2026 Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival

The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival is the largest, longest-running Fringe Festival in North America, and one of the most celebrated worldwide. Fringing is 11 days of theatre, music, magic, comedy, and community, where anyone can be an Artist and everyone belongs. 

See Theatre Shows: 200+ indoor theatre shows (more than 1,300 live performances!). All tickets $20 or less! From storytelling to musical theatre, improv to drama, the Fringe Festival showcases bold, original work from local, national, and international Artists. 

Explore pêhonân: Indigenous Artists and stories local to Treaty 6 and the Métis homeland share stories, workshops, and more at the Community of Tipis, located on the greenspace south of the Strathcona Community League. pêhonân is FREE! 

Visit KidsFringe: performances, workshops, crafts, and more created especially for kids 12 and under and their caregivers. KidsFringe is FREE! 

Enjoy FREE Fringe Music Series: featuring an electrifying concert lineup of local and touring musical talent in ATB Park. 

Roam the Festival Grounds: exciting Outdoor Artists, unique Food & Artisan vendors, plus family-friendly Fringe Patios featuring local brews. 

Discover live theatre in the heart of Old Strathcona and beyond: shows are performed all over the city including the French Quarter, 124^th Street, Downtown, and more! 

We can’t wait to fringe with you! 

Festival Guides on Sale: July 29, 2026

Tickets on Sale Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Online: https://​www​.fringeth​e​atre​.ca