Melbourne Fringe
Entertainment ProvidersSouth Australia, Australia51-200 Employees
Melbourne Fringe operates in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, and supports the development and presentation of artworks by, with and for the people of Melbourne. It runs the annual Melbourne Fringe Festival and the year-round Fringe Common Rooms venue at Trades Hall, along with a range of arts sector leadership programs. Over its 41-year history, the organization has evolved from the Fringe Art Network, founded in 1982, into a significant arts institution that supports the generation of new work and the discovery of artists and ideas, while engaging audiences year-round as educators, promoters, and creators. It positions itself within the entertainment providers industry by promoting cultural democracy and empowering creative expression across disciplines. A 2025 development includes a partnership with Care Connect Group to celebrate movement and connection across ages through its Swinging Years initiative.