (the Thursday before Big Cheese 4+Artcade), so if anything arises that will stop you from tabling, please let us know before that date.Artcade stallholders will be supplied:
- 1x 6ft (1.8m) trestle table (the entire table for Full Table applicants or half the table shared with another assigned stallholder for Half Table applicants)
- 1x 1.2m wide x 1.8m tall partition wall for hanging artwork
- 2x chairs (1 for Half Table)
- 2x exhibitor passes (1 for Half Table).Additional chairs, passes, and other accommodations can be requested and may incur additional fees.
At this point in time we cannot provide stallholders with electrical power.Q: I'm not based in South Australia, can I still apply?
A: As long as you can travel to Adelaide on the dates for the event, you are welcome to apply and exhibit!Q: Can I sell works made by others?
A: Artcade will not tolerate art theft, bootlegs, knock-offs, and other such products that you have not created yourself or with collaborators. If a stallholder is in violation of this they will be asked to leave the event.Q: Can I sell, display, or promote works created by AI generative technologies?
A: Artcade will not accept works that you have not created yourself or with collaborators - this includes works made with AI generative technologies. If a stallholder is in violation of this they will be asked to leave the event.Q: Can I sell, display, or promote any NFTs, cryptocurrency, and other related cryptocurrency products and/or advertisements?
A: Exhibitors are not allowed to sell, display, or promote any NFTs, cryptocurrency, and other related cryptocurrency products and/or advertisements. If a stallholder is in violation of this they will be asked to leave the event.

Q: Do you take cash/card?
A: Individual artists and creators will have their own means of taking payment but we recommend you bring cash just in case. At this current point in time an ATM machine will not be available at the event.Q: Is there food/catering at the event?
A: There are no food vendors at the Big Cheese 4 or Artcade, however the St. Clair Recreation Centre has a cafe where you can purchase food and drinks. Please refer to their website for more details.
Additionally a bar will be open with drinks for purchase (18+ with ID required).Q: My question isn't here/I would like to contact someone about my question.
A: Please send us an email at [email protected].

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Please note Artcade is not responsible for the games run at Big Cheese 4. For all enquiries about BC4 games please contact CouchWarriors SA.

On the Day Activities

Fighting Game & Community Tournaments

Various tournaments are run at Big Cheese 4, including titles such as:
- Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Singles and Doubles)
- Street Fighter 6
- Tekken 7/8 (based on release dates)
- Guilty Gear: Strive
- Guilty Gear XX: Accent Core +R
- Mortal Kombat 1
- Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3
- Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
- Blazblue: Central FictionEntry to these tournaments require either a Competitor Pass or Side Game Pass. Check out the BC4 start.gg page for more info.

... and so much more!

Keep an eye on this page as we update and confirm event details.

Please note Artcade is not responsible for the games run at Big Cheese 4. For all enquiries about BC4 games please contact CouchWarriors SA.

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