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Join us July 15-26, 2026 for an amazing line-up of independent theatre, musicals and more from across Canada and around the world. 🎭🎀✨ #WpgFringe

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A musician performs on stage under a purple spotlight, seated with an acoustic guitar. Large text above reads, "BOB MARLEY how reggae changed the world," and below, "ONE WEEK AWAY."

A musician performs on stage under a purple spotlight, seated with an acoustic guitar. Large text above reads, "BOB MARLEY how reggae changed the world," and below, "ONE WEEK AWAY."

We are just ONE WEEK away from the annual Fringe fundraiser! Make sure you get your tickets to see Duane Forrest's hit show, Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed the World at the Warehouse.

On stage Dec 11 - 13, get your tickets at
www.winnipegfringe.com/2025-Fundrai...

#WPGFringe #Fringe #Winnipeg

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πŸ“Έ Photo by Leif Norman.

#WPGFringe #Fringe #Winnipeg

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A bearded man stands outdoors, holding a colourful promotional sign with a photo on it. He wears a patterned cap and a button-up shirt, engaging with people seated around a picnic table. The words "Pathways to the Fringe" are prominently displayed above him. The background is softly lit with blurred fairy lights and trees, creating a festive atmosphere.

A bearded man stands outdoors, holding a colourful promotional sign with a photo on it. He wears a patterned cap and a button-up shirt, engaging with people seated around a picnic table. The words "Pathways to the Fringe" are prominently displayed above him. The background is softly lit with blurred fairy lights and trees, creating a festive atmosphere.

Want to put on a Fringe show but don’t know where to start? Pathways to the Fringe program is the perfect fit!

This workshop series allowes adults gain the tools they need to enter a production into the 2027 Winnipeg Fringe.

Applications are open until Dec 15 πŸ‘€

www.surveymonkey.com/r/Pathways2026

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A poster for the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival fundraiser show, Duane Forrest's, Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed the World.

Five Stars - Winnipeg Free Press
December 11-13
Tom Hendry Warehouse
Tickets: $28

A poster for the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival fundraiser show, Duane Forrest's, Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed the World. Five Stars - Winnipeg Free Press December 11-13 Tom Hendry Warehouse Tickets: $28

The Winnipeg Fringe fundraising show is back!

We're excited to bring Duane Forrest's sell-out show, Bob Marley: How Reggae Changed the World, to the Warehouse. If you missed your chance to see his show this summer, now is your chance!

https://www.winnipegfringe.com/2025-Fundraiser.aspx
#wpgfringe

30.10.2025 19:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Indoor & Kids Venue applications for the 2026 Winnipeg Fringe Festival are NOW OPEN! Performing artists from all disciplines are welcome to apply.

Visit www.WinnipegFringe.com to learn more about the festival.

Applications CLOSE on Dec 10. Don't miss out!

#WpgFringe #fringefestival #WpgTheatre

28.10.2025 14:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

Your next #fringefestival adventure starts here!

Since 2003, the CAFF Touring Lottery has helped hundreds of artists hit the road, performing at multiple #FringeFestivals across North America.

Applications are now OPEN for 2026!

fringefestivals.com/for-artists/...

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The Royal MTC Warehouse season kicks off Oct 7 with Ronnie Burkett's amazing production of Wonderful Joe.

He first brought his signature style to the very first #WpgFringe in 1988. If current #WpgTheatre fans have missed his more recent shows you won't want to miss this one.

Tix at RoyalMTC.ca

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Today is #InternationalYouthDay!

Winnipeg Fringe is proud to welcome Fringers of all ages with programs like Kids Fringe, Kids Venue performances and accessible ticket pricing. Thank you to all the young people who come out and support indie theatre each year!


#wpgfringe #fringe #winnipeg

12.08.2025 21:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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As Fringe Festival comes to the end of another year, we’d like to thank our generous supporters.

Prairies Economic Development Canada, Winnipeg Arts Council and Manitoba Arts Council do so much to support, encourage and nurture the arts community in Winnipeg!

#wpgfringe #winnipeg #fringe

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Manitoba Association of Playwrights

The Harry S. Rintoul Award was established by the Manitoba Association of Playwrights and is made possible with the generous support of the Manitoba Arts Council.

mbplays.ca/services/har...

