What the F is Fringe?
Fringe is where anything goes. Fringe is open-access, independent, and unfiltered. No curators, no gatekeepers — if you’ve got a show, you can take part. Fringe is where you’ll find the weird, the wonderful, and the wildly original and it’s where stars are born.
Why do people love Fringe?
- It’s raw and real — try something new
- It’s diverse — where difference takes centre stage
- It’s accessible and affordable — for artists and audiences alike
- It’s global — part of a 300+ strong international network of creative freedom
Comedy
Cabaret & Burlesque
Music
Theatre & Dance
Kids
Choirs
Australia’s Biggest Little Fringe
Three weekends of indie arts, bold ideas, and unexpected delights in Newy. Our buzzing beachside city welcomes artists and audiences from across the globe. Come for the art, stay for the vibe.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the festival on?
The 2027 Newcastle Fringe Festival will be taking place from the 6th until the 21st of March 2026. Tickets will be on sale from 1 February 2027.
When do artist applications start?
We’ll begin accepting expressions of interest from artists wishing to perform at the 2027 Newcastle Fringe on August 25th, 2026.
Can I volunteer?
Yes! Volunteering with Newcastle Fringe provides a fabulous experience in the arts industry and is a great addition to any C.V.
How can I support the fringe?
We are looking for Corporate Sponsors and Media Partners who want to collaborate with Newcastle Fringe Festival to help bring this vision to life.
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2026 Fringe Partners
Standing Ovation Partners
Encore Partners
Curtain Call Partners
Media Mavens
Newcastle Fringe acknowledges the Awabakal and Worimi peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we gather. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and recognise their enduring spiritual and cultural connection to land, sea, sky, and Country.