KidsFringe

Theatre For Young Audiences (TYA)

Beyond KidsFringe, explore our Theatre For Young Audiences (TYA) indoor shows! TYA shows are created especially for kids.

Join us at the Edmonton Public Library’s Strathcona Branch to learn all about Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) performances at this year’s Fringe! Meet the performers, see sneak-peeks, and plan your Fringe. This is the perfect chance to discover your new favourite shows and learn all about the awesome programs and surprises KidsFringe has to offer. Adventure awaits! The Strathcona Library is located on Festival Grounds (8331-104 Street).

KidsFringe Rules

• KidsFringe is for kids ages 0-12* and their families/caregivers. (*KidsFringe also welcomes individuals of all ages with a similar cognitive capacity with the accompaniment of a caregiver.)
• No adults without kids / no kids without adults
• No animals (except service animals). KidsFringe is too loud and crowded for our non-human friends. For the safety and well-being of pets and Fringers alike, please keep all animals at home unless they’re an on-the-clock service animal.
• No smoking or vaping
• No bikes, scooters, or skateboards
• Guests will be allowed into KidsFringe at 10am however, programing does not begin until 10:30am

Accessibility Measures at KidsFringe

KidsFringe provides an accessible and judgement free environment for participants to enjoy plenty of activities and entertainment free of cost.

Accessibility Measures:

• KidsFringe is wheelchair accessible, including the Kids Stage and the tents.
• Wheelchair and other mobility aid accessibility includes:
• The park has a concrete sidewalk through the middle of the grass.
• The flooring in some tents is partly concrete and partly grass with foam mats and/or puzzle piece squares.
• Tent walls can be opened wide if needed.
• The venue has step free access for Audience members.
• The venue does not have a hearing loop.
• The venue has accessible bathrooms available for Audience use.
• The venue does not have reserved accessible parking.
• There is no on-street parking available at the venue or on the Festival Site.
• On-Duty service animals with their vests are allowed into all parts of the venue.

Group Registration

We can’t wait to Fringe with you! KidsFringe inspires creativity and play for children ages 12 and under and their caregivers. All shows and activities at KidsFringe are FREE! Located in Light Horse Park on the north end of the Festival Grounds, KidsFringe is open from 10:30am – 5:30pm August 14 – 23, 2026.

Out of School Care and Daycare groups are encouraged to please submit a booking using the form below. Be sure to include your preferred date and time so we can provide the best possible experience for your group! Questions? We have answers! Please email Alyson Dicey (KidsFringe Director) at alyson.dicey@fringetheatre.ca.

We recommend that all out of school care and daycare groups have a ratio of 1 chaperone to 7 children so that all participants are being actively supervised while on site. Teens can be assigned as a Chaperone but all Chaperones must understand their role and are responsible for managing their group at all times. If KidsFringe staff and/or Security find a group that is not being adequately supervised, they may be asked to leave KidsFringe.

PLEASE NOTE: The recommended group bus drop zone will be located at 86 Ave or Tommy Banks Way.

Check back soon – group registration will be available in Spring 2026.