#wpgfringe #winnipeg #fringe

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Thomas McLeod accepts the honourable mention for the Harry S. Rintoul award for Best New Manitoba Play at the Winnipeg Fringe Festival.

Thomas McLeod accepts the honourable mention for the Harry S. Rintoul award for Best New Manitoba Play at the Winnipeg Fringe Festival.

Honourable mention went to Third Party by Thomas McLeod.

Other nominees included Daredevils by Ellen Peterson, I Hope You Know by Adia Branconnier and Tycho Freakin’ Brahe! by Heather Madill and Joseph Aragon.

πŸ“ΈPhoto by Leif Norman

#wpgfringe #winnipeg #fringe

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Ellen Peterson accepts the Harry S. Rintoul award for Best New Manitoba Play at the Winnipeg Fringe Festival.

Ellen Peterson accepts the Harry S. Rintoul award for Best New Manitoba Play at the Winnipeg Fringe Festival.

Congratulations to Ellen Peterson, who was awarded the 2025 Harry S. Rintoul Award for The Goose! πŸŽ‰

πŸ“ΈPhoto by Leif Norman

#wpgfringe #winnipeg #fringe

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Two people look at a phone. Text reads, Patron Survey." Two blue flowers frame the text.

Two people look at a phone. Text reads, Patron Survey." Two blue flowers frame the text.

Did you go on a Fringe adventure this year? We want to hear from YOU!

Submit your survey by August 22, 2025 to be entered for a chance to win two VIP 6 passes for the 2026 Winnipeg Fringe

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2025FringePatrons

πŸ“ΈPhoto by Leif Norman #wpgfringe #fringe #winnipeg

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A Fringe 50/50 Thank You graphic.

A Fringe 50/50 Thank You graphic.

One lucky Fringer walked away from the fest with $6465 πŸŽ‰

We'd like to thank our amazing community for supporting our 50/50 Raffle and helping us continue to bring you the best indie theatre, music, food and more.

#wpgfringe #fringe #winnipeg

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That's a wrap on your 2025 Fringe adventure!

As this journey comes to an end, we start preparing for next year's festival and another year of incredible indie theatre in Winnipeg! We hope to see you there.

#wpgfringe #fringe #winnipeg

28.07.2025 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today is the last day to get your Fringe 50/50 tickets! Don't ignore the siren call to help support the Fringe and enter for a chance to win the 50/50 GRAND PRIZE

Get your tickets and support the Fringe https://www.winnipegfringe.com/Support-Us/50-50-Raffle.aspx

#wpgfringe #winnipeg #fringe #5050

26.07.2025 18:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Your Fringe adventure is almost over πŸ₯²

Make sure you get out and Fringe before it's too late, with the festival ending tomorrow, you don't have much time left!

#wpgfringe #fringe #winnipeg

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Schedule Correction! Sandman will be appearing at the outdoor stage at 9:00 PM.

#wpgfringe #winnipeg #fringe

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Winnipeg Fringe Festival: 2025 show reviews Not sure what to see? All of theΒ Free Press’s reviews will be published here.Β  Find a show and click to read its review.

Have you been keeping up to date on the Free Press reviews? Check them out and go see a show! www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-lif...

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The Fringe Festival outdoor stage schedule for July 23. 12pm β€” Victoria Gwendoline 1:30pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix 3pm β€” Cory Wojcik 4:30pm β€” The Captain's Prologue 6pm β€” Josh Bellan 7pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix 8pm β€” The Kim Reimer Band 9pm β€” DJ Count Sally 10pm β€” DJ Crease

The Fringe Festival outdoor stage schedule for July 23. 12pm β€” Victoria Gwendoline 1:30pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix 3pm β€” Cory Wojcik 4:30pm β€” The Captain's Prologue 6pm β€” Josh Bellan 7pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix 8pm β€” The Kim Reimer Band 9pm β€” DJ Count Sally 10pm β€” DJ Crease

The Fringe Festival Kids Fringe schedule for July 23. 12pm Juggling Workshop with Ardyth Johnson 12–3pm Funtastic Party Planners Body and Balloon Art 12–3pm United for Literacy Summer Reading Tent 1pm Open the Door of Imagination with Storyteller Guady 2pm Storyteller Keith Taylor

