HOW TO FRINGE!
ENTRY BUTTONS & TICKETS
What's the deal with the buttons? Yes, they are cool. And yes, they are REQUIRED for each person attending a performance (even free ones) and for entry to the Visual Art Exhibit. Your one-time button purchase allows you to buy performance tickets and helps this volunteer-run, small-budgeted festival keep afloat! You are also investing in the growing local arts movement in our community. And remember, 100% of all ticket sales go directly to the artists.
After you’ve bought a Festival Entry Button, you may purchase individual show tickets at elginfringefestival.com or Fringe Central. All performances, even the free ones, require physical tickets (yup, paper) for entry. Sorry, no downloadable tickets–we’re old school like that! That means ALL Fringe attendees MUST VISIT FRINGE CENTRAL to pick up physical tickets and buttons for show entry! Please plan ahead! No tickets are available for sale or pick-up at Fringe Venues. You may purchase tickets at Fringe Central as late as 15 minutes before any given show begins.
FESTIVAL PASSES
Want the full experience? Grab a FESTIVAL PASS for just $95! Not only does this pass look cool, it includes entry to ALL Elgin Fringe shows and a Festival Entry Button!
Pass holders choose their tickets by stopping at FRINGE CENTRAL ahead of any showtimes. Pick up tickets for all your shows at once, or swing by before each performance—EFF staff will be happy to offer suggestions and help you plan your Fringe adventure! Tickets are based on availability, so come early to make sure you see your favorite performances!
FRINGE CENTRAL
What's at Fringe Central?
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Festival Essentials: Purchase Festival Entry Buttons, performance tickets, and Elgin Fringe merchandise.
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Online Order Pickup: Pick up tickets, passes, and buttons purchased online.
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Fun & Helpful Fringe Staff: Get help choosing performances, ask questions, and find recommendations.
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The Fringe Bar: Grab a drink during performance weekend.
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Outdoor Patio: a great place to hang and meet other fringers.
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MADE Art Shop: Browse fabulous handmade local art, clothing, stickers, knickknacks, gifts, and all kinds of cool stuff.
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Elgin Fringe Visual Art Exhibition: Explore a free exhibition featuring remarkable work by local artists, with artwork available for purchase.
Fringe Central is located at the Side Street Studio Arts Gallery, 15 Ziegler Ct, Elgin, near the corner of Spring St and Chicago St, near free street and lot parking. PLEASE DON'T PARK IN THE GRAVEL AREA in front of Fringe Central / Side Street, or in the alley. Thanks!
FRINGE CENTRAL & ART GALLERY 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 |
