Unleashing Creativity, Embracing Diversity, and Celebrating the Unconventional!
The Festival
Starting in Edinburgh in 1947, there are now more than 250 fringe festivals worldwide. Thessaloniki Fringe Festival‘s aim is to connect Greek artists with the worldwide Fringe community and to present international talent to local audiences. Its goal is to create a welcoming community, to encourage artistic expression, foster collaborations & provide new experiences for audiences.
The 3rd edition ran from 8-12 October 2025, with a programme of 19 shows from 10 countries, in 8 venues, representing various genres (including theatre, comedy, music, physical theatre).
The dates for the 4th edition are 7-11 October 2026.
Photography credit: Anastasia Zisopoulou
OPEN CALL - PERFORMANCE ART SHOWCASE
An open platform for performance art. Thessaloniki Fringe Festival invites emerging artists to present short live art pieces. This free, non-seated event encourages movement, discovery, and direct connection between artists and audiences, creating a dynamic environment that celebrates experimentation, spontaneity, and the excitement of live performance.