The Fringe Festival Kids Fringe schedule for July 23. 12pm Juggling Workshop with Ardyth Johnson 12–3pm Funtastic Party Planners Body and Balloon Art 12–3pm United for Literacy Summer Reading Tent 1pm Open the Door of Imagination with Storyteller Guady 2pm Storyteller Keith Taylor

It's a great day to get out Fringing! Check out the daily schedule to see what's on at Old Market Square πŸ‘€

#wpgfringe #winnipeg #fringe

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It's a great day to get out Fringing! Check out the daily schedule to see what's on at Old Market Square πŸ‘€

#wpgfringe #winnipeg #fringe

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The Fringe Festival outdoor stage schedule for July 22.
12pm β€” Mari Padeanu Duo
1:30pm β€” The Captain's Prologue
2:30pm β€” Brett Hogan
3pm β€” Rein
4:30pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix
6pm β€” Luana Cunha
7pm β€” Kwiat
8pm β€” The Astronomics
9pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix
10pm β€” Nadia Douglas

The Fringe Festival outdoor stage schedule for July 22. 12pm β€” Mari Padeanu Duo 1:30pm β€” The Captain's Prologue 2:30pm β€” Brett Hogan 3pm β€” Rein 4:30pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix 6pm β€” Luana Cunha 7pm β€” Kwiat 8pm β€” The Astronomics 9pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix 10pm β€” Nadia Douglas

The Fringe Festival Kids Fringe schedule for July 22.
12pm Theatre & Improv Workshop with Meraki Theatre
12–3pm Funtastic Party Planners Body and Balloon Art
12–3pm United for Literacy Summer Reading Tent
1pm Juggling Workshop with Ardyth Johnson
2pm Circus Skills with Stephanie Strugar

The Fringe Festival Kids Fringe schedule for July 22. 12pm Theatre & Improv Workshop with Meraki Theatre 12–3pm Funtastic Party Planners Body and Balloon Art 12–3pm United for Literacy Summer Reading Tent 1pm Juggling Workshop with Ardyth Johnson 2pm Circus Skills with Stephanie Strugar

It’s a rainy day out there folks, make sure you have an umbrella packed for your Fringe adventure!
#wpgfringe #fringe #winnipeg

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The Fringe Festival outdoor stage schedule for July 21.

12pm β€” Victoria Gwendoline
1:30pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix
2:30pm β€” The Captain's Prologue
3pm β€” Dane Bjornson
4:30pm β€” Purple Room
6pm β€” Purple Room
7pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix
8:30pm β€” The OB
10pm β€” Music by Ruiz

The Fringe Festival outdoor stage schedule for July 21. 12pm β€” Victoria Gwendoline 1:30pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix 2:30pm β€” The Captain's Prologue 3pm β€” Dane Bjornson 4:30pm β€” Purple Room 6pm β€” Purple Room 7pm β€” Kaylie Kreatrix 8:30pm β€” The OB 10pm β€” Music by Ruiz

The Fringe Festival Kids Fringe schedule for July 21.

12pm Storyteller Keith Taylor
12–3pm Funtastic Party Planners Body and Balloon Art
12–3pm United for Literacy Summer Reading Tent
12–3pm MARRC Used Oil Recycling Booth and Mascot
1pm Sleepy the Clown Vaudeville Variety Clown Show
2pm Storyteller Jamie Oliviero

The Fringe Festival Kids Fringe schedule for July 21. 12pm Storyteller Keith Taylor 12–3pm Funtastic Party Planners Body and Balloon Art 12–3pm United for Literacy Summer Reading Tent 12–3pm MARRC Used Oil Recycling Booth and Mascot 1pm Sleepy the Clown Vaudeville Variety Clown Show 2pm Storyteller Jamie Oliviero

A rainy Monday but that doesn’t stop the Fringe!
#wpgfringe #fringe #winnipeg

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Don't get the Sunday scaries, come out and Fringe!
#wpgfringe #winnipeg #fringe

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Sun, July 20
The air quality is rated high risk today. Take necessary precautions based on your own needs and reduce strenuous activities when possible.

We advise Fringers to have a mask handy & stay hydrated.

Some outdoor performances may be cancelled by the artists due to the air quality index.

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The Air Quality Health Index is rated high risk today.

We advise Fringers to have a mask handy if spending time at Old Market Square and travelling from venue to venue. Stay hydrated to avoid throat irritation.

