what is winter mini-fest?
Four days of Fringe fun for you
we are "unique"
The Orlando Fringe Winter Mini-Fest is a 4-day curated theatre festival. This year, the festival will be in-person from January 12-15 and feature ticketed theatrical performances and a free outdoor music festival.
For the first time, Winter Mini-Fest will take place in Downtown Orlando. The festival unites local, national, and international artists with the Central Florida community, creating a uniquely diverse arts experience.
Orlando Fringe produces the longest-running Fringe theatre festival in the United States. The Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival just celebrated its 31st festival last May. This year will be the 7th Winter Mini-Fest.
we are 100% uncensored
You never know what the artists will say or do. The artists have full control over their performance.
we are 100% accessible
Ticket prices at Winter Mini-Fest are $15 apiece. We keep the price low so you can check out multiple shows.
Learn more about physical accessibility on our Accessibility page.
we are 100% inclusive
We welcome everyone of any race, gender, age, marital status, religious beliefs, citizenship, mental and physical abilities or sexual orientation.
ORLANDO FRINGE IS A SAFE SPACE. Orlando Fringe is committed and strives to be a respectful, safe environment free from harassment, violence, discrimination, bullying, and abuse. All community members should be treated with respect and dignity. We provide opportunities for everyone to contribute and participate in all events and activities whenever possible. We will not tolerate participation in activities or behaviors that discriminate on the grounds of race, gender, age, marital status, religious beliefs, citizenship, mental and physical abilities or sexual orientation.
this festival is more than theatre
outdoor stage
Always fun, always free! Check out the Outdoor Stage at The Depot, with Iive music and other entertainment offerings scheduled throughout the festival!
Talkbacks
At Winter Mini-Fest you get the inside scoop and a chance to hear directly from the artist. We have invited Fringe artists to hold talkbacks with the audience so you can ask questions about the show, and and learn more about their process.
Check out a talkback session in The Living RŌM in The Depot (78 W Church St). Look for which shows are participating listed at The Depot.
Visual Fringe
All pieces in our Visual Fringe gallery are for sale and 100% of the sale price goes directly to the artist.
We are also hosting artists to appear at Winter Mini-Fest to create and sell their own artwork.
Kids Fringe
Kids Fringe is the free kids festival within the big festival. It’s free for everyone to attend and takes place at The Living RŌM at The Depot. (78 W Church St)
Kids Fringe takes over the space and fills it with free arts and craft activities for children.
Be sure to check the schedule for staged productions that are great for kids. Tickets to these performances are $5 each.
