Something exciting is happening in Downtown Fort Collins this June: the revival of the Fort Collins Fringe Festival.
FoCo Fringe returns June 11–14, 2026, bringing 25 shows, 140+ performers, and 50+ performances to six venues around Fort Collins. Genres include experimental theatre, dance, comedy, live music, circus and more.
Fringe festivals are a little different from your typical arts event. The festival is open-access and unjuried to allow artists – professional and amateur alike – to share their creative work and not be afraid to try new things. The result is bold, weird, funny, and surprising performances.
Tickets are on sale now. You can browse the full lineup and plan your Fringe at focofringe.org/events. Shows do sell out, so book tickets to at least a few shows in advance, then get ready to enjoy the weekend.
You don’t want to miss the Opening Ceremony & Fringe Preview show on Thursday, June 11th at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm for mingling with artists. Tickets to the opening are Pay What You Want (Sliding scale: $5-$15+).
Listen to KRFC 88.9 Interview
FoCo Fringe Co-Director Charles Howes and artist Jesus Castro Gonzalez were invited to talk about the Fringe on KRFC. Have a listen!
Performances take place at Bas Bleu Theatre, Sound Bar, Fort Collins Circus Center, Wolverine Farm Letterpress & Publick House, Visit Fort Collins Welcome Center, and Foothills Unitarian Church.
And if you want to do more than just attend, we’re looking for volunteers to help us make the magic happen. FoCo Fringe is a community-powered event, and there’s a real role for you in making it happen. Head to focofringe.org/volunteer to get involved.
See you at the Fringe!