If you are experiencing air quality-related symptoms, please seek medical attention.

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The Fringe Festival outdoor stage schedule for July 18.

12pm β€” The Messytones
1:30pm β€” The Captain's Prologue
3pm β€” The Real Folk Blues
4:30pm β€” Piti ThéÒtre Company
6pm β€” Shay Wolf Band
8pm β€” River City Sabers
9pm β€” Annaxis
10pm β€” Lady Muse & The Inspirations
11pm β€” Mama Cutsworth

The Fringe Festival outdoor stage schedule for July 18. 12pm β€” The Messytones 1:30pm β€” The Captain's Prologue 3pm β€” The Real Folk Blues 4:30pm β€” Piti ThéÒtre Company 6pm β€” Shay Wolf Band 8pm β€” River City Sabers 9pm β€” Annaxis 10pm β€” Lady Muse & The Inspirations 11pm β€” Mama Cutsworth

The Fringe Festival Kids Fringe schedule for July 18.
12–3pm Funtastic Party Planners Body and Balloon Art
12–3pm Graffiti Art
12–3pm MPI – Cycle Safely
12pm Storyteller Keith Taylor
1pm Juggling Workshop with Ardyth Johnson
2pm Storyteller Jamie Oliviero

The Fringe Festival Kids Fringe schedule for July 18. 12–3pm Funtastic Party Planners Body and Balloon Art 12–3pm Graffiti Art 12–3pm MPI – Cycle Safely 12pm Storyteller Keith Taylor 1pm Juggling Workshop with Ardyth Johnson 2pm Storyteller Jamie Oliviero

Happy Friday! Why not celebrate by coming down to the Fringe and enjoying today’s activities?
#fringe #wpgfringe #Winnipeg

18.07.2025 16:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fringe Festival kicks off in Winnipeg The annual Winnipeg Fringe Festival has officially kicked off, with nearly 150 acts expected to take place in and around downtown.

Thank you for the love @ctvnewswinnipeg.bsky.social!
www.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg/vid...

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A poster for the Winnipeg Fringe 50/50 raffle.

A poster for the Winnipeg Fringe 50/50 raffle.

Today is the last day to get your tickets for a chance to win our 50/50 early bird draw as well as the jackpot!

Get your tickets and support the Fringe 🎟️

https://www.winnipegfringe.com/Support-Us/50-50-Raffle.aspx

#wpgfringe #winnipeg #fringe #5050

17.07.2025 18:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The Fringe Festival outdoor stage schedule for July 17.

12pm β€” Shay Wolf Solo
1:3pm β€” The Captain's Prologue
3pm β€” Mikayla Marie
4:30pm β€” Piti ThéÒtre Company
6pm β€” Band at the Bottom of the Sea
7pm β€” Hercinia Arts
8pm β€” Dan Winters Band
9pm β€” River City Sabers
10pm β€” The Remedies
11pm β€” Kaptain

The Fringe Festival outdoor stage schedule for July 17. 12pm β€” Shay Wolf Solo 1:3pm β€” The Captain's Prologue 3pm β€” Mikayla Marie 4:30pm β€” Piti ThéÒtre Company 6pm β€” Band at the Bottom of the Sea 7pm β€” Hercinia Arts 8pm β€” Dan Winters Band 9pm β€” River City Sabers 10pm β€” The Remedies 11pm β€” Kaptain

The Fringe Festival Kids Fringe schedule for July 17.

12pm Bubble Dance Party! By Meraki Theatre
12–3pm Funtastic Party Planners Body and Balloon Art
12–3pm MPI – Cycle Safely
12–3pm MARRC Used Oil Recycling Booth and Mascot
1pm Open the Door of Imagination with Storyteller Guady
2pm Circus Skills Demo Stephanie Strugar

The Fringe Festival Kids Fringe schedule for July 17. 12pm Bubble Dance Party! By Meraki Theatre 12–3pm Funtastic Party Planners Body and Balloon Art 12–3pm MPI – Cycle Safely 12–3pm MARRC Used Oil Recycling Booth and Mascot 1pm Open the Door of Imagination with Storyteller Guady 2pm Circus Skills Demo Stephanie Strugar

Day two of the Fringe and our second outdoor schedule! β˜€οΈ

Did you make it out to kick-off last night?

#wpgfringe #fringe #winnipeg

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