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take part

TAKE PART

Want to perform or exhibit in the Fringe? We can offer you a national platform for music, theatre, dance, film, poetry, comedy, art, magic and much more.

host an event

HOST AN EVENT

Find out how to become a Fringe venue and see our comprehensive list of existing venues with information on locations, facilities and accessibility.

about us

ABOUT US

Buxton Fringe is a vibrant open arts festival staged annually in July. We provide a showcase for performers and artists of all kinds in all sorts of exciting venues.

support us

SUPPORT US

We offer fantastic opportunities for volunteers at a large established arts festival. Or you could support us by becoming one of our Fringe Friends, and even by funding us.

contact us

CONTACT US

Keep up to date by following us on twitter, liking our facebook page for key events and news, reading our blog for behind the scenes insights or contacting us directly.

news and photos

NEWS & PHOTOS

Writing about our many exciting activities? Or simply interested in seeing more? Try our news and press releases plus our galleries with photos, videos and audios.

community links

COMMUNITY

A core part of our Fringe philosophy is that the arts are for all and we are keen to bring them to a wider audience across our local community.

what's on

WHAT'S ON

We are one of the largest open access arts festivals in the UK. Find out what's on and how to buy tickets, plan your Fringe-going and read our reviews.

history

HISTORY

Take a look at the Buxton Fringe from its beginnings in 1980 through to today. We have interviews with key players, programme cover artwork and an archive full to bursting.

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