The Theater Calls: Toronto Fringe Festival is back June 30th-July 12th!

It’s showtime — Toronto Fringe Festival is back for its 38th installment!

Ontario’s largest grassroots performance arts festival returns with another exciting line-up of shows. From June 30th-July 12th, see 123 shows on 27 stages around Toronto!

Toronto Fringe is the grassroots, charitable organization behind the annual Toronto Fringe Festival. It is a platform for everyone to access, discover and experiment with the arts. The group hopes to help foster a healthy arts economy and, ultimately, a thriving society.

With its headquarters located at 100 Broadview Ave in Toronto’s Riverside neighbourhood, Toronto Fringe is one of the newest members of the Riverside BIA as part of the recently launched expansion of the BIA.

(If you’re curious to know more about the Riverside BIA expansion, don’t worry, more details will be shared soon!)

Founded in 1989, the Toronto Fringe Festival takes place over 12 days every July, with over 1000 artists from local and international companies performing in theatre venues in Toronto. Shows include comedy, drama, musicals, improvisation, dance, and many more.

You can view the full 2026 Program Guide HERE or pick up a physical copy at Riverside’s very own Arts Market (790 Queen St E). Tickets for the shows are now available for purchase over on their website!

Toronto Fringe has also created a handy guide on how to make the most of the festival. You can check it out by clicking on the image above! Don’t forget to follow @toronto_fringe for updates!

While you’re at it, be sure to follow @riverside_bia on Instagram and check the Riverside Blog regularly so you’re always in the loop on exciting events from our BIA members!

Photo credits: Toronto Fringe

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