2026 VISUAL ART EXHIBIT
Fringe celebrates bold artistic experimentation, showcasing artists'
work across a spectrum of forms and genres. Artists are selected via lottery, and the exhibit is not curated. Exhibition is open September 4–27, 2026.
OPENING RECEPTION:
Friday, September 4, 6-9pm.
See the work and meet the artists of the 2026 Elgin Fringe Visual Art Exhibit! Join us at Side Street Studio's Gallery (FRINGE CENTRAL), 15 Ziegler Ct, Elgin, IL 60120
GALLERY & FRINGE CENTRAL HOURS
Sep 4 | Friday | 3–9pm |
Sep 5 | Saturday | 12–6pm |
Sep 6 | Sunday | 11am–3pm |
Sep 11 | Friday | 3–7pm |
Sep 12 | Saturday | 12–6pm |
Sep 13 | Sunday | 11am–3pm |
Sep 18 | Friday | 3–7pm |
Sep 19 | Saturday | 12–6pm |
Sep 20 | Sunday | 11am–3pm |
Sep 21 | Monday | 3–6pm |
Sep 22 | Tuesday | 3–6pm |
Sep 23 | Wednesday | 3–4:30pm |
Sep 23 | Wednesday | 5–9pm @ Martini Room |
Sep 24 | Thursday | 5–9:30pm |
Sep 25 | Friday | 5–11pm |
Sep 26 | Saturday | 1–9:30pm |
Sep 27 | Sunday | 12–4:30pm |
2026 POSTER ARTIST:
ADAM GREWENIG
Emerging artist Adam “Beatnik” Grewenig is self-taught in various mediums, with a current focus on acrylic painting. A third-generation resident of Elgin, Illinois, he uses his art to challenge himself and connect with his community. He is a member of Oddball Art Labs, and his work has been shown in local group and juried exhibitions, including shows at Side Street Studio Arts and The Robin and Mark Seigle Gallery. In addition to painting, he works in fiber arts and has recently explored scenic prop making for events such as Nightmare on Chicago Street.
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2026 VISUAL ARTISTS
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