September 9-20, 2025. “One of the country’s more prominent multidisciplinary events." — the New York Times New York State's largest multidisciplinary performing arts festival | September 9-20, 2025 🎭SUBMIT YOUR SHOW: https://backstage.rochesterfringe.com/ The mission of the Rochester Fringe Festival is to serve audiences and artists through an annual 12-day multi-genre arts festival that brings together performing artists from our region, artists from around the United States and the world, and individuals from every corner of our community. In a typical year, the Fringe produces headlining acts including acclaimed comedians, circus artists, and much more. Numerous performances are made available to the public at no charge, ensuring that we can create connections across our community without the barrier of ticket cost. The Fringe also offers a Virtual Fringe and works with up to 25 venues around our city. The venues select and produce shows that span from opera to standup to live film accompaniment to physical theatre - and far beyond.