San Diego International Fringe Festival Opens This Month
The event runs May 15–25, 2025.
Prepare for 11 days of boundary-pushing, genre-defying, and unforgettable performances! The San Diego International Fringe Festival (SDIFF) is back May 15–25, 2025, bringing artists from around the world together to ignite stages across San Diego—and beyond.
With over 230 performances across eight venues, and more than 48 artists and performance groups from countries including Australia, the UK, Mexico, and across the United States, SDIFF 2025 promises to be our most eclectic and electrifying festival yet. From raw solo shows and cutting-edge multimedia theater to family-friendly fun and immersive international offerings, this is art that challenges, connects, and inspires.
Festival Highlights
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SDSU: Emerging Filmmakers Showcase
May 13–15, 7:30 PM | SDSU School of Theatre, Television and Film, Main Stage
Discover the next wave of visionary filmmakers—no Fringe Tag required! -
Family Fringe
May 17, 18, 24, 25 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Four days of fun for all ages! Join us for interactive performances, playful storytelling, and hands-on creativity for young Fringers and their grown-ups. Check our website for locations and details.-Free event. -
Fringe for Good: Orphanage Food Drive
Help support Eunime Orphanage in Tijuana by bringing non-perishable items to any of our venues. Together, we Fringe—and we give back. -
Baja/Bi-National Program
May 23, 4:00 – 8:00 PM | Teatro Valentina, Pasaje Rodríguez, Tijuana
Fostering cross-border artistic exchange by bringing live performances to audiences in both San Diego and Tijuana, creating a truly international collaboration of creative expression.
Tickets & Passes
SDIFF is 100% artist-driven—all ticket sales go directly to the performers.
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Individual Tickets: $13
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3-Show Pass: $35
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5-Show Pass: $55
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10-Show Pass: $104
Fringe Tag: $7 (One-Time Only)
Required for entry to all ticketed events and available at all festival venues. Your Fringe Tag supports the festival and keeps bold, independent art thriving in San Diego.
Whether you're a seasoned Fringer or curious newcomer, SDIFF invites you to explore the unexpected and celebrate performance that dares to be different.
Videos
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Beau Jest North Coast Repertory Theatre (4/22-5/24) |
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The Most Happy Fella North Coast Repertory Theatre (6/03-6/28) |
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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Sunshine Brooks Theater (5/29-6/14) |
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Hail Mary, None of the Grace No Limits (5/15-5/23) |
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Guns N' Roses & The Black Crowes Snapdragon Stadium (9/02-9/02) |
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Jonathan Van Ness: Hot & Healed Comedy Tour 2026 Balboa Theatre (10/10-10/10) |
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A Bad Case of Stripes: The Musical Casa del Prado Theatre (6/26-7/12) |
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Kim's Convenience The Old Globe (5/15-6/14) |
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GULP! New Destiny - Lincoln Park (5/13-5/23) |
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Disney''s Beauty and the Beast San Diego Civic Theatre (7/07-7/12) |
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