Tampa Fringe
Location: Tampa, FL
Dates: June 10, 2026 to June 21, 2026
Submission Deadline: January 7, 2026
Website: https://festival.tampafringe.org/
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About
The Tampa International Fringe Festival will take place in Historic Ybor City, Tampa. Founded in 2016, Tampa Fringe is an uncensored, unjuried performing arts festival and a proud member of the Canadian Association of Fringe Festivals (CAFF). This means it follows core Fringe principles, including 100% of base ticket sales going to artists and providing an inclusive, artist-driven platform.
Tampa Fringe celebrates theater, comedy, music, dance, storytelling, experimental performances, and more. The festival offers local artists five performances and touring artists three performances at a venue equipped with a technician, box office support, and basic tech capabilities. Artists also receive promotional opportunities through the Fringe Guide, social media pushes, and coverage in local media outlets like Creative Loafing, TBT, and Watermark.
In addition to performances, Tampa Fringe hosts parties, special events, and community gatherings. Out-of-town artists may also have access to billeting (host housing), subject to availability.
Submission Requirements
Applications for the Tampa International Fringe Festival are open now through January 7, 2026.
- Apply via Eventotron – Artists must create an account and submit their application. Only a show title and company name are required at this stage.
- Lottery Drawing – Takes place in January as a public event and live-streamed on Facebook.
- Registration Fee Payment – Selected artists must pay the $200 registration fee by January 20, 2026 to secure their spot
Artists should be prepared to self-produce their show, promote their performances, and participate in festival activities.
Finances
- Application Fee: $35 (or $25 early bird before Nov. 15) – non-refundable
- Registration Fee: $200 – due 5 days after lottery selection
- Ticket Revenue: Artists receive 100% of base ticket sales
- Additional Perks: Inclusion in the Fringe Guide, online promotion, access to special events, and potential host housing for out-of-town artists
Artists are responsible for their own travel, accommodation (if billeting is unavailable), and production costs. If using copyrighted material, artists must obtain rights before performing.
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