Ottawa’s largest and longest-running theatre festival is back and better than ever! You heard it here first, folks: the 2025 lottery for the Ottawa Fringe Festival is officially open!Join us for the 28th annual Ottawa Fringe Festival, taking place over 11 exhilarating days from June 12 to 22, 2025! With 50 amazing performing companies delivering over 300 electrifying shows, the Fringe proudly gives back more than $100,000 to our talented artists each year!
As a proud member of The Canadian Association of Fringe Festivals, the Ottawa Fringe is all about supporting our creative community by returning 100% of box office revenue directly to our incredible artists. We’re committed to fostering a space for innovation in an uncensored, unjuried, and highly accessible environment.
Are you ready to dive into the Fringe vibe next year? Click learn more for all the exciting details on the lottery and how to apply!
Cross your fingers, and may the Fringe spirit be with you!
Don’t wait—applications close on Tuesday, November 29th, at 11:59 PM.