Biggest event of its type
The Brighton Festival Fringe is the biggest open access, mixed arts event in England, and the second largest in the world. The festival presents a 3-week celebration of art and expression with thousands of events including; cabaret, comedy, dance, film, children's events and 128 music gigs!
Open to all
The Fringe exists to encourage the development and promotion of arts and entertainment activity in Brighton and the surrounding area. Anyone can apply to participate – subject to a fee - no one is invited to appear, and no artistic judgment or selection criteria are imposed.
History of the Fringe
Brighton Festival has had Fringe activity, which ran alongside the programmed Brighton Festival, since its creation in 1967. Over the years the Fringe grew significantly until 2003 when it finally developed into an independent event under the heading of Brighton Festival Fringe.
Fringe 2006 – don’t miss it!
With it’s growing popularity and reputation with audiences, artists and companies worldwide the Brighton Festival Fringe will certainly be making an increased impact on Brighton and Hove year after year. It’s an opportunity not to be missed, for both participants and for patrons.
