170 entries in 2013 programme!

Gaye and Pam staff the Fringe stand at a University of Derby Buxton student open evening in November

Welcome to the Buxton Festival Fringe, one of the largest open-access arts festivals in the country.

We are now in the process of sub-editing the many events which have been entered for this year's Fringe which runs from Wed July 3 to Sun July 21. The deadline to appear in the printed programme has now passed. Find out what's on in July.

Our Fringe Friends recruitment drive has really taken off and we now have 176 Friends enjoying ticket discounts during the festival as well as special events throughout the year. Why not join us?

We are very grateful for the key financial help we receive from our supporters who are acknowledged on our Links page. Would your company be interested in raising its profile and helping the Fringe at the same time? Contact our Fringe Chair.

As a charity run entirely by volunteers we are always looking for new blood. See how you can help.

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Fringe for Free - check out our growing list of free events during the Fringe.

Writing about the Fringe? See new press releases including our latest overview or contact our Press Officer.

Pump Room - 2013 sees a new opportunity for musicians to perform on the Pump Room roof during the Fringe and even be paid for it! Please see our venues page for further details.

2013 Blog Check out Keith's latest blog - now in a new home.

Art Competition Lynn Hawkins has won this competition with her delightful collage. See all the entries including runners up.

Want to be kept in touch with our news? As of December 2012 we will be sending regular Fringe updates (including all the latest news from our entries co-ordinator) to all registered users so simply go to our Online area and follow the simple instructions. If you already have an account (because you entered the Fringe last year) then just check that our contact details are correct by logging in and clicking on the My Profile link.

2013 Entry Fees For the 5th year running entry fees have been frozen, ranging from £45 to £80 depending on when you enter.

Shear genius: Fringe sheep

2012 Survey Ticket sales rose by 24% and total spend by audience and performers was up to £338,000.

Community Links Learn how the Fringe has been getting out and about in the local community.

Check out the Buxton Opera House's on-going drama programme including some familiar faces from the Fringe. See http://www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk/whats-on/section/drama for details.

You can follow us on twitter and facebook.

See About Us for details of the dates and times of all our Committee meetings in 2013. NB Meetings now start at 7.30pm rather than 8pm.