The 2026 IndyFringe Festival Concluded on August 23, 2026.
Stay tuned for more info about the next IndyFringe Festival presented by Everwise Credit Union | August 12 - 22, 2027
The IndyFringe Festival is Indiana's largest performing arts festival! An 11 day celebration of theatre, comedy, music, magic and more, featuring more than 50 acts from across the globe and nearly 300 performances where people just like you come together to laugh, listen, and explore everything an artful world has to offer!

Ticketing Info
General Admission
Including all Box Office Fees
Flex Passes
Save even more with waived ticket fees!
Rush Ticketing
Rush Ticket Price: $12
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Fringe Festival Performances
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Bringing children along? Here are some family-friendly show recommendations for children under 10 years old.
Plan Your Visit

A TOAST TO YOU!
Spend an Evening at The Curtain Call Cantina
Grab a refreshing drink between shows on a warm afternoon, mingle with artists and audience members, and don’t forget to hydrate. Your favorite IndyFringe tradition is back!
Location: 719 E. St. Clair Street.

GO ON AN ADVENTURE
Explore the Incredible Mass Ave Cultural Arts District
Indianapolis is filled with businesses that are fabulous Friends of Fringe.
Click below to learn more about our community partners, and how they are bringing the Fringe spirit to Mass Ave!

FRINGE FOR FREE!
Check Out Our Calendar of Free Events!
Flesh out your day at the Fringe with our calendar of Free events, including the hours of our Busking Stage and KidZone
Want to see shows for free? Join our team of incredible volunteers and earn a complimentary ticket for every shift you work!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is seeing a Fringe show like?
That depends on the show! Many of our acts are interactive and benefit from a lively, engaged, and vocal audience… but others are softer and more introspective pieces. If you have questions about what to expect inside the audience, ask the theatre captain at your venue or visit the audience services desk.
Doors open 10 minutes prior to each show
- You can join the ticket-holder line starting up to 30 minutes prior to the show to ensure prompt entry.
- All seats are first-come-first-served.
- If a production is sold out, you may be asked to fill the audience from one side to another a-la-Disney.
No Late Entry
Shows start on time and may decide not to allow latecomers to avoid disruption. It is impossible to late seat in some theatres without audience members crossing the stage.
No Refunds, Limited Exchange Policy
Exceptions will only be made as outlined in the COVID-19 policy.
Tickets may be exchanged for the same show on a different date if tickets are still available. Date change requests must be made to the box office manager at max@indyfringe.org.
Everyone needs a ticket
This includes children and toddlers. An infant 2 or younger does not require a ticket if they are being held and will not take up a seat in the house.
Performance Etiquette
- Turn off/Silence your Cell Phones
- Cameras and recording devices are not permitted unless specifically requested by the artists.
ADA Accessibility
For ADA accessibility information, please call (317) 210-4639.
Individual Ticket Pricing
This year, artists were afforded the option to choose their ticket price.
You will see shows with the following ticket prices (including fees):
Option 1
- Adult – $22
- Child, Student, or Senior Tickets – $16
Option 2
- Pay What You Can – $10 Minimum
- To utilize the Pay What You Can Pricing, simply write in your desired ticket price before adding to your cart.
Individual tickets for performances can be purchased here.
Purchase online or by phone
Click here to browse shows and purchase tickets. Call (317) 210-4639 for assistance or to purchase tickets via phone.
Advance ticket sales are strongly encouraged.
Online sales will be available until each show’s start time.
Purchase Tickets In-Person
In person tickets will be available 30-minutes prior to each show, or at any time at the Audience Services Desk.
Yes. Every theatre will have their own box office. However, some deals are only available online.
The IndyFringe Festival does not issue hard copies of your tickets. When you order tickets from the Box Office or Online you will receive a confirmation email with a link to your e-ticket attached. You can print your tickets or show them on a mobile device.
If you are unable to show your tickets, please speak to a volunteer or box office associate for assistance. Whatever the situation, don’t stress. Our dedicated team is here to help.
No Refunds
Exceptions will only be made as outlined in the organization’s Health Policy
Tickets are transferable between different performances of the same production (subject to availability). To request a date transfer, please email max@indyfringe.org.
- Once you’ve purchased a Flex Pass online (click here to purchase), you’ll receive a confirmation email with 6 tickets attached.
- Bring your tickets to the door and discard them when you’re done!
- OR – Copy and paste the code from your ticket into the “Discount or Flex Pass Code” window online to redeem.
Watch this video for further instructions or if you have any trouble!
The IndyFringe Theatre Festival runs the length of Mass Ave, from New York Street, all the way to the Bottleworks District.
Parking in downtown can be complicated, and free parking is sparse. With that in mind, we have recommended three distinct, paid lots within close proximity to our theatres.
- IF Theatre | The Bottleworks District parking garage – 824 Massachusetts Avenue
- The District Theatre | Penrose building parking garage, access off of North Street
- The Athenaeum and Murat Shriner’s Arabian Room |. Old National Center parking lot – Access off of North Street.
At this time, vaccines and masks are suggested when adequate social distancing is not possible, but are not required for admission to the theatre.
Certain productions may ask for the front row of audience members to be masked, in which case masks will be provided.
Click here to view the full policy.
Festival Sponsors
The 2026 IndyFringe Festival is Presented by:



































