Winnipeg Kids Fringe

23/07/2024

Every year, I ask folks for feedback on the festival. Special thanks to Hilary M who suggested that having the Balloons and Facepainting in different tents would me the lineups wouldn't block the walkway through.

If YOUR kids have ideas - please tell me at the festival, send me a DM if you want, write feedback and submit it to the Fringe HQ. Let's let them have their voices be heard and make a difference.

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21/04/2024

Yes, I've got Fringe on the brain... remembering last year's laughs always helps me get started when planning for the new one! I'll see you all soon at the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival.

The greatest characters from Shakespeare face the horrific monsters of Dungeons & Dragons. Each performance is a unique and sweeping tale, the course of whic...

04/09/2023

Erik de Wall has held young audiences spellbound for years. I'm in shock hearing of his sudden departure. This world is less colourful now. May we all hold our loved ones tightly today, and tell a story to honour this fine performer.

30/07/2023

Parents and caregivers, please discuss the Kids Fringe with the young people in your life. Send us your ideas❣️

A young fringe made a fantastic suggestion, and I AM using it next year.

Let’s give them an opportunity to speak their mind and see some of their ideas come to life!

I’m so excited to hear what kind of interests, learning styles, and suggestions they have.

28/07/2023

Today we have MPi with bicycle safety, and the Winnipeg Public Library, Body art and Balloons by Funtastic, storytelling, physical theatre skills workshops and the River City Sabres

The weather is perfect for today and tomorrow! Come to Kids Fringe at Old Market Square.

25/07/2023

The morning rain is supposed to stop soon and be cloudy but pleasant temperatures most of the day. Excellent!!

We have special guests today and you can find our schedule online.

Fringe programs are only $10 and are available at Royal MTC (174 Market Ave.), McNally Robinson Booksellers and select Manitoba Liquor Marts. Or, you can browse our free digital program.  

25/07/2023

You can find out what's going on at Kids Fringe on the website. Daily Noon - 3pm at Old Market Square!

At Kids Fringe, you'll take part in crafts, games, meet special guests and flex those creative muscles! Located at Old Market Square, this epicentre for fun is close to food trucks, market vendors and the Bell MTS Outdoor Stage to make it a full-family experience. There's never a dull moment, with a...

11/07/2023

It's almost here! Check out www.winnipegfringe.com for all the fun!

The Winnipeg Fringe Festival's success is due to the tremendous amount of support we receive from our community including our 700+ dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers. The Fringe offers volunteers a wide range of opportunities during the day and evenings and you can even volunteer with a friend if...

10/06/2023

We have a great space, and are now putting together our schedule.

Keep an eye on www.winnipegfringe.com for all the Fringe goodness!

We're welcoming 143 companies to this year's festival. Check out the company & show list here. A pass definitely helps you take in as many shows as possible! 14-SHOW PASS

24/05/2023

I'm so excited! Tell me please what things you love about Kids Fringe, and would like to see again?

18/05/2023

We are in full scheduling mode and can't wait to see everyone at Old Market Square!

17/04/2023

This year's festival dates are July 19 - 30th. Check out all the info at

15/07/2022

COME! Visit us in our new location at Stephen Juba Park!
Today we also have special guests from Indoor Shows, coming to do workshops!

Winnipeg Art Gallery Travelling Exhibition: Nakatamaakewin
12pm - Studio Accelerando Animal Transformations for Actors!
1pm - Music With Mandy
2pm - Tip Toes and Heel Clicks

https://www.winnipegfringe.com/Kids-Fringe.aspx

Kids Fringe takes place at Stephen Juba Park located at Bannatyne Avenue and Waterfront Drive. No more scraped knees, as the park setting has lots of grass to play in. At Kids Fringe, you'll get to take part in crafts and games, meet special guests or grab a bite to eat from Farm Dogs, including v...

15/02/2022

I have something I’m working on, and I dearly hope we can be together this summer! 😃

12/07/2021

Family Friendly Fun 1pm - 2pm!

To watch the livestream, visit the festival’s Facebook and YouTube sites.
https://www.facebook.com/WinnipegFringe
https://www.youtube.com/user/WinnipegFringe

14/07/2020

Tonight, please join me at Virtual Fringe!

I'm super excited to begin watching at 7pm
http://www.winnipegfringe.com/GET-INVOLVED-(3).aspx

To watch the livestream, visit the festival’s Facebook and YouTube sites.  For show descriptions and info, please CLICK HERE. All show times are CDT. Note: some shows may not be appropriate for children, so please review audience classification and warnings. Host: Ray Strachan Co-Host Comp...

11/07/2020

Oh gosh! There's so many great memories at the Fringe, it was hard to narrow it down. As the Kids Fringe Coordinator, I have the privilege of seeing EVERYTHING that goes on at Kids Fringe, and most of what goes on in Old Market Square during the day. There's a lot of wonderful, magical moments.

As I looked through my photos, and my memories - I see a pattern emerge. I love all the performers dearly, but something magical happens when they get together to do something new.

The street performers saw that my kids had to hang out ALL DAY at the square with us, so they taught my kids to do circus tricks. The sight of three world class jugglers and my son throwing stuff around together is a fond memory. The other thing I noticed is that almost all the magical moments happen when it's raining!

When plans don't go the way they should, and we have to improvise - I'm always amazed at what we can pull off together. Lindsey had just arrived with all her instruments and sound equipment when the hugest deluge came flooding down! Everyone came to take shelter in the big tent, where crafts were happening. Shelby was at Kids Fringe that day doing a workshop, and he too, took refuge in the big tent.

What ended up happening was an improvised song being written on the spot with Shelby and Lindsey together with all the kids at the craft table!

I just can't plan for things like that to happen! Best I can do is surround myself with talented people and we work as a team to bring joy. That's what my Fringe is like.

27/04/2020

Saw this coming - but am still gathering great ideas for next year.