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Turning 21 is a significant milestone and this one will be unforgettable. The 21st annual IndyFringe Festival, presented by Everwise Credit Union, returns to Indianapolis August 13–23, 2026. Featuring 63 shows by more than 500 artists from around the world and right here in Indianapolis, this year’s festival offers a bold mix of drama, comedy, dance, puppetry, music, poetry, storytelling, magic, drag and LGBTQ+ theatre.

The Indianapolis Office of Sustainability announced that IF Theatre, the home of the IndyFringe Festival presented by Everwise Credit Union, was one of 12 recipients to join the second Thriving Nonprofits cohort, a local initiative designed to help Marion County nonprofits increase energy efficiency in their facilities, reduce operating costs, and cultivate the environmental resilience needed to ensure their long-term success as community anchors.

Now in its 20th year, the 2025 IndyFringe Festival, presented by Everwise Credit Union, promises its biggest and boldest season yet, featuring nearly 70 distinct acts and supporting over 500 artists from around the globe.