Rochester Fringe 2026: The Best Reason to Plan a September Weekend in Rochester

If you've been looking for a reason to plan a fall trip to Rochester, the Fringe Festival is it. September 15-26, 2026 — twelve days, 500+ performances, dozens of venues across the Neighborhood of the Arts and throughout the city. Dance, theater, comedy, circus, visual art, and street performance all converge in one of the largest multidisciplinary festivals in the country.

Date: September 15-26, 2026 Time: Various (daytime through late evening) Location: Multiple venues, Rochester, NY Cost: Varies — most ticketed shows $10-$20; free outdoor and street performances

Browse the schedule and book shows early at rochesterfringe.com — popular performances sell out. Book a Rochester hotel or B&B and plan around two or three anchor shows, then let the street program fill the gaps.