Melbourne Fringe Festival 2025 Program Launch

Join us at Trades Hall as we launch the 2025 Melbourne Fringe Festival program in true Fringe style: big, bold and buzzing with possibility.
Be the first to unwrap this year’s Festival lineup, featuring hundreds of wild, wonderful and genre-defying events. We’ll kick things off in the ETU Ballroom with a few surprises, sneak peeks and a look at what’s in store this October. Then, stick around as the night shifts gear with a classic Club Fringe afterparty that rolls on til late.

Frock up in something Festival worthy. Fringe is coming.

Please note that due to (as you'd expect) the overwhelming popularity of this event, reservations are limited to 2 tickets per transaction.

DOORS 7pm
We'll kick off with a drink on arrival and a chance to say hello to all your Fringe friends, new and old.

7:30pm
The big reveal! Hear all about what you can expect in this year's program and preview some extra special performances.

9pm
We'll open the doors to the iconic Fringe Commons Rooms, with some killer DJs to keep you dancing 'til late.

The speeches and performances will be Auslan interpreted by Ilana Charnelle and Sasha Burden